3M 7000088503 Flatback Tape 72mm X 55m 6.5 Mil Medium Brown

Product Description

The 3M 7000088503 is a medium brown flatback tape designed for general purpose industrial and packaging applications. Sold as a 72 mm wide by 55 m long roll at 6.5 mil total thickness, it delivers reliable adhesion and backing strength across a wide range of conditions. The tape is resistant to moisture, making it suitable for environments where humidity or dampness is a factor. It can be dispensed by machine, supporting high-volume workflow on packaging lines. Licensed trades and packaging professionals install and apply this product in both light industrial and commercial settings.

This flatback tape is used in splicing liner boards, bundling materials, holding components in place, and general packaging operations. Its combination of tensile strength rated at 35 pounds per inch width and adhesion to steel of 78 ounces per inch width makes it a practical choice for operations that require a dependable, hand-tearable tape solution. The temperature use range extends up to 300 degrees F, broadening its suitability for warmer processing environments.

Key Features

• 6.5 mil total thickness with a 6.4 mil measured backing for consistent performance
• Moisture-resistant construction suitable for humid or damp conditions
• Machine-dispensable for high-throughput packaging line use
• Tensile strength of 35 pounds per inch width with low elongation at break of 2 percent
• Adhesion to steel rated at 78 ounces per inch width
• Temperature use range up to 300 degrees F
• Can be certified to ASTM-D6123/D6123M97; replaces obsolete PPP-T-42C Type 1 and CID-A-A-883A

Compatibility

Designed as a direct replacement for obsolete specifications PPP-T-42C Type 1 and CID-A-A-883A. Suitable for general purpose splicing, bundling, holding, and packaging applications in light industrial and commercial environments.

Installation Notes

This tape is applied by hand or machine dispenser and does not require special tools or licensed trade installation. Ensure application surfaces are clean and dry before use, even though the tape resists moisture once applied. When used in packaging line operations, verify dispenser settings are compatible with a 72 mm roll width. Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures exceeding the rated use range of 300 degrees F.