3M 01640 Cylinder Mount Build-Up Tape 1640 Clear 40 Mil 16 In x 50 Ft 12 Rolls Per Case

The 3M Cylinder Mount Build-Up Tape 1640 (01640) is a 40 mil (1.02 mm) single-coated, translucent vinyl tape engineered for flexographic printing applications. Designed with a non-compressible vinyl carrier and a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive, this tape builds up print cylinder or sleeve diameter to meet press undercut and pitch diameter requirements — without the need for costly new cylinders, gears, or sleeves.

This bulk case configuration includes 12 rolls, each measuring 16 inches wide by 50 feet long, making it an ideal supply for high-volume flexographic printing operations.

Key Features:

• 40 mil (1.02 mm) thickness — non-compressible vinyl carrier for precise, consistent build-up
• Pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive — engineered for reliable adhesion to print cylinders and sleeves
• Increases print repeat length for presses with 1/4"-pitch gear systems
• Enables use of thinner cushion-mount plate tapes, improving print quality without capital investment
• Reusable — leave on the cylinder and remount plate mounting tape for the next job
• Easy to cut and splice; removes cleanly without residue
• Translucent/clear construction for easy visual alignment
• Paper liner peels away cleanly to expose the adhesive surface
• Compatible with 3M Cushion-Mount Plus Plate Mounting Tape

Sold as a 12-roll bulk case, the 3M 1640 Cylinder Mount Build-Up Tape is the trusted choice for flexographic printers looking to maximize press versatility and print quality while minimizing downtime between jobs.