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 electrical underground installations. This detectable aluminum foil core tape features APWA color code compliance designed for electricians, utility contractors, and electrical professionals, providing the reliable identification and industry-leading safety that underground electrical installations demand.
Professional Features & Benefits
Detectable Construction
- Solid Aluminum Foil Core - Provides reliable detection with underground locating equipment for enhanced safety
- Lead-Free Pigments - Environmentally safe formulation with organic lead-free ink for sustainable installations
- APWA Color Code Compliance - Meets American Public Works Association standards for proper utility identification
- 6 Inch Width Coverage - Provides maximum visibility and identification area for buried electric lines
Durability & Environmental Protection
- Soil Degradation Resistance - Formulated to resist acid and alkali degradation found in various soil conditions
- Long-Term Performance - Maintains visibility and structural integrity for extended underground service life
- Weather Resistant Construction - Withstands moisture, temperature variations, and environmental exposure
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 6 inches wide x 1,000 feet length, red color identification, solid aluminum foil core construction, APWA compliant marking, lead-free pigment formulation, acid and alkali resistant material composition, detectable with standard underground locating equipment.
Installation & Setup
- Excavate trench to proper depth following local electrical codes and utility installation requirements
- Install electrical conduit or direct burial cable according to NEC specifications and local regulations
- Backfill trench partially, leaving 12-18 inches above electrical installation for warning tape placement
- Unroll warning tape continuously along entire length of buried electrical installation without gaps
- Ensure tape lies flat and straight above electrical installation for maximum visibility during future excavation
- Complete backfill operation, maintaining proper soil compaction and grade restoration for professional results
Professional Applications
Ideal for:
- Underground Electrical Installations - Primary and secondary electrical distribution systems, service entrances, and feeder circuits
- Commercial Construction Projects - Office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, and institutional electrical systems
- Residential Electrical Work - Underground service entrances, landscape lighting, and outdoor electrical circuits
- Utility Infrastructure - Power distribution networks, street lighting systems, and municipal electrical installations
- Industrial Electrical Systems - Manufacturing facilities, processing plants, and heavy industrial electrical infrastructure
- Telecommunications Support - Electrical power systems supporting fiber optic and data communication installations
- Municipal Projects - Traffic signal systems, street lighting, and public facility electrical installations
- Emergency Repair Work - Temporary and permanent electrical system repairs requiring proper utility marking
Detectable Technology Advantage
Ideal Industries aluminum foil core technology provides superior detectability with standard underground locating equipment, enabling precise location of buried electrical lines before excavation. This advanced construction prevents accidental contact with energized electrical systems, reducing safety risks and costly service interruptions while ensuring compliance with dig-safe regulations and utility protection requirements.
Why Choose Ideal Industries Quality?
Ideal Industries commitment to APWA compliance, environmental safety, and reliable underground utility identification ensures electrical professionals receive superior marking solutions that meet industry standards. The lead-free formulation and soil-resistant construction provide long-term performance and environmental responsibility, while the detectable aluminum core delivers the safety and reliability that electrical contractors and utility professionals demand for code-compliant installations.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Caution Tape
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Deparetment:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Panels & Inlets