Blue PET High Temperature Tape 155℃ Masking for Electroplating & Coating
Blue silicone tape is a type of tape made with a blue polyester (PET) film backing and coated with a silicone adhesive. It offers excellent high-temperature resistance and good chemical resistance.
- Excellent high-temperature resistance
- Good solvent resistance
- Excellent insulation resistance
- Good tensile properties
- Excellent peel strength
- Easy to peel off without leaving residue
- Mounting and insulation of electronic components such as capacitors, resistors, inductors, and LEDs
- Fastening, sealing, and insulation of automotive wiring harnesses, as well as the bonding of automotive components
- The mounting and sealing of mechanical components like bearings and gears.
- PCB Protection
- Conformal Coating Masking
- Electroplating Protection
Product: Blue PET High Temperature Tape – 155℃ Masking for Electroplating & Coating
| Total Thickness | mm | 0.05 ± 0.005 |
| Backing Thickness | mm | 0.038 |
| Adhesive Type | – | Silicone |
| Backing Material | – | PET Film (Blue) |
| Color | – | Blue |
| Elongation at Break | % | > 40 |
| Peel Adhesion | g/25mm | > 500 |
| Long-Term Temp Resistance | ℃ | 155 |
| Dielectric Breakdown Voltage | kV | > 5.0 |
| Chemical Resistance | – | Excellent (Acids & Alkalis) |
| Adhesive Residue | – | None |
| Recommended Storage Temp | ℃ | 23 |
| Recommended Storage Humidity | % RH | 65 |
| Shelf Life | Months | 6 |
Q: Can this tape withstand acidic electroplating baths?
A: Yes. The PET backing and silicone adhesive exhibit excellent resistance to acidic plating solutions (copper sulfate, nickel sulfamate, chromic acid) and alkaline cleaners. The tape maintains its integrity and edge seal throughout typical plating cycle durations.
Q: Is this tape suitable for masking prior to powder coating?
A: Yes. The tape withstands powder coating cure cycles up to 155℃ and removes cleanly from metal surfaces after the part has cooled, leaving sharp coating lines and no adhesive residue.
Q: Can this tape be used in wave soldering applications?
A: Absolutely. The 155℃ continuous rating and >5kV dielectric strength make it an excellent choice for protecting PCB gold fingers and connectors during lead-free wave soldering processes.
Q: What is the recommended storage condition and shelf life?
A: Store in original packaging at 23℃ (73℉) and 65% relative humidity. Under these conditions, the tape maintains optimal performance for 6 months from date of shipment. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and high humidity environments.
Q: Is this tape compatible with automated dispensing equipment?
A: Yes. The consistent thickness and controlled unwind properties make it suitable for most automatic tape dispensers and laminating systems used in high-volume electronics and plating operations.
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