Economical, Reliable, High Temperature Powder Coat Masking
With temperatures rising in powder coat paint operations, customers require a masking tape that can take the heat. Specifically designed for higher temp powder coat paint applications, 3M™ Polyimide Tape 8997 features a 1.0 mil thick polyimide backing with a 1.4 mil silicone adhesive. It is ideal for use in high temperature applications up to 500°F/260°C. Its light amber color ensures easy identification and alignment. The high dimensional and tensile strength of this polyimide tape allows it to break through cured paint without silvering or tearing.
Common uses for 3M™ Polyimide Tape 8997 include masking parts for powder coating, masking edges of overlap seams, e-coating, electroplating, anodizing and as a barrier of separation for dissimilar metals. It resists shrinking, curling and edge lifting and removes with zero adhesive residue. The thin, flexible backing seals tight on contact, peels off clean and leaves sharp, clear paint edges.
Recommended Application
- Masking parts for powder coating
- Masking edges of overlap seams
- Barrier of separation for dissimilar metals
Polyimide Tapes for High Temp Applications
3M, the leader in masking tape technology, has developed a variety of polyimide tapes to insulate, mask, protect, seal, flash break, tab, powder coat and anodize mask. These revolutionary polyimide tapes withstand heat during rigorous, high-temperature masking operations. An exceptionally thin backing resists tears, abrasion, and the effects of aging. Pick a tape that can take the heat and keep your paint lines sharp!

Standard Abrasives 32985, Aluminum Oxide Overlap Disc, 714721, 60 Grit, 2 in x 8-32 x 2 Ply, 7100116380
3M 16578, Accuspray ONE Spray Gun Kit, 7100096182
3M 36850, Dirt Trap Protection Material, White, 6 in x 300 ft, 7100132342
3M 01326, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P240 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000045069
3M 45714, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 120+ X-weight, 3 in x NH, D/F 3HL, Die 300BE, 7100113113
Dynabrade 78751 1" x 1"-A38 DynaFire A/O Mounted Point, Vitrified, 5/pack
Dynabrade 78749 1/2" x 1/2"-B121 DynaFire A/O Mounted Point, Vitrified, 5/pack
Dynabrade 78778 3/8" x 3/4"-B52 Dynacut Cotton Fibre Polishing Mounted Point, 120GFX, 10/pack
3M 45706, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 120+ X-weight, 5 in x NH, Die500X, 7100085514
ACS CX1250 Diamond Belt, 1/2" X 24" 175u
3M 11984, Cloth Spiral Band 341D, 50 X-weight, 1-1/2 in x 1-1/2 in, 7010360575
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 3" X 30" 60M/250U
3M 01335, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, 40 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000118878
3M 77197, Scotch-Brite™ Roloc™ Deburr and Finish PRO Unitized Wheel,TR, 3 in x 1/8 in x NH, 8C CRS+, 7100109130, 40/box 
