Our Thinnest Tape for Crisp, Sharp Lines
Our 3M Precision Masking Tape is the thinnest tape we offer for automotive aftermarket applications. This makes it perfect for applications where sharp, low-profile paint edges are critical, including two-tone paint jobs, bumper blackout areas and painting around details such as nameplates and door handles. The tape is great for solvent and waterborne paint systems, producing crisp, sharp paint lines without seepage or edge bleed. Its ultra thin construction makes it semitransparent, so auto body professionals can place the tape accurately over and around crucial details for the closest precision paint jobs.
Goes On Smooth, Comes Off Clean
The backing of this high performance masking tape also unwinds smooth and is easily torn by hand, yet is strong enough to pull through multiple layers of clear coat and base. It is coated with an acrylic adhesive that adheres to metal, glass and painted surfaces. It also provides excellent UV resistance for outdoor applications, and won?t transfer adhesive to the surface upon removal even after continued exposure to the elements. The combination of smooth, thin backing and even adhesion allows taping over freshly painted surfaces sooner with less chance of imprint damage.
Better Masking Tape from 3M
Masking tape was developed specifically to help protect surrounding surfaces from overspray, provide clean paint lines, and remove easily and cleanly when finished. 3M continuously improves its foundational products by applying science to make auto body paint jobs. Masking tapes from 3M adhere well, resist solvents or water from the paint, and are strong enough to block seepage, yet remove cleanly without leaving residue or damaging the subsurface. These products hand tear for tool-free application. The classic crepe paper masking tape is a light tan color, but 3M Precision Masking Tape is light green and semitransparent so painters can better place it where precision edges are most required. It should be noted that some paper-backed masking tapes perform best for indoor purposes and may be difficult to remove after exposure to sunlight; look for UV resistance if you use masking tape outdoors or if you use UV cured paint systems.

Standard Abrasives 840702, Cleaning Pro Disc, 6 in x 1/2 in, SPR 44304A, 7000046881
Standard Abrasives 840400, Quick Change Felt Polishing Disc, TSM, 3 in, 7000047161
Dynabrade 51301 .5 hp Straight-Line Die Grinder
3M 90893, Scotch Tough Grip Moving Packaging Tape 3500-40-6, 1.88 in x 43.7 yd (48 mm x 40 m), 7100103559
Standard Abrasives 880315, Buff and Blend GP Wheel, 2 in x 2 Ply x 1/4 in A VFN, 7100095565
3M 46795, Polyester Film Electrical Tape 1318-1, Black, 24 in X 72 yd, 3-in paper core, Log roll, 7000132840
3M 98420, Grid Air Sealing Tape 8068-NL, 4 in x 75 ft, 8 rolls per case, 7010376442
Standard Abrasives 845619, Surface Conditioning GP Disc, 5 in VFN, 7000121664
Standard Abrasives 541151, Quick Change TS P.A.R.T. #21 Disc Mandrel, 5/8 in TA4 (PILOT), 7000121723
Standard Abrasives 840710, Buff and Blend GP Disc, 6 in x 1/2 in A MED, 7000121863
3M 57364, Polyester Film Electrical Tape 5, 3/4 in x 72 yd, Bulk 3-in plastic core, 7100134567
3M 00018, Scotchrap Vinyl Corrosion Protection Tape 50, 4 in x 100 ft,Printed, Black, 12 rolls/Case, 7010397563
Standard Abrasives 845617, Surface Conditioning GP Disc, 5 in CRS, 7000121663
3M 62335, Preservation Sealing Tape 4811, White, 3 in x 36 yd, 9.5 mil, 12rolls per case, 7010334077
Dynabrade 13509 Dynastraight Finishing Tool, Rear Exhaust, 6,000 RPM, 5/8" (16 mm) or 1" (25 mm) Dia. Arbor
3M 42803, Scotchrap Vinyl Corrosion Protection Tape 51, 2 in x 100 ft,Printed, Black, 12 rolls/Case, 7000132743 