Ideal Industries Underground Warning Tape Caution Electric Line Buried
Professional-Grade Underground Utility Identification System
The Ideal Industries Underground Warning Tape delivers professional-grade utility identification and protection for underground electrical installations. This non-detectable warning tape features acid and alkali resistant formulation designed for electricians, utility contractors, and electrical professionals, providing the reliable underground marking and industry-leading durability that electrical installation projects demand.
Professional Features & Benefits
Chemical Resistance & Durability
- Acid and Alkali Resistant Formulation - Withstands soil chemical degradation for long-term underground performance and reliability
- Lead-Free Pigments and Organic Ink - Environmentally safe construction meets modern safety standards for soil contact applications
- 3-Inch Width Coverage - Provides maximum visibility and identification area for effective utility location and protection
- 1000-Foot Length Roll - Extended coverage capacity reduces installation time and provides comprehensive project coverage
Safety & Code Compliance
- Underground Utility Protection - Prevents accidental excavation damage to electrical lines and ensures worker safety compliance
- Clear Caution Electric Line Identification - Bold red warning message provides immediate hazard recognition for excavation crews
- Non-Detectable Design - Will not interfere with underground utility locating equipment while providing visual identification
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 3 inches wide x 1000 feet length, red polyethylene construction with acid/alkali resistant formulation, lead-free pigments with organic lead-free ink printing, non-detectable material composition, underground burial rated for soil contact applications, temperature resistant for various climate conditions.
Installation & Setup
- Plan underground electrical cable routing and mark installation path for proper tape placement
- Excavate electrical cable trench to required depth following local electrical code requirements
- Install electrical cables and backfill trench to approximately 12 inches above cable installation
- Unroll warning tape directly above buried electrical lines ensuring complete coverage of cable run
- Secure tape edges and continue backfilling trench with appropriate soil compaction
- Document tape installation location for future reference and utility location records
Professional Applications
Ideal for:
- Underground Electrical Installation - Primary and secondary electrical service lines, residential and commercial power distribution
- Utility Construction Projects - Municipal electrical systems, street lighting circuits, traffic signal installations
- Industrial Electrical Systems - Manufacturing facility power distribution, outdoor electrical equipment connections
- Commercial Construction - Shopping centers, office buildings, parking lot electrical systems
- Residential Development - Subdivision electrical infrastructure, home electrical service installations
- Telecommunications Support - Power lines supporting telecom equipment, data center electrical feeds
- Municipal Infrastructure - City electrical systems, public facility power distribution
- Excavation Safety Compliance - OSHA workplace safety requirements, utility damage prevention programs
Chemical Resistance Advantage
Ideal Industries underground warning tape features advanced chemical resistance technology that withstands soil acids and alkalis that typically degrade standard marking materials. This specialized formulation ensures long-term visibility and identification capability, maintaining warning message integrity for years of underground service while meeting environmental safety standards with lead-free construction.
Why Choose Ideal Industries Quality?
Ideal Industries commitment to underground utility safety combines proven chemical resistance technology with clear hazard identification messaging. This professional-grade warning tape meets utility industry standards for excavation damage prevention while providing the reliable performance and environmental compliance that electrical contractors and utility professionals require for safe underground installations.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Caution Tape
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Deparetment:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Wiring Accessories