Red Silicone Tape, MIL-I-46852

Silicone fusion tape is a special formulation of high-technology polysiloxanes that meets A-A-59163 and Mil-I-46852 specifications. This tape is non-flammable, self-extinguishing and binds only to itself without any adhesive. Forms an excellent seal that is weather/water/air-tight when wrapped around electrical connections and connectors, cable and wiring splices, hydraulic hose protection sleeves, duct joints and other electro-mechanical devices. The special silicone formulation of this tape self-fuses (self-amalgamating) when stretched and over-wrapped. Completely flexible at cold temperatures and can be used to +500º F / +260º C continuous exposure. Does not support combustion and resists heat, flame, welding splatter, molten metals, solder drips, slag, sparks, Ozone, UV light and contamination.

Can be wrapped over oily or wet surfaces and is an excellent emergency repair tape for hoses and pipes. Used extensively in aviation, marine and industrial maintenance, repair and overhaul operations. Silicone tape when over-wrapped under tension adheres to itself and fuses, forming a solid protective shield in 24 hours at room temperature or in just 4 hours at +356º F / +180º C. The tape starts to self-fuse / self-bond as it is used, and can be re-seated if necessary only within a few seconds of over-wrapping. After just a minute or two it is usually necessary to remove the tape with a knife or scissors.