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A roll of green vinyl electrical tape, half-inch wide, twenty feet long

3M

3M 10265 Scotch Green Electrical Tape 1/2 Inch x 20 ft

SKU CH-1H5H-1P7W8

Green vinyl electrical tape rated to 600 V and 105 °C for phase identification and motor-lead colour coding

  • Color familyGreen
  • Product typeElectrical
  • Green vinyl tape for reliable 600 V insulation
  • Operates from 32 °F to 221 °F in harsh environments
  • 20 ft roll covers multiple wiring jobs
  • Series 35 rubber adhesive bonds securely to cables
  • Green colour enables quick phase identification

Green vinyl tape for electrical identification

This 3M 10265 Scotch tape is a green vinyl electrical tape supplied in a 20 foot roll. It is rated for 600 volts and designed for general purpose insulation. The tape suits electricians and technicians who need reliable colour coding for motor leads, piping systems or phase identification.

Temperature range and adhesive performance

The tape operates continuously from 0 to 105 degrees Celsius, equivalent to 32 to 221 degrees Fahrenheit. Its rubber based adhesive maintains grip across this span without melting or becoming brittle in normal service. The 7 mil vinyl backing resists abrasion and moisture during everyday use.

Sustained load behaviour and limitations

Under continuous electrical load at the rated 600 volts the insulation remains stable throughout the stated temperature window. The product is not suited for applications that exceed the maximum temperature rating or require a higher voltage class. Buyers needing wider rolls, different colours or high temperature specialised tapes should select an alternative product.

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Price $193.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 424 comparable items (median $56.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand name3M
Color familyGreen
Product typeElectrical

Questions about this item

How do I wrap the 1/2 inch by 20 foot Scotch 35 tape so it seals at the 600 V rating?

Stretch the vinyl tape as you wrap, overlapping each turn by half its width, and press firmly so the rubber adhesive bonds to itself; the stretch activates the 7 mil thickness needed for the 600 V insulation rating.

When should I replace the green colour-coding tape on motor leads that run up to 105 °C?

Inspect the tape at each service interval; replace it if the green colour has faded, the edges curl, or the rubber adhesive feels brittle, because heat cycling above 105 °C accelerates ageing.

What is the first sign the tape will fail during continuous 600 V loading near its 105 °C limit?

The rubber adhesive softens and the vinyl backing darkens before dielectric breakdown occurs, so discolouration or a tacky surface is the early warning to re-tape the joint.

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