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3M™ Scotch-Seal™ Mastic Tape

and Pads 2229

Product

Description

3M™ Scotch-Seal™ Mastic Tape and Pads 2229 are conformable, durable, tacky

mastic coated on an easy release liner. The product is designed for quick and easy

insulating, padding and sealing of objects that need to be protected from adverse

environmental conditions. It is well suited for corrosion protection applicants and is

resistant to U.V. radiation.

Data Sheet

May 2013

Agency Approvals

& Self

Certifications

RoHS

2011/65/EU

"RoHS 2011/65/EU" means that the product or part does not contain any of the

substances in excess of the maximum concentration values (“MCVs”) in EU RoHS

Directive 2011/65/EU. The MCVs are by weight in homogeneous materials. This

information represents 3M's knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole or in

part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.

Product Features

 Excellent adhesion and sealing characteristics to metals, rubbers, synthetic cable

insulations and jackets.

 Stable over wide temperature range while maintaining its sealing properties.

 Conformable and moldable for easy applications over irregular surfaces.

 Does not crack when subjected to repeated flexing.

 Fully compatible with most semi-con jacketing materials.

 Material exhibits self-healing characteristics after being punctured or cut.

 Chemical resistance.

 Exhibits very low cold-flow.

 Retains its flexibility at low temperatures resulting in ease of application and

continuous performance at reduced temperatures.

Applications

 For sealing high-voltage cable splice and termination accessories for

90º C continuous operating temperature.

 For insulating electrical connections rated up to 1000 volts if over

wrapped with vinyl or rubber electrical tape.

 For padding irregular-shaped connections.

 For providing corrosion protection to a wide variety of electrical

connections and applications.

 For sealing ducts and cable end seals.

 For sealing against dust, soil, water and other environmental conditions