A-A-2231
March 19, 1984
COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTION
TAPE, PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE
(DUCT)
The General Services Administration has authorized the use of this commercial item description.
This description covers pressure sensitive adhesive duct tape.
Salient characteristics:
Vapor proof
Plastic coated cloth
Aluminum or silver-grey color
Thickness – 8 mils minimum to 15 mils maximum
Width – 2 inches, minimum
Length – 180 feet, minimum
Test requirements.
Adhesion. When tested in accordance with ASTM D3330 Procedure A, a minimum of 40 ounces/inch width shall be attained.
Tensile. When tested in accordance with ASTM D3579, a minimum of 25 pounds/ inch width shall be attained.
Workmanship. tape shall be uniformly constructed and free from defects which may impair the usefulness of the materials for the intended use. The adhesive shall be coated in a smooth uniform layer over the entire surface on one side of the tape backing. When unwound, the tape shall not tear nor shall the adhesive separate from the backing. The tape shall be evenly and tightly wound with no voids. The edges shall be clean cut.
Regulatory requirements. The offeror/contractor is encouraged to use recovered materials in accordance with Public Law 94-580 to the maximum extent practical.
Preservation, packaging, packing, labeling, and marking. The preservation, packaging, packing, labeling, and marking shall be as specified in the contract or order.
Note: The commercial item description clause is not required when this commercial item description is used for procurement.
ASTM standards are available from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19101.
PREPARING ACTIVITY:
GSA – FSS
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