Tapes and discs...heat resistant
tape is a very common masking technique that is often used.
Whether pre-cut to the desired size and shape or purchased
by the roll, tapes are a cost effective way to mask most parts.
Caution should be taken in the selection of the adhesive material
that the tape is made of. During the baking process
the tape's adhesive may also be baked on leaving an undesirable
gummy surface that would require a post cleaning operation.
Caps and Plugs...are
commercially available in a variety of shapes and sizes that
will withstand post bake temperatures up to 600 degrees.

Racking system...the
design and configuration of the racking system can often serve
as a masking device.
Air mask...a low
pressure blast of air can remove powder that is electrostatically
attracted to the ambient surface. This process must
be accomplished prior to the baking cycle.
Vacuum masking...can
be accomplished in much the same manner as the air method
described above. The advantages of this method
are a cleaner process and a sharper break line.
Foil wrap...can
hide the surfaces that do not require coating. This
application is desirable on many large surfaces that would
be difficult and timely to tape.
Other materials have been used such
a silicone rubber, wood, cardboard, magnets, spray on anti-stick
compounds, brush-on compounds, high temperature grease, hot
and cold dip plastisols, and a variety of others.