Insulating, Conductive Tape Brochure Datasheet by 3M

Protect
and Insulate.
3M™ Insulating and Conductive Tapes
Product Selection Guide
3M™ Insulating and Conductive Tapes are made from a broad range of backings and adhesives to
meet the demanding requirements of different applications and environments. Extensive quality
control and testing, combined with accurate process controls, are just part of the reason that 3M
consistently provides high quality products.
Contents
Glass Cloth ....................................................2
Filament Reinforced ...........................................3
Acetate Cloth .................................................4
Paper .........................................................4
Epoxy Film ....................................................5
Polyester Film .................................................6
Polyimide Film ................................................8
Composite Film ...............................................9
PTFE Film .....................................................10
Vinyl ..........................................................11
3M™ Electrical Tapes p. 2
3M Conductive and EMI Shielding Tapes p. 12
Tape Construction p. 14
3M Specialty Tapes p. 15
Industry Specifications p. 16
About 3M Insulating and Conductive Tapes p. 18
3M Flexible Insulation Products p. 20
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3M™ Electrical Tapes
Glass Cloth
3M offers exceptionally flexible and conformable glass cloth backings on the market with high-temperature resistance
and tensile strength. With excellent absorption of resins and varnishes plus cut-through and edge-tear resistance, they
are ideal for holding and strapping applications up to 200°C.
Available with three (3) adhesive systems: aggressive thermosetting rubber resin, solvent-resistant acrylic and high-
temperature silicone.
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
3M™ Glass
Cloth Tape 27 90 79 69
Features
High-performance
glass cloth tape
that is tough and
conformable.
Stiffer, saturated
backing. Provides
different handling.
Solvent-resistant
version of 3M tape 27
Printable. Listed in
many Class B systems.
High-temperature
(200° C) glass
cloth tape.
UL 510 flame
retardant. Printable.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 155 155 150 200
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 7.0/0,177 7.5/0,19 7.0/0,177 7.0/0,177
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 3000 3000 3000 3000
Insulation Resistance
(megaohms) 4.8x1041x1022.7x1024.8x104
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 150/262 175/306 150/262 180/314
Elongation
(% at break) 5555
Electrolytic
Corrosion 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10 mm) 30/3,3 50/5,5 30/3,3 40/4,4
CTI Material Group | - | |
Thermosetting Rubber Silicone
Acrylic
2
Filament Reinforced
Filament tapes are designed for applications needing both the dielectric strength of polyester film and the high
mechanical strength of glass fibers. They offer the ultimate in low stretch, high tensile and edge-tear resistance for
a more cost-effective solution to glass cloth tapes. Excellent for anchoring lead wires to banding coils and end-turn
taping. A special paper-backed filament tape is available for high-voltage oil-filled distribution transformer use.
Available with two (2) adhesive systems: aggressive thermosetting rubber resin and solvent-resistant acrylic.
Thermosetting Rubber Acrylic
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
3M™ Filament
Tape
46 1046 1139 1076 1339 1039
Features
Tough, durable
filament tape.
Tough, durable
filament tape.
Solvent-resistant,
high-temperature
filament tape.
Paper/glass
filament backing
designed for
oil-filled
transformer
applications.
Solvent-resistant
filament tape.
More
conformable.
Solvent-resistant
filament tape.
More
conformable.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 130 130 155 105 130 130
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 7.0/0,17 7 7.0/0,17 7 6.5/0,165 10.0/0,253 6.5/0,165 7.0/0,177
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 5500 5500 5500 3500 5500 5500
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
3x1033x103- - 1x1051x105
Breaking
Strength (lb/in)
(N/10 mm)
275/481 275/481 225/394 275/481 275/481 275/481
Elongation
(% at break) 5 5 6 5 5 5
Electrolytic
Corrosion 1.0 1.0 -1.0 1.0 1.0
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10
mm)
50/5,4 50/5,4 35/3,8 40/4,4 35/3,8 35/3,8
CTI Material
Group || - - - | |
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3M™ Electrical Tapes
Acetate Cloth
These aesthetically pleasing acetate cloth tapes offer
excellent conformability in coil-wrapping applications up
to 105°C plus excellent absorption of electrical insulating
resins and varnishes.
Paper
Paper tapes provide good cushioning, puncture resistance
and toughness. Great for use as coil cover on bobbin-
wound coil.
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
3M™ Acetate
Cloth Tape 11 28
Features
Black. Printable,
Excellent
Conformability.
White, printable.
