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Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88

Data Sheet July 2011

Description

Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88 is a premium grade, 8.5-mil thick, all-weather

vinyl insulating tape. It is designed to perform continuously in ambient temperatures

up to 105°C (220°F). The tape is confor mable for cold weather applications down to

-18°C (0°F). It has excellent resistance to abrasion, moisture, alkalies, acids,

corrosion and varying weather conditio ns. The combination of elastic backing an d

aggressive adhesive provides moisture-tight electrical and mechanical protection with

minimum bulk. Scotch® Tape Super 88 is an Un derwriters’ Laboratories Listed and

Canadian Standards Association Certified “Insulating Tape.”

Agency Approvals &

Self Certifications

UL Listed; UL 510 Standard “Insulating Tape” (product category OANZ), File E129200

CSA Certification; Standard C22.2 No. 197-M1983 “PVC Insulating Tape,” File

LR48769

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 3M’s

knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole or in part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.

Tape Features

 Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) backing

 Pressure-sensitive rubber-based adhesive

 Compatible with solid dielectric cable insulations

 Compatible with rubber and synthetic sp licing compounds, as well as epoxy and

polyurethane resins

 Inhibits corrosion of electrical conductors

 For indoor or outdoor applications

Applications

 Primary electrical insulatio n for all wire and cable splices rated up to 600 volts and

105°C (220°F )

 Primary electrical insulation for 600 -volt bus applications, and protective jacketing

for high- and low-voltage b us

 Protective jacketing for high-voltage cable splices and repai rs

 Harnessing of wires and cables

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Typical Properties

Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maxi mum.

Properties measured at room temperature 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise stated .

Physical Property

(Test Method ASTM D-1000*) Typical Value

US units (metric)

Color Black

Thickness* 8.5 mils (0,22 mm)

Adhesion to Steel*

22ºC (72ºF)

-18ºC (0ºF)

28 oz./in. (3,0 N/10 mm)

60 oz./in. (6,5 N/10 mm)

Adhesion to Backing*

22ºC (72ºF)

-18ºC (0ºF)

28 oz./in. (3,0 N/10 mm)

60 oz./in. (6,5 N/10 mm)

Breaking Strength*

22ºC (72ºF)

20 lbs./in. (35 N/10 mm)

Ultimate Elongation*

22ºC (72ºF)

-18ºC (0ºF)

250%

100%

Flagging* < 0.1 in. (2,5 mm)

Telescoping

24 hrs. W 50ºC (120ºF)

< 0.1 in. (2,5 mm)

Flammability (Maximum)

UL 510

Pass

Electrical Property

(Test Method ASTM D-1000*) Typical Value

US units (metric)

Dielectric Breakdow n*

Standard condition

High Humidity Condition

10,000 volts

90% of Standard

Insulation Resistance*

(High Humidity Method) > 1x 106 Megohms

Product

Specifications

Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88 is based on polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and/or its

copolymers, and has a rubber-base d, pressure-sensitive adhesive. The tape shall be

8.5 mils thick, and be UL Listed and marked p er UL Standard 510 as “Flame-

Retardant and Cold Resist ant.” The tape must be applied at temperatures ranging

from 0°F through 100°F (-18°C through 38°C), without loss of physical propertie s. It

shall be compatible with synthetic cable insulations, jackets and splicing compo unds.

Scotch® Tape Super 88 will remain stable and will not telescope more than 0.1 inches

when maintained at temperatures below 120°F (50° C).

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Engineering/

Architectural

Specifications

Primary electrical insulation (branch wiring in wet or dry locations): All splices

600-volt wire rated 105°C (220°F) and below shall be insulated with a minimum of two

half-lapped layers of Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88. All co nnectors having

irregular surf aces shall be padded with 3M™ Scotchfil™ Electrical Insulation Putty or

Scotch® Linerless Rubber Splicing Tape 130C prior to insulating with this tape.

Mechanical Protection (outer jacketing)

All rubber and thermoplastic insulating high voltage power cable tape splices and

repairs shall be over wrapped with at least two half-lapped layers of Scotch® Tape

Super 88.

Installation

Techniques

Scotch® Tape Super 88 shall be applied in half-lapped layers with sufficient tension to

produce a uniform wind (for most applica tions this tension will re duce the tape’s 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.

Availability

Please contact your local distributor; av ailable 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 (10° C/50ºF to 27°C/80ºF and <75% relative humidity).

Important Notice

All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3M’s 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 3M’s 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;

Limited Liability

This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture at the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER

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 3M’s 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, Scotch and Scotchfil are trademarks of 3M Company.

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