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3M™ 6162025-10-29T08:48:05+01:00

3M™ SPECIALTY TAPES

3M™ SPECIALTY TAPES

3M™ SPECIALTY TAPES

3M™ 616

3M™ 616 Lithographers Tape

The 3M™ 616 Lithographers Tape is a ruby-red, single-sided UPVC tape specially designed for precise masking, splicing, and edging in demanding industrial applications. It is both optically transparent and photographically opaque, offering sharp definition and excellent light-blocking during imaging and lithography processes.
With temperature resistance up to 260 °C (500 °F), it maintains high adhesion even during rigorous thermal processes like lead-free solder reflow.

Thanks to its thin and pinhole-free construction, the 3M™ 616 reduces ghosting, minimizes retouching, and ensures clean, accurate application.

Where to Use 3M™ 616

  • Flexible Printed Circuit (FPC) attachment

  • Masking and edging in lithographic workflows

  • Splicing of film and paper rolls

  • Graphic and photographic studios

  • PCB manufacturing

  • High Surface Energy (HSE) metal applications

  • Labeling in high-temperature environments

Why Choose 3M™ 616?

  • High temperature resistance: Withstands up to 260 °C – ideal for soldering and heat-processing

  • Clear and opaque performance: Easy positioning and effective light-blocking

  • Aging-resistant rubber adhesive: No oozing during storage or exposure

  • Low outgassing and full opacity: Clean edges with no ghosting

  • Durable UPVC backing: Stable under changing environmental conditions

  • Strong peel adhesion: Excellent bond to stainless steel and HSE metals

Why Work with EKO-TECH

  • Guaranteed quality and precision: Reliable results even for complex die cuts

  • Custom technical support: Solution engineering and application validation

  • Scalable production: From prototypes to full series – flexible execution

  • Fast delivery: Short lead times and responsive service

Tailored for Your Needs

  • Rewinding to custom lengths

  • Slitting to desired widths

  • Precision sheeting

  • Die cutting and kiss-cut processing

  • Cross-wound spooling for automated systems

Whether you need long rolls, pre-cut sheets, or precisely shaped components – EKO-TECH will design and deliver the best solution for your production.

Technical data:

Adhesive strength 36 oz/in
Adhesive strength 39 N/100 mm
Adhesive type Rubber
Applications Negative removal in the pre-printing phase
Adhesive thickness on the back side 0.8 milical
Adhesive thickness on the back side 0.02 mm, 0.04 mm
Backing material (carrier) UPVC
Backing thickness (carrier) 1.6 mil
Backing thickness (carrier) 0.04 mm
Backing material UPVC
Backing thickness 1.6 mil
Backing thickness 0.04 mm

Brands 3M™
Quantity per
package 36 pieces/package, 48 pieces/package, 72 pieces/package
Elongation at break 0.5, 50
Indoor/outdoor Both
Industries Printing
Backing material Unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (UPVC)
Maximum operating temperature 49 °C
Maximum operating temperature 120 null
Main backing thickness 0.8 mil
Main backing thickness 0.02 mm
Product colour Ruby red
Product form Roll
Product type Tape
Shelf life in months (from date of manufacture) 12
Smallest sales unit Roll

Specifications Compliance with MIL-T-40620A
Tensile strength 29.0 pounds/inc
Tensile strength 50.8 N/100 mm, 509 N/100 mm
Total thickness of tape without backing 2.4 mil
Total thickness of tape without backing 0.06 mm
Quantity per package 36.0, 48.0, 72.0
Total height 1.9 milical 2.4 milical
Total height 0.05 mm, 0.1 mm
Total length 72 yards
Total length 65.8 m
Total thickness 2.4 mil
Total width 0.5 inch, 0.8 inch, 1 inch
Total width 1.3 cm, 1.9 cm, 2.5 cm

FAQ

Does the tape leave residue after use?2025-06-23T08:52:00+02:00

No. Thanks to its durable adhesive, it doesn’t ooze or leave residue, even after high heat exposure.

What converting options does EKO-TECH offer?2025-06-23T08:50:19+02:00

Rewinding, slitting, sheeting, die cutting, kiss-cutting, and cross-wound spooling – all customized.

Is it suitable for photographic use?2025-06-23T08:48:35+02:00

Absolutely. It is optically transparent yet blocks light photographically – ideal for masking.

Can 3M™ 616 withstand soldering temperatures?2025-06-23T08:46:18+02:00

Yes, the tape is resistant to short-term exposure up to 260 °C – perfect for reflow soldering and thermal applications.

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