3M™ 616 Lithographers Tape, Ruby Red 19 mm x 66 m thickness 0,07mm
3M™ 616 Lithographic Tape, 19 mm wide, is designed for graphic arts, masking, and UV screening, as well as ink adhesion testing in pad and screen printing.
It is ruby red in color, photo-opaque to UV rays but optically clear for easy application. It is composed of a UPVC backing and a rubber resin adhesive, for a total thickness of 0.06 mm.
19 mm x 66 m roll

3M™ 616 Lithographic Tape, 19 mm, for Pad Printing and Masking
3M™ 616 Lithographic Tape (19 mm), a transparent ruby red, is ideal for graphic arts applications, UV-opaque masking, and pad printing.
The 19 mm x 66 m roll size is ideal for applications requiring high accuracy and control during preparation, detailed work, and where high positioning precision is required.
It is particularly used for:
- Masking negatives
- Graphic processing
- Assembly and joining of small components
In the screen and pad printing industry, it is often used for tear testing.
Technical Features and Benefits
UV Opacity
The UPVC backing is free of micro-holes and provides consistent opacity from light sources, allowing for perfect masking.
Visual Transparency
The ruby red tape is transparent, allowing for precise positioning over underlying details and graphics.
Dimensional Stability
It easily adapts to flat and slightly curved surfaces, facilitating application even on complex components.
High-Visibility Ruby Red Color
Improves identification of the masked area during printing, processing, and quality control operations.
Easy Application and Removal
Designed to streamline production processes, helping reduce preparation and cleanup time.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
| Type | Single-sided tape |
| Backing | UPVC (Unplasticized Polyvinylchloride) film |
| Adhsive | Rubber resin |
| Color | Ruby red |
| Total thinckness | 0,07 mm |
| Maximum operating temperature | 49 ºC |
| Tensile strenght | 50.8 N/cm (29 lb/in) |
| Adhesion strenght | 3.9 N/cm (36 oz/in) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Does 3M™ 616 leave residue after removal?
Q: What color is 3M™ 616?
Q: When is the best time to choose 3M™ 616 19 mm?
Data sheet
- Brand
- 3M
- Format (width x length)
- 19 mm x 66 m
- Thickness
- 0.07mm
- Colour
- Ruby Red
- Units per package
- 48
- EAN-Code
- 00021200034725
- Type of price
- per roll
- Status
- B