Excellent
Conformability.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 105 105
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 8.0/0,203 8.0/0,203
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 2000 2500
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
2x1042x104
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 35/62 35/62
Elongation
(% at break) 10 10
Electrolytic
Corrosion 1 1
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10 mm) 40/4,4 40/4,4
CTI Material
Group | |
3M™ Paper
Tape 12 16
Features Flatback backing. Thicker, crepe
backing.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 105 105
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 5.5/0,14 9.0/0,228
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 2000 2500
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
> 1x106> 1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 22/38,5 25/44
Elongation (% at
break) –10
Electrolytic
Corrosion – –
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10 mm) 40/4,4 50/5,5
CTI Material
Group | |
Thermosetting Rubber Thermosetting Rubber
Both available with one (1) adhesive system: aggressive rubber resin.
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3M™ Epoxy
Film Tape
1Super 20 Super 10
Features
High-performance
epoxy tape. Thin.
Printable.
UL 510 Flame retardant.
Thicker, double-sided
epoxy for higher
temperature and
dielectric. Printable. UL
510 Flame retardant.
Thicker, double-sided
epoxy for higher
temperature and
dielectric. Rubber
adhesive.
UL 510 Flame retardant.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 130 155 155
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 3.5/0,088 5.0/0,127 5.0/0,127
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 6500 8000 8000
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
> 1x106> 1x106> 1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 30/53 45/79 45/79
Elongation
(% at break) 120 120 120
Electrolytic
Corrosion 1.0 1.0 1.0
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10 mm) 40/4,4 30/3,3 45/4,9
CTI Material
Group | | |
Epoxy Film
3M has been vital to the development of epoxy film tapes. These offer solder and puncture resistance, high dielectric
strength, conformability and UL recognition for flame retardancy at temperatures up to 155° C. 3M Epoxy Film Tapes are
designed to require fewer wraps to meet dielectric requirements, compared to typical glass cloth tapes. Their versatility
can help reduce your tape inventory.
Available with two (2) adhesive system: aggressive thermosetting rubber resin and solvent-resistant acrylic.
Thermosetting
Rubber
Acrylic
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3M™ Electrical Tapes
Polyester Film
3M offers a variety of polyester tapes for insulating applications requiring a thin, durable tape with high dielectric
strength. They can withstand higher-temperature conditions than tapes with acetate cloth backings. They are also
conformable, exhibit excellent chemical, solvent and moisture resistance and resist cut-through and abrasion.
Available in flame retardant and non-flame retardant versions and with two (2) adhesive systems: aggressive rubber
resin and solvent-resistant acrylic.
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
3M™ Polyester
Film Tape
51318-1 1350F-1 1350F-2 1351-1
Features
1-mil film.
General purpose
polyester tape.
Clear.
1-mil film. Printable.
Black or yellow.
1-mil film. UL 510
Flame retardant.
Black, white,
or yellow.
2-mil film. UL 510
Flame retardant.
Thicker version of
3M tape 1350F-1.
Black, white,
or yellow.
1-mil film. UL 510 Flame
retardant. Smooth,
even unwind for use on
automatic equipment.
White.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 130 130 130 130 130
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 2.5/0,063 2.5/0,063 2.5/0,063 3.3/0,083 2.5/0,063
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 5500 5500 5500 7000 5500
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 25/44 25/44 25/44 50/88 25/44
Elongation
(% at break) 100 100 100 110 100
Electrolytic
Corrosion 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10
mm)
35/3,8 30/3,3 30/3,3 30/3,3 30/3,3
CTI Material
Group – l
II
IIIa |
Acrylic
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3M™ Polyester
Film Tape
54 56 57 58 74 75
Features
1-mil film.
General purpose
polyester tape.
Clear.
1-mil film.
General purpose
polyester tape.
Yellow.
2-mil film version
of 56. Thicker,
higher dielectric.
Yellow.
2-mil film version
of 54. Thicker,
higher dielectric.
Clear.
0.5-mil film.
Thin for coil
applications
where space is at
a premium.
1-mil film. Coated
on both sides. For
use in bonding
applications
requiring a
double positive
insulation barrier.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 130 130 130 130 130 130
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 2.5/0,063 2.3/0,058 3.3/0,083 3.3/0,083 0.8/0,020 3.8/0,096
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 5000 5000 7000 7000 3500 6500
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 25/44 50/88 50/88 12/21 25/44
Elongation
(% at break) 100 110 100 100
Electrolytic
Corrosion 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10 mm) 45/4,9 60/6,5 60/6,5 20/2,2 45/4,9
CTI Material
Group |||||–
Thermosetting Rubber
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† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
3M™ Electrical Tapes
Polyimide Film
3M Polyimide Film tapes are specially designed for high-temperature applications requiring a thin puncture-resistant
backing. The physical and electrical properties of polyimide remain stable when used in such applications as coils,
harnesses and capacitors, that are subjected to extreme temperatures.
Available with two (2) adhesive systems: solvent-resistant acrylic and high-temperature silicone.
