Scotchfil™ insulating mastic tape

Black mastic non-conductive tape made from non-corrosive synthetic rubber and self-amalgamating when cold.
Does not dry out or soften.
Applications: repairs to cable insulation, seals, removal of irregularities, etc.

Standards

  code EDF 39.98.895 / GDF 78.43-083, UL

3M Electrical Tape, 3.18mm Thickness, 57.8N/cm Tensile Strength - 80000

Use this electrical tape from 3M to insulate around or over uneven surfaces. It's a pliable putty type that's easy to mould and apply, and it withstands loads of up to 3000V for reliable protection against hazards. For user safety, it shields against electric shocks. This is a suitable option for use with conductors that reach temperatures up to +80°C when it's over-wrapped with Super 33+ (170-1192) or Super 88 Vinyl (909-4521)electrical tape.

• Supplied on easy-peel tape backing for convenient use
• All-weather product for indoor and outdoor use
• Wide operating temperature range between -18°C and +105°C for use in challenging conditions
• UL and CSA certification for safety approval in Northern America
• VDE compliance assures you of the product's electrical quality

Applications

• Cable splices
• Busbars
• Moisture seals

Use 3M™ Scotchfil™ Electrical Insulation Putty to insulate connections up to 600 V and to round out high-voltage connections to gear, smooth bus bar irregularities, and make a moisture seal at ground wire exits in high-voltage splices. This insulation putty can be wrapped, stretched or moulded around irregular shapes and electrical wires for quick, smooth insulation build-up. It’s soft and pliable enough to simply mould with your fingers.

This insulation putty tape is commonly used by electricians and in construction, and is UL recognised as joint insulation for electrical conductors at temperatures up to 80 °C when over wrapped with either Super 33+™ or Super 88 Vinyl Electrical Tape.

Will this electrical tape flake or dry out?

No, it retains its original consistency to deliver corrosion and chemical protection in the long term.

How long can electrical insulation putty be stored?

This insulation putty has excellent ageing properties and is very resistant to drying out. Under proper conditions and stored at an appropriate temperature and level of humidity, the putty has a shelf life of five years.

Why choose 3M?

3M are a trusted name in tapes and adhesives. Whether for industrial or even domestic applications, 3M has a tape to suit your needs. From automotive masking to office supplies, 3M tapes are relied on by millions to get the job done. RS supplies a wide range of quality 3M tapes to suit the needs of the most discerning customer.

There is no electrolytic corrosion factor associated with these products.