3M 7000048758 Fine Line Vinyl Masking Tape 1.5in X 36yd

Product Description

The 3M 7000048758 is a high temperature fine line vinyl masking tape designed for precision paint masking in automotive and industrial finishing applications. At 1.5 inches wide by 36 yards long with a 5.4 mil total thickness, this tape is engineered to produce clean, sharp paint break lines on curved and flat surfaces. It holds up under elevated spray booth temperatures without lifting, flagging, or leaving adhesive residue. Installers and painters use it where paint line accuracy is non-negotiable, including two-tone finishes and multi-color panel work.

This tape is suited for automotive body shop environments where fascia panels, rocker panels, and other exterior body components require crisp color separation lines. It conforms well to contoured surfaces, making it a practical choice for production and refinish shops handling curved body lines. The vinyl backing stretches slightly to follow compound curves without wrinkling, maintaining consistent edge contact across the masked boundary.

Key Features

• High temperature rated vinyl backing resists heat from spray booth cure cycles
• Produces critical fine paint break lines on fascia, rockers, and multi-color panels
• 1.5 inch width accommodates standard masking requirements for body panel transitions
• 36-yard roll length reduces mid-job roll changes on production work
• 5.4 mil total thickness provides controlled conformability over curved surfaces
• Removes cleanly without adhesive transfer when pulled at proper angles after curing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style masking solution for automotive refinish and industrial paint applications requiring high temperature resistance and precise paint line definition.

Installation Notes

This tape is applied by automotive painters and body shop technicians as part of a masking preparation process. Surface must be clean and dry before application to ensure full adhesion along the paint break edge. Remove tape at a consistent angle immediately after paint flash or after booth cool-down, per the paint system manufacturer's guidance, to prevent edge lifting or tearing. Avoid stretching the tape excessively during application as this can cause adhesive distortion along the paint line.

Technical Specifications

• Width: 1.5 inches
• Length: 36 yards
• Total Thickness: 5.4 mil
• Weight: 0.7 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Roll
• UPC: 00021200738876

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000048758