3M™ Polyimide
Film Tape
92 1093 1205 1218
Features
1-mil film. High-
performance
polyimide tape.
High-temperature.
Printable. UL 510
Flame retardant.
1-mil film. High-
temperature masking
applications. UL 510
Flame retardant.
1-mil film. Solvent-
resistant version of
3M tape 92.
UL 510 Flame
retardant.
1-mil film. High-
temperature and
solvent-resistant. UL
510 Flame retardant.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 180 180 155 180
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 3.0/0,076 2.5/0,063 3.0/0,076 3.0/0,076
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 7500 7500 6000
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
>1x106->1x106>1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 30/53 35/62 30/53 30/53
Elongation
(% at break) 55 50 55 55
Electrolytic
Corrosion 1.0 -1.0 1.0
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10
mm)
25/2,8 20/2,2 35/3,8 19/2,1
CTI Material Group lllb -
lllb
lllb
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
AcrylicSilicone
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Composite Film
3M Composite Film Tapes are excellent for general purpose insulation, anchoring, and banding in motors and
transformers. They combine the high dielectric strength and edge-tear resistance of polyester film and nonwoven
polyester mat for a conformable product with great puncture resistant and electrical properties.
Available in a variety of thicknesses and with two (2) adhesive systems: aggressive rubber resin and solvent-resistant
acrylic.
3M™ Composite
Film Tape
44 44HT 55 44D-A 44T-A
Features
Economical, general
purpose composite
film tape. For general
purpose electrical
applications. Longer-
length rolls.
Composite
film tape with
aggressive adhesive
designed for motor
applications.
Thicker composite
film tape for better
puncture resistance
and higher dielectric
applications.
A version of 3M tape
44 with twice the
backing thickness
for greater dielectric
strength.
A version of 3M
tape 44 with three
times the thickness
for greater dielectric
strength.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 130 130 130 130 130
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 5.5/0,139 5.5/0,139 7.5/0,190 12/0,304 18/0,455
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 5000 5000 6000 6000 8500
Insulation Resistance
(megaohms) >1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 40/70 40/70 35/62 40/70 80/141
Elongation
(% at break) 50 50 30 20 20
Electrolytic
Corrosion 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10 mm) 65/7,1 80/8,8 80/8 ,8 35/3,8 45/4,9
CTI Material Group | | IIIa | |
Thermosetting Rubber Acrylic
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
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3M™ Electrical Tapes
PTFE Film
Thin high-temperature PTFE tapes are used in applications requiring consistent performance and minimum shrinkage
across a wide range of temperatures. They are extremely resistant to chemicals, have high arc resistance, are free of
carbonizing materials and are great for non-stick applications. Great for use on high-temperature coils, capacitors, and
wire harnesses.
Available with two (2) adhesive systems: solvent-resistant acrylic and high-temperature silicone.
3M™ PTFE
Film Tape
60 61 62 63
Features
2-mil film. UL 510
Flame retardant.
5-mil film. Thicker for
higher dielectric and
breaking strength. UL
510 Flame retardant.
2-mil film. Printable.
Bondable backside
on liner for higher
adhesion to its own
backing, resins and
varnishes. UL 510
Flame retardant.
2-mil film. Solvent-
resistant version of
3M tape 60.
UL 510 Flame
retardant.
Operating Temp
(°C) †
180 180 180 155
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm)
4.0/0,102 7.0/0,178 4.0/0,102 3.5/0,088
Dielectric
Breakdown (V)
9500 15000 9500 9500
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm)
20/35 45/79 20/35 20/35
Elongation
(% at break)
200 300 200 200
Electrolytic
Corrosion
1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10
mm)
30/3,2 35/3,8 30/3,2 35/3,8
CTI Material
Group
| | | |
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
AcrylicSilicone
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3M™ or Scotch®
Vinyl Electrical
Tape
Scotch®
Super 33+™ Vinyl
Electrical Tape
Scotch®
Vinyl Electrical
Tape 35
Scotch®
Vinyl Electrical
Tape Super 88
Scotch®
Vinyl Electrical
Tape 22
3M™ Temflex™
Vinyl Electrical
Tape 1700
Features
7-mil premium black
vinyl electrical
tape. Offers
excellent adhesion
and cold weather
performance. UL 510
Flame retardant.
7-mil premium vinyl
tape for color coding.
Available in 9
fade- and weather-
resistant colors. UL
510 Flame retardant.
8.5-mil premium
black vinyl electrical
tape. Offers
excellent adhesion
and cold weather
performance. UL 510
Flame retardant.
10-mil heavy-
duty black vinyl
tape. Offers great
mechanical strength
and abrasion
resistance.
UL 510 Flame
retardant.
