3M 7100036983 Premasking Tape 16in X 100yd 3 Rolls

Product Description

The 3M 7100036983 is a low-tack premasking tape engineered to simplify the application of large-format graphics to flat and curved substrates. The tape holds printed graphics firmly enough to transfer position accurately while releasing cleanly without lifting or distorting the graphic film. It is part of the 3M SCPM-44X premasking series and ships in a carton of 3 rolls, each measuring 16 inches wide by 100 yards long. Sign fabricators, vehicle wrap installers, and graphics installers are the primary users. The low-tack adhesive is specifically formulated to work with solvent, UV, and screen-printed graphics without leaving adhesive residue on the face film or substrate.

This premasking tape is suited for use in commercial sign shops, fleet graphics operations, and architectural graphics installations. It is the recommended application tape when graphics are printed using 3M Screen Printing Ink Series 9700UV. Typical use involves laying the tape over a freshly printed or cut vinyl graphic, squeegying it down to ensure full contact, then using the tape as a transfer carrier to position and apply the graphic to glass, painted metal, or other smooth substrates. The 16-inch width accommodates wide graphics panels with fewer seams during transfer.

Key Features

• Low-tack adhesive releases cleanly from graphic face films without adhesive transfer or distortion
• 16-inch width reduces overlap seams when masking or transferring wide-format graphics
• 100-yard roll length minimizes roll changes on high-volume production runs
• Recommended for use with 3M Screen Printing Ink Series 9700UV printed graphics
• Carton of 3 rolls supports shop-level stocking quantities

Compatibility

Recommended for use with graphics printed using 3M Screen Printing Ink Series 9700UV. Designed as an OEM-matched premasking solution for large-format vinyl graphics transfer applications.

Installation Notes

Application should be performed by experienced sign or graphics installers familiar with vinyl transfer techniques. Use a firm squeegee to ensure full adhesive contact across the tape width before lifting the graphic from its liner. Apply the masked graphic to a clean, dry, and degreased substrate for best transfer results. Avoid stretching the tape during application, as distortion can cause misalignment of fine graphic details.

Technical Specifications

• Width: 16 inches
• Length: 100 yards per roll
• Rolls Per Carton: 3
• Weight: 36 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Box
• Minimum Order Quantity: 10
• UPC: 50051128811004

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100036983