2788
Extruded Tape
2788 USES
2788 is an extruded butyl tape with a fixed PVC backing,
designed for use in electrical applications.
- For sealing and protection of joints in electrical cables
- For sealing in and around junction boxes
- For low voltage cable repair
- For sealing all types of overhead electrical connections up to 1kV
2788 DESCRIPTION
- Excellent adhesion to most rubber and plastic cable insulation materials
- Good physical and electrical properties
- PVC backing improves mechanical strength
- Easy and accurate to use with little waste and no mess
Performance
Unit | Nominal Value | Test Method | |
90° Peel Adhesion | N/cm | 9 | H48 |
180° Peel Adhesion | N/cm | 14 | H41 |
Specific Gravity | g/cm3 | 1.4 | H6 |
Insulation Resistance | ohms | 14 x 10 x 12 | BS903 |
Electrical Strength | kV/mm | 22 | BS903 |
Breaking Strength | N/cm | 28 | BS903 |
Service Temperature Range | °C | -40 to + 90 | °C |

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