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Engineering/

Architectural

Specifications

Primary electrical insulation (branch wiring in wet or dry locations): All splices for

600-volt wire rated 80°C (176°F) and below shall be insulated with a minimum of two

half-lapped layers of Scotch

having irregular surfaces shall be padded with 3M™ Scotchfil™ Electrical Insulation

Putty or Scotch

tape.

Mechanical Protection (outer jacketing)

All rubber and thermoplastic insulating high voltage power cable tape splices and

repairs shall be over wrapped with at least two half-lapped layers of Scotch

Installation

Scotch

produce a uniform wind (for most applications this tension will reduce the tape’s width

to approximately 5/8 of its original width). On pigtail splices, the tape shall be

wrapped beyond the end of the wires and then folded back, leaving a protective

cushion to resist cut-through. Wrap tape up-hill, taping from a smaller diameter

surface to a larger diameter surface. Apply the tape with no tension on the last wrap

to prevent flagging.

Availability

Please contact your local distributor; available from 3M.com/electrical [Where to Buy]

or call 1.800.245.3573.

Shelf Life & Storage

This product has a 5-year shelf life from date of manufacture when stored in a

humidity controlled storage (10°C/50ºF to 27°C/80ºF and <75% relative humidity).

Important Notice

All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3M’s products are based on information

believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must

evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated

with such use. Any statements related to the product, which are not contained in 3M’s current publications, or any

contrary statements contained on your purchase order, shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon,

in writing, by an authorized officer of 3M.

Warranty; Limited Remedy;

Limited Liability

This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture at the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER

WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If this product is defective within the warranty period stated above,

your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M’s option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of

the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or

consequential loss or damage arising from this 3M product, regardless of the legal theory asserted.

Electrical Markets Division

6801 River Place Blvd.

Austin, TX 78726-9000

800.245.3573

FAX: 800.245.0329

www.3M.com/electrical

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