7-mil general
purpose black vinyl
electrical tape. Good
mechanical strength
and abrasion
resistance. UL 510
Flame retardant.
Operating Temp
(°C) † 80/105 80/105 80/105 80 80
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 7.0/0,177 7.0/0,177 8.5/0,215 10.0/0,254 7.0/0,177
Dielectric
Breakdown (V) 8750 8750 10000 12000 7000
Insulation
Resistance
(megaohms)
>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106>1x106
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm) 15/26 17/30 20/35 20/35 17/30
Elongation
(% at break) 250 225 250 200 200
Electrolytic
Corrosion –––1.0 –
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10
mm)
28/3,0 20/2,2 25/2,7 25/2,7 24/2,6
CTI Material Group –––––
Vinyl
Scotch®, 3M™ Tartan™ and 3M™ Temflex™ Vinyl Electrical Tapes combine the flexibility of a PVC backing with excellent
electrical insulating properties, high dielectric strength, and resistance to moisture, UV rays, abrasion, corrosion, alkalies
and acids. (Their rubber-based adhesive performs well over a range of temperatures).
Fade-resistant vinyl comes in a range of colors for marking. For primary electrical insulation up to 600 volts, including
wire harnessing, degaussing coils and high-voltage cables.
† Operating temperature is equivalent to UL Recognition temperature where applicable (See page 16).
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
Non-Thermosetting Rubber
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3M™
Conductive/
Shielding
Tape
1115B 1120 1126 1170 1181 1182 1183 425 1125 1194
Features
Aluminum
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.
Aluminum
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.
Copper
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.
Aluminum
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.
Copper
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.1
Copper
foil,
acrylic
adhesive1
on both
sides.
Tin-
plated
copper
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.1
Aluminum
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.
Copper
foil,
acrylic
adhesive.
Copper
foil, non-
conductive
adhesive.
Roll Length360 yds 36 yds 36 yds 18 yds 18 yds 18 yds 18 yds 60 yds 36 yds 36 yds
Backing
Thickness
(mils)(mm)
4.5 mil
(0,114
mm)
2.0 mil
(0,05
mm)
1.4 mil
(0,04
mm)
2.0 mil
(0,05 mm)
1.4
(0,04
mm)
1.4 mil
(0,05
mm)
1.4 mil
(0,04
mm)
2.8 mil
(0,07 mm)
1.4 mil
(0,04 mm)
1.4 mil
(0,04 mm)
Total
Thickness
(mils)(mm)
6.0 mil
(0,152
mm)
4.0 mil
(0,10 mm)
3.5 mil
(0,088
mm)
3.2 mil
(0,08 mm)
2.6 mil
(0,07 mm)
3.5 mil
(0,09
mm)
2.6 mil
(0,07
mm)
4.6 mil
(0,12 mm)
3.5 mil
(0,088
mm)
2.6 mil
(0,07 mm)
Breaking
Strength
(lb/in)(N/10
mm)
40 lb/in
(70 N/10
mm)
16 lbs/in
(28 N/10
mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10
mm)
20 lb/in
(35 N/10
mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10
mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10
mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10
mm)
30 lb/in
(52 N/10
mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10
mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10
mm)
Adhesion to
Steel4 (oz/in)
(N/10 mm)
52 oz/in
(5.6 N/10
mm)
36 oz/in
(3.9N/10
mm)
36 oz/in
(3.9N/10
mm)
35 oz/in
(3.8 N/10
mm)
35 oz/in
(3.8 N/10
mm)
35 oz/in
(3.8 N/10
mm)
35 oz/in
(3.8 N/10
mm)
47oz/in
(5.1N/10
mm)
47oz/in
(5.1N/10
mm)
Electrical
Resistance6
(Ohms)
0.0065 0.009 0.003 0.010 0.005 0.010 0.005 –N/A N/A
3M™ Conductive and EMI Shielding Tapes
3M™ EMI Shielding Tapes are designed for applications requiring reliable point-to-point electrical contact, particularly
EMI/RFI shielding, grounding and static charge draining. The tapes are easily die-cut and have a multitude of uses in
electrical design and test laboratories for prototyping, design and troubleshooting.
Available in copper, aluminum, embossed, and tin-plated materials and with two (2) adhesive systems:
solvent-resistant acrylic and conductive acrylic.
1 Conductive particles in the adhesive provide the electrically conductive
path between the substrate and the backing.
2 The embossed pattern provides the electrically conductive path through
the adhesive.
3 Multiple-length rolls and custom slit widths are available by special
order.
Test methods:
4 ASTM D1000
5 Most foil shielding tapes from 3M are UL Recognized ( )for flame
retardancy per UL 510, Product Category OANZ 2, File E17385.
6 Resistance measured through the adhesive. MIL-STD-202 Method 307
maintained at 5 PSI (3,4 N/sq cm) measured over 1 sq in. surface area.
