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ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS
Order number of pieces required, in multiples of Standard Package Quantity.
Prime items appear in BOLD.
B2.54
B2.
Cable
Accessories
C1.
Wiring
Duct
C3.
Abrasion
Protection
C4.
Cable
Management
D1.
Terminals
D2.
Power
Connectors
E1.
Labeling
Systems
E2.
Labels
E3.
Pre-Printed
& Write-On
Markers
F.
Index
B3.
Stainless
Steel Ties
C2.
Surface
Raceway
E5.
Lockout/
Tagout
& Safety
Solutions
B1.
Cable Ties
A.
System
Overview
D3.
Grounding
Connectors
E4.
Permanent
Identification
General Mount Guidelines
Panduit pressure sensitive adhesive (foam tape) mounts are intended to secure wire bundles or other light
objects to smooth surfaces. These mounts are not designed to support excessive loads and should not be
used when the maximum expected load exceeds the rated capacity of the mount.
Choosing the Right Adhesive
Panduit offers two standard pressure sensitive foam tapes which are available on most adhesive backed
wiring accessories products. The general purpose tape is produced with a rubber based adhesive and is
identified by an “-A” in the part number. This tape develops its strength extremely fast and can be used in
environments with temperatures ranging from -20°F (-29°C) to 120°F (49°C). It is recommended that rubber
based adhesive mounts dwell 2 hours after installation, prior to loading. Rubber based adhesive tape is the
best choice for most adhesive mount applications, including powder coated surfaces.
Acrylic based adhesive tape is also available and is identified by an “-AT” in the part number. This tape is for
use in environments where continuous exposure to temperatures ranging from -20°F (-29°C) to 180°F (82°C)
is possible. Acrylic based adhesive develops its maximum strength over a longer period of time than rubber
based adhesive. It is recommended that acrylic adhesive mounts dwell 8 hours after installation, prior to
loading. Acrylic based adhesive tape is a good choice for environments with exposure to UV rays or
temperatures above 120°F (49°C).
Panduit adhesive backed cable accessories are also available pre-installed with high bond acrylic-based
adhesive. This adhesive can be used in applications with continuous use temperatures ranging from
-31°F (-35°C) to 200°F (93°C), though higher temperatures may be possible for short-term exposure.
High Bond cable accessories are recommended for use in demanding applications such as where high
temperatures are required, or where fatigue loading is expected.
Panduit also offers a 2-part epoxy for use in applications where excessive loading is required, or where the
surface to which the mount must be applied is porous rather than smooth. Panduit EMA adhesive is a 2-part
epoxy cement which is packaged in convenient mixer cups containing an equal amount of resin and hardener.
Peel the protective covering off and pop the center of the cup in to form a mixing bowl. Each cup is supplied
with a mixer stick and contains enough epoxy to properly apply three EMS mounts. The resin and hardener
should be thoroughly mixed together until the epoxy is a consistent and uniform color. The mixer stick can then
be used to apply the adhesive to the mount. The epoxy should be forced into the grooves on the bottom of the
mount to obtain optimum bond performance. The mount should be applied to the surface with light pressure and
a back-and-forth twisting motion. Hardening of the epoxy begins five minutes after mixing at room temperature.
Panduit adhesive mounts provide a quick, economical, and dependable
method of supporting, routing, and protecting wires or cables. Some are
used with Panduit cable ties and others can be used without cable ties.
Adhesive backed mounts adhere to a variety of surfaces. This alternative
to mechanical fasteners offers the advantage of lower installed cost with
safe, easy to use, quality products.
Applications
• To route wires in control panels and switchboards
• To support bundles of wires away from moving mechanical devices
• Routing and harnessing cables, both indoors and out, to prevent safety hazards
• To organize flat cables in many locations with low profile construction
• Ideal for supporting wire bundles where holes cannot be made in the substrate
• To separate groups of wires for identification
Selection and Use of Adhesive Mounts