What is tape splicing?

Tape editing/splicing is one of those things that many people think is extremely complicated. You physically cut out unwanted words, phrases or sounds and rejoin the remaining pieces with adhesive (splice) tape. To edit you must first understand the order of the tape heads. The order is Erase, Record, Play (ERP).

Is splicing tape double sided?

Double-sided tapes are commonly used in flying splices, manual splices, core starting, and roll finishing applications.

Is splicing tape electrical tape?

Linerless Rubber Splicing Tape Scotch 130C Electrical Tape is a highly conformable, linerless Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR), high-voltage insulating tape that provides excellent thermal dissipation of splice heat.

In which type of splicing an adhesive is used?

Mechanical splicing uses a small, mechanical splice, about 6cm long and 1cm in diameter that permanently joins the two optical fibers. This precisely aligns two bare fibers and then secures them mechanically. A snap-type cover, an adhesive cover, or both, are used to permanently fasten the splice.

What is linerless rubber splicing tape used for?

3M Scotch 130C Linerless Rubber Splicing Tape is a highly conformable, linerless Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR), high-voltage insulating tape that provides excellent thermal dissipation of splice heat. The tape is designed for use in splicing and terminating wires and cables.

Can splicing tape be used as electrical tape?

Duck Self-Fusing Rubber Splicing Tape is designed for use in splicing and terminating wires and cables. The tape is self-fusing which means it is an adhesive-free tape that fuses only to itself (no sticky residue left on surfaces).

What is splicing compound?

3M Linerless Splicing Compound 2242 is a multipurpose rubber insulating tape designed for use in splicing and terminating wires and cables rated up to 194°F (90°C). It can be wrapped, stretched or molded around irregular shapes for quick, smooth insulation build-up.

Is rubber splicing tape waterproof?

Self-bonding helps makes an air and watertight seal. Rubber tapes repel moisture and are a great solution for outdoor applications or in manholes where water may occasionally seep in.

What are splicing techniques?

There are five basic steps to fusion splicing with a splicing machine.

Put on the fusion splice protection sleeve.
Strip the fiber.
Cleave the fiber.
Put the fibers into the fiber holders in the fusion splicer.
Heat shrink the protection sleeve to protect the splicing joint.

What kind of tape do you use for splicing cables?

Tape Splices When you want the versatility of tape, Scotch®cable splicing kits are the answer for almost any application, regardless of cable type or size. Scotch®splicing tape is designed for extra-long shelf life, so there’s less chance of being caught without the supplies you need for emergencies.

What types of splicing kits are available?

Modular splice kits are available for single conductor PILC equipment connections and tap splicing. Resin Splices 3M resin splicing kits are used in a variety of applications where conditions require the unique properties of 3M resins.

How does a tape splice work?

For a tape splice, the cable strand shielding is replaced by a semi-conductive tape. This tape is wrapped over the connector area to smooth the crimp indents and connector edges.

Why choose 3M splicing products?

The 3M product line covers splicing needs from 0-600V to 35 kV applications. You can be assured of dependable performance, stability and long life with every splice you make. With 3M, you can choose the right splice to ﬁt your speciﬁc needs. 3M incorporates ﬁeld proven technologies providing reliable, durable splicing products.