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
Nonconductive adhesive
Conductive adhesive
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N® N® “(0) N6)
3M™ Conductive/
Shielding Tape
1245 1267 1345 CN-3190 CN-3490 X-7001 2191FR
Features
Embossed
copper foil,
acrylic
adhesive.2
Embossed
aluminum foil,
acrylic
adhesive.2
Embossed
tin-plated
foil, acrylic
adhesive.2
Anti-corrosion
metallized
polyester
rip-stop
fabric, acrylic
adhesive.
Anti-corrosion,
metallized
nonwoven
fabric, acrylic
adhesive.
Anti-
corrosion,
metallized
rip-stop
polyester
fabric, acrylic
adhesive
both sides.
Anti-
corrosion,
metallized
nonwoven
rip-stop
fabric, acrylic
adhesive.
Roll Length318 yds 18 yds 18 yds 54.5 yds 54.5 yds 10.9 yds -
Backing
Thickness
(mils)(mm)
1.4 mil
(0,04 mm)
2.0 mil
(0,05 mm)
1.4 mil
(0,04 mm)
3.5 mil
(0,09 mm)
2.0 mil
(0,05 mm)
2.0 mil
(0,05 mm)
5.2 mil
(0,13 mm)
Total
Thickness (mils)(mm)
4.0 mil
(0,10 mm)
5.0 mil
(0,13 mm)
4.0 mil
(0,10 mm)
4.1 mil
(0,10 mm)
2.6 mil
(0,07 mm)
5.0 mil
(0,13 mm)
5.6 mil
(0,14 mm)
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)(N/10 mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10 mm)
20 lb/in
(35 N/10 mm)
25 lb/in
(44 N/10 mm)
40 lb/in
(70 N/10 mm)
35 lbs/in
(61 N/10 mm)
35 lbs/in
(61 N/10 mm)
60 lbs/in
(105 N/ 10
mm)
Adhesion to Steel4
(oz/in)(N/10 mm)
35 oz/in
(3.8 N/10 mm)
35 oz/in
(3.8 N/10 mm)
35 oz/in
(3.8 N/10 mm)
30 oz/in
(3.3 N/10 mm)
30 oz/in
(3.3 N/10 mm)
60 oz/in
(16.6 N/10
mm)
20 oz/in
(2.2 N/10 mm)
Electrical
Resistance6 (Ohms) 0.001 0.005 0.001 0.005 0.005
0.015
(over a 25x25
mm area)
0.015
(over a 25x25
mm area)
1 Conductive particles in the adhesive provide the electrically conductive
path between the substrate and the backing.
2 The embossed pattern provides the electrically conductive path through
the adhesive.
3 Multiple-length rolls and custom slit widths are available by special
order.
Test methods:
4 ASTM D 1000
5 Most foil shielding tapes from 3M are UL Recognized ( )for flame
retardancy per UL 510, Product Category OANZ 2, File E17385.
6 Resistance measured through the adhesive. MIL-STD-202 Method 307
maintained at 5 PSI (3,4 N/sq cm) measured over 1 sq in. surface area.
= Flame retardant. See page 16 for product specifications.
Conductive adhesiveConductive-through-adhesive
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Figure 1Smooth Backing with
Conductive Adhesive
Foil backing
cross section
High-strength
noncorrosive acrylic
adhesive
Unique
conductive
particles
Metal substrate
cross section
Embossed Backing with
“Through-the-Adhesive” Contact
Foil backing
cross section
High-strength
noncorrosive acrylic
adhesive
Metal-to-metal
contact
Metal substrate
cross section
Figure 2
Smooth foil backings with
conductive adhesive
3M™ EMI Shielding Tapes 1170
(aluminum), 1181 (copper) and 1183
(tin-plated copper) are smooth-
backed foil tapes that establish
secure electrical contact with the
application surface by means of a
unique adhesive. Broadly distributed
conductive particles in the adhesive
provide a multitude of low-resistance
paths between the backing and the
substrate. (Figure 1)
Embossed foil backings
The backings of 3M Shielding Tapes
1245 (copper), 1267 (aluminum) and
1345 (tin-plated copper) are impressed
with an embossed pattern (Figure 2)
that protrudes through the acrylic
adhesive to make direct electrical
contact with the application surface.
This reliable “through-the-adhesive”
conductivity system provides stable
contact resistance and a high level of
shielding effectiveness.
Tin-plated foil backings
The copper used in 3M EMI Shielding
Tapes 1183 (smooth backing) and 1345
(embossed backing) is plated on both
sides with tin to provide excellent
solderability and resistance to
corrosion and oxidation. The tapes are
designed to remain conductive even
after oxidation.
