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Ideal Industries Fish Tape 120 Foot Blued-Steel Replacement Tape 1600 lb Tensile Strength

Ideal Industries Fish Tape 120 Foot Blued-Steel Replacement Tape 1600 lb Tensile Strength

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Ideal Industries 120' Blued-Steel™ Replacement Fish Tape

Professional-Grade Wire Pulling Solution

The Ideal Industries 120' Blued-Steel™ Replacement Fish Tape delivers professional-grade wire pulling performance for electrical installations. This premium steel fish tape features unique blued finish technology designed for electricians, telecommunications professionals, and electrical contractors, providing the reliable performance and industry-leading quality that electrical professionals demand.

Professional Features & Benefits

Superior Steel Construction

  • 1,600 lb Tensile Strength - Exceptional pulling power for heavy-duty electrical installations and long conduit runs
  • Industry's Straightest Wire - Precision manufacturing ensures smooth feeding and reduced binding in conduits
  • Stiffer Design - Enhanced rigidity for long runs and challenging electrical installations
  • 120-Foot Length - Extended reach for commercial and industrial electrical projects

Blued-Steel™ Technology

  • Non-Oily Finish - Clean handling reduces contamination and improves grip during electrical work
  • Rust Resistance - Advanced blued finish protects against corrosion in harsh electrical environments
  • Professional Durability - Long-lasting performance for demanding electrical contractor applications

Technical Specifications

Length: 120 feet, Tensile Strength: 1,600 pounds, Construction: Premium blued steel with rust-resistant finish, Design: Replacement tape without case for existing fish tape reels, Wire Type: Industry's straightest steel wire for superior conduit navigation, Finish: Unique blued coating for enhanced durability and corrosion resistance

Installation & Setup

  1. Remove old fish tape from existing reel case ensuring proper disposal of worn tape
  2. Thread new blued-steel tape through reel mechanism following manufacturer's winding direction
  3. Secure tape end to reel hub using appropriate fastening method for your fish tape model
  4. Test tape feeding and retraction to ensure smooth operation before electrical installation work
  5. Verify tensile strength rating matches your wire pulling requirements for safe operation
  6. Store properly wound to maintain straightness and prevent kinking during electrical projects

Professional Applications

Ideal for:

  • Commercial Electrical Installation - Long conduit runs in office buildings, retail spaces, and commercial facilities
  • Industrial Wiring Projects - Heavy-duty wire pulling in manufacturing plants, warehouses, and industrial complexes
  • Residential Electrical Work - Home rewiring, circuit additions, and electrical system upgrades
  • Telecommunications Installation - Data cable pulling for network infrastructure and communication systems
  • Conduit Navigation - Complex electrical pathways requiring superior tape straightness and strength
  • Electrical Maintenance - Wire replacement and electrical system repairs in existing installations
  • Construction Projects - New building electrical rough-in and electrical infrastructure installation
  • Electrical Contractor Work - Professional wire pulling applications requiring maximum reliability and performance

Blued-Steel™ Technology Advantage

Ideal Industries' exclusive Blued-Steel™ technology provides superior performance for electrical professionals through precision-engineered steel construction with advanced surface treatment. The unique blued finish eliminates oily residue while providing exceptional rust resistance, ensuring clean handling and long-lasting durability in demanding electrical environments. This professional-grade fish tape maintains the industry's straightest wire profile for smooth conduit navigation and reduced installation time.

Why Choose Ideal Industries Quality?

Ideal Industries demonstrates unwavering commitment to electrical professional success through precision-engineered fish tape solutions that exceed industry standards. With 1,600-pound tensile strength and rust-resistant blued finish, this replacement tape delivers the reliable performance and professional durability that electrical contractors demand for safe, efficient wire pulling operations in commercial, industrial, and residential electrical installations.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Group:
Electrical Installation Tools
Department:
Electrical
Product Subgroup:
Fish Tape & Rods
Product Type:
Fish Tape

Ideal Industries 31-036 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Ideal 31-036 fish tape work in my existing fish tape reel, or do I need a whole new case?
The 31-036 is a replacement tape only, no case. It is meant to be threaded into a reel you already own: pull the worn tape out, feed the new blued steel tape through the reel mechanism in the winding direction the reel calls for, and secure the tape end to the hub using whatever fastening your reel model uses. If you do not already have a reel on the truck, you need a complete fish tape assembly instead, not this tape.
2) Steel fish tape or a fiberglass one, which should an electrician be pulling with?
Steel is the stiff option. The 31-036 is a stiffer steel tape built to push through long runs and multiple bends without collapsing on itself, and it feeds cleanly because the wire is held very straight. That stiffness is exactly why steel is the wrong choice near energized work: steel conducts. For pulling in or around live panels, a non-conductive tape is the safer tool. For dead conduit runs, steel pushes farther.
3) How long a conduit run can I pull with a 120 foot fish tape?
120 feet of steel gives you the reach for commercial and industrial runs, and in practice that is the run length plus the bends and slack you lose at each pull box. Plan on the tape being shorter in usable terms than the number on the spool. For office building and warehouse home runs it is the common working length; short residential device drops rarely need it.
4) What does 1,600 lb tensile strength on a fish tape actually mean for pulling wire?
1,600 pounds is the tape's rated tensile strength, which is what it can take before it fails, not a target pulling force. It is there so the tape survives a hard pull on a long or bound run rather than snapping in the pipe. Match it against the pull force your wire and run actually demand before you lean on it, and stop pulling if the tape starts stretching rather than moving.
5) What is the Ideal part number for the 120 foot blued steel replacement fish tape?
Order Ideal Industries 31-036. That is the 120 foot Blued-Steel replacement tape, supplied as bare tape for reloading a reel. Length is the differentiator across the Blued-Steel replacement line, so quote the 31-036 number rather than just asking for a blued tape.
6) Does the blued finish on Ideal fish tape leave oil on your hands and on the wire?
No. The Blued-Steel finish is non-oily, so you are not wiping residue off your gloves or transferring it onto cable jackets in a finished space. It also resists rust, which matters if the tape lives in a damp truck bed or gets used in wet locations and then wound back up.
7) Can I use the Ideal 31-036 fish tape for low voltage and data cable, or is it electrical only?
It pulls data and communications cable as well as building wire. The same 120 foot steel tape is used for network infrastructure and telecom cable pulls; nothing about it is specific to power conductors. The one caution is the same as for any steel tape: keep it away from energized equipment.
8) How should fish tape be stored so it does not kink?
Wind it back onto the reel under light tension and store it wound. A steel tape that is left loose or coiled loosely takes a set and kinks, and a kinked tape binds in the pipe and loses the straightness that makes it feed. Before the first job, run the tape out and back in to confirm the reel feeds and retracts smoothly with the new tape installed.
How fast can I get the Ideal Industries 31-036 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Ideal Industries 31-036 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Ideal Industries 31-036 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Ideal Industries 31-036?
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