General Purpose Paper Masking Tape
2120
Product Data Sheet
Date: January 2012
Supersedes: New
Product Description
3M General Purpose Paper Masking Tape 2120 is a room
temperature, premium quality tape for holding, bundling, sealing
and non critical masking applications.
Key Features
Crepe paper backing for conformability that will maintain integrity
when formed around corners.
Backing saturated for easy tear – resists slivering yet hand
tearable.
Rubber adhesive with instant adhesion.
Good holding power that resists lifting or curling and helps
reduce rework.
Special backsize treatment controls unwind and helps reduce
waste.
Designed for indoor use only. Tape should not be subjected to
outdoor exposure or prolonged periods of sunlight as product
may become very difficult to remove.
Physical Properties
Adhesive Type
Backing Type
Tape Colour
Thickness
AFERA 5006
Rubber
Crepe Paper
Natural
0.126mm
Performance Characteristics
Adhesion to Stainless Steel
AFERA 5001
Tensile Strength
AFERA 5004
Elongation at break
Temperature Range
6N/25mm
75N/25mm
9.5%
30°C for 1 hour
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Storage
Store under normal conditions of 70`F (21`C) and 50% R.H. in the
original carton.
Shelf Life
3M 2120 has a shelf life of 12 months from date of manufacture
when stored in the original carton at 21°C (70°F) & 50 % Relative
Humidity
Precautionary Information
Refer to product label and Material Safety Data Sheet for health and
safety information before using the product.
For information please contact your local 3M Office.
www.3M.com
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Values presented have been determined by standard test methods and are average values not to be used for
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we would ask that you conduct your own tests to determine their suitability for your applications.
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