Conductive adhesive
on both sides
3M Shielding Tape 1182 is a copper
foil tape coated on both sides
with conductive acrylic adhesive.
This unique construction offers an
excellent method of grounding and
bonding conductive surfaces. It also
exhibits low thermal resistance. 3M
tape 1182 is supplied with a removable
liner on each side for ease of handling.
Smooth foil backing with
nonconductive adhesive
3M Shielding Tape 1194 is a smooth-
backed copper tape that features the
same high quality solvent-resistant,
acrylic adhesive as other 3M foil
tapes. Good solderability makes it an
economical choice for applications
like connector and cable shielding,
grounding, electrostatic shielding
between transformer windings, outer
wrap for coils, and attachment of
connector tabs on rolled film-and-foil
capacitors.
Conductive fabric tape
3M Fabric Tape CN-3190 is an
anti-corrosion polyester ripstop
fabric backing with an electrically
conductive acrylic adhesive. It
provides effective copper-nickel
shielding with excellent flexibility and
conformability as well as light weight
and high strength.
Adhesive
Both the conductive and
nonconductive versions use the
same acid-free, corrosion-resistant
acrylic resin.
Tape Construction
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3M™ Special Use
Tapes
40 40PR 1157R
Features
General-use utility tape,
1-mil clear polyester
film backing, anti-static
conductive polymer
adhesive.
General-use utility
tape, 1-mil clear
polyester film backing,
anti-static conductive
polymer adhesive.
With preprinted static
symbol.
Tape with non-woven
mat designed to allow
thorough penetration
of the impregnating resin
inside bobbin-wound
coils.
Backing
Description Film Film Rayon fiber mat
Breaking Strength
(lb/in)/(N/10 mm) 20/35 20/35 N/A
Adhesion to Steel
(oz/in)/(N/10 mm) 15/1,7 15/1,7 11/1,0
Remove from
roll (volts) 5 5 N/A
Remove from
stainless steel
(volts)
5 5 N/A
Adhesive Conductive polymer Conductive polymer Acrylic
Operating
Temperature (°C) 130 130 130
Total Thickness
(mils)/(mm) 2.2 mil/0,056 2.2 mil/0,056 4.0/0,102
MiscellaneousGeneral Use/Antistatic
3M™ Specialty Tapes
These tapes have a multitude of uses in component design and
manufacturing as well as to support the insulation of components.
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Static Charge
Generation at 50% RH
Industry Specifications
Scotch
®
Vinyl Electrical Tapes / 3M
™
Tartan
™
and 3M
Temflex
™
Vinyl Electrical Tapes
3M™ Electrical Insulating Tapes for Electrical Device Applications
CSA Certified in CSA File LR48769, Product Class 9052-02
Specification 3M™ and Scotch® Tape Number Type
UL 510 – For use as electrical insulation
up to 600 volts and 80°C22, Super 33+™, 35, Super 88, 1700 PVC Insulating Tape
Flame Retardancy – The following tapes meet
the flame retardancy requirements of UL 510 22, Super 33+™, 35, Super 88, 1700 PVC Insulating Tape
Specification 3M™ and Scotch® Tape Number Type
CSA 22.2 No. 197 – For use as electrical
insulation up to 1000 volts at temperatures
not to exceed 80°C
22 PVC Insulating Tape
For use as electrical insulation up to 1000
volts at temperatures not to exceed 105°CSuper 33+™, 35, Super 88 PVC Insulating Tape
UL Recognized components in UL File E17385, product Category OANZ2
Specification 3M™ and Scotch® Tape Number Type
For use at temperatures not to exceed 130°C
44, 44D-A, 44HT, 44T-A, 55 Composite Film
1Epoxy Film
5, 54, 56, 57, 58, 74, 75, 1098-1,
1318-1, 1350F-1, 1350F-2, 1351-1
Polyester Film
46, 1039, 1046, 1339 Filament Reinforced
For use at temperatures not to exceed 150°C 27, 79 Glass Cloth
For use at temperatures not to exceed 155°C
Super 10, Super 20 Epoxy Film
1139 Filament Reinforced
1205 Polyimide Film
For use at temperatures not to exceed 180°C 92, 92-2, 1093, 1218 Polyimide Film
For use at temperatures not to exceed 200°C 69 Glass Cloth
UL Listed in UL File E129200, Product Category OANZ
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3M™ and Scotch® Electrical Tapes
Tape Dimensions
Specification Previously Known As 3M™ and Scotch® Tape
Number Type
A-A-59770A (Type MFT 2.5) MIL-15126F 54, 56 Polyester Film
A-A-59770A (Type MFT 3.5) MIL-15126F 57, 58 Polyester Film
A-A-59770A (Type MF 2.5) MIL-15126F 5, 1318-1, 1350F-1, 1351-1 Polyester Film
A-A-59770A (Type ACT) MIL-15126F 11, 28 Acetate Cloth
A-A-59770A (Type GFT) MIL-15126F 90 Glass Cloth
MIL-I-19166C 69 Glass Cloth
