3M™ Polyimide Film Tape 8997
3M™ Polyimide Tape 8997 is designed for challenging applications that require high-temperature masking and resistance to abrasion and chemicals. With a light amber backing and a durable silicone adhesive and polyimide backing, it excels in industrial and automotive settings, offering long-term stability and protection. Its flexibility and resilience make it a trusted choice for powder coating and thermal insulation, where consistent performance is important.
Applications include: Masking during powder coating, electrical insulation, and barriers for dissimilar metals.
- Excellent thermal, chemical and abrasion resistance
- High dimensional and tensile strength
- Removes cleanly from many surfaces
- Maintains its flexibility
| Property | Specification |
| Adhesive Type | Silicone |
| Back Side Adhesive Thickness (Imperial) | 1.2 mil |
| Back Side Adhesive Thickness (Metric) | 0.03 mm |
| Backing (Carrier) Material | Polyimide Film |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Imperial) | 1 mil |
| Backing (Carrier) Thickness (Metric) | 0.025 mm, 0.03 mm |
| Brands | 3M™ |
| Elongation at Break | 37,0.37 |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 260 ℃ |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 500 ℉ |
| Product Color | Amber, Dark Amber |
| Shelf Life | 24 Month |
| Smallest Saleable Unit | Roll |
| Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 416 oz/in,26 lb/in |
| Tensile Strength (Metric) | 45.3 N/100mm, 453 N/100mm |
| Units per Case | 36.0,24.0,1.0,72.0,12.0,8.0,48.0 |
