This specification covers the properties and requirements for electrical insulating tape consisting of a backing of vinyl chloride plastic, coated on one side with a pressure-sensitive adhesive, for use at low temperatures. Four types are included providing two thicknesses at two operating temperatures. Selected from standard widths and lengths, the tapes shall conform to specified values of the following requirements: break strength; break and static elongation; dielectric breakdown; adhesion to both steel and backing; roll unwind; high-humidity insulation resistance; flammability; and behavior during flagging test.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers an electrical insulating tape for use at low temperature down to approximately −18 °C (0 °F). The tape consists of a backing of vinyl chloride plastic, coated on one side with a pressure-sensitive adhesive. Four types are included providing two thicknesses at two operating temperatures.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D1000 Test Methods for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive-Coated Tapes Used for Electrical and Electronic Applications

D1711 Terminology Relating to Electrical Insulation

Keywords

electrical insulating tape; low-temperature vinyl chloride plastic tape; plastic electrical tape; pressure-sensitive adhesive tape; vinyl chloride plastic tape; Adhesive tape (electrical insulating)--pressure-sensitive; Electrical insulating materials--specifications; Electrical insulating pressure-sensitive tape--specifications; Poly(vinyl chloride)(PVC) electrical insulation; Vinyl chloride polymers--specifications;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 29.035.20 (Plastic and rubber insulating materials)

Citing ASTM Standards

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