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3M™ Scotchkote™
Electrical Coating FD
Data Sheet April 2013
Product
Description
3M™ Scotchkote™ Electrical Coating FD is designed as a fast-drying se alant
and bonding agent intended for use on joints wrap ped with plastic electrical tape.
Product Features
Compatible with Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tapes
Fast drying
Flexible when dry
Self-contained applicator
Virtually no waste if container resealed after use
Applications
Electrical Coating FD is intended for use as an outer seal on vinyl tape
applications which are subjecte d to excessive amounts of oil. It is designed to
improve the weather resistance of the taped joi nt of splice. It is suitable for direct
burial, direct water immersion or above ground applications. Contact with
potable water is not recommended.
Precautionary and first aid information for this product may be found in its
Material Safety Data Sheet and on the product container.
Application
Techniques
After taping splices with Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tape, apply Electrical Coating
FD evenly over splice, extending a short distance onto the cable insulation. Be
sure the surface is clean, dry and free from oil or grease before electrical coating
is applied.
3M™ Scotchkote™ Electrical Coating FD
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Typical Physical
Properties
Technical information provided consists of typical product data and should not be used for
specification purposes. Unless otherwise noted, all tests are performed at room
temperature.
Physical Properties Typical Value
Tack Free Time @ 72°F/22°C 12 minutes
Adhesion to:
Wood
Metal
Rubber
Plastic
Good
Good
Good
Good
Electrical Properties Typical Value
Dielectric Strength:
Dry
24 hrs. in H20
450 volts/mil
200 volts/mil
Chemical Properties Typical Value
Solvent Acetone
Solids (28%) Synthetic rubber & resin
Flash Point -4°F/-20°C (closed cup)
Shelf Life & Storage
This product has a 2-year shelf life from date of manufacture when stored in a
humidity controlled storage (10°C/50°F to 27°C/80°F and <75% relative
humidity).
Availability
Please contact your local distributor; available from 3M.com/electrical [Where to Buy] or
call 1.800.245.3573.
Important Notice
All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3M’s products are based on information believed to
be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Bef ore using this product, you must evaluate it and
determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Any
statements related to the product, which are not contained in 3M’s current publications, or any contrary statements
contained on your purchase order, shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writ ing, by an aut horized
officer of 3M.
Warranty; Limited
Remedy; Limited
Liability
This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture at the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO
OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If this product is defective within the
warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M’s option, to replace or repair the 3M
product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be
liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from this 3M
product, regardless of the legal theory asserted.
Electrical Markets Division
6801 River Place Blvd.
Austin, TX 78726-9000
800.245.3573
FAX: 800.245.0329
www.3M.com/electrical
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