Tamiya Masking Tape 3mm

87208 Tamiya Masking Tape 3mm

Overview

Tamiya Masking Tape 3mm is a precision-width tape designed for clean, accurate masking on model surfaces. With strong adhesion and a thin 0.08mm profile, it follows curves and uneven shapes easily—perfect for canopies, windows, fine trims, and multi-tone paint jobs.

Specifications

• Brand: Tamiya
• Type: Precision Masking Tape
• Width: 3mm
• Length: 18m
• Thickness: 0.08mm
• Features:
  • Ultra-thin and flexible for curved surfaces
  • Strong adhesion for crisp, sharp edges
  • Protective plates on both sides prevent distortion and dust
  • Plastic core reduces debris vs. paper cores
  • Ideal width for slightly broader precision masking

Recommended For

• Builders masking car windows, aircraft canopies, armor lines, or markings
• Airbrush users requiring consistent, clean edges
• Multi-layer paint work needing tight yet visible masking width
• Anyone who finds 2mm too narrow and 6mm too wide

Personal Note (From Ah Chong)

The 3mm version is my go-to for general precision masking—still narrow enough for curves, but with better coverage when painting armor plates or car body trims.