Vinyl Electrical Tape 35 Data Sheet July 2011 Description Scotch Vinyl Electrical Tape 35 is a 7 mil (0,178 mm) polyvinyl chloride (PVC) color- coding tape. Outstanding electrical and mechanical properties make this tape excellent for use in phase identification, color coding of motor leads and piping systems, and for marking safety areas. Scotch Tape 35 operates over a wide range of temperatures up to 221F (105C) applies smoothly and conforms well above 32F (0C). This tape is available in nine fade resistant colors. Agency UL Listed - UL 510 Standard Insulating Tape (product category OANZ), File E129200 Approvals & Self meets UL 510 labeling for flame-retardant for vinyl electrical tape. Certifications CSA Certification Standard. C22.2 No. 197-M1983 PVC Insulating Tape, File LR 48769. RoHS 2002/95/EC RoHS Compliant 2002/95/EC means that the product or part (Product) does not contain any of the substances in excess of the maximum concentration values in EU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unless the substance is in an application that is exempt under RoHS. This information represents 3Ms knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole or in part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M. Applications Color coding for phase identification, job identification and safety Insulating electrical wiring Protecting electrical conductors, motor leads and piping from moisture, alkalis, acids, corrosion, abrasion and weather Installation Apply in half-lapped layers with sufficient tension to conform and produce a uniform covering. In most applications, this tension will reduce the tape width to approximately 60% of its original width. On a pigtail splice, wrap the tape beyond the end of the wire and then fold back and over-wrap, leaving a protective cushion to resist cut-through. Wrap uphill, taping from a smaller diameter to a larger diameter surface. Apply the tape with no tension on the last wrap to prevent flagging. Specifications Scotch Tape 35 is based on polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and/or its copolymers and has a rubber-based, pressure-sensitive adhesive. The tape shall be 7 mils thick, and be UL Listed and marked per UL Standard 510 as Flame-Retardant. The tape shall be compatible with synthetic cable insulations, jackets and splicing compounds. The tape will remain stable and will not telescope more than 0.1 inches when maintained at temperatures below 122F (50C). 1 of 2 3 Scotch Vinyl Electrical Tape 35 Typical Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maximum. Properties Properties measured at room temperature 73F (23C) unless otherwise stated. Physical Property Typical Value (ASTM D1000, unless noted) US units (metric) Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, Red, Color(s) Violet, White, Yellow Adhesive Pressure-sensitive rubber Thickness 7 mils (0,178 mm) Continuous Operating Temperature (max) 221F (105C) Breaking Strength 17 lb/in (30,3 N/10 mm) Elongation (% at break) 225% Adhesion to Steel 20 oz/in (2,2 N/10 mm) Adhesion to Backing 20 oz/in (2,2 N/10 mm) Flagging 0.1 in (2,5 mm) Electrical Property Typical Value (ASTM D1000, unless noted) US units (metric) Voltage Rating (UL 510) 600 volts Dielectric Breakdown Standard condition 8,750 volts* Wet Condition (96 hrs 73.4F (23C) 7875 volts *Note: Dielectric strength 1250 V/mil 6 High Humidity Insulation Resistance > 1x 10 megohms Shelf Life & Scotch Vinyl Electrical Tape 35 has a 5-year shelf life from date of manufacture when Storage stored in a humidity controlled storage (10C/50F to 27C/80F and <75% relative humidity). 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Warranty Limited This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture at the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER Remedy Limited WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR Liability FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 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. Scotch is a registered trademark of 3M Company. 3 Electrical Markets Division 6801 River Place Boulevard Austin, TX 78726-9000 800-245-3573 Please recycle Fax: 800.245.0329 3M 2011 All rights reserved www.3M.com/electrical 78-8124-4858-3 E 2 of 2