Looking for 3M 256? Meet WOD Printable Flatback Tape.
If you're buying 3M 256 for printable masking, labeling, or color-coding, here's the alternative worth a look. WOD's printable flatback tape is built to the same spec — white flatback paper with a printable surface — for less, with volume pricing that kicks in automatically.
Spec comparison
| WOD Printable Flatback Tape | 3M 256 | |
|---|---|---|
| Backing | 5.8 mil flatback paper | Flatback paper |
| Adhesive | Natural rubber | — |
| Surface | Printable (high-quality print) | Printable |
| Tensile | 32 lbs/in | — |
| Adhesion | 31 oz/in | — |
| Color | White | White |
| Best for | Masking, labeling, color-coding | Masking, labeling, color-coding |
WOD specs verified against the vendor catalog (CFB-60): 5.8 mil, natural rubber adhesive, printable flatback, white. Meets ASTM D6123 Type II.
Price
Why pay the brand tax on a labeling consumable? WOD printable flatback runs less per roll than 256, and our volume tiers stack on top automatically — 5% off at 5+ cases, 8% at 20+, 10% at 45+. No codes, no quotes needed.
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Try before you switch
Not sure? We'll send you a sample roll. If it doesn't print, mask, and label the way 256 does, don't switch — but we're confident it will.
FAQ
Is WOD printable flatback tape the same as 3M 256?
It's a spec-matched alternative: white flatback paper with a printable surface. Same job, lower price.
What is printable flatback tape used for?
Masking, labeling, and color-coding — anywhere you need a writable, printable tape surface.
Do you offer volume pricing?
Yes — discounts apply automatically at checkout: 5% off at 5+ cases, 8% at 20+, 10% at 45+.
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