Specification

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ZIPSYSTEM™STRETCHTAPE
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MANUFACTURER
HuberEngineeredWoodsLLC
10925DavidTaylorDrive,Suite300,Charlotte,NC28262
800.933.9220•TechnicalService:800.933.9220x2716
ZIPSystem.com•HuberArchitectLibrary.com
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BASICUSEANDAPPLICATIONS
ZIP System™ stretch tape is a code‐recognized flashing tape that
stretches and forms around irregular and difficult to seal areaslike
window rough openings, curved window heads, and wall and roof
penetrations. It is UV radiation resistant and highly effective at
sealinguptheexteriorbuildingenvelope.Unlikemostother
flashing
tapes, ZIP System stretch tape is compatible with flexible PVC
windows. 
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ZIPSystemstretchtapeeasilystretchestofitdifficult to flash areas
withasinglepiecewithouthavingtopiecetapesegmentstogether.
Thisavoidstapeseamsorjoints.ZIPSystemstretchtapeismadeof
a high‐
performance composite acrylic adhesive and a strong, yet
stretchable, acrylic foam core. The tape conforms to challenging
applicationsandlocksoutmoistureovermismatchedsurfaceswhen
correctly applied. ZIP System stretch tape can be  pulled up and
reapplied for easy, fast, and hassle‐free installation that provides a
tightsealagainst
weatherintrusion.
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ZIPSystemstretchtapecanbeusedforawiderangeofapplications
including:
 Windowroughopeningsillpans.
 Wallpenetrations
 Curvedwindowheads
 Cantileveredbeams
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ADVANTAGES
ZIPSystemstretchtapeisamulti‐purposeacrylictapewitharobust
and aggressive acrylic adhesive. The intertwined polymer chains
provide excellent internal strength and durability. The tape’s
advanced acrylic adhesive is made  of highly polar molecules; the
resulting attraction pulls the tape to the ZIP System® panel. This
helps
 the tape wet out and flow into panel ridges and produce a
weather tight seal. The strong, yet stretchable, acrylic foam core
allows for continuous single‐piece flashing around pipes, beams,
rough openings and other difficult to flash applications. The ZIP
Systemstretchtapesatisfiestherequirements of AC148 and
AAMA
711‐13asrepresentedinIAPMOER‐365.
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TheuseofZIPSystemstretchtapeasflashingmaterialisrecognized
for use on Type V construction under the IBC and non ‐fire‐
resistance‐ratedconstructionundertheIBCandIRC.
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ZIPSystem™StretchTape
MaximumExposure
Time
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180Days
AdhesiveType
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Acrylic
Installation
TemperatureRange
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20°F–120°F
Compatibility
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CompatiblewithflexiblePVCused
invinylwindows
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TensileStrength
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225psi
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Elongation
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800‐1200%
CodeAcceptance
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IRCandIBCcompliancerecognized
byIAPMOER‐365
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PerformanceStandard AAMA711‐13compliant
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SIZE
ZIPSystemstretchtapeisavailablein75ft(22.8m)longrollsina6‐
inch (152 mm) roll width, is 42 mils thick and is packaged with a
releaseliner.
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SUBSTRATE
Prior to application, ensure that the surface to be taped is dry and
freeoffrost,dust,dirt,loosefasteners,andotherprotrusions.Apply
tapewhenambientairandsubstrateareabove20°F(‐6°C).
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TAPEINSTALLATION
Refer to installation instructions on huberwood.com or
huberarchitectlibrary.com for detailed instructions and illustrations
for application of ZIP System Stretch Tape to sheathing, flanged
windows, brick mould windows, penetrations, and openings. Apply
tape as additionally prescribed in IAPMO ER‐365. Tape should be
coveredwithacode‐compliantrooforwallcovering
within180days
of installation. ZIP System stretch tape is a pressure sensitive tape
thatmust be rolled in (ZIPSystem Tape roller or similar) to achieve
maximumbondtothepanel.
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