3M 7000057465 Circuit Plating Tape 1280 Red 1in X 72yd

Product Description

The 3M 7000057465 is a red polyester film masking tape engineered for printed circuit board electroplating operations. The tape measures 1 inch wide by 72 yards long and carries a 4.2 mil total thickness. Its polyester film backing is dimensionally stable under the chemical and thermal stress typical of plating baths, while the silicone/rubber blend adhesive provides secure hold during processing and clean removal afterward. Electronics assembly technicians and PCB fabricators apply this tape to mask off conductive areas that must remain free of plating deposits. The combination of film thickness and adhesive chemistry makes it a reliable choice where tape failure or adhesive residue would create scrap boards.

Circuit Plating Tape 1280 is suited for selective masking during electroplating processes on printed circuit boards in both production and rework environments. It is applied before the board enters the plating bath and removed after the plating cycle is complete. The red color provides clear visual confirmation of masked zones under shop lighting. This tape is sold by the roll and is appropriate for use in electronics manufacturing facilities, contract assembly shops, and PCB repair operations where controlled plating deposition is required.

Key Features

• 4.2 mil total thickness polyester film construction resists chemical exposure in electroplating baths
• Silicone/rubber blend adhesive bonds securely during plating cycles and releases cleanly without adhesive transfer
• Red film color provides immediate visual identification of masked areas on circuit board surfaces
• 1 inch width suits standard trace and pad masking layouts on PCB assemblies
• 72-yard roll length reduces roll changes in production line applications

Compatibility

Designed for use as a masking tape in printed circuit board electroplating applications where a chemically resistant polyester film tape with clean-removal adhesive is required.

Installation Notes

Application is performed by electronics technicians or PCB fabricators prior to loading boards into the plating bath. The board surface should be clean and free of contamination before tape is applied to ensure proper adhesion and an effective chemical seal at the tape edge. Tape should be removed promptly after the plating cycle is complete, following the plating process guidelines in effect at the facility. Avoid stretching the tape during application, as this can compromise edge seal integrity and allow plating solution to migrate under the mask.

Technical Specifications

• Tape Thickness: 4.2 mil (0.11 mm)
• Backing Material: Polyester film
• Adhesive Type: Silicone/rubber blend
• Color: Red
• Width: 1 inch
• Length: 72 yards
• Unit of Measure: Roll
• Minimum Order Quantity: 36
• Weight: 0.46 pounds
• UPC: 00021200112706

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000057465