3M™ Epoxy Film Electrical Tape 1 with Thermosetting Acrylic Adhesive

Data Sheet April 2021

Product Description 3M™ Epoxy Film Electrical Tape 1 is a white UL recognized flame retardant, 3.7-mil (0.094 mm)
thick tape composed of a polyester film reinforced with a thermoset, flame-retardant epoxy resin
coated on one side and coated on the epoxy layer with a non-corrosive, thermosetting acrylic
pressure-sensitive adhesive.

 Commonly used in applications such as wrapping capacitors, relays, coils, transformers,

bobbin-wound shaded-pole motors and wire harnesses
 Adhesive requires no heat, moisture or other manner of preparation to affect application
 Designed for continuous operation not exceeding 130°C (266°F) per UL and CSA listings


Properties
Value Value
Physical Properties Electrical Properties
Imperial (Metric) Imperial (Metric)
Color - Visual White Comparative Tracking Index (CTI)4 I
Adhesive Thermosetting Acrylic Dielectric Breakdown1 - Minimum 6000 V
Backing Polyester Film / Epoxy Resin Electrolytic Corrosion Factor3 1.0
2 1
Flame Retardant Pass Insulation Resistance - Minimum 1x1012 Ω
Value
Mechanical Properties
Imperial (Metric)
Backing Thickness - Nominal 2.4 mil (0.061 mm)
3.7 +/- 0.4 mils
Total Thickness1
(0.094 +/- 0.01 mm)
Adhesion to Steel1 - Minimum 25 oz/in (2.7 N/cm)
Breaking Strength1 - Minimum 25 lb/in (44 N/cm)
Elongation1 - Minimum 100%
Notes:
1. ASTM D1000 Test Method - properties measured at room temperature 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise stated
2. UL Recognized Flame Retardant per UL510A Standard
3. 3M Test Method ETM-54001 - 1.0 equates to no corrosion observed
4. UL Recognized to meet UL840 Material Group when tested to IEC 60112 on both sides of the tape

Agency Approvals &  UL Component Recognized: UL510A Standard, Category OANZ2, File No. E17385
Self Certifications  CSA Certified: Standard C22.2 No. 66, File No. 093411, Class 9052-30

 For Regulatory information including RoHS, REACH, please visit www.3M.com/regs

Shelf Life & Storage This product has a 5-year shelf life (from date of manufacture) when stored in humidity-
controlled storage (50°F/10°C to 80°F/27°C and <75% relative humidity).

Availability 3M™ Epoxy Film Electrical Tape 1 available from 3M authorized distributors/converters

Also available from 3M.com/oem or call 1.800.245.3573.

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