Scotch® Fine Line Masking Tape 265

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Thin tape provides excellent gel coat color separation for in-mold fine line masking

Polypropylene backing features superior gel coat chemical resistance

Silicone adhesive sticks immediately and holds reliably

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  • Thin tape provides excellent gel coat color separation for in-mold fine line masking
  • Polypropylene backing features superior gel coat chemical resistance
  • Silicone adhesive sticks immediately and holds reliably
  • Provides good adhesion to molds treated with semi-permanent high-slip mold releases
  • Resistant to most solvents and moisture
  • Available in green

Scotch® Fine Line Masking Tape 265 is a high-performance polypropylene plastic tape that has both a low profile and good adhesion to mold-release surfaces. It is often used as a layout tape for high value multi-color gel coated fiberglass boat hulls. It is green in color.

Ideal for in-mold color masking
This tape's unique design has proven to be ideal for gel coat applications involving fiberglass boats
Ideal for Gel Coats and Fiberglass
Scotch® Fine Line Masking Tape 265 features a pressure sensitive silicone adhesive capable of delivering the high instant adhesion necessary for critical, large-scale paint applications. This tape has proven itself to be ideal for in-mold color masking with gel coats on the fiberglass surfaces of boat hulls, decks and more. Its polypropylene backing is stiffer than vinyl fine line tapes, while conforming easily around corners and resisting chemicals.

Recommended Applications
  • Multicolor gel coat masking involving fiberglass
  • Specialty vehicle, marine and other gel coating applications

Accomplish Sharp Color Separation with 3M Conformable and Fine Line Tapes
As a recognized pioneer and leading designer in industrial tapes, adhesives and more, 3M has developed a collection of conformable and fine line tapes suitable for even the most critical of paint masking applications. These tapes feature industry-leading technology in their capability to separate colors while preventing soak-in, edge-lifting and more.

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