Proven to Deliver Super-Sharp Paint Lines
Using our proprietary solvent-free adhesive, the tape sticks instantly to most surfaces, including metal, rubber, glass, and plastic, as well as EPDM type rubber moldings while removing cleanly in one piece. Our high-strength crepe-paper backing conforms to irregular surfaces, resists bleed through from most industrial paint systems, improves visibility during the paint masking process, and helps you achieve super-sharp paint lines. 3M™ High Performance Green Masking Tape 401+ is an ideal tape for industrial painting, including two-tone color applications on trucks, buses, trailers, trains, fire trucks, ambulances and airplanes. It is easy to tear, which aids in handling, yet strong enough to resist slivering, providing “user friendly,” one piece removal. The tape is conformable for easy masking around corners, over contours and irregular surfaces.
Recommended Applications
- Industrial paint masking for specialty vehicle, automotive, rail, marine and aerospace paint jobs
- Paint masking for high temperature paint processes
- Paint masking for custom, two-tone and multiple color applications
- Marking, bundling, and labeling
What is Masking Tape?
Masking tape was developed specifically to help protect surrounding surfaces from overspray, provide clean paint lines, and remove easily and cleanly when finished. Masking tapes from 3M adhere well, resist solvents or water from the paint, and are strong enough to hang plastic sheeting, yet remove cleanly without damaging the subsurface. The backing, typically crepe paper, can conform to curved and irregular surfaces. The tape hand tears for tool-free application.
A masking tape should specify what surfaces it will stick to and the interval over which it will remove cleanly. A very thin or poorly manufactured tape may demonstrate splintering or shredding, either coming off the roll or when being removed after use. Some masking tapes have the tensile strength for light commercial and industrial applications, including bundling, labeling, sealing, temporary repairs, lane marking, splicing, and surface protection. From wide to narrow, single rolls to bulk, there are many options to choose from when ordering masking tape. The classic crepe paper masking tape is a light tan color, but masking tapes from 3M come in a variety of colors and formulations to meet general and specific applications. A roll of masking tape is a basic toolbox or supply room item in construction, warehousing, military, marine, shipping, automotive aftermarket, e-commerce, general manufacturing and retail industries.

3M 17094, Versaflo Hood Assembly with Inner Shroud & Premium Head Suspension S-657, 7000002348, 1 EA/Case
Dynabrade 97567 1/4" Safety Coupler, Male
Dynabrade 98271 1/2" NPT Male Plug
Dynabrade 95674 1/4" Female Coupler
Insize 0120-IM24, INDUCTIVE MOISTURE METER, 0~100%, 6974029776588
3M 26016, PPS Series 2.0 Adapter, Type S9, 16 mm Male, 1.5 mm Thread, 7100135330
3M 64275, Cubitron II Stikit Film Disc 775L, 150+, 5 in x NH, Linered w/Tab, Die 500X, 7100075678, 250 per case
Dynabrade 97571 1/2" NPT Male Safety Coupler
Dynabrade 94990 1/4" Female Composite-Style Coupler with 1/4" Male Plug Assembly
3M 45205, Disc Pad Hub, 2-1/2 in 5/8-11 Internal, 7000120398
3M 02960, Scotch-Brite Cut and Polish Wheel, CP-WL, 5A Fine, 6 in x 1 in x 1 in, 7100009186, Box of 3
3M 36849, Dirt Trap Protection Material, White, 4 in x 300 ft, 7100133779
3M 59803, Hand-Masker Film Blade FB12-SC, 12 in (30.4 cm), 7100283144
Dynabrade 95675 1/4" Male Plug with 1/4" NPT Male Thread
Dynabrade 94992 1/4" Male Composite-Style Coupler with 1/4" Male Plug Assembly
3M 05689, Hookit Sanding Block Round, 1-1/4 in X 10-3/4, 7000119962
3M 36877, Self-Stick Liquid Protection Fabric, Blue, 6 in x 300 ft per Roll, 7100169347, 4 Rolls Per Pack
Dynabrade 96101 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR 24 Per Box
Dynabrade 79109 1/2" W x 12" L 80 Grit DynaCut Premium Ceramic Belts, 50/pack
3M 95725, Venture Tape Metal Building Facing Tape 1552CW, White, 72 mm x 45.7 m, 7010313505
3M 27468, EMI Copper Foil Shielding Tape 1181, 1 in x 18 yd (25,40 mm x 16,5 m), 7000132169
3M 21758, Scotch-Brite Roloc Pro Brake Hub Cleaning Disc Kit, 7100176090
3M 64660, Scotch-Brite Durable Flex Hand Pad, MX-HP, SiC Ultra Fine, 4-1/2 in x 9 in, 7100042335, 25/Carton
Dynabrade 94991 1/4" Female Composite-Style Coupler with 1/4" Female Plug Assembly
3M 65491, Pro Grade Precision Ultra Durable Universal Hole Sanding Disc DUH5220TRI-10I, 5 inch UH, 220, 7100202878, 10 per pack
3M 28385, Square/Cross Pad Mandrel 28385, 1/4 in 3-48 external, 7010362491
3M 27719, Cubitron, II Roloc Durable Edge Disc 984F, 80+, YF-weight, TR, Maroon, 4 in, Die R400BB, 7100006569, 100 per case
3M 59803, Hand-Masker Film Blade FB12-SC, 12 in (30.4 cm), 7100200124
3M 06847, Overspray Masking Liquid Dry, 1 Gallon, 7010309222
3M 33446, Cubitron II File Belt, 80+, 1/2 in x 18 in (12.7 mm x 457.2 mm), 7100033186, 10 belts per carton, 5 cartons per case
3M 65491, Pro Grade Precision Ultra Durable Universal Hole Sanding Disc, DUH5220TRI-10T, 5 IN x UH, 220, 7100202880, 10 per pack
3M 45203, Stikit Sanding Block, 2-1/2 in, 7000028350 