Vinyl Electrical Insulation Tape

This tape should not be used where bare wire is exposed.

Vinyl electrical insulation tape.

When working on the job you may hear the older electricians call out for some 33 if they need to re insulate a nicked wire. Scotch vinyl insulation tape 22 is a premium grade heavy duty 10 mil vinyl electrical tape. Electrical tape or insulating tape is a type of pressure sensitive tape used to insulate electrical wires and other materials that conduct electricity it can be made of many plastics but vinyl is most popular as it stretches well and gives an effective and long lasting insulation electrical tape for class h insulation is made of fiberglass cloth. Vinyl electrical tapes are often 5 to 7 mil.

Thick 7 mil is most common in the u s. This is the most common go to tape in the electrical industry. Designed for insulation applications that require greater mechanical strength and abrasion resistance. It is used to protect wire connections and repair minor wire damage.

Electrical tape insulates electrical wires preventing shorts and protecting against electrical shock. 3m electrical tapes and mastics. With a strong flexible pvc backing and excellent insulating properties 3m vinyl electrical tapes withstand moisture abrasion corrosion alkalis and acids. The flame retardant tape withstands a temperature range of 0 to 221 degrees f 18 to 105 degrees c.

Thicker premium vinyl electrical tapes are typically used as primary low voltage insulation. It is pressure sensitive and is applied by slightly stretching the tape as it s wrapped around wires. The 3m super 33 is a top quality premium grade vinyl electrical insulating tape. Electrical insulation tape assorted colors each roll is 0 6 x 50 viaky high end industrial grade rated to 176 degrees 600 volts waterproof vinyl insulating backing 6 color 4 7 out of 5 stars 24.

The thinner general purpose tapes are often used for bundling and harnessing cables. Protect seal and mark applications in the construction and. Scotch super 33 tape is a 7 mil thick premium grade all weather vinyl electrical tape that is designed to provide electrical insulation for cable splices up to 600v. Electrical tape is an essential component of any installation repair and manufacturing project.

Provides moisture resistant electrical and mechanical protection.