Ideal Industries Underground Warning Tape Caution Buried Electric Line
Professional-Grade Detectable Underground Utility Marking System
The Ideal Industries Underground Warning Tape delivers professional-grade utility marking performance for buried electrical line identification and protection. This detectable aluminum foil core tape features APWA color code compliance designed for electrical contractors, utility installers, and excavation professionals, providing the reliable underground utility protection and industry-leading safety standards that electrical professionals demand.
Professional Features & Benefits
Advanced Detection Technology
- Solid Aluminum Foil Core - Provides reliable metal detection for underground utility location and excavation safety
- Detectable Construction - Ensures accurate utility line identification during excavation and construction projects
- APWA Color Code Compliance - Meets American Public Works Association red color standards for electrical utility identification
- 3-Inch Width Coverage - Provides maximum visibility and protection zone for buried electrical installations
Durability & Environmental Protection
- Soil Degradation Resistance - Formulated to resist acid and alkali degradation commonly found in soil conditions
- Lead-Free Construction - Uses lead-free pigments and organic lead-free ink for environmental safety compliance
- 1000-Foot Length - Provides extensive coverage for large electrical installation and utility projects
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 3 inches wide x 1000 feet length, red APWA compliant color, solid aluminum foil core construction, lead-free pigment formulation, acid and alkali resistant material composition, detectable metal core for utility location equipment compatibility, underground burial rated construction.
Installation & Setup
- Excavate utility trench to required depth following local electrical code requirements for professional installation results
- Install electrical conduit or direct burial cable according to NEC specifications and local utility standards
- Position warning tape 12-18 inches above buried electrical utilities for optimal detection and safety compliance
- Unroll tape continuously along entire length of buried electrical installation ensuring complete coverage
- Maintain proper tape tension during installation to prevent bunching or gaps in coverage areas
- Backfill excavation carefully to avoid damaging tape while maintaining proper soil compaction for utility protection
Professional Applications
Ideal for:
- Electrical Utility Installation - Primary and secondary electrical distribution systems, underground service entrances, and power transmission lines
- Commercial Construction Projects - Office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities requiring extensive underground electrical infrastructure
- Residential Electrical Systems - Underground service laterals, landscape lighting circuits, and residential electrical distribution
- Municipal Utility Projects - Street lighting systems, traffic signal installations, and public electrical infrastructure
- Industrial Electrical Installation - Manufacturing facilities, processing plants, and heavy industrial electrical distribution systems
- Telecommunications Infrastructure - Fiber optic installations, data center connections, and communication system underground runs
- Excavation Safety Compliance - Construction sites, utility maintenance, and infrastructure development projects requiring utility protection
- Utility Maintenance Operations - Service repairs, system upgrades, and electrical infrastructure expansion projects
Detectable Core Technology Advantage
Ideal Industries solid aluminum foil core technology provides superior detectability for electrical utility location equipment, ensuring accurate identification during excavation and construction activities. The metal core construction enables reliable detection by standard utility locating equipment, preventing accidental damage to buried electrical systems and ensuring excavation safety compliance for electrical contractors and construction professionals.
Why Choose Ideal Industries Quality?
Ideal Industries commitment to APWA color code compliance, environmental safety standards, and reliable underground utility protection ensures electrical professionals receive superior marking tape performance. The lead-free construction, soil degradation resistance, and detectable aluminum core technology provide long-term reliability and safety compliance for electrical utility installations, meeting industry standards for underground electrical system protection and excavation safety requirements.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Caution Tape
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Deparetment:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Panels & Inlets