YELLOW PVC ELECTROPLATING MASKING TAPE
Alternative to: Various industry-standard PVC electroplating masking tapes used for plating, shot peening, and industrial surface protection applications.
VET68 is a high-performance soft PVC masking tape coated with a rubber resin adhesive, specifically designed for electroplating, PCB manufacturing, and industrial masking applications. Its exceptional conformability, strong adhesion, and outstanding resistance to oils, acids, alkalis, and corrosive chemicals make it an ideal solution for protecting critical surfaces during plating, finishing, and surface treatment processes.
Item Size Specifications
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Thickness: 6.8 mil (0.17 mm)
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Color: Yellow
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Core Size: 3 in paper core
Key Features
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Material: Soft PVC film with aggressive rubber resin adhesive.
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Excellent Chemical Resistance: Resistant to oils, acids, alkalis, and many corrosive chemicals.
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Superior Conformability: Easily conforms to curved, irregular, and complex surfaces.
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Strong Adhesion: Excellent bonding to metals, plastics, and other industrial substrates.
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Durable Construction: Designed to withstand demanding industrial processing environments.
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Operating Temperature: Performs from 140°F (60°C) to 194°F (90°C).
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Physical Properties: Adhesion to steel: 17 oz/in; Tensile Strength: 16 lbs/in; Elongation: 100% at break.
Designed to provide reliable masking and surface protection during electroplating, PCB manufacturing, shot peening, and other industrial finishing processes.
Product Applications
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Electroplating Masking: Prevents plating chemicals from reaching protected areas during electroplating operations.
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PCB Manufacturing: Masks terminal contacts and critical zones during printed circuit board plating processes.
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Shot Peening Protection: Protects precision surfaces from damage during shot peening operations.
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Chemical Processing: Ideal for masking applications exposed to oils, acids, alkalis, and corrosive solutions.
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Industrial Surface Protection: Shields sensitive components during manufacturing, finishing, and processing.
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Metal & Plastic Components: Excellent adhesion to a wide variety of metal and plastic substrates.
Application Tips
- Apply only to clean, dry surfaces free of oil, grease, dust, and moisture for maximum adhesion.
- Firmly press the tape onto the surface to eliminate air pockets and ensure complete sealing.
- For best results, remove the tape promptly after the plating or finishing process is complete.
- Always test compatibility with your specific chemicals and processing conditions before full production use.
Additional Information
Note: Specifications are provided by the manufacturer and are not independently tested for accuracy. Users should evaluate the product under actual operating conditions before production use.