Description

Trenton #1 Wax-Tape is a widely used product in the oil and gas, water and chemical industries for cathodic protection. It is composed of a blend of microcrystalline waxes, plasticizers and corrosion inhibitors saturated into a non-woven, non-stitch bonded synthetic fabric, forming a tape wrapper. It remains pliable and contains no siliceous mineral fillers.

Customers have been impressed when removing a small patch of Trenton Wax-Tape for inspection. They consistently find the surface in the same condition as when the tape was first applied. After inspection, the small patch can then be reapplied for continued protection.

Advantages

• Ideal where only minimal surface preparation is possible
• Conforms to irregular shapes
• No drying or curing time before backfilling
• Can be applied over wet surfaces
• Nontoxic, nonflammable, non-carcinogenic, no VOCs

Application Procedure

Wire brush and scrape the surface clean of dirt, loose coating and loose rust. Apply a thin film of Wax-Tape Primer. If the surface is wet, cold or rusty, rub and press on primer to displace moisture and ensure adhesion. Then wrap #1 Wax-Tape using a 1" overlap. On straight pipe apply slight tension to ensure contact with surface. On irregular surfaces allow slack so the tape can be molded into conformity. In either case, press and form the tape so there are no air pockets or voids under the tape. Also, press and smooth out the lap seams to ensure they are sealed. The tape does not require curing or drying time, so it can be backfilled immediately. For below ground pipes that are 10” or larger, apply a Trenton outer wrap. For aggressive soil conditions, consider a Trenton outer wrap, a rock shield, or a backfill.

Packaging

4" x 9' rolls (24 rolls/case), 35 lbs/case
6" x 9' rolls (16 rolls/case), 35 lbs/case
Special widths and lengths available

Specifications

Quantity Requirements