Polyimide Tape, often known as Kapton Tape, is a must - have for your toolbox! It stays stable in an extremely wide temperature range from about -269°C to +400°C. This tape is used in various high - tech fields such as aircraft, spacecraft, and x - ray equipment. It's also very popular in electronic manufacturing and 3D printing. Thanks to its wide temperature stability and excellent electrical isolation, it serves as a great insulation and protection layer for electrostatic - sensitive and fragile components in electronics. It can withstand reflow soldering temperatures, so it protects components throughout the production process and is often found in final consumer products. We use it in Adafruit production whenever there's a risk of a soldering iron getting close because it won't melt. The tape comes in a 33 - meter roll, is 1cm (0.4 inches) wide, and has adhesive on one side.
How to use: Simply cut the tape to the desired length and stick it on the surface you want to insulate or protect. It works well on electrostatic - sensitive and fragile components. Note that although it can withstand high temperatures, avoid direct and long - term contact with open flames. For maintenance, store it in a cool and dry place. If the tape gets dirty, you can gently wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Don't expose it to excessive moisture as it might affect the adhesive quality.
