Masking Knowledge Base
Articles and technical references on silicone plugs, caps, masking tapes and custom masking for industrial surface finishing.
Masking by Process
Articles on masking methods and materials for industrial coating and surface-treatment processes.
- Powder coating
Masking for powder coating
Plan material and application choices for powder coating, including heat, geometry and clean removal.
- Electroplating
Masking for electroplating
Choose masking for plating chemistry and prevent under-mask deposition with controlled application.
- Anodizing
Masking for anodizing
Select masking for the full anodizing sequence, considering chemistry, sealing and part features.
- E-coating
Masking for e-coating
Match masks to immersion, electrical deposition and curing, then validate the chosen approach.
- Wet painting
Masking for wet spray painting
Choose tapes, films, caps or die-cuts for wet spray coatings, solvents and clean paint lines.
- Thermal Spray
Masking for Thermal Spray Coating
Select and apply masking materials for plasma and thermal spray coating, including multilayer tape and precision shadow masks.
Masking by Application
Articles on masking holes, external features, flat faces and complex component geometries.
- Studs, pins & shafts
Choosing silicone caps
Select silicone cap types and fit them to studs, pins, shafts or pipe ends.
- Complex geometry
When standard masks are not enough
Assess when geometry, sealing requirements and process conditions call for a custom masking solution.
- Industry Applications
Masking Applications Across Industries
See how masking protects defined surfaces in automotive, aerospace, electronics, medical, and industrial finishing.
- Precision masking
Custom Die-Cuts for Precise Masking
Custom die-cuts enable repeatable masking of complex parts in high-volume production.
Selection & Practical Guides
Articles on product selection, correct sizing, adhesive residue and efficient masking workflows.
- Plug & cap sizing
Sizing silicone plugs and caps
Measure holes, studs and shafts, then size silicone plugs and caps for secure masking.
- Adhesive residue
Preventing masking tape residue
Trace adhesive residue to tape choice, dwell, heat or surface conditions and prevent it before removal.
- Workflow
Practical masking best practices
Standardize planning, application, removal and review steps to improve masking consistency and efficiency.
- Tape selection
Choose masking tape for your process
Compare tape materials, adhesives and process demands to choose the right masking tape.
- Selection Guide
How to Choose Silicone Masking Plugs
Compare plug types, dimensions and process checks for masking holes, threads and cavities.
- High-Temperature Masking
Polyimide Tape for High-Temperature Masking
Learn where polyimide tape fits high-temperature masking and which process conditions require checking.
- Masking Basics
Choosing Industrial Masking Solutions
Learn how to match masking materials and component geometry to surface-treatment processes and production requirements.
- Sizing Guide
Choose Silicone Cap Size
Learn how to size silicone caps for a snug fit on studs, bolts, pins and tube ends.
- Sizing guide
Sizing Silicone Pull Plugs
Learn how to measure hole diameter and select silicone pull plugs for powder coating, KTL, anodizing, or plating.
- Practical Guide
Speed Up Masking Operations
Five practical ways to standardize masking, reduce handling and check changes on the real application.
- Selection and Fit
Selecting Silicone Plugs and Caps
Choose silicone plugs and caps by feature geometry, masking boundary, dimensions and finishing process.
Engineering References
Reference charts for thread dimensions, fits, tolerances, surface roughness, coating thickness and process temperatures.
- Surface texture
Surface roughness: Ra, Rz and N grades
Use Ra, Rz and N-grade references to specify and inspect functional surface texture.
- Anodizing thickness
Anodizing layer thickness
Plan aluminium anodizing thickness, dimensions, sealing and inspection against the relevant type and class.
- Powder cure
Powder coating cure time and temperature
Use PMT-based cure schedules and profiling to validate powder coating cure beyond oven air temperature alone.
- Fits & tolerances
ISO fits and tolerances
Select ISO 286 fit systems and tolerance grades with examples for holes and shafts.
- Thread dimensions
Thread dimensions and tap drill sizes
Look up metric, UNC, UNF and BSP dimensions plus tap drills when planning threaded features and masking plugs.