3M 7000088502 | 60.14 yd x 1.880" Width Paper Tape

Description

The 3M 7000088502 is a roll of 3M 2517 flatback paper tape, measuring 1.880 inches in width and 60.14 yards in length. This tape features a smooth, unbleached kraft paper backing (flatback), paired with a natural rubber adhesive, offering strong tack and holding performance even under bake cycles up to 300 °F (149 °C) for short durations. Its backing is tearable by hand yet compatible with machine dispensing, making it ideal for splicing, roll starting, roll closure, packaging, and web processing applications.

Product Features and Benefits

Backing material

Unbleached kraft paper backing (flatback style), smooth, consistent surface and flatback backing supports good unwind control and dimensional stability

Adhesive

Natural rubber adhesive for initial tack and holding strength

Temperature & durability

Can withstand bake cycles of up to 300 °F (149 °C) for up to 30 minutes and moisture resistance and reliable performance over varying ambient conditions

Hand-tearable yet machine compatible

The backing is designed to tear by hand for easy application starts and closures. Also suitable for machine dispensing in high-volume operations

Reliable splicing & web processing

Its flatback structure ensures consistent unwind tension and dimensional control, helping reduce web breaks or misalignment in roll processes.

High-temperature bake stability

Able to survive short bake cycles, making it useful for operations involving drying or curing stages.

Ease of handling

Users can tear by hand for quick roll starts or closures without needing cutting tools.

Strong adhesion & holding power

The rubber adhesive offers good initial tack and maintains bond strength on a variety of substrates.

Versatile applications

Useful in packaging, bundling, web splicing, roll closures, and where a flat, stable tape is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “flatback” mean in this context?

“Flatback” refers to a backing (in this case kraft paper) that is smooth and flat (no crepe or texture). It offers stability, consistent unwind, and dimensional control.

Can it withstand baking or curing processes?

Yes, the tape is rated for up to 300 °F (149 °C) for about 30 minutes.

Is the backing easy to tear by hand?

Yes, it is designed so that the backing can be torn manually, simplifying roll starts or closures.

What is the adhesive type and performance?

It uses a natural rubber adhesive, providing dependable tack and holding power to many substrates.

What are typical applications?

Web splicing, roll starting and closing, packaging, bundling, and general purpose masking/holding in industrial tape applications.

What are the equivalent standard sizes or part numbers?

The tape is part of the 3M Flatback 2517 series. For example, the ULINE listing shows 1″ × 60 yds of 3M 2517 as a comparable size.

Warning:

This product can expose you to materials and/or chemicals including arsenic, lead, and other materials and/or chemicals which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.

For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov