3M 7000088516 Masking Tape 1.88 in Tan Aerospace Paint

Product Description

The 3M 7000088516 is a crepe paper masking tape engineered for aerospace painting applications where clean removal and heat resistance are critical. The tape uses a rubber adhesive that delivers strong tack and adhesion while resisting lifting during single or multiple bake cycles. At 1.88 inches wide and 60.14 yards long per roll, it covers large surface areas efficiently. The smooth mini-crepe paper backing conforms around curved surfaces and corners without losing structural integrity, making it the right choice for licensed aerospace technicians and paint shop professionals working to tight masking tolerances.

This tape is designed for aerospace and high-performance industrial painting environments where parts may go through repeated bake or high-temperature cure cycles after masking. It performs in applications where conventional masking tapes fail due to heat exposure or adhesive residue left behind after removal. Controlled unwind tension allows the tape to dispense evenly during long masking runs, reducing operator fatigue on production-volume work. The backing tears cleanly in one piece, minimizing rework caused by slivering or fragmentation during removal.

Key Features

• Rubber adhesive delivers strong tack and resists lifting on masked surfaces during bake cycles
• Clean removal after multi-bake and high-temperature bake cycles with minimal residue risk
• Smooth mini-crepe paper backing conforms to contoured surfaces and corners without cracking
• Strong backing tears easily and removes in one piece, reducing slivering and rework
• Controlled unwind dispenses evenly for consistent tension during extended masking operations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement-grade masking tape for aerospace and industrial paint masking applications requiring heat-resistant, clean-removing crepe paper tape.

Installation Notes

Application should be performed by qualified paint shop technicians or aerospace maintenance professionals following applicable facility and OEM paint process specifications. Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free of oils or contaminants before applying the tape for maximum adhesion. Remove the tape promptly after the final bake cycle while the substrate is still at the recommended removal temperature to minimize adhesive transfer. Do not exceed the tape's rated temperature range as specified by the applicable process documentation.