Electrical insulation paper

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  • About electrical insulation paper

    Electrical insulation paper provides good cushioning, puncture resistance and toughness. These tapes are ideal for banding coils, covering bobbin-wound coils and for end-turn taping. 

    Paper insulation tape characteristics:

    • Available with aggressive rubber resin adhesive
    • Conformable
    • Operating temperature of 105°C
    • Available as flat back or crepe paper
    • Available in a range of thicknesses

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  • Search electrical insulation paper

    Browse electrical insulation paper tapes below for more detailed information and product data sheets. If you would like to ask us a question about any of these products, simply click on “add to wish list” and the product details can be added to a contact form once you’re ready to get in touch.


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    • Tensile strength (N/cm²)
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    Any data provided relates to values typically generated when measuring these materials, and is offered as a guide to material selection. However it is not guaranteed and the user is responsible for evaluating the suitability of a product for the application it is intended for. Some test methods may vary, please refer to data sheet or call for assistance.

    Title Stock status Adhesion to steel (N/cm) Adhesive Carrier Colour Electrostatic corrosion Elongation (%) Insulation resistance (MΩ) Manufacturer / SOS Max. short temp (˚C) Tensile strength (N/cm²) Thickness (mm)
    3M 12 Flatback Paper Tape 3M 12 Flatback Paper Tape 1 4.4 Rubber Paper Yellow N/A N/A >1x10⁶ 3M™ 53 0.14
    3M 16 Crepe Paper Tape 3M 16 Crepe Paper Tape 1 5.3 Rubber Paper Yellow N/A 10 >1x10⁶ 3M™ 44 0.29
  • Tape in action

    Read through our case studies to find relevant, real-life examples of the powerful problem solving capabilities of a electrical insulation paper! Browse all case studies to learn more about custom die-cut components and our tape converting capabilities.


  • Customising your tape

    Utilising the latest converting technologies, we can customise your electrical insulation paper to create non-standard roll widths and lengths, or convenient and easy to handle components. Customising your tape offers a number of benefits, including cost savings and enhanced product design.


  • Learn more about paper insulating tapes

    To learn more about our paper insulating tapes and their uses, browse through our range of interesting and relevant videos, news and other media.


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