A-A-59474C, Type 1, Class 1 MIL-23594C 60 PTFE Film
A-A-59474C, Type 2, Class 1 MIL-23594C 62 Bondable PTFE Film
A-A-55809 22, Super 33+™, 35, Super 88 Vinyl
Military
Standard Lengths* 3M™ and Scotch® Tape Number
16 meters (18 yards) 1170, 1181, 1182, 1183, 1245, 1267, 1345
20 meters (22 yards) 22, Super 33+™, 35, Super 88
33 meters (36 yards) 22, Super 33+™, 44T-A, 60, 61, 62, 63, 69, 75, Super 88, 92, 1093, 1115B, 1120, 1125,
1126, 1194, 1205, 1218, 1700
45 meters (49 yards) 44D-A
55 meters (60 yards) 12, 16, Super 10, Super 20, 27, 46, 79, 90, 425, 1039, 1046, 1076, 1139, 1339
66 meters (72 yards) 1, 5, 11, 28, 40, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 74, 1318-1, 1350F-1, 1350F-2, 1351-1
82 meters (90 yards) 44, 44HT
* Other tape lengths may be available; contact your 3M sales representative or Customer Service for information.
† These tape charts are intended to serve as comparative guides for tape selection purposes. All property values shown are typical
and are not intended for specification purposes. They are based on tests performed in accordance with ASTM D1000, except
Electrolytic Corrosion Factor, which is a 3M test method available on request. Proposed specifications detailing maximum and
minimum values are also available on request.
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Tape Adhesives
Thermosetting Rubber (RT): Thermosetting rubber
adhesives have high initial adhesion and electrical
purity. When properly thermoset, a rubber-resin
adhesive system is designed to provide more
aggressive adhesion and bonding, higher solvent
resistance and higher heat resistance.
Acrylic (A): Acrylic adhesives have high solvent
resistance and do not require pre-baking or
thermosetting because they are made from synthetic
polymers specifically formulated to resist heat,
oxidation, solvents and oils, and exhibit acceptable
performance in many applications without a
cure cycle.
Silicone (ST): Silicone adhesive systems are perfect
for high temperature applications because they have
exceptional heat resistance, are inorganic, require
higher temperatures for the thermosetting reaction,
and, if burned, leave a nonconductive residue.
Product Shelf Life
All 3M™ Electrical Tapes have a 5-year shelf life
(excluding 3M 40 tape) following the date of
manufacture. It is 3M’s standard procedure to
ship any product with at least two years of its shelf life
remaining. Any special request for a specific shelf life
requirement may require a larger-than-stated
minimum order quantity (MOQ) that justifies a non-
scheduled product run. Contact your 3M sales
representative for specific shelf life and minimum
order quantity requirements. (No product returns will
be accepted on special shelf life request orders.)
About 3M™ Insulating and Conductive Tapes
Time Rubber-Resin Acrylic Silicon
1 hour 150°C (300°F) 150°C (300°F) –
2 hours 135°C (275°F) 135°C (275°F) –
3 hours 120°C (250°F) 120°C (250°F) 260°C (500°F)
24 hours – – 260°C (500°F)
(for maximum solvent resistance)
Recommended Thermosetting Time & Temperatures for Adhesive Systems
Important Note: Before using any products from
3M, you should review the product label and/or
Safety Data Sheet.
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Slitting
Precision slitting ± 0.005" (0.127 mm) may be available
for some tapes upon request. The minimum width for
this service is 0.125" and the maximum width is 2.000".
Standard slitting tolerances are dependent on the type
of backing. All tapes have a width tolerance of ± 1/64",
with the exception of some polyesters, vinyl, acetate
and glass cloth which have a tolerance of ± 1/32".
Printing Options
There are five available methods for imprinting tapes:
Ink Jet, Hand Stamping/Hot Stamping, Letterpress,
Flexographic, and Offset. All 3M™ Electrical Tapes
are printable by hot stamping. Some tapes in the 3M
line are more suited for the other methods. Printer
converters who print with flexography should contact
their 3M sales representative to determine the tapes
that are suitable for this printing method.
Other 3M Tape Solutions
Customer Plant Survey: 3M will provide a technically
trained sales professional who can survey your plant,
manufacturing procedures, equipment and tapes,
and suggest ways to improve your product cost
effectiveness and make your plant more efficient –
all at no cost to you. Ask your 3M representative for
more details.
