3M Super 88 Vinyl Electrical Tape Data Sheet

Scotch Super 88 Electrical Tape is a premium grade, 0.2mm thick, all-weather vinyl insulating tape. It is designed to perform continuously in a temperature ambient of up to 105�C (220�F). The tape has excellent resistance to abrasion, moisture, alkalis, acids, corrosion and varying weather conditions (including ultraviolet exposure). The combination of elastic backing and aggressive adhesive provides moisture-tight electrical and mechanical protection with minimum bulk. Super 88 is an Underwriters’ Laboratories Listed and Canadian Standards Association Certified “Insulating Tape”.


3M Super 88 Vinyl Electrical Tape Data Sheet - cover page
Brand
3M
Category
Other
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
2
File format
PDF
File size
72 KB
Published
09 April, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
6B0C821ACFE0B0A59015A210296BEDB1

About this manual

The Super 88 Vinyl Electrical Tape is a premium‑grade, 0.216 mm thick PVC tape with a pressure‑sensitive rubber adhesive. It provides continuous insulation up to 105 °C (220 °F) and remains pliable down to –18 °C (0 °F), making it suitable for indoor and outdoor applications.

The sheet details physical and electrical properties, installation techniques, and maintenance guidelines, and confirms UL 510 and CSA C22.2 certifications for use on wire splices and high‑voltage cable repairs.

What's inside

  • Tape Features
  • Physical and Electrical Properties
  • Physical Properties
  • Electrical Properties
  • Engineering/Architectural Specification
  • Installation Techniques
  • Maintenance

Specifications

Thickness0.216 mm
Dielectric breakdown (standard condition)10 kV
Continuous operating temperature105 °C (220 °F)
Voltage rating600 V
Flammability (UL 510)1 sec

Frequently asked questions

What is the voltage rating of the tape?

The tape is rated for 600 V according to UL 510.

Is the Super 88 tape UL listed?

Yes, it is UL listed under UL 510 as a flame‑retardant, cold‑ and weather‑resistant insulating tape.

What is the dielectric breakdown voltage of the tape?

Typical dielectric breakdown is 10 kV under standard conditions.

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