Scotch Super 33 tape is great stuff, but Scotch Super 88 is even better- it's thicker, has a better adhesive, and it has better UV resistance. Cloth tape, AKA "friction tape", should be pitched into a trash can.
Scotch does make a "Linerless Splicing Tape" which is self-vulcanizing rubber, and is great for making a cable splice waterproof. You stretch it as you wind it onto the splice, and it sticks to itself. Cover that layer with Super 88 tape, and you never need to worry about water getting into that splice. If you can't find these tapes at Home Depot or similar home-improvement stores, try a commercial electrical supply house. If that's not convenient, go to 3M's online store and buy any Scotch product made. 73, Eric Lemmon WB6FLY -----Original Message----- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of hitekgearhead Sent: Wednesday, September 09, 2009 3:47 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] OT: Tape I have heard you all mention scotch super 33 vinyl electrical tape and recommended it for a few different uses. Is there still any use for rubber and cloth type electrical tapes for certain specific tasks?
