1 x Black Electrical PVC Insulation Tape 50mm x 33m Extra Long Extra Wide

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Electrical tape is used primarily for safety reasons to protect, insulate, and shield a wide assortment of wires and cables which conduct electricity. It is also known as thermal insulation or insulating tape, with widespread uses in both professional and domestic environments. Although it may technically offer slightly more protection against exposed wires than no covering at all, duct tape is NOT an electrically insulating material and is entirely unsuitable for proper protection against live current

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Electrical tape is an essential component of any installation, repair and manufacturing project. 3M offers durable, reliable electrical tapes, designed to protect in the most challenging environments. 3M electrical tapes help protect, seal and mark applications in the construction and maintenance industry.Our wide rolls of PVC electrical insulation tapes are flexible and easy to apply to wires, circuits and connections. The premium PVC material provides long lasting protection against abrasion, extreme temperatures and moisture. It can be used for a variety of applications including insulation, protection and fixing. Availablein 9 different colours. Waterproof electrical tape is not possible or practical because the adhesive is likely to lose its properties when wet and the seal will be unable to hold its shape under pressure. Instead, most types of electrical tape have a certain level of weather and water-resistance. This ensures that the tape can work with small quantities of moisture, but unable to perform in situations where larger amounts of liquid are involved. Rubber electrical tape - Rubber electrical tape is made from a rubber compound and is highly stretchable and self-fusing. It provides excellent electrical insulation properties and is often used in high-voltage applications, such as splicing high-voltage cables and insulating bus bars. Electrical tape is available in a wide range of colours, all of which can help you to label and identify different wires and connections. When using electrical tape in this way, it is often referred to as phasing tape. Below, we've outlined the most commonly used colours and their meaning. Orange electrical tape - Orange electrical tape is not commonly used in the UK, however it does have its uses in the US and internationally. In the US, orange electrical tape can be used to show that a wire is 'high voltage, phase B' and internationally, it is used to denote the wiring sheath colour.

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Red electrical tape - Red electrical tape is most often used in the UK to signify that a wire is 'low voltage, phase A', in the US 'low voltage, phase B'. Used widely across the electrical industry, electrical tapes - also sometimes known as phasing tape - are a simple to use and cost effective way of protecting users whilst handling electrical equipment and also can be used for labelling wires and connectors. Electrical tapes are a type of adhesive tape specifically designed for electrical applications. They are typically made of vinyl or rubber materials with various adhesive properties. Colour coding - If colour coding is required for identification or organization purposes, choose tapes that come in a variety of colours to easily distinguish different electrical wires or circuits. Duct tape is a multi-purpose utility product and is NOT a suitable electrical tape substitute where electricity is concerned.Green electrical tape - Green electrical tape is commonly used in the UK to label the wire as 'earth'. In the US, green electrical tape can be used to show 'ground'. Duct tape is designed to offer a supple adhesive layer with a reasonable level of adherence to an extensive array of materials. It also provides certain levels of moisture resistance despite not technically being waterproof in more challenging conditions

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Electrical tapes are used in any setting whereby electrical current will be passed through the area. This includes on components such as wires and connectors. Silicone electrical tape - Made of silicone rubber , silicone electrical tape has exceptional resistance to high temperatures, moisture, and chemicals. It is commonly used in applications where heat resistance and sealing properties are required, such as in motors, transformers, and aerospace industries. Moisture and chemical resistance - If the application involves exposure to moisture or chemicals, select tapes with good resistance to these elements. Silicone tapes, for example, offer excellent resistance to moisture and various chemicals. There are several types of electrical tapes available, each of which possess key attributes. To help you to find the best one for your needs, we've broken down each type to highlight the basic features of each.Blue electrical tape - Blue electrical tape is commonly used in both the UK and US to signify 'low voltage, phase C'. Internationally, blue electrical tape means 'low voltage, neutral sheath'. Insulation tape is available in a wide range of sizes and lengths for different applications. It is also available in a multitude of materials and colours to ensure optimal insulation characteristics and enable precise colour-coding of different cables and wires. Several electrical tape alternatives are available, with common solutions including heat shrink tubing and wire connectors - also known as wire nuts. Wire connectors are essentially insulated caps with internal threading. Usually made from plastic, they are intended to be applied to the end of a stripped wire.

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Purple electrical tape - Purple electrical tape is not commonly used in the UK, however in the US it is used to signify 'high voltage, phase B'.By considering these factors, you can select the appropriate electrical tape for your requirements, that provides the necessary insulation, protection, and performance for your specific electrical applications. Wide electrical tape is commonly used for insulating larger cables, splicing and joining wires, as well as repairing damaged cables. It is also useful for bundling and organizing wires, as well as marking and labeling electrical components.