Electrical Tape
Also known as
PVC Tape, Insulating Tape, Lectric Tape, Vinyl Tape
Used for
Insulating electrical connections, bundling cables, color-coding circuits, and labeling gear. On stage it is used everywhere: labeling dimmer circuits, securing mic cable wraps, and marking positions on floors.
Trade note
Professionally rated electrical tape (UL listed) is made of vinyl (PVC) and rated for specific voltages — typically 600V for general use. The many colors are used for phase identification in electrical work and for circuit labeling in entertainment. "Lectric tape" is casual shorthand common in the industry.
Direct answer
Electrical Tape is used for insulating electrical connections, bundling cables, color-coding circuits, and labeling gear. On stage it is used everywhere: labeling dimmer circuits, securing mic cable wraps, and marking positions on floors. It is also known as PVC Tape, Insulating Tape, Lectric Tape, Vinyl Tape. Trade note: Professionally rated electrical tape (UL listed) is made of vinyl (PVC) and rated for specific voltages — typically 600V for general use. The many colors are used for phase identification in electrical work and for circuit labeling in entertainment. "Lectric tape" is casual shorthand common in the industry.
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