High temperature masking tape and dots are ideal for masking gold fingers of printed circuit boards during wave solder or solder dip process, as well as for solder wave masking and electrical insulation.
This high temperature tape is a polyimide, pressure sensitive, adhesive tape with silicon resin, which shows excellent dielectric insulation properties, high heat resistance and excellent solvent resistance. These properties result in a tape with remarkable dimensional stability and excellent electrical and physical properties over a wide range of temperatures.
High temperature masking dots are composed of a polyimide film masking dots with silicone adhesive on a clear easy release liner. High temperature masking dots are both flame and chemical resistant.
This product is neither corrosive nor ozone depleting and is both flame and chemical resistant.
Key Features of ESD-Safe Tapes
✔ Static-Dissipative or Conductive – Prevents static accumulation (surface resistance typically 10⁴–10¹¹ Ω/sq).
✔ Low Outgassing & Non-Corrosive – Safe for cleanroom and PCB environments.
✔ Peelable Adhesive – Leaves no sticky residue on sensitive surfaces.
✔ Available in Multiple Forms:
Masking tape (for temporary protection)
Double-sided tape (for component mounting)
Cloth adhesive tape (stronger hold)
Polyimide/Kapton® tape (high-temp ESD-safe versions)
Common Types & Applications
1. ESD-Safe Polyimide (Kapton®) Tape
Usage: PCB masking, flexible circuits, high-temp applications.
Temp Resistance: Up to 260°C–300°C.
Static Dissipation: Surface resistance 10⁹–10¹² Ω/sq (varies by brand).
Example Products:
3M™ 9713 ESD Polyimide Tape
Tesa® 62630 (Black ESD Kapton Tape)
2. ESD-Safe Foam or Cloth Tape
Usage: Grounding pads, component cushioning, anti-slip mounting.
Example: 3M™ 9719 ESD Conductive Foam Tape.
3. ESD-Safe Masking Tape
Usage: Temporary holding, protecting PCBs during soldering.
Example: Aremco® 620-C ESD-Safe Masking Tape.
4. ESD-Safe PET/PVC Tape
Usage: Light insulation, bundling wires, ESD-safe labeling.
Example: Tesa® 61395 (PET-based, ESD-safe).
Technical Considerations