Performance Masking Tape 233+ page 1 of 2 Technical Data A high performance crepe paper masking tape for most paint masking applications. Product Description Product Construction Backing Adhesive Color Standard Roll Length Smooth crepe paper with a Rubber Green 55m (60.17 yds.) solvent resistant saturant Typical Physical Properties Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only, and should not be used for specification purposes. ASTM Test Method Adhesion to Steel: 38 oz./in. width (41 N/100mm) D-3330 Tensile Strength: 25 lbs./in. width (438 N/100mm) D-3759 Elongation at Break: 10% D-3759 Tape Thickness: 6.7 mils (0.17mm) D-3652 Temperature Use Range: Up to 250F (121C) for up to 30 minutes General Information Removes cleanly when subject to temperatures up to 250F (121C) for up to 30 minutes The heat and solvent resistance will provide excellent performance in most paint masking applications Provides a balanced construction for applications where clean removal and conformability are critical requirements Excellent transfer resistance to difficult to remove from surfaces like EPDM rubber moldings Tape 233+ is better than most conventional masking tapes for sunlight resistance. However, it is still advised that it not be subjected to outdoor exposure or prolonged periods of sunlight. The tape may become difficult to remove. Manufactured in an ISO 9002 registered plant to meet worldwide quality standards Shelf Life To obtain best performance, use this product within 12 months from date of manufacture and store under normal conditions of 70F (21C) and 50% R.H. in the original carton. Application Ideas Excellent paint masking tape Can be used for a variety of holding, bundling, protecting and a vast number of other difficult jobs where a pressure-sensitive tape is needed Features Features Advantages Benefits Proprietary adhesive Instant adhesion Sticks easily/allows fast application Good holding power Resists lifting/curling Adhesive transfer resistance Clean removal/helps minimize labor required to remove transferred adhesive Features (cont.) Features Advantages Benefits Bright green color Improved visibility Assists in improving edgeScotch Performance Masking Tape 233+ page 2 of 2 alignment Controlled crepe paper backing Smoothness Good surface contact/provides secure holding Thin Sharp paint line/quality paint job Dead stretch Resists recover Improved conformability Easy handling/allows fast application Backing saturant Solvent and moisture resistant Minimizes bleed-through and rework Special backsize treatment Controlled unwind Easy to use/helps reduce waste Unique components Balanced construction Excellent versatility/efficient tool helps save time and money The technical information and data, recommendations, and other statements provided in this document are based Technical Information and Data on tests or experience which 3M believes to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness of such information is not guaranteed. 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Limited Warranty and The 3M product will be free from defects in material and manufacture for a period of one (1) year from the date of Limited Remedy manufacture. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM, OR USAGE OF TRADE. User is responsible for determining whether the 3M product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for users method of application. If the 3M product is defective within the warranty period stated above, YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND 3MS SOLE OBLIGATION SHALL BE, AT 3MS OPTION, TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE 3M PRODUCT OR REFUND THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE 3M PRODUCT. Limitation of Liability Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including, but not limited to, contract, warranty, negligence, or strict liability. This Industrial Tape and Specialties Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9002 standards. Industrial Tape and Specialties Division 3M Center, Building 220-7W-03 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 70-0709-4841-2 1 800 362 3550 3M 2002 July/17/2002 1 800 223 7427 Fax on Demand All rights reserved. www.3M.com/industrialtape