Caps and Plugs
For standard caps and plugs used in this process, a cured silicone material is the industry standard. For available molded parts and more details about each, see this page for more info:
Green Polyester
Green polyester tape is generally most used for this type of metal finish, and is suitable for temperatures up to 400°F for 60 minutes. This is well within the range of most typical oven curing at 350°F - 375°F. The silicone based adhesive adheres well to aluminum, steel, and other commonly ecoated metals. Simply apply firm pressure to the tape on a clean, dry surface. For more info, click these links:
Viadon's green poly is 'a cut above' many competitor's tapes, because it is
American-Made.
The same-day trip from manufacturer to our dock ensures fresh, high-quality tape that will last up to 12 months without degrading in effectiveness. Just store on end in a cool, humidity-controlled location for best shelf life.
Other Masking Tape Options for E-Coating Include:
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GCT Glass Cloth Tape: Thicker material, conformable, great for very thick applications, also handles up to 500°F
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VBT Blue Polyester Tape: Thin, 1 mil carrier material, can be use around complex curved surfaces, temps to 400°F
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VOT Orange Polyester Tape: Similar to green polyester, but handles a bit extra heat, up to 425°F for longer cure times
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VT950 Yellow Polyester Tape: Having a tough time getting other tapes to stick to the metal? Try this tape; very aggressive (sticky) adhesive, and handles 400°F