How To Read Electrical Tape Specifications Before You Buy

Thickness Is Not A Quality Grade

A 0.10 mm harness film and a 0.15 mm electrical tape solve different problems. Thin film keeps bundle diameter down; thicker builds carry higher tensile and peel values.

PVC Wiring Tape

Dielectric Strength Versus Breakdown Voltage

Dielectric strength is quoted per millimetre, for example at least 40 KV/mm, while breakdown voltage is the figure for the tape as supplied, for example at least 5000 V. Both appear on our published tables.

PVC Flame Retardant Electrical Tape

Temperature Ratings Are Use Limits

Our harness and electrical tapes list use at 600 V or below and 80 degrees C or below, with automotive builds rated 85 degrees C and super bright cold-resistant builds down to minus 26 degrees C.

PVC Cold-Resistant Electrical Tape

Fire Performance Is A Separate Duty

Flame retardant tape resists ignition and self-extinguishes. The FSD-99 fireproof wrap is a different product that chars to block flame spread, with an oxygen index of at least 45 percent.

Self-Adhesive Fireproof Wrapping Tape

Published Data Are Averages

Our tables state that the values are general averages for reference and that actual data should be confirmed by testing within the applicable scope.

PVC Warning Tape