3M 7010312449 Polyethylene Film Tape 483 Yellow 2in X 36yd

Product Description

The 3M 7010312449 is a polyethylene film tape — sold as 3M Polyethylene Tape 483 — featuring a 5.3 mil polyethylene backing with a rubber-based adhesive. The tape is yellow, measures 2 inches wide by 36 yards long, and is engineered for demanding masking, sealing, and marking applications. Its low sulfur and halogen content makes it suitable for use around sensitive electronic components and plating operations. The conformable backing stays flexible in cold environments down to -20 degrees F, and the adhesive provides good resistance to common solvents. Licensed technicians and assembly professionals rely on this tape where chemical exposure or temperature swings would compromise standard tapes.

This tape is used across a range of industrial and electronic applications. Common uses include general container sealing, electroplating masking, printed circuit board masking, silicone chip holding, decorative banding, safety marking, and color coding. Its conformability makes it effective on irregular surfaces, and the solvent-resistant backing holds up in plating baths and chemical-processing environments. The low sulfur and halogen content is a key factor when using the tape near sensitive PCB assemblies or electroplating tanks where contamination control is critical.

Key Features

• 5.3 mil polyethylene backing with rubber adhesive for reliable hold in chemical environments
• Low sulfur and halogen content — safe for PCB masking and electroplating applications
• Remains flexible down to -20 degrees F for cold-environment use
• Good solvent resistance protects masked surfaces during chemical processing
• Conformable construction adapts to irregular or curved surfaces
• Yellow color coding aids visual identification and safety marking on the job

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style masking and sealing tape for industrial, electronic assembly, and general trade applications where a conformable polyethylene film tape with low sulfur and halogen content is required.

Installation Notes

Surface should be clean, dry, and free of oils or debris before application to ensure proper adhesion. No tools are required for standard hand application; a tape dispenser may be used for high-volume work. Remove the tape promptly after masking operations are complete to prevent adhesive transfer, especially on finished or plated surfaces. When used in electroplating or chemical environments, verify compatibility of the tape with specific bath chemistries before full application.

Technical Specifications

• Tape Thickness: 5.3 mil
• Width: 2 inches
• Length: 36 yards
• Backing Material: Polyethylene
• Adhesive Type: Rubber
• Color: Yellow
• Minimum Use Temperature: -20 degrees F
• Weight: 0.53 pounds
• UOM: Roll
• UPC: 00051115688508

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010312449