3M 388N Automotive Refinish Masking Tape, Yellow, 60 yd Rolls, Case (18, 24, 36 or 48 mm)
3M 388N Automotive Refinish Masking Tape, Yellow, 60 yd Rolls, Case (18, 24, 36 or 48 mm)
SKU:06656
The yellow masking tape most collision shops run every day. 3M's treated crepe-paper backing follows curves, resists solvent and moisture, and holds up to 250°F for 30 minutes in the booth. It comes off without adhesive residue. Sold by the full case in four widths.
Need less than a case? Get it by the single roll or sleeve: 18 mm, 24 mm, 36 mm or 48 mm.
- Bake rating, 30 min
- 250°F
- Per roll (55 m)
- 60 yd
- Thickness
- 6.3 mil
- Adhesion to steel
- 33 oz/in
Everyday masking that holds its line
- Conformable crepe. A thin, semi-smooth yellow crepe backing follows contours and minimizes paint bleed-through.
- Solvent and moisture resistant. 3M treats the backing for refinish conditions.
- Clean removal. 3M says it comes off fast without adhesive residue, and it runs on apron taper machines too.
Rolls per case
| Part | Width | Rolls per case |
|---|---|---|
| 06652 | 18 mm (about 3/4 in) | 48 |
| 06653 | 24 mm (about 1 in) | 36 |
| 06654 | 36 mm (about 1-1/2 in) | 24 |
| 06656 | 48 mm (about 2 in) | 24 |
Application
- Apply between 60°F and 90°F to a clean, dry surface. Solvent-clean rubber gaskets and moldings first.
- Run long strips on flat panels. Break the tape often on curves.
- Bake at up to 250°F (121°C) for no more than 30 minutes.
- Pull the tape back over itself at about 45°. On delicate or weathered paint, pull as close to 180° as you can.
- Use it indoors. 3M notes that sun and heat exposure make the tape harder to remove.
Tech specs
| Backing | Treated yellow crepe paper |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Rubber-based |
| Thickness | 6.3 mil (0.16 mm) |
| Adhesion to steel | 33 oz/in (ASTM D-3330) |
| Tensile strength | 26 lb/in |
| Elongation at break | 9% |
| Temperature resistance | 250°F (121°C) for 30 min |
| Roll length | 60 yd (55 m) |
| Shelf life | 18 months at 70°F / 50% RH, unopened |
Related
FAQ
Can it go through a bake cycle?
Yes. 3M rates 388N to 250°F (121°C) for up to 30 minutes.
How many rolls are in a case?
48 rolls of 18 mm, 36 of 24 mm, or 24 of either 36 mm or 48 mm. Every roll is 60 yd (55 m).
Can I buy less than a case?
Yes. Single rolls and sleeves (12 of 18 mm, 9 of 24 mm, 6 of 36 mm or 48 mm) are on their own pages, linked at the top.
Will it leave residue?
3M designs it for clean removal without adhesive residue. Keep it indoors and within the bake rating; 3M says sun and heat make any masking tape harder to remove.
How long does it keep?
18 months in the unopened carton at 70°F and 50% relative humidity.
Manufacturer documents: 388N technical data sheet (PDF)
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Technical details
General
- Part number
- 06656
- Brand
- 3M
- Product type
- Masking & Protection
