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SKU 7100319439
Legacy SKU 70007560124
UPC 00068060006479
Product Number L1820

3M Cushion-Mount Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820 with easy mount adhesive is designed for mounting flexographic print plates to cylinders or sleeves. This blue flexographic plate mounting sticky back foam tape provides high quality firm combination print.

  • 0.020 inch (0.51 mm) double coated firm density blue foam tape
  • Designed to be easily removed from ink contaminated print plates
  • Ideal for printing combinations of solids and process with halftone dots
  • Securely bonds flexographic photopolymer plate to print sleeve or steel cylinder to prevent plate edge lifting during printing
  • Air release feature allows air to escape from between the tape and cylinder/sleeve and between tape and plate
  • Blue color indicates firm density foam
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On it's way to you Mid February, 2025  

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Thickness 20 mil 0.508 mm
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Weight 15.984 lb
Length 19.3748 in
Width 8.3748 in
Height 8.75 in
Color Blue

PRODUCT FAQ

  1. What are the key features of the 3M™ Cushion-Mount™ Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820?

    The 3M™ Cushion-Mount™ Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820 is a blue foam mounting tape that provides excellent cushioning and adhesion for plate mounting applications. It is 20 mil thick and comes in a roll measuring 18 inches by 36 yards.

  2. How many rolls come in a case of the 3M™ Cushion-Mount™ Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820?

    Each case of the 3M™ Cushion-Mount™ Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820 contains one roll, which measures 18 inches by 36 yards.

  3. Is the adhesive on this plate mounting tape permanent or removable?

    The adhesive on the 3M™ Cushion-Mount™ Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820 is designed to provide strong, permanent bonding between plates and cylinders.

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Bubble Free Flexographic Plate Mounting

An air release feature with plate side adhesive technology allows 3M Cushion-Mount Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820 to be easily removed even in the presence of ink contaminates on flexographic print plates. This double coated firm density blue foam tape, measuring 0.020 inch (0.51 mm), is specifically designed for printing combinations of solids and process with halftone dots. It securely bonds the flexographic photopolymer plate to the print sleeve or steel cylinder, preventing plate edge lifting during printing. Notably, this flexographic plate mounting tape has excellent resistance to lifting on press and is tolerant to ink contaminates, allowing for easy and clean plate removal.

Recommended Applications
  • Mounting photopolymer plates to flexographic printing cylinders and sleeves
  • Used in combination, process, and solid printing processes
  • 3M sticky back tapes are designed for wide-web presses to print film or paper for the flexible packaging industry

3M Cushion-Mount Plus Plate Mounting Tape L1820 is constructed with engineered acrylic adhesives specifically for 20 mil applications. The adhesive on the linered (plate) side of the tape is designed for mounting photopolymer plates. Easy plate removal from the tape may result in less worker fatigue and plate damage. The adhesive on the non-linered (sleeve/cylinder) side is designed for mounting to flexographic printing cylinders or sleeves, providing easy application at mounting and clean removal when demounting.

On Easy with Reduced Air Entrapment

Unlike flat or pebbled liners, E-Series liners are crosshatched. This imprints unique microchannels into the adhesive that allow air to flow throughout the adhesive. As a result, air bubbles disappear from between the tape and plate, as well as between the tape and cylinder or sleeve, ensuring virtually bubble-free mounting. Setup is faster with smoother surfaces for cleaner print quality and higher productivity. The adhesive maintains tight contact with reduced edge lifting.

Understanding Flexographic Plate Mounting Tapes

3M flexographic plate mounting tapes are highly engineered to provide very tight caliper tolerance, allowing flexographic printers to use tape from different manufacturing lots while maintaining tight print registration. The compressible foam can withstand long and high-speed print runs.

Keep the Presses Running and your Customers Coming Back

For decades, 3M products have been at work in paper mills and printing plants, helping to improve the quality of the work that goes out and the efficiency of how it gets done. From paper web splicing to plate mounting and packaging the finished job, you can rely on 3M for solutions and service throughout your operation.

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