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Contents 3M™ Insulating and Conductive Tapes are made from a broad range of backings and adhesives to meet the demanding requirements of different applications and environments. Extensive quality control and testing, combined with accurate process controls, are just part of the reason that 3M consistently provides high quality products. 3M™ Electrical Tapes p. 2 Glass Cloth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Filament Reinforced . . .
3M™ Electrical Tapes Glass Cloth 3M offers exceptionally flexible and conformable glass cloth backings on the market with high-temperature resistance and tensile strength. With excellent absorption of resins and varnishes plus cut-through and edge-tear resistance, they are ideal for holding and strapping applications up to 200°C. Available with three (3) adhesive systems: aggressive thermosetting rubber resin, solvent-resistant acrylic and hightemperature silicone.
Filament Reinforced Filament tapes are designed for applications needing both the dielectric strength of polyester film and the high mechanical strength of glass fibers. They offer the ultimate in low stretch, high tensile and edge-tear resistance for a more cost-effective solution to glass cloth tapes. Excellent for anchoring lead wires to banding coils and end-turn taping. A special paper-backed filament tape is available for high-voltage oil-filled distribution transformer use.
3M™ Electrical Tapes Acetate Cloth These aesthetically pleasing acetate cloth tapes offer excellent conformability in coil-wrapping applications up to 105°C plus excellent absorption of electrical insulating resins and varnishes. Paper Paper tapes provide good cushioning, puncture resistance and toughness. Great for use as coil cover on bobbinwound coil. Both available with one (1) adhesive system: aggressive rubber resin. Thermosetting Rubber 3M™ Acetate Cloth Tape 11 28 Black.
Epoxy Film 3M has been vital to the development of epoxy film tapes. These offer solder and puncture resistance, high dielectric strength, conformability and UL recognition for flame retardancy at temperatures up to 155° C. 3M Epoxy Film Tapes are designed to require fewer wraps to meet dielectric requirements, compared to typical glass cloth tapes. Their versatility can help reduce your tape inventory.
3M™ Electrical Tapes Polyester Film 3M offers a variety of polyester tapes for insulating applications requiring a thin, durable tape with high dielectric strength. They can withstand higher-temperature conditions than tapes with acetate cloth backings. They are also conformable, exhibit excellent chemical, solvent and moisture resistance and resist cut-through and abrasion.
Thermosetting Rubber 3M™ Polyester Film Tape 54 56 57 58 74 75 1-mil film. General purpose polyester tape. Clear. 1-mil film. General purpose polyester tape. Yellow. 2-mil film version of 56. Thicker, higher dielectric. Yellow. 2-mil film version of 54. Thicker, higher dielectric. Clear. 0.5-mil film. Thin for coil applications where space is at a premium. 1-mil film. Coated on both sides. For use in bonding applications requiring a double positive insulation barrier.
3M™ Electrical Tapes Polyimide Film 3M Polyimide Film tapes are specially designed for high-temperature applications requiring a thin puncture-resistant backing. The physical and electrical properties of polyimide remain stable when used in such applications as coils, harnesses and capacitors, that are subjected to extreme temperatures. Available with two (2) adhesive systems: solvent-resistant acrylic and high-temperature silicone. Silicone Acrylic 92 1093 1205 1218 1-mil film.
Composite Film 3M Composite Film Tapes are excellent for general purpose insulation, anchoring, and banding in motors and transformers. They combine the high dielectric strength and edge-tear resistance of polyester film and nonwoven polyester mat for a conformable product with great puncture resistant and electrical properties. Available in a variety of thicknesses and with two (2) adhesive systems: aggressive rubber resin and solvent-resistant acrylic.
3M™ Electrical Tapes PTFE Film Thin high-temperature PTFE tapes are used in applications requiring consistent performance and minimum shrinkage across a wide range of temperatures. They are extremely resistant to chemicals, have high arc resistance, are free of carbonizing materials and are great for non-stick applications. Great for use on high-temperature coils, capacitors, and wire harnesses. Available with two (2) adhesive systems: solvent-resistant acrylic and high-temperature silicone.
Vinyl Scotch®, 3M™ Tartan™ and 3M™ Temflex™ Vinyl Electrical Tapes combine the flexibility of a PVC backing with excellent electrical insulating properties, high dielectric strength, and resistance to moisture, UV rays, abrasion, corrosion, alkalies and acids. (Their rubber-based adhesive performs well over a range of temperatures). Fade-resistant vinyl comes in a range of colors for marking.
