Description
Boston Silicone Self-Fusing Tape in black is a 3 metre roll of stretchy repair tape made for quick fixes on leaking pipes and hoses. It fuses to itself as you wrap it, so there is no glue involved. It forms a watertight and airtight wrap, which makes it a handy emergency item for the plumbing kit, the toolbox or the shed.
About the formula
This is a silicone tape with no adhesive coating. It bonds only to itself, which means it does not leave sticky residue and can be removed cleanly when the job is done. The tape stretches well beyond three times its length, and that stretch is what lets it pull tight around pipes, hoses and fittings. It is rated for a very wide temperature range, from -55°C to +260°C. The black colour hides dirt and grime and blends in with black fittings.
Where to use it
Indoors: temporary sealing of weeping pipes, hose joins and fittings around the laundry, bathroom, kitchen or workshop; adding a comfortable, slip-resistant grip to tool handles.
Outdoors: emergency repairs on garden hoses and tubing, and general fast fixes around the home, garden or workshop.
The tape is designed for wrapping around pipes, hoses, fittings and tool handles. It is a multipurpose repair tape, so it also suits many other small wrap-and-seal jobs.
How to use it
Make sure the area you are repairing is clean and free of dirt and grease. Peel back the end of the tape and begin wrapping straight over the leak. Stretch the tape as you wind it on and overlap each turn, extending past the damaged spot on both sides. Press the finished wrap firmly so the layers fuse into one continuous seal. To fit a tool grip, wrap the tape around the handle in the same way. Cut the tape to length with scissors or a knife.
Important notes
Boston positions this tape for emergency and quick repairs. If a pipe or hose is badly damaged, plan to replace the affected section. Because the tape fuses only to itself, it will not stick to a surface if simply laid flat, so always wrap it back over itself. Keep the unused roll in a cool, dry place out of direct sun. Please follow the instructions that come with the pack.
Specifications
| Brand |
Boston |
| Product |
Silicone Self-Fusing Tape |
| Pack |
1 roll, 3m length |
| Colour |
Black |
| Material |
Silicone |
| Application |
Hand wrapped, fuses to itself (no adhesive) |
| Stretch |
Over 300% |
| Temperature range |
-55°C to +260°C |
| Use |
Pipe and hose leak repair, tool grips |
Safety
As a general precaution, keep the tape out of reach of small children. Do not rely on it as a permanent fix for pressurised or safety-critical plumbing. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for full details.
