The 3M Automotive Soft Edge Foam Masking Tape (Model 9973) is engineered for professional automotive and industrial applications requiring a superior finish. This specialized foam tape creates a soft, feathered edge, eliminating hard paint lines often associated with traditional masking tapes. It is an essential tool for technicians aiming for seamless paint transitions and high-quality results.
Key Features
- Soft Edge Design: Forms a soft, diffused paint edge for a professional, seamless finish, reducing rework.
- Conformable Foam Construction: Easily conforms to curves, contours, and irregular surfaces like door jambs, hood jambs, and trunk lids, ensuring complete coverage.
- Residue-Free Removal: Formulated to remove cleanly without leaving adhesive residue on painted or unpainted surfaces.
- Paint Bleed-Through Resistance: The dense foam construction prevents paint from bleeding through, maintaining clean lines.
- Efficient Masking: Designed to save time and material by creating a feathered edge in one step, ideal for blend areas and two-tone applications.
- Convenient Size: Each roll measures 3/4 inch wide by 115 feet long, providing ample material for multiple jobs.
Applications
This versatile masking tape is ideal for a range of professional paint and finishing tasks. It excels in masking door jambs, hood jambs, trunk edges, and other openings to prevent hard paint lines during repairs or full paint jobs. It is also highly effective for creating soft blend areas, particularly in two-tone paint applications, or for protecting adjacent panels during painting processes in both automotive repair and industrial coating environments.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: 3M Automotive
- Model Number: 9973
- Product Name: Soft Edge Foam Masking Tape
- Dimensions: 3/4 IN x 115 FT
- Packaging: 1 Roll per Box
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