3M™ Conductive and EMI Shielding Tapes 3M™ EMI Shielding Tapes are designed for applications requiring reliable point-to-point electrical contact, particularly EMI/RFI shielding, grounding and static charge draining. The tapes are easily die-cut and have a multitude of uses in electrical design and test laboratories for prototyping, design and troubleshooting.
Conductive-through-adhesive 3M™ Conductive/ Shielding Tape 1245 Conductive adhesive 1267 1345 CN-3190 X-7001 2191FR Anti-corrosion, metallized nonwoven fabric, acrylic adhesive. Anticorrosion, metallized rip-stop polyester fabric, acrylic adhesive both sides. Anticorrosion, metallized nonwoven rip-stop fabric, acrylic adhesive. Embossed copper foil, acrylic adhesive.2 Embossed aluminum foil, acrylic adhesive.2 Embossed tin-plated foil, acrylic adhesive.
Tape Construction Smooth foil backings with conductive adhesive Smooth foil backing with nonconductive adhesive 3M EMI Shielding Tapes 1170 (aluminum), 1181 (copper) and 1183 (tin-plated copper) are smoothbacked foil tapes that establish secure electrical contact with the application surface by means of a unique adhesive. Broadly distributed conductive particles in the adhesive provide a multitude of low-resistance paths between the backing and the substrate.
3M™ Specialty Tapes These tapes have a multitude of uses in component design and manufacturing as well as to support the insulation of components. General Use/Antistatic Miscellaneous 40 40PR 1157R General-use utility tape, 1-mil clear polyester film backing, anti-static conductive polymer adhesive. General-use utility tape, 1-mil clear polyester film backing, anti-static conductive polymer adhesive. With preprinted static symbol.
Industry Specifications Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tapes / 3M™ Tartan™ and 3M Temflex™ Vinyl Electrical Tapes UL Listed in UL File E129200, Product Category OANZ Specification 3M™ and Scotch® Tape Number UL 510 – For use as electrical insulation up to 600 volts and 80°C 22, Super 33+™, 35, Super 88, 1700 Flame Retardancy – The following tapes meet 22, Super 33+™, 35, Super 88, 1700 the flame retardancy requirements of UL 510 Type PVC Insulating Tape PVC Insulating Tape CSA Certified in CSA File LR4876
3M™ and Scotch® Electrical Tapes Military Specification Previously Known As 3M™ and Scotch® Tape Number Type A-A-59770A (Type MFT 2.5) MIL-15126F 54, 56 Polyester Film A-A-59770A (Type MFT 3.5) MIL-15126F 57, 58 Polyester Film A-A-59770A (Type MF 2.
About 3M™ Insulating and Conductive Tapes Recommended Thermosetting Time & Temperatures for Adhesive Systems Time Rubber-Resin Acrylic Silicon 1 hour 150°C (300°F) 150°C (300°F) – 2 hours 135°C (275°F) 135°C (275°F) – 3 hours 120°C (250°F) 120°C (250°F) 260°C (500°F) 24 hours – – 260°C (500°F) (for maximum solvent resistance) Tape Adhesives Thermosetting Rubber (RT): Thermosetting rubber adhesives have high initial adhesion and electrical purity.
Slitting ISO Registration Precision slitting ± 0.005" (0.127 mm) may be available for some tapes upon request. The minimum width for this service is 0.125" and the maximum width is 2.000". Standard slitting tolerances are dependent on the type of backing. All tapes have a width tolerance of ± 1/64", with the exception of some polyesters, vinyl, acetate and glass cloth which have a tolerance of ± 1/32".
3M™ Flexible Insulation Products 3M™ Flexible Insulation Products are recommended for: • • • • • • • Ground, phase and interwinding insulation for dry-type transformers Slot, phase and wedge insulation for electric motors and generators Flame barrier insulation for appliances Collars for voice coils used in loudspeakers Lens wrap cushioning for eye glass lens production Wire and cable wrap Specialty paper base for tamper-proof labels 3M ThermaVolt Calendared Inorganic Insulating Paper 3M ThermaVolt Cale
Benefits 1 3 Thermal Conductivity The high thermal conductivity of inorganic papers helps achieve the heat dissipation required in today’s high-efficiency electrical apparatus, allowing the design of smaller, more cost-effective equipment. Low Moisture Absorption Manufactured with less than 1% moisture content, inorganic papers exhibit low moisture absorption even in humid environments. This gives them dimensional stability and reduces the need for extended drying cycles.
3M, Scotch, Super 33+, Tartan, and Temflex are trademarks of 3M Company. are registered trademarks of Underwriters Laboratories, Incorporated. is a registered trademark of Canadian Standards Association. The information in this brochure is accurate, to 3M’s knowledge and belief, which may be based on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M. Important Notice: Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application.