ISO Registration
The 3M facilities which manufacture the insulating and
conductive tapes in this publication have been registered
by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. to the International
Standards Organization (ISO) 9001 quality management
system standard. (Some facilities may be certified to
ISO-9002 standards. Contact 3M to confirm, if necessary.)
For the customer, registration provides proof of the quality
of suppliers’ systems. For companies with numerous
manufacturing sites, such as 3M, ISO registration provides
a consistent and efficient method of standardization. Prior
to actual use, the product label and/or Safety Data Sheet
should be reviewed.
Log Only Products
The following 3M Tapes are not available in slit rolls:
12, 16, 44D-A, 44T-A, 55, 1093, 1157R, 1318, 1350F, 1350T
and 1351. These products must be purchased through an
authorized slitter/distributor.
Industry Standard Test Methods
This publication is a comparative guide for tape selection
purposes. All property values shown are typical and are not
intended for specification purposes. With the exception of
Electrolytic Corrosion Factor, which is a 3M Test Method
available on request, the properties are based on tests
performed in accordance with recognized industry standard
procedures:
• IEC 60454 Specification for pressure-sensitive adhesive
tapes for electrical purposes, Part 2: Methods of Test
• ASTM-D1000 Test methods for pressure-sensitive
adhesive-coated tapes used for electrical and electronic
applications
Proposed specifications detailing maximum and minimum
values are also available.
Other Quality 3M Electrical Products
3M makes exceptional high-temperature flexible insulation
products, heat shrink tubing and molded shapes, liquid
resins and wire management products for electrical and
electronic applications. For complete information, go to
www.3M.com/electrical/oem.
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3M™ Flexible Insulation Products
are recommended for:
• Ground, phase and
interwinding insulation for
dry-type transformers
• Slot, phase and wedge insulation
for electric
motors and generators
• Flame barrier insulation for
appliances
• Collars for voice coils used
in loudspeakers
• Lens wrap cushioning for eye
glass lens production
• Wire and cable wrap
• Specialty paper base for
tamper-proof labels
3M ThermaVolt Calendared
Inorganic Insulating Paper
3M ThermaVolt Calendared
Insulating Paper is an inorganic-
based paper developed to meet
the high performance required
for use in high-temperature, dry-
type transformers. It offers good
dielectric characteristics and thermal
conductivity – making it especially
suitable for use as interwinding
insulation in strip-wound coils. It
also has been designed for use as
major ground insulation in electrical
insulation systems up to Class N
(200˚C).
3M CeQUIN I and II Inorganic
Insulating Paper, Laminates and
Boards
3M CeQUIN Inorganic Insulating
Paper is 3M’s highest inorganic-
content paper; comprised primarily
of glass fibers and microfibers,
inorganic fillers, and less than 10%
organic materials. It is capable
of performance at temperature
peaks up to 250°C and is a highly
flexible paper. This paper has found
a wide variety of uses over the
years including use as interwinding
insulation for foil wound dry-type
transformers.
3M TufQUIN Hybrid Insulating
Paper 110
3M TufQUIN Hybrid Insulating Paper
110 is a flexible, conformable paper
which has physical toughness in the
form of high tensile strength and
excellent tear resistance.
3M TufQUIN paper 110 offers good
dielectric characteristics and thermal
conductivity in conjunction with
high- temperature performance.
3M Thermal Shield PPS
Non-Woven Insulating Paper
3M Thermal Shield PPS Non-Woven
Insulating Paper is designed for use
in applications requiring long-term
exposure to high temperatures. The
paper is resistant to some chemicals
including oils, solvents, and most
acids and bases. Thermal Shield
paper can be used in a variety of
applications without drying. Thermal
Shield paper may be laminated to
polyester film or resin coated to help
enhance its performance.
3M Flexible Insulation Products
also are available in laminate
form, as two-ply and three-ply
using polyester film. Ask your 3M
sales representative or authorized
distributor for details.
3M™ Flexible Insulation Products
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Voltage Endurance
3M™ Inorganic Insulating Materials retain a
high percentage of dielectric strength even
after extended exposure to high operating
temperatures. They also will exhibit greater
voltage endurance under continuous electrical
stress than many other electrical insulation
materials, helping improve equipment reliability.
Thermal Conductivity
The high thermal conductivity of inorganic
papers helps achieve the heat dissipation
required in today’s high-efficiency electrical
apparatus, allowing the design of smaller,
more cost-effective equipment.
Varnish Absorption
The good varnish absorption
characteristics of inorganic paper
can enhance its already high thermal
conductivity, allowing equipment to run
cooler, quieter, and last longer.
Low Moisture Absorption
Manufactured with less than 1% moisture
content, inorganic papers exhibit low moisture
absorption even in humid environments. This
gives them dimensional stability and reduces
the need for extended drying cycles.
Benefits
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