3M
518

***Discontinued*** Impact Stripping Tape

Discontinued See 3M™ 528 as an alternative. An 85 mil. thick impact stripping tape used to provide excellent surface protection during plastic media blast (PMB) paint stripping operations. It is recommended that the temperature of the application surface is at least 40°F or above. The application surface should be warm, clean and dry to ensure that the 3M™ Impact Stripping Tape 518 adheres well. Rub down firmly when applying to achieve maximum adhesion. To obtain best performance, use this product within one year from date of manufacture and store under normal conditions of 70°F an d50% relative humidity in the original carton. Contact your 3M sales representative for non-standar size information.

Backing/Carrier Rubber
Adhesive Rubber
Thickness 85 Mils
Tensile 18.00 lbs/in
Elongation 145.00%
Adhesive Activation Pressure
Adhesion (unwind) 29 oz/in
Min. Application Temp 40° F
Min. Service Temp 0° F
Max Short-Term Temp 120° F
Max Long-Term Temp

Product Features

  • 180° peel adhesion to granite = 35 oz./in.
  • Standard roll sizes: 12 1/2", 25" x 10 yds. (9.1m); 1", 2", 3", 5" x 20 yds. (19.2m)
  • 80 mil. thick tan rubber backing
  • Easy release film liner offers less effort to remove liner
  • Rubber adhesive offers excellent adhesion
  • Rub down firmly when applying to achieve maximum adhesion
  • Extra protection from blasting
  • Increases production output
  • No lifitng during plastic media blasting

Adhesive Tape Applications

  • 518 was designed for use in the Aerospace industry to protect aircraft skins during plastic media paint blasting

Adhesive Tape Colors

  • Tan

Converting Services

Precision Cutting, Die Cutting, Slitting, Printing, Laminating and Coating, Spooling and Finishing, Consulting & Process Audit, Prototyping, Inventory Management

At Budnick, we specialize in custom converting these materials into labor saving, user-friendly parts.

Data provided by Budnick Converting, Inc.

The physical properties listed are typical values and are not to be considered as specifications. Our suggestions for use are based on tests we believe to be reliable. However, the purchaser must carry out their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their internal use. Information is given in good faith, but without warranty.

It is essential, as with all pressure-sensitive tapes, that the surface to which the tape is applied be clean, dry and free of grease and oil.

Shelf life from date of manufacture is based on the product being stored at 70°F(21°C) / 50% relative humidity out of direct sunlight.

Specification compliance is dynamic and should only be used as a general guide. Always confirm that the tape you are interested in currently complies with all specification requirements. Please verify that the product number that you select is available in the proper size and color to meet your specification.