MTY MASKING TAPE

What is MTY Masking Tape and why choose it

Indasa MTY Masking Tape is a yellow, high-performance masking tape designed for automotive refinishing and industrial masking where precise paint lines, clean removal and high bake resistance are required. Its advanced paper and resin construction, combined with a natural rubber adhesive, provides excellent adhesion, mechanical strength and flexibility on a wide range of substrates for both indoor and outdoor use.

With resistance up to 230°F (110°C) and superior waterproof and UV performance, MTY Masking Tape is suitable for demanding applications such as spray booths, construction and marine environments where reliable edge definition and easy removal are critical.

Main features and benefits

• Excellent adhesion with good mechanical strength for secure masking.
• Flexible and conformable, easy to shape around contours and complex geometries.
• Solvent resistant to prevent paint bleed-through.
• Consistent thickness for a uniform paint edge and professional finish.
• Easy roll release for fast, efficient application.
• Waterproof backing suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
• UV resistant, allowing easy, clean removal without adhesive transfer.
• High temperature resistance up to 230°F (110°C) for high bake refinishing and paint booth cycles.
• Natural rubber adhesive for reliable bonding on multiple surfaces.

Technical specifications

• Colour: Yellow
• Available widths:
  • 18 mm
  • 24 mm
  • 36 mm
  • 48 mm
• Length: 50 m (all widths)
• Adhesive: Natural rubber
• Thickness: 0.145 mm
• Temperature resistance: 110°C (230°F) for 60 minutes
• Removal time – indoor: up to 10 days
• Removal time – outdoor: up to 7 days
• Elongation at break: 9%
• Adhesion to steel: 300 g/cm
• Rolling ball test: 1 cm
• Tensile strength: 5.0 kg/cm
• Waterproof: Yes
• Form: Rolls of tape wrapped on cardboard cores
• Specific weight: 1 to 1.45 g/cm³
• Water solubility: Insoluble
• Organic solvent solubility: Aliphatic and aromatic

Applications and use cases

Recommended substrates

• Old paint
• Fillers and primers
• Top coats and clear coats
• Gel coat and fiberglass
• Glass
• Soft and resinous wood
• Wood coatings and wooden floors
• Painted and primed surfaces
• Plastic and composite materials
• Walls and drywalls

Typical applications

• Automotive masking and refinishing in spray booths and high bake cycles.
• Industrial masking for machinery, components and production lines.
• Construction masking for walls, ceilings, windows and trim.
• Marine masking on fiberglass, gel coat and painted surfaces.
• Aerospace masking on composite and painted components.
• Paint and decorative masking where clean, sharp paint lines are required.

FAQ

1. What is the maximum temperature MTY Masking Tape can withstand?

   The tape is rated for 110°C (230°F) for up to 60 minutes, making it suitable for high bake refinishing processes.

2. Can I use this masking tape outdoors?

   Yes. The tape has a waterproof backing and is UV resistant, and it can remain applied outdoors for up to 7 days.

3. How long can the tape stay on surfaces indoors?

   Indoors, the recommended removal time is up to 10 days.

4. Does the tape leave adhesive residue when removed?

   The UV resistant backing allows easy, clean removal without adhesive transfer when used within the specified indoor and outdoor removal times.

5. On which surfaces does MTY Masking Tape adhere best?

   It is suitable for old paint, fillers, primers, top coats, clear coats, gel coat, fiberglass, glass, soft and resinous wood, wood coatings, wooden floors, painted and primed surfaces, plastics, composites, walls and drywalls.

6. Is the tape water and solvent resistant?

   Yes. It features a waterproof backing and is solvent resistant, preventing paint bleed-through.

7. Is MTY Masking Tape classified as a dangerous product?

   No. According to the safety data sheet, the masking tape is not classified as dangerous and poses no specific hazard to humans or the environment when used correctly.

8. How should the tape be stored?

   The tape should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.

9. What widths are available?

   The tape is available in 18 mm, 24 mm, 36 mm and 48 mm widths, all supplied in 50 m rolls.

10. Is the product biodegradable?

    No. The product is not biodegradable.

Section 14 – Transport information

The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods. Labelling is not required by RID/ASR, IATA, UN or IMDG regulations for this product.

Section 8 – Personal protective measures

No special precautions are generally required for normal handling and use of the masking tape. It is advisable to ensure adequate ventilation of the working area.

When the tape is used in operations involving grinding, sanding or other processes that may generate dust or fumes, the following individual protection measures are recommended, depending on the specific application and materials involved:

• Respiratory protection: Use suitable respiratory protective equipment.
• Hand protection: Wear protective gloves.
• Eye and face protection: Wear protective goggles or a face shield.
• Hearing protection: Use hearing protection where high noise levels are present.
• Body protection: Use appropriate protective clothing.