In the transformer industry, various insulating and protective tapes are essential for manufacturing and maintenance, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance.
GANELEC stocks a wide selection of high-quality tapes tailored for the transformer market across Africa, these include:
Filament Tape
Filament tape is a high-strength adhesive tape reinforced with embedded fibers such as fiberglass or polyester. In the transformer industry, it is primarily used to provide mechanical support and reinforcement. It helps secure winding bundles during manufacturing, prevents the movement of components, and enhances the structural integrity of transformers, especially during handling, transport, and assembly.
Non-Oil Resistant Filament Electric Tape
This type of filament tape is used in applications where exposure to oil is minimal or not expected. Its primary role is to insulate, support, and secure winding layers or components during the winding and assembly processes. It provides mechanical strength and electrical insulation but is not designed to withstand environmental oil exposure.
Oil Resistant Filament Electric Tape
Oil-resistant filament tape is specially formulated to withstand exposure to transformer oil and other hydrocarbons. