Strong and Easy to Tear
Our 3M™ Flatback Tape 2517 is a general purpose flatback tape designed for a range of applications. It features a kraft paper backing that is easy to tear while still maintaining strong cross directional tensile properties. A rubber adhesive is mounted to this backing to provide an immediate initial tack to a wide variety of substrates, including steel. Once adhered it provides strong holding power and removes easily. This tape can be machine dispensed. It will perform in moist conditions and in bake cycles up to 300°F/149°C for up to 30 minutes.
Recommended Applications
- Splicing liner boards
- High or low temperature splicing applications
- Bundling
- Holding
- Packaging applications
What are 3M™ Flatback Tapes?
3M™ Flatback Tapes are designed with a range of backings and adhesive strengths to meet the demands of the job. They are used in a variety of industries and specialized applications. Flatback tapes feature core capabilities and dimensional cross tensile properties popular for tabbing and splicing applications. Many have highly colored backings for identification purposes.

3M™ 07012, Supplied Air Hose W-9435-100/07012(AAD), 100 ft, 3/8 in ID, Industrial Interchange Fittings, High Pressure, 7000005375, 1 EA/Case
3M 76622, Roloc Disc 777F, 36 YF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045618
3M 85652, Thermosetable Glass Cloth Tape 3650, White, 4 in x 60 yd, 8.3 mil, 7010373472
3M™ 72122, Portable Compressed Air Filter and Regulator Panel 256-02-01, 100 cfm, 8 outlets, with Carbon Monoxide Monitor, 7000052147, 1 EA/Case
3M 92057, Vinyl Duct Tape 3903, Yellow, 3 in x 50 yd, 6.5 mil, 7010378167
3M™ 07011, Supplied Air Respirator Hose W-9435-50/07011(AAD), 7000005373, 1 EA/Case
3M 19674, Scotch-Seal Industrial Sealant 800, Reddish Brown, 5 oz Tube, 7000000792, 36/Case
3M™ 53797, Flexible Diamond Belt 6451J, 1/2" Dia x 18" L, M125 Micron, Type G, Pattern B2, 7010509272
3M 24049, Wetordry Cloth Disc 281W, P1000 YF-weight, 8 in x NH, Die 800JM, 7000045052
3M™ 17323, Versaflo™ Respiratory Helmet Assembly M-407, with Premium Visor and Flame Resistant Shroud, 7000002395, 1 EA/Case
3M 01335, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, 40 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000118878
3M 06970, Scotch Polyethylene Coated Cloth Tape 390, Olive, 48 mm x 54.8 m, 11.7 mil, 7000048963
3M 53915, Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979N (Nuclear), Red, 72 mm x 54.8 m, 12.1 mil, 7010334653
Norton 66261013403 - 3" X 1/2" Extra Coarse Grade Silicon Carbide Bear-Tex Rapid Strip TR Stripping Disc, 10 Each
3M 88892, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, 60 X-weight, 15 in x NH, Die 1500A, 7010360718
3M 87449 Silver Depressed Center Grinding Wheel, T27 Quick Change, 9 in x 1/4 in x 5/8-11 Center Hub Thread, 7010409732, 20 per case 
