tesa® 5012 is a high-performance masking tape featuring a slightly creped paper backing coated with a natural rubber adhesive. It provides strong adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces and is designed for spray painting applications involving elevated drying temperatures. The tape offers excellent conformability, high tear resistance, clean paint edges, and residue-free removal after cooling. It is hand-tearable, resistant to wet sanding, and provides excellent paint anchorage. The product withstands temperatures up to 120°C (248°F) for 60 minutes or 130°C (266°F) for 30 minutes and is suitable for repeated oven drying cycles as well as demanding transportation industry applications.