3M Scotch 2242 Linerless Electrical Rubber Splicing Tape

By Chris Dodds on 31st July, 2012

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3M Scotch 2242 Rubber Splicing Tape

 

3M Scotch 2242 Linerless Electrical Rubber Tape is used for all-voltage cable splicing, cable jacketing and general insulating. Scotch 2242 Electrical Tape is an economical, general purpose, rubber tape. The tape is a highly conformable, linerless EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber) based electrical insulating tape.

3M Scotch 2242 tape is designed for use in splicing and terminating wires and cables rated up to 90°C. The tape will meet industry specifications for flame retardance and has the necessary physical and electrical properties to provide immediate moisture seals and void–free buildup.

Features	Linerless, self–bonding, insulating tape Ethylene propylene base Flame retardant Physical and electrical properties unaffected by degree of stretch Uniform tape unwind from roll Small roll size (OD) Five year shelf life Stable over wide application temperature range Weather Resistant
Applications	Primary insulation for cable splices and terminations Moisture–sealing and insulating electrical connections Bus bar insulation Moisture–sealing of cable ends Motor leads Wire and cable jacket repair

 

 

3M Scotch 2242 Rubber Splicing Tape Physical Properties

Colour	Black
Thickness ASTM D–4325	30 mils  (0.762 mm)
Tensile Strength ASTM D–4325	250 psi (1.72 MPa)
Ultimate Elongation ASTM D–4325	1000 %
Operating Temperature  ASTM D–4388	90°C  (194°F)
Emergency Overload ASTM D–4388	130°C  (266°F)
Thermal Resistivity 3M Transient	300°C  cm/watt
Ozone Resistance ASTM D–4388	Passes

 

 

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