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.

Standard Abrasives 727088, Surface Conditioning Band, 1 in x 1 in VFN, 7010368747
Standard Abrasives 701217, Aluminum Oxide Spiral Band, 60, 1 in x 1 in, 7100138185
Standard Abrasives 700717, Cartridge Roll Mandrel, 1/8 in x 3/4 in x 1/4 in x 1-1/4 in x 2-1/2 in CM-8, 7000121752
Standard Abrasives 727095, Surface Conditioning Band, 2 in x 1 in CRS, 7010330503
Standard Abrasives 727117, Surface Conditioning Band, 1/2 in x 1/2 in CRS, 7010368744
Standard Abrasives 712924, Spiral Band, 3/4 in x 1-1/2 in 40, 7010369172
Standard Abrasives 712230, Cartridge Roll Mandrel, 1/8 in x 2 in x 1/4 in x 1-1/4 in x 4 in CM-11, 7000121797 
