3M Polyimide Film Electrical Tape 1205 Polyimide Film Tape with Acrylic Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Data Sheet October 2013 Description 3M Polyimide Film Electrical Tape 1205 is a 1-mil polyimide film backing with acrylic adhesive. Its acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive allows it to be used at 311F (155C), and it is UL 510 Flame Retardant. Like most insulated tapes, form 3M, Tape 1205 is available in standard and custom widths and lengths. The standard length is 36 yards, and can be cut to widths ranging from 1/4 to 23. Longer lengths up to several times normal length are possible, dependent upon width. Check with Customer Service. Agency Approvals UL recognized component listing not to exceed 155C (311F), Meets flame & Self Certifications retardant requirements of UL510, Product Category OANZ2, and 3M File No. E17385 UL File Number E17385 A and B, Guide OANZ2. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) recognized products have been evaluated for use as components of end-product equipment that is listed or classified by UL. To achieve Underwriters Laboratories recognition, component construction must meet UL specifications and conditions of acceptability for proper and safe use of the component or product. Product Category OANZ2, File E17385 RoHS 2011/65/EC RoHS 2011/65/E means that the product or part does not contain any of the substances in excess of the maximum concentration values (MCVs) in EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. The MCVs are by weight in homogeneous materials. This information represents 3M s knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole or in part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M Tape 1205 is used for high temperature electrical applications in which a tough, Applications thin insulating material is required for wrapping coils, transformers, capacitors, wire harnesses, and for anchoring leads / terminal boards. It also is used in printed circuit board assembly as a wave solder masking tape. Tape 1205 is a polyimide film with thermosetting acrylic pressure-sensitive Specifications adhesive. The tape shall be coated on one side with pressure-sensitive adhesive, which shall not require heat, moisture or other preparation prior to or subsequent to application. The adhesive coating shall be smooth and uniform and be free of lumps and bare spots. There shall be no separator between adjacent layers of the roll. The tape shall perform at a temperature of -40F (-40C) to 311F (155C) without substantial loss of tensile or electrical properties 1 of 2 3 3M Polyimide Film Electrical Tape 1205 Typical Properties Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maximum. Properties measured at room temperature 73F (23C) unless otherwise stated. Physical Property (Test Method) Typical Value (ASTM D1000 unless noted) US units (metric) Color Amber Adhesive Acrylic Backing Thickness 1.0 mils (0,025 mm) Overall Thickness 3.0 mils (0,076 mm) Tensile Strength 30 lbs / inch width (53 N / 10 mm) Elongation (% at break) 55% minimum Electrolytic Corrosion Factor 1.0 (3M internal test method) Adhesion to Steel 35 oz / inch width (3,8 N / 10 mm) Comparative Tracking Index CTI Group IIIb (IEC Method 112) Printable No Dielectric Breakdown > 7,500 V 6 Insulation Resistance > 1 x10 Ohms Shelf Life & Storage This product has a 5-year shelf life from date of manufacture when stored in a humidity controlled storage (10C/50F to 27C/80F and <75% relative humidity). Availability Please contact your local distributor available from 3M.com/electrical Where to Buy or call 1-800-676-8381. 3M is a trademark of 3M Company. 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If this product is defective within the warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3Ms option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from this 3M product, regardless of the legal theory asserted. M 3 Electrical Markets Division 6801 River Place Boulevard Austin, TX 78726-9000 800.676.8381 Please recycle Fax: 800.828.9329 3M 2013 All rights reserved www.3m.com/oem 78-8124-4706-4 Rev C Page 2 of 2