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Scotch 2242

Linerless Electrical Rubber Tape

Product Description

Scotch 2242 Electrical Tape is an

economical, general purpose, rubber

tape. The tape is a highly

conformable, linerless EPR (Ethylene

Propylene Rubber) based electrical

insulating tape. The tape is designed

for use in splicing and terminating

wires and cables rated up to 90°C.

The tape will meet industry

specifications for flame retardance

and has the necessary physical and

electrical properties to provide

immediate moisture seals and

void–free buildup.

Tape Features:

•Linerless, self–bonding, insulating

tape

•Ethylene propylene base

•Flame retardant

•Physical and electrical properties

unaffected by degree of stretch

•Uniform tape unwind from roll

•Small roll size (OD)

•Five year shelf life

•Stable over wide application

temperature range

•Weather Resistant

Applications

•Primary insulation for cable splices

and terminations

•Moisture–sealing and insulating

electrical connections

•Bus bar insulation

•Moisture–sealing of cable ends

•Motor leads

•Wire and cable jacket repair

Data: Physical and

Electrical Properties

Physical Properties

Color Black

Thickness 30 mils

ASTM D–4325 (0.762 mm)

Tensile Strength 250 psi

ASTM D–4325 (1.72 MPa)

Ultimate Elongation 1000 %

ASTM D–4325

Operating Temperature 90°C

ASTM D–4388 (194°F)

Emergency Overload 130°C

ASTM D–4388 (266°F)

Thermal Resistivity 300°C

3M Transient cm/watt

Ozone Resistance Passes

ASTM D–4388

Heat Resistance Passes

ASTM D–4388

UV Resistance Passes

ASTM D–4388

Flame Resistance Passes

IEEE Std 27–1974 ANSI

C37.20C 74

Electrical Properties

Dielectric Strength

ASTM D–4325 750 V/mil

Original (29.5 KV/mm)

ASTM D–4325 750 V/mil

24 hrs in H2O (29.5 KV/mm)

ASTM D–4325 730 V/mil

96 hrs @ 23°C (28.7 KV/mm)

96% RH

Volume Resistivity

ASTM D–4325

Original >1015 ohm–cm

Aged 96 hrs >1014 ohm–cm

@ 23°C 96% RH

Dielctric Constant

ASTM D–4325 3.5

1200 V @ 60 Hz 23°C

Dissipation Factor

ASTM D–4325 0.70%

1200 V @ 60 Hz 23°C

*This data is not to be used for

specifications. Values listed are for

typical properties and should not be

considered minimum or maximum.

Specifications

Product

The high–voltage corona resistant

tape must be supplied without a liner

and based on ethylene propylene

rubber and be capable of emergency

operating cable temperature of 130°C.

The tape must be capable of being

applied in either stretched or

unstretched conditions without

resulting in loss in either physical or

electrical properties. The tape must

not split, crack, slip or flag when

exposed to various environments

(indoors or outdoor). The tape must

be compatible with all synthetic cable

insulations and have a shelf life of

five years. The tape must be flame

retardant.

Engineering/Architectural

Splicing and terminating solid

dielectric cables shall be done in

accordance with drawings engineered

by the splice material manufacturer

such as the 2047 Series available from

the 3M company.

Installation Techniques

Scotch 2242 Electrical Tape should

be applied in successive half–lapped

level wound layers until desired

buildup is reached.

This tape should be applied like any

rubber tape: that is, the side of the

tape wrapped inside the roll should be

applied ouside on the splice. (Tacky

side up.) This will help prevent the

roll from getting progressively further

away from the work area.

To eliminate voids in critical areas,

highly elongate 2242 Tape. Stretch

tape in these critical areas just short of

the breaking point; doing so will not

alter its physical or electrical

properties. In less critical areas, less

elongation may be used. Normally

2242 Tape is stretched 3/4 of its

original width in these critical areas.

Always attempt to half–lap to produce

a uniform buildup.

Shelf Life

Scotch 2242 Electrical Tape has a

5–year shelf life (from date of

manufacture) when stored under the

following recommended storage

conditions. Store behind present

stock in a clean dry place at a

temperature of 70°F and 40 to 50%

relative humidity. Good stock

rotation is also recommended.

Availability

Scotch 2242 Electrical Tape is

available in 3/4 in. by 15 ft, and 1–1/2

in. by 15 ft rolls from your electrical

distributor.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PURCHASER:

All statements, technical information and

recommendations related to the Seller’s

products are based on information believed

to be reliable, but the accuracy or

completeness thereof is is not guaranteed.

Before utilizing the product, the user should

determine the suitability of the product for its

intended use. The user assumes all risks and

liability whatsoever in connection with such

use.

All statements or recommendations of the

seller which are not contained in the Seller’s

current publications shall have no force or

effect unless contained in an agreement

signed by an authorized officer of the Seller.

The statements contained herein are made in

lieu of all warranties express or implied,

including but not limited to the implied

warranties of merchantability and fitness for a

particular purpose which warranties are

hereby expressly disclaimed.

SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE

USER OR ANY OTHER PERSON UNDER

ANY LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT

LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT

LIABILITY, FOR ANY INJURY OR FOR ANY

DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

SUSTAINED OR INCURRED BY REASON

OF THE USE OF ANY OF THE SELLER’S

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Austin, TX 78726–9000

3M Electrical Products Division