3M rubber tapes have operating temperatures ranging from 176°F (80°C) to 221°F (105°C). Some, like Scotch® Linerless Rubber Splicing Tape 130C and Rubber Splicing Tape 23, have overloads temperatures up to 266°F (130°C). Because of this high heat attribute; there are many industrial settings where it is common to use rubber tape in lower voltage applications to moisture seal, pad and insulate:


Properly taping a motor connection
What is Vulcanizing Tape?
2. Cut to length.It is important to have the tape at the correct length before applying it. Once it adheres. it will be difficult to remove.
Self-amalgamating tape is very similar to silicone tape, because it bonds to itself when it is stretched. It doesn’t contain any adhesive or gum to create a seal like most tapes. It is made of ethylene propylene rubber and needs to be lapped over itself to work.
Which control box do I need? Generally speaking, pump control boxes are selected by matching them to the horsepower, voltage, and phase of your submersible motor. Most all traditional systems are going to be single phase 230-volt applications so in most instances it comes down to matching them to the horsepower. In situations when there is overlap such as the 1hp models you can choose a QD or Standard control box. The choice usually comes down to preference. The QD box may be cheaper but the standard box will provide more room for wiring and has overload protection built in.
3. Peel and stick.Butyl sealant tape usually comes with a protective backing to prevent it from sticking to itself during storage and handling. Carefully peel off the backing to expose the adhesive side of the tape. Position the adhesive side of the tape on the surface, and carefully align it with the area to be sealed.
These boxes aren’t one-size-fits-all. They come tailor-made to suit specific environments and applications, ensuring that they’re up to the task, whether on a factory floor or in an outdoor setting.
You can also find many more in-depth studies of what makes a good control box online. They’ll help you get a good idea of how to design component spacing, wireways and more. Next up, we’ll take a look at what some of the different types of control boxes look like and how they function.