Polythene

In general, polythene tapes:

  • Will peel clean from most surfaces.
  • Have some degree of electrical insulation due to the nature of Polythene.
  • Are not Flame Retardant and will burn easily unless specially formulated
  • Conform to awkward surfaces very well
  • Are water resistant
  • Are halogen free
  • Use non-corrosive adhesives which make them unlikely to react with the surface they are in contact with.

AT79 High Performance Polyethylene Self Amalgamating Tape

  • 0.75mm thickness
  • 34 kV/mm breakdown voltage
  • Resistant to a wide range of chemicals including, alkalis, hydraulic fluids and vegetable oils
  • Excellent voltage resistance
  • Water and ozone resistant
  • Strong
Applications
  • Temporary and emergency repair of plumbing joints
  • Insulation and waterproofing of electrical connections
  • Protection against rope chaffing on ships
Thickness 0.75mm
Breaking Load 12 N/cm
Elongation 600%
Service Temp 35°C to +130°C
Breakdown Voltage 34 kV/mm