Masking tape, also known as ribbon painter , is a type of pressure-sensitive tape made of thin, torn paper, and is easily removed by pressure- sensitive adhesive. It is available in a wide range. It's mainly used in painting, to cover areas that should not be painted. The adhesive is a key element for its use, as it allows the tape to be easily removed without leaving any residue or damaging the surface used. These recordings are available in several strengths, rated on a scale of 1-100 based on the strength of the adhesive. Most painting operations require bands in the 50 range. Household tape is made of weaker paper and lower adhesive.
Video Masking tape
Histori
Masking tape was discovered in 1925 by 3M employees, Richard Drew. Drew watched the autobody workers get increasingly frustrated when they pulled out the butcher paper they attached to the car they were painting. The strong adhesive on the tape was peeling off some of the paint they had just applied. Touching the damaged area increases their costs. Drew is aware of the need for a tape with a softer adhesive.
Maps Masking tape
Usage
For the original use of marking areas where body paint is undesirable, masking masking masking special painters is required. With this special grade, very clean lines can be produced. Without it, the paint fades beneath the edge of the ribbon, producing blurry or varied lines.
Draft recording looks similar to ordinary household tape, but has a lower tactic. It is meant to withhold a blueprint onto the drawing board or light table, and to draw easily without damaging the image.
The home painter's tape is judged by how many days it can be left without leaving any residue on a disguised surface. It is available in the ratings of 1-, 3-, 7-, 14-, 30-, and 60-days, with tapes of 7 and 14 days being the most common. Longer bands are usually less adhesive, and are sold for use on smooth and smooth surfaces such as vinyl wallpaper and newly painted walls. Painter (decorator) painters in the US most often are blue or sometimes purple varieties compared to tan or off white white tape. Spraying WD-40 is a popular way to remove sticky residue.
Masking tape is also used in long strips on larger glass panels in situations where glass may be destroyed, harming them around it.
Other types
When built with non-paper plastic films, the masking tapes can be used for tighter applications. Ribbon-based ribbons are used to cover during etching, plating, and in particular, powder coating. Cassettes based on polymide films can withstand liquid solder in electronic applications. Glass cloth bands are often used in powder coating and sandblasting operations. Foils or vinyl tapes are often used in coatings. Layered cassettes made of multiple laminated materials can be used to disguise flames, thermal sprays and HVOF. Masking tape can also be used to stick the poster to the wall up to the day rating. Masking tape can basically be used for whatever purposes are needed, and not limited only to the needs of painting.
The adhesive applied to the tape is often an important determinant for a given masking situation. There are three types of thin adhesive (with many different chemical variations respectively): rubber based, acrylic based, and silicone based. Rubber based adhesives generally provide the greatest adhesion, but the lowest temperature resistance. Acrylic-based adhesives offer a wide temperature range, providing adhesion from sub-freezing temperatures up to 275-325 Â ° F (about 150 ° C). Silicone-based adhesives provide the highest temperature resistance, with multiple tapes (such as multiple polymide films and glass cloth tapes) allowing for intermittent usage of up to 500 ° F (260 ° C).
Nowadays masking tapes are widely used for decorative purposes. This type of decorative tapes is called Washi Tape and can be purchased at various specialty craft and online stores. They are printed in various patterns, symbols and images that allow the recording user to add a personal touch to the craft, package, or anything that ensures the use of the tape. Some Japanese tapes are made of washi paper.
See also
- List of adhesive tape
- Chemical adhesive tape
- Adhesive tape
References
External links
- How to Hang Temporary Artwork with Masking Tape
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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