Busbar Insulation Tape

Raychem High Voltage Busbar Insulation Tape is a heat-shrinkable, adhesive coated tape which provides insulation enhancement and protection against accidentally induced discharge. HVBT tape is designed to combine the integrity of a heat-shrinkable tubing with the versatility of a wraparound product.HVBT tape is quick and easy to install. Upon application of heat the tape shrinks down and the adhesive lining melts amalgamating the overlapping layers together, producing a complete lap to lap seal.
A single layer of HVBT tape, two-thirds over lapped, will provide AC voltage withstand (flashover protection) to at least 17.5 kV increasing to 25 kV if a second layer is applied.
Although HVBT tape will stick to itself and other insulating materials it will not adhere to metal or porcelain allowing easy removal for maintenance.

Applications:

• HVBT tape offers a simple and effective solution to the problems of retrofit insulation of busbars particularly where existing equipment cannot be dismantled.
• It can be used for indoor and outdoor applications and is easily installed over a wide variety of shapes including complex connections.

Features/benefits:

• Compatible with all other products in the Raychem MV insulation enhancement system.
• Easy to apply using readily available equipment.
• Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
• Excellent anti-tracking properties.
• Continuous operating temperature up to 70°C.
• Extremely versatile and flexible at temperatures as low as -40°C, the 30% shrink ratio enables coverage of almost any shape.
• Good thermal emissivity and contact with busbars means no derating is required.
• Manufactured from non-halogen based materials, reducing the toxic and corrosive effects in the event of fire.
• Can be stored indefinitely at temperatures up to 50°C without loss of performance.