3M™ Masking & Paper Tapes

3M™ Masking & Paper Tapes

3M™ High Performance Masking Tape 232
3M™ High Performance Masking Tape 232 is engineered for professionals who demand reliable adhesion, clean removal, and consistent results. With immediate tack, superior conformability, and strong holding power, it’s the tape of choice for intricate paint masking and demanding indoor applications. Whether you’re labeling, patching, or bundling, its solvent-resistant crepe backing and natural rubber adhesive provide lasting performance.
This masking tape resists curling, conforms around corners without tearing, and removes cleanly without slivering—perfect for surfaces like wood, metal, EPDM rubber, and painted substrates. It’s also made without solvents, supporting a more environmentally conscious production line.
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Technical data
Adhesive Type Rubber
Application Trim Masking, Premium Masking, Paint Preparation Masking, Painting, Painting & Depainting, Coating Application, Paint Masking, Masking Solution, Masking for Painting
Backing (Carrier) Material Crepe Paper
Brands 3M™
Clean Removal Yes
Core Material Paper
Core Size (Imperial) 3 in
Core Size (Metric) 76.2 mm
Elongation at Break 10%
Indoor/Outdoor Indoor
Industries Automotive, Construction, Furniture, Marine, Metalworking, General Industrial, MRO, Woodworking, Military, Specialty Vehicle, Transportation, Military & Government
Maximum Operating Temperature 121 ℃
Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) 250 ℉
Product Color Tan
Smallest Saleable Unit Roll
Specifications Met ASTM D6123
Tensile Strength (Imperial) 30 lb/in
Tensile Strength (Metric) 52.5 N/cm
Units per Case 1.0, 8.0, 12.0, 24.0, 36.0, 48.0, 72.0, 96.0, 144.0, 288.0
Overall Length (Imperial) 60 yd, 60.14 yd
Overall Length (Metric) 54.86 m, 55 m
Overall Thickness (Imperial) 6.3 mil
Overall Thickness (Metric) 0.16 mm
Overall Width (Imperial) 0.12 in, 0.23 in, 0.354 in, 0.47 in, 0.5 in, 0.71 in, 0.75 in, 0.94 in, 1 in, 1.18 in, 1.41 in, 1.88 in, 2 in, 2.83 in, 3 in, 3.77 in, 4 in, 5.66 in, 30 in, 36 in, 57 in
Overall Width (Metric) 3.17 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 12.7 mm, 18 mm, 19.05 mm, 24 mm, 25.4 mm, 30 mm, 36 mm, 48 mm, 50 mm, 72 mm, 76.2 mm, 96 mm, 101.6 mm, 144 mm, 762 mm, 914.4 mm, 1447.8 mm


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