3M Highland Vinyl Electrical Tape Data Sheet July 2011 Description 3M Highland Vinyl Electrical Tape is a flame-retardant, conformable, general purpose, 7-mil thick vinyl insulation tape. This tape has excellent resistance to abrasion, moisture, alkalis, acid, copper corrosion and varying weather conditions. It is a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) tape that has a high dielectric strength and provides excellent mechanical protection with minimum bulk. Agency Approvals & UL Listed, UL 510 Standard Insulating Tape (product category OANZ), File E129200 Self Certifications 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 Primary electrical insulation for all wire and cable splices rated up to 600 volts and 80C (176F) Primary electrical insulation for 600 volts bus applications and protective jacketing for low and high voltage bus Protective jacketing for high voltage cable splices and repairs Harnessing of wires and cables For indoor or outdoor applications For above or below ground applications 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 Properties Typical Value (Test Method ASTM D1000*) US units (metric) Color Black Thickness* 7 mils (0,177 mm) Temperature Rating, UL 510 80C (176F) Adhesion to Steel* 25 oz. /in. (2,74 N/10mm) Adhesion to Backing* 18 oz. /in. (1,97 N/10 mm) Breaking Strength* 15 lbs./in. (26 N/10 mm) Elongation* 175% Flammability UL 510 Pass 1 of 2 3 3M Highland Vinyl Electrical Tape Typical Properties, Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maximum. continued Properties measured at room temperature 73F (23C) unless otherwise stated. Electrical Properties Typical Value (Test Method ASTM D-1000*) US units Dielectric Breakdown* >1,200 V/mil 6 Insulation Resistance* > 10 Megohms Installation 3M Highland Vinyl Electrical Tape should be applied in half-lapped layers with sufficient tension to produce a uniform covering. In most applications, this tension will reduce the tapes width to approximately 5/8 of its original width. On pigtail splices, the tape shall be wrapped beyond the end of the wires and then folded back, leaving a protective cushion to resist cut-through. Wrap tape up-hill, taping from a smaller diameter surface to a larger diameter surface. Apply the tape with no tension on the last wrap to prevent flagging. DO NOT STRETCH THE LAST INCH OF APPLIED TAPE. Availability Please contact your local distributor available from 3M.com/electrical Where to Buy or call 1.800.245.3573. 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). Important Notice All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3Ms products are based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Any statements related to the product, which are not contained in 3Ms current publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order, shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of 3M. Warranty Limited Remedy This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture at the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER Limited Liability WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR 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. 3M and Highland are trademarks of 3M Company. 3 Electrical Markets Division 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 800.245.3573 Please recycle FAX: 800.245.0329 3M 2011 All rights reserved www.3M.com/electrical 78-8111-0897-2 B 2 of 2