Product Description:
This non-detectable underground communications tape is designed to provide a clear warning message for buried communication cables. It complies with all current Australian standards and specifications, ensuring high performance and durability in various soil conditions.
Standard Compliance:
AS/NZS 2648.1:1995: This tape adheres to the specifications set by AS/NZS 2648.1:1995 for underground marking tapes.
Message:
Warning Text: "WARNING COMMUNICATION CABLE BELOW" + AS/NZS logo
Repetition: The warning message is printed at regular intervals along the tape.
Print Adhesion: The print adhesion is no less than 90%, ensuring the message remains clear and visible over time.
Colour:
Tape Colour: White
Print Colour: Black overprint for high contrast and visibility.
Dimensions:
Width: 150mm
Thickness: 100 microns
Length: 100 metres
Material:
Base Material: Polyethylene tape, a thermoplastic material known for its durability and flexibility.
Stabilizers: Includes stabilizers to resist the deteriorating effects of alkaline and acidic soil conditions.
Fungus Resistance: The tape is resistant to fungus, enhancing its longevity in various environments.
Strength and Durability:
Tear Resistance: The tape has a tear resistance of 7.0N at an elongation of 700%, ensuring it can withstand significant stress without breaking.
Impact Resistance: It will withstand penetration by a dart mass of 160g (15,-0), demonstrating its robustness.
Toughness: The tape's toughness and elongation levels allow mechanical diggers to pull the tape to the surface before it breaks, facilitating easy identification and retrieval.
Country of Origin:
Made in Australia: This product is manufactured in Australia, ensuring high-quality standards and supporting local industry.