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1. 3M 616 Ruby Red Lithographer's Tape, 0.5" width x 5yd length (1 roll)
Feature
Pin-hole free backing to provide continuous opacity to light source to help minimize retouching.Used for Opaquing, stripping and edging; splicing.
Resists affects of changing atmospheric conditions to allow repeated and extended "burn" times.
Ruby Red UPVC film backing to allow accurate positioning. Low caliper backing to minimize ghosting and provide sharper definition.
Firm adhesive which is long aging and resistant to softening to resist oozing during application and storage.
2. 3M Lithographers Tape 616 Ruby Red, 1/2 in x 72 yd 2.4 mil
Feature
Optically transparent, qualified to meet MIL-T-40620AGraphic arts
Photo-splicing, film splicing, negative splicing, opaquing, stripping, edging, light blocking, prepass stripping
Ruby Red UPVC film backing to allow accurate positioning
Resists effects of changing atmospheric conditions to allow repeated and extended burn times
Low caliper backing to minimize ghosting and provide sharper definition
Pin-hole free backing to provide continuous opacity to light source to help reduce minimize retouching
Firm, long-aging adhesive which is resistant to softening to resist oozing during applications and storage
Description
3M(TM) Lithographers Tape 616 Ruby Red, 2.4 mil (0.06 mm) UPVC film tape with rubber adhesive. Is optically transparent and photographically opaque. Used for many lithographic stripping applications in the graphic arts industry.3. 2pk HIGHEST QUALITY .75" 3/4" Opaque Ruby Red Lithographers Tape UPVC Film Photography Splicing Graphic Arts Rubylith Tape 72yd
Feature
Ruby Red UPVC Film Backing to allow to allow accurate positioning and to eliminate ghostingPerfect size for delicate and precision crafting and definition
Resists effects of changing atmospheric conditions to allow repeated and extended "burn" times
Pin-hole free backing to provide continuous opacity to light source to reduce and minimize retouchin
Firm long-lasting adhesive which resists aging, softening, and oozing during storage
Description
Ruby Red Lithographers Tape
Block light from sensitive graphic art and printing materials with "rubylith" tape. Uses Include photo-splicing, film splicing, negative splicing, opaquing, stripping, edging, light blocking, prepass stripping, etc.
Lithographers Tape is a Ruby Red 2.4 mil unplasticized UPVC film tape with a rubber adhesive. The low caliper, pin-hole free, colored backing alolows for accurate positioning while minimizing ghosting and simultaneously providing sharper definition with a continuous opacity to light to help minimize retouching.
This tape is resistant to changing atmostpheric conditions which allows for repeated and extended burn times. It is designed with a firm, long-aging, rubber adhesive that is resistant to softening. It resists oozing during both application and storage, ensuring a long life and continued performance during processes.
Other uses: Crafts & Hobbies, Toy making, Scrapbooking, Home Inspections, LED light covering, Bundling light items, Yard Sales for pricing, Mark stains on clothing for dry cleaners, the possibilities are endless.
4. 3M 616 0.5" x 0.5"-5 Lithographers Tape, 0.5" x 0.5" (Pack of 5)
Feature
Suitable for splicing, opaquing, stripping, and edgingOptically transparent, photographically opaque
Resists effects of changing atmospheric conditions to allow repeated and extended "burn" times
Low caliper, "pin-hole" free backing
Long aging, firm adhesive resists oozing during application and storage
Description
TapeCase Lithographers Tape-Converted from 3M 616, is a ruby red 2.4 mil lithographers tape constructed with a UPVC backing and a long aging firm rubber adhesive that resists oozing during application and storage. This tape is optically transparent yet photographically opaque to allow for excellent handling and definition. This product resists the effects of changing atmospheric conditions and will allow for repeated and extended "burn" times.5. 3m UPVC Lithographers Tape, Rubber Adhesive, 2.40 mil Thick, 1" X 5 yd., Black, 1 EA 1-5-616 - 1 Each
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USADescription
Lithographers Tape, Tape Backing Material UPVC, Tape Adhesive Rubber, Tape Thickness 2.40 mil, Tape Width 1 In., Tape Length 5 yd., Tape Shape Continuous Roll, Tape Color Black, Max. Tape Performance Temp. 120 Degrees F, Tape Tensile Strength 29 lb./in., Tape Adhesive Strength 36 oz./in., Series 616, Standards ASTM D5486 Type 1 and 2, CIDA-A-1830B, MIL-T-40620A6. 3M Scotch 616 Lithographers Tape: 1/4 in. x 72 yds. (Ruby Red)
Description
3M(TM) Lithographers Tape 616 Ruby Red, 2.4 mil (0.06 mm) UPVC film tape with rubber adhesive. Is optically transparent and photographically opaque. Used for many lithographic stripping applications in the graphic arts industry.7. 3M Scotch 616 Lithographers Tape: 1/2 in. x 72 yds. (Ruby Red)
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Unit of Measure = RollsDescription
3M(TM) Lithographers Tape 616 Ruby Red, 2.4 mil (0.06 mm) UPVC film tape with rubber adhesive. Is optically transparent and photographically opaque. Used for many lithographic stripping applications in the graphic arts industry.8. Crafters Workshop Day to Day Washi Tape, 12-Yard, Full Bloom
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DOODLEBUG-Day To Day Washi Tape; Great for all your crafting needsThis package contains twelve yards (15mm wide) of slightly transparent washi tape
Personalize every project with stickers! This package contains one 5x5 inch sheet with sports-theme stickers
Description
DOODLEBUG-Day To Day Washi Tape. Great for all your crafting needs! This package contains twelve yards (15mm wide) of slightly transparent washi tape. Coordinates with other items in this collection each sold separately. Imported.9. 3M Lithographers Tape 616 Ruby Red, 1 in x 72 yd 2.4 mil (Pack of 1)
Feature
Optically transparent, qualified to meet MIL-T-40620AGraphic arts
Photo-splicing, film splicing, negative splicing, opaquing, stripping, edging, light blocking, prepass stripping
Ruby Red UPVC film backing to allow accurate positioning
Resists effects of changing atmospheric conditions to allow repeated and extended burn times
Low caliper backing to minimize ghosting and provide sharper definition
Pin-hole free backing to provide continuous opacity to light source to help reduce minimize retouching
Firm, long-aging adhesive which is resistant to softening to resist oozing during applications and storage
Description
3M(TM) Lithographers Tape 616 Ruby Red, 2.4 mil (0.06 mm) UPVC film tape with rubber adhesive. Is optically transparent and photographically opaque. Used for many lithographic stripping applications in the graphic arts industry.10. Lithographers Tape 616, 1/4" x 72 yd., 2.4 mil
Feature
Ruby Red UPVC film backing to allow accurate positioningResists effects of changing atmospheric conditions to allow repeated and extended burn times
Low caliper backing to minimize ghosting and provide sharper definition
Pin-hole free backing to provide continuous opacity to light source to help reduce minimize retouching
Firm, long-aging adhesive which is resistant to softening to resist oozing during applications and storage