Detectable Buried Barricade Tapes 400 Series
Data Sheet June 2010
Description
Scotch® Detectable Buried Barricade Tapes 400 Series are nominal 5-mil tapes,
constructed of a solid aluminum foil backi ng with a clear film laminate. The aluminum
backing helps make unde rground assets easier to loca te when using a non-ferrous
locator. These tapes are color-coded to meet or exceed the industry standards,
including the American Public Works As sociation (APWA).
Agency Approvals &
Self Certifications
Meets the requirements of:
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 2002/618/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.
Typical Properties
Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maximum.
Properties measured at room temperature 7 3°F (23°C) unless otherwise stated.
Physical Property (Test Method) Typical Value
US units (metric)
Color and Width Variable (see availability chart)
Thickness 5-mil
Length 1000 ft.
Maximum Detectable Burial Range* 2” – 6” to 12”
3” – 12” to 24”
6” – 22” to 30”
Tensile Strength at Break (ASTM D-882) 35 lbs/in (15,000 psi)
* The types of locators used have a direct input on the maximum detectable burial depth.
Specifications
The tape shall be of good manufacturing quality in terms of appearance. It shall
not gap or telescope more than 0.1 inches when stored at temperatures below
49°C. It must be flexible or not be stiff or brittle in applications ranging from below
0°C to about 38°C. The tape must be removable from the roll without difficulty.
The tape shall be smooth, uniform, an d free of defects and irregularities. The print
shall be uniform, free of visibly large voids and foreign materials, and the lettering
free of lumps. The warning words shall b e legible, correctly spelled and fully
printed. The ink shall be dry, firmly bonded to the substrate, and not transferable to
non-printed parts of the film.
Shelf Life & Storage
This product has a 5-year shelf life from date of manufacture when stored in a
humidity controlled storage (10°C/50°F to 27°C/80°F and <75% relative humidity).
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Availability
Please contact your local distributor; av ailable from 3M.com/electrical [Where to
Buy] or call 1-800-245-3573.
Product Text Length Color Thickness Width
Scotch 406 3 in.
Scotch 408 CAUTION BURIED ELECTRIC
LINE BELOW 1000 ft. Red 5-mil 6 in.
Scotch 407 3 in.
Scotch 409 CAUTION BURIED FIBER
OPTIC LINE BELOW 1000 ft. Orange 5-mil 6 in.
Scotch 410 3 in.
Scotch 411 CAUTION BURIED TELEPHONE
LINE BELOW 1000 ft. Orange 5-mil 6 in.
Scotch 412 3 in.
Scotch 413 CAUTION BURIED HIGH
VOLTAGE CABLE BELOW 1000 ft. Red 5-mil 6 in.
Scotch 414 3 in.
Scotch 415 CAUTION BURIED GAS LINE
BELOW 1000 ft. Yellow 5-mil 6 in.
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Remedy; Limited
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