3M masking tapes industrial paint guide User Manual
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Innovation
Industrial Paint Masking Guide
Yours for
the masking...
holding power,
line sharpness,
and removal
the way you want
the masking...
holding power,
line sharpness,
and removal
the way you want
Five
questions
to make 3M
questions
to make 3M
™
Masking Tape
selection
as easy as
selection
as easy as
Class
I, II, III
I, II, III
1. What is your application?
2. To what temperature
will the tape be exposed
during use?
during use?
3. Do you need maximum
holding power during use?
4. Do you need maximum
paint edge sharpness
when the tape is removed?
when the tape is removed?
5. Do you want to remove
the tape without slivering
and adhesive residue?
and adhesive residue?
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Answers to the five questions will probably take you to
one or two of a few 3M masking tapes. In the streamlined
selection inside, you’ll find answers for most aerospace,
automotive, bus, farm implement, industrial, marine,
one or two of a few 3M masking tapes. In the streamlined
selection inside, you’ll find answers for most aerospace,
automotive, bus, farm implement, industrial, marine,
recreational vehicles, and truck paint masking applications.
If not, many other 3M masking tapes are available for more
specialized requirements.
specialized requirements.
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Bus
• Farm implement
• Industrial
• Marine
• Recreational
vehicles
• Truck
PRODUCT USE: All statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are based upon tests or experience that
3M believes are reliable. However, many factors beyond 3M’s control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application,
including the conditions under which the product is used and the time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to perform.
Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that the user evaluate the 3M product to determine
whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the user’s method of application. WARRANTY AND LIMITED REMEDY: 3M warrants
3M masking tapes will meet the applicable specifications at the time 3M ships the product. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. User is responsible for
determining whether the 3M product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s application. If the 3M product is defective, your exclusive
remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation will be, at 3M’s option, to repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price. LIMITATION OF
LIABILITY: Except where prohibited by law, 3M and seller will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product, whether direct,
indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
3M believes are reliable. However, many factors beyond 3M’s control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application,
including the conditions under which the product is used and the time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to perform.
Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that the user evaluate the 3M product to determine
whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the user’s method of application. WARRANTY AND LIMITED REMEDY: 3M warrants
3M masking tapes will meet the applicable specifications at the time 3M ships the product. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. User is responsible for
determining whether the 3M product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s application. If the 3M product is defective, your exclusive
remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation will be, at 3M’s option, to repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price. LIMITATION OF
LIABILITY: Except where prohibited by law, 3M and seller will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product, whether direct,
indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
Industrial Business
Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division
Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division
Bldg. 21-1W-10
900 Bush Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55106
1-800-362-3550
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900 Bush Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55106
1-800-362-3550
www.3M.com/masking
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Copyright © 2004 3M
70-0709-5348-7
Copyright © 2004 3M
70-0709-5348-7