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 726017, A/O R8 Straight Precision Cartridge Roll, 1/2 in x 1-3/4 in x 1/4 in 180, 7100098766
Insize 1187-200AWL, DIGITAL OUTSIDE NECK CALIPER, 0-8"/0-200mm, built-in wireless, 6940561959871
Standard Abrasives 726123, Zirconia C3 Straight Precision Cartridge Roll, 13/16 in x 2-1/2 in x 1/4 in 60, 7100098784
3M 08217, Universal Adhesive Clear - 3, 200 mL Cartridge, 7100006285, 6 per case
3M 65488, Pro Grade Precision Ultra Durable Universal Hole Sanding Disc, DUH5100TRI-10T, 5 IN x UH, 100, 7100202881, 10 per pack
3M 33440, Cubitron II File Belt, 33440, 80+, 10 mm x 330 mm (3/8 in x 13 in), 7100033195, 10 belts per carton, 5 cartons per case
3M 54136, Scotch-Brite Roloc AL Surface Conditioning Disc TR, 2 in x NH A MED, 7100075707, 200 per case
Dynabrade 95676 1/4" Female Coupler with 1/4" Male Plug Assembly
Dynabrade 51703 .1 hp Straight-Line Pencil Grinder, Rear Exhaust, 50,000 RPM, 1/8" Collet
Dynabrade 51633 .1 hp Straight-Line Extension Pencil Grinder, Central Vacuum, 1/8" Collet
3M 65488, Pro Grade Precision Ultra Durable Universal Hole Sanding Disc, DUH5100TRI-10I, 5 inch UH, 100, 7100202876, 10 per pack
3M 45098, Roloc Disc Pad TR, Soft 1-1/2 in 1/4-20 Internal, 7000045277
3M 29611, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 100 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534832 