
Fine Line
Masking Tapes
Line sharpness
and removal the
way you want.
Tapes that keep paint lines sharp, even
on curves and challenging surfaces.
•
Sharpest possible paint lines
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Conformability to stretch and adhere
around sharp curves
•
Flexible backing for easily creating
curved paint edges
•
Resists edge lifting

If you’re looking for superior masking solutions for demanding
paint requirements, look to Scotch® Fine Line Masking Tapes.
We have a comprehensive lineup of tape solutions designed to
provide a secure hold while allowing for easy removal — resulting
in consistent delivery of the sharpest paint lines possible.
Tensile
Strength
lb/in
(N/100 mm)
Elongation
at Break
%
Scotch® Fine Line Tape Family
Adhesive
Backing
Adhesion to
Steel oz/in
(N/100 mm)
Based on ASTM Test Method: D-3330 D-3759 D-3759
Scotch® Fine Line Tape 215
4.8 mils (0.12mm)
Scotch® Fine Line Tape 218
5.0 mils (0.13mm)
Scotch® Fine Line
Masking Tape 265
5.1 mils (0.13mm)
Scotch® Ultimate Paint Edge
Masking Tape 2460
3.3 mils (0.08mm)
Scotch® Masking Tape 2800
4.1 mils (0.05mm)
Scotch® High Temperature
Fine Line Tape
4735 / 4735L
5.4 mils (0.14mm)
Scotch® High Temperature
Fine Line Tape
4737T / 4737TL
5.4 mils (0.14mm)
Rubber
Polyethylene/
Polypropylene
Co-polymer
Rubber
Polypropylene
Rubber/Silicone
Polypropylene
Acrylic
Flatback Paper
Acrylic
Polyolen
Rubber
Vinyl
Rubber
Vinyl
43 (47) 15 (263) 1150
37 (40) 13 (228) 720
21 (23) 21 (368) 881
8 (8.7) 17 (297) 5
16 (17) 25 (430) 1000
9.5 (10.4) 14 (245) 130
10.5 (11.5) 16 (280) 115
Heat
Resistance
°F (°C) for
30 Minutes Comments
Excellentconformability for complex
250
(121)
250
(121)
200
(93)
shapes and irregular surfaces where paper
masking tapes or other plastic tapes cannot
conform. Medium temperature.
Good for long, straight lines. Backing is
stier than vinyl tapes, while conforming
easily around corners.
In-mold composite masking where
sharp, clean, gel-coat color separation
lines are desired. For dicult to stick
to surfaces, such as semi-perm mold
release surfaces.
For paint bake operations at temperatures
300
(149)
up to 300°F (149°C). 21 days outdoor.
Alternative for paint systems prone to
residue, tape tracking and ghosting by
rubber adhesive tapes. For paint masking
300
(149)
on TPO (thermoplastic olen) surfaces.
Translucent backing assists in placement.
7 days outdoor.
Highly conformable, high temperature vinyl
ne line tape for fascia panels, two-tone and
300
other multiple color applications where
(149)
critical paint break lines are required.
4735L is linered version.
Conformable, high temperature vinyl ne
line tape for fascia panels, two-tone and
300
other multiple color applications where
(149)
critical paint break lines are required.
4737TL is linered version.
Scotch® High Temperature
Fine Line Tape
4737S / 4737SL
5.4 mils (0.14mm)
Note: This technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Rubber
Vinyl
10.5 (11.5) 16 (280) 115
Highly visible backing version of 4737T.
300
(149)
4737SL is linered version.
For more information on Scotch® Masking Tapes, contact your local 3M representative or call 1-800-362-3550.
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