What is Tesa 53988?
Tesa 53988 is a premium-grade PVC electrical insulation tape designed for insulating, repairing, and bundling wires and cables. With excellent electrical properties and a reliable natural rubber adhesive, it offers strong bonding, flexibility, and durability. The tape is available in various colors, making it suitable for wire marking and classification in electrical installations and maintenance work.
Composition and Structure
- Material: Soft PVC backing for flexibility and durability
- Adhesive system: Natural rubber adhesive
- Total thickness: 0.15 mm
- Color options: Red, blue, brown, black, white, gray, green, yellow, yellow-green
- Compliant with key safety and electrical insulation standards
Key Properties
- Bond strength to steel: 2.5 N/cm
- Elongation at break: Up to 240%
- Tensile strength: 25 N/cm
- Dielectric breakdown voltage: 7000 V
- Long-term temperature resistance: Up to 90°C
- Short-term temperature resistance: Up to 90°C
- Available in a wide range of colors for easy identification
- Easy to tear, apply, and reposition during installation
Applications of Tesa 53988
- Electrical insulation of wires and cables
- Indoor electrical wiring in residential, commercial, and industrial settings
- Repair and bundling of wire harnesses
- Color-coded marking and classification of electrical lines
- Used in motors, transformers, capacitors, and voltage regulators
- Suitable for general maintenance and service tasks
Features & Benefits of Tesa 53988
- Excellent electrical insulation up to 7000 V
- High flexibility and elongation for easy application on curved or irregular surfaces
- Strong and consistent adhesion to steel and other surfaces
- Wide color range for organized cable identification
- Tear-resistant with good tensile strength
- Heat-resistant for continuous use up to 90°C
- Reliable performance in various indoor electrical environments
Comparison with Other Adhesive Tapes
- Thicker and more durable than standard PVC tapes
- Offers better electrical resistance compared to general-purpose tapes
- Superior flexibility and stretch performance under tension
- Broader color selection for enhanced visual organization
- Clean and residue-free removal versus lower-grade insulation tapes
Why Choose VST Malaysia?
At VST Malaysia, we supply high-quality electrical insulation solutions like Tesa 53988 that meet the demands of modern electrical engineering. Whether you need precise wire marking, strong adhesion, or high-voltage insulation, we deliver top-performing products with expert support. Trust VST Malaysia for reliable supply, technical advice, and industry-proven adhesive tapes.