2228-2X3FT* 3M, 2228-2X3FT* Datasheet - Page 2

• Manufacturer Part Number: 2228-2X3FT*
• Description: RUBBER MASTIC TAPE 2" X 3'
• Manufacturer: 3M
• Series: Scotch® 2228r

Specifications of 2228-2X3FT*

• Tape Type: Mastic Pad
• Adhesive: Rubber, Self Fusing
• Backing, Carrier: Ethylene Propylene Rubber
• Thickness: 0.065" (65 mils, 1.651mm)
• Width: 2.00" (50.80mm)
• Length: 3' (914.4mm) 1 yd
• Color: Black
• Usage: Insulating, Moisture Sealing
• Temperature Range: 194°F (90°C)
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Thickness - Adhesive: -
• Thickness - Backing, Carrier, Liner: -
• Other names: 00054007434788; 05400743478; 80611200777

3M Water Seal Test
Samples were constructed using
2228 tape as a seal between PVC
cable jackets and connecting
ground wires (3M Cable Grounding
Kit 2252). The specimens were
thermal cycled in water baths at
25 C and 90 C. The total test time
of 336 hours revealed no significant
change in insulation resistance.
The results exceed requirements
listed in UL 486D “Standard for
Insulated Wire Connectors for Use
With Underground Connectors” for
insulation resistance (6.0
megohms, section 7.1) and
dielectric voltage withstand (2.2 kv,
1 minute, section 8.1).
Important Notice to Purchaser:
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Specification
The tape shall be 65 mils (1,65
mm) thick. The tape must be
ethylene propylene rubber based
and coated with a rubber mastic
pressure sensitive adhesive. The
tape must be classified for normal
service temperatures up to 90 C
with allowable short–term exposure
up to 130 C.
The tape must be applicable at
temperatures of 0 C to 38 C
without loss of physical properties.
The tape must be classified for use
in both indoor and
weather–exposed outdoor
environments.
The tape must not split or crack
when exposed to normal operating
temperatures and environments.
The tape must be compatible with
synthetic cable and wire
insulations. The tape shall not be
corrosive to aluminum, or copper
conductors.
Printed on 50% recycled
waste paper, including 10%
post-consumer waste paper.
Installation
Scotch 2228 should be applied in
half–lapped layers until desired
insulation build up is reached.
Stretch the tape to 3/4 of its original
width during application for good
conformability and to obtain a
moisture tight seal.
Scotch 2228 should be
overwrapped for mechanical
protection with two half–lapped
layers of Scotch Brand vinyl
electrical tape.
Shelf Life
2228 tape has a five year shelf life
(from date of manufacture) when
stored under the following
recommended storage conditions.
Store behind present stock in a
clean, dry place at a temperature of
70 F (21 C) and 40–50% relative
humidity. Good stock rotation is
recommended.
Availability
Scotch 2228 Rubber Splicing Tape
is available from your local 3M
authorized distributor.