(R) Scotch General Purpose Masking Tape 234 Technical Data Product Description Product Construction February, 2011 Scotch(R) General Purpose Masking Tape 234 is designed to be used in medium temperature paint bake operations. Backing Adhesive Color Standard Roll Length Smooth crepe paper treated with a heat and solvent resistant saturant Rubber Tan 55 m (60.17 yds.)* *Available in metric widths (eg, 24 mm corresponds to 1 inch). Typical Physical Properties Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. ASTM Test Method Features Adhesion to Steel: 34 oz./in. width (37 N/100 mm) D-3330 Tensile Strength: 27 lbs./in. width (472 N/100 mm) D-3759 Elongation at Break: 8% D-3759 Tape Thickness: 5.9 mils (0.149 mm) D-3652 Temperature Use Range: Up to 250F (121C) for 30 min. Removes cleanly * Has been laboratory tested on painted panels and found to remove cleanly at bake temperatures of up to 250F (121C) for 30 minutes. The actual temperature and time performance may be higher or lower for a given application. Clean removal can vary dependent on surface type, processing conditions (such as multiple bakes), type of paint involved as well as the temperature of the surface at removal. We recommend testing the product under your conditions to determine if it meets your needs. * Excellent transfer resistance to "difficult to remove from" surfaces like EDPM rubber moldings. * Tests indicate it is better than conventional masking tapes for sunlight resistance, it is still advised that it not be subjected to outdoor exposure or prolonged periods of sunlight as tape may become difficult to remove. * Can be qualified for PPP-T-42C, Type I, (CID-A-A-883A). Application Ideas * Designed for non-critical paint masking. * Used throughout industry for holding, protecting, bundling and a vast number of other difficult jobs where a pressure sensitive tape is needed. (R) Scotch General Purpose Masking Tape 234 Storage Store under normal conditions of 70F (21C) and 50% R.H. in the original carton. Shelf Life To obtain best performance, use this product within one year from date of manufacture. Technical Information The technical information, recommendations and other statements contained in this document are based upon tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable, but the accuracy or completeness of such information is not guaranteed. Product Use Many factors beyond 3M's control and uniquely within user's knowledge and control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application. Given the variety of factors that can affect the use and performance of a 3M product, user is solely responsible for evaluating the 3M product and determining whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user's method of application. Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer Unless an additional warranty is specifically stated on the applicable 3M product packaging or product literature, 3M warrants that each 3M product meets the applicable 3M product specification at the time 3M ships the product. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. If the 3M product does not conform to this warranty, then the sole and exclusive remedy is, at 3M's option, replacement of the 3M product or refund of the purchase price. Limitation of Liability Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability. ISO 9001: 2008 This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001: 2008 standards. Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division 3M Center, Building 225-3S-06 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 800-362-3550 * 877-369-2923 (Fax) www.3M.com/industrial Recycled Paper 40% pre-consumer 10% post-consumer Scotch is a registered trademark of 3M. Printed in U.S.A. (c)3M 2011 70070944221 (2/11)