Scapa Tapes North America
581

SMOBC Plating Tape

581 is a 2.9 mil, SMOBC plating tape. It is primarily used for protecting printed circuit boards from chemicals during plating or stripping of gold contact fingers.

Backing/Carrier PET - Polyester
Adhesive Silicone
Thickness 2.9 Mils
Tensile 25.00 lbs/in
Elongation 90.00%
Adhesive Activation Pressure
Adhesion (unwind) 28 oz/in
Min. Application Temp 65° F
Min. Service Temp -22° F
Max Short-Term Temp 350° F
Max Long-Term Temp

Product Features

  • Wide operating temperature range up to 350°
  • Removes cleanly after processing
  • Blue color for easy tape edge visibility
  • High strength backing is suitable for use with automatic taping machines
  • Resistant to plating and stripping chemicals
  • Conforms with excellent adhesion to the circuit board to prevent leakage

Adhesive Tape Applications

  • Protection of circuit boards during plating or stripping of gold finger contacts
  • Circuit board masking during chemical processing
  • Recommended for solder mask over bare copper boards

Adhesive Tape Colors

  • Blue

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.