I'm replacing tape on an already repaired wire. Can I slit the wrap, then heat it and have it still work or do I have to cut the wire to put it on?
1317897
You can just split the wrap, but you will be defeating the purpose of using shrink wrap-in not being water tight vacuum seal.
2006645
I did not have any problems at all cutting the tape it comes with. I don't think they have changed the size, and I don't think it matters. It works great.
1295028
Strip the rubber off of about 1/2 inch of the wire.( both pieces, both ends) You have 2 wires, Identify if either wire has any markings (IE. .stripes or lines, in order to match them up) In any case twist the 2 single wires to the other single wires ( not all together but one to one) tape so that the two wires do not touch. You should be fine.
1042303
It will remain flexible but as you apply it, you stretch it and wrap it on itself. It then becomes fused together and unable to unwrap. You simply can cut it off with ease and have no residue. I use this in place of electrical tape on my motorcycle wiring.
1669759
It is always best to replace the adhesive. You are heating, prying and pushing the thin adhesive strips during opening. Undamaged, reusable adhesive would be a real blessing.
78286
Only if you want to cut the wire and reconnect it. (Warning) if you cut the wire it is a fine wire and difficult to handle, reconnect, & strip the wire. You must do it taking your time. But it can be done. But I do not change my opinion of the light they are dim and not reliable.
518417
Thanks. BTW: I did manage to repair the old one by cutting away some of the plastic, soldering the broken wire, and using heat-shrink tubing to prevent the problem from happening again.
261293
Yes, but you need to be sure that you have the temperature setting on as high as possible so that the heat will seal the remaining portion. You may also want to add some sort of sealant or paint to the newly cut exposed area. If you do not have a good seal through out the entire length of the cut the integrity of the remaining styrofoam will be compromised and you will have problems over time.
900426
You can either cap the wires or just cut the strip off with scissors or pliers at the last cut line before the 2 leads. It won't hurt a thing. I've done a decent number of led tape installs and am a licensed electrician. Hope this helps.
585374
I used tape...but it all depends on what you are using in for. I cut it up and wrapped boxes to make a fireplace.
1226549
I would say that is possible if you can remove the tape without damaging the blanket, if you were to cut through the tape then you would need more of that special tape.
349067
If you go to a good electronics store they should sell a tool that sleeves the metal part of the connector once sleeved over the pin it pulls out of the plastic. Maybe Radio shack or Hi lights. You could also cut the wires and solder them back together. Putting "Heat Shrink Tubing" over the wires prior to soldering . Once soldered use a match to heaat the tubing and it will shrink around the wires thus insulating them. BE SURE TO REATTACH COLOR TO COLOR. I would also stagger the cuts to make the finished product not as bulky. Don't know if its worth the extra work just as ez to put in a matching wood filler Good luck
2140989
It was quite easy to remove the old wrap. If you don't, you will use much more rope than you think it will take, and may not get it as tightly wound. If you do as you are suggesting, please let us know how it goes.
2098499
When you cut the ropelught in the designated spot you expose the inner wire which can accept a new plug that comes with the kit. It is very easy to do if you use a sharp pair of scissors, the rope also has marks on it telling you where you can cut it.
1877781
Having grown up on a farm in Minnesota and used heat tapes for most of my life, the answers from my own experiences include: 1. The tape can be wrapped around plastic (PVC) pipe. 2. You have to insulate the pipe wrapped with the heat tape using foam purchased by the foot or in 6-10 foot lengths. The insulation can come in 3/4 inch or 1 inch size and you probably need the 1 inch foam insulation to cover not only the pipe but the heat tape as well. 3. The tape is sealed and will most likely get wet at some time and I've never seen this causing any problems with the tape operation. Keep in mind that this a very low voltage system and does not get burning hot, only the slightest bit warm. For that reason, the heat has to be held in just like you would when laying in bed on a cold night, you bundle up and keep the blanket over you to keep warm.
601713
Well, let's see......when I bought new line for my clothes dryer, I got plastic coated wire. Then I pulled the line from one arm to the other, put the wire thru the next hole and again to the other side, and so on. Put a knot on one end, and when you have pulled the wire thru all the holes in both arms knot the other end. I did not worry about a different thread, it works just fine my way. Hope I was of help. Jerry
1340091
Unscrew the handle and remove the broken wire from both ends. On the bottom of the slicer, there should be two wires taped to the bottom. Each wire has two loops on it. Slip the wire over both ends from where they were attached and screw the handle back on. The handle should allow you to put tension on the wire to make it good and tight. (The handle is the tensioning device.)