Datasheet

Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88
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Typical Properties
Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maximum.
Properties measured at room temperature 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise stated.
Physical Property
(Test Method ASTM D-1000*)
Typical Value
US units (metric)
Color
Black
Thickness*
8.5 mils (0,22 mm)
Adhesion to Steel*
22ºC (72ºF)
-18ºC (0ºF)
28 oz./in. (3,0 N/10 mm)
60 oz./in. (6,5 N/10 mm)
Adhesion to Backing*
22ºC (72ºF)
-18ºC (0ºF)
28 oz./in. (3,0 N/10 mm)
60 oz./in. (6,5 N/10 mm)
Breaking Strength*
22ºC (72ºF) 20 lbs./in. (35 N/10 mm)
Ultimate Elongation*
22ºC (72ºF)
-18ºC (0ºF)
250%
100%
Flagging*
< 0.1 in. (2,5 mm)
Telescoping
24 hrs. W 50ºC (120ºF) < 0.1 in. (2,5 mm)
Flammability (Maximum)
UL 510 Pass
Electrical Property
(Test Method ASTM D-1000*)
Typical Value
US units (metric)
Dielectric Breakdown*
Standard condition
High Humidity Condition
10,000 volts
90% of Standard
Insulation Resistance*
(High Humidity Method)
> 1x 10
6
Megohms
Product
Specifications
Scotch
®
Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88 is based on polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and/or its
copolymers, and has a rubber-based, pressure-sensitive adhesive. The tape shall be
8.5 mils thick, and be UL Listed and marked per UL Standard 510 as “Flame-
Retardant and Cold Resistant.” The tape must be applied at temperatures ranging
from 0°F through 100°F (-18°C through 38°C), without loss of physical properties. It
shall be compatible with synthetic cable insulations, jackets and splicing compounds.
Scotch
®
Tape Super 88 will remain stable and will not telescope more than 0.1 inches
when maintained at temperatures below 120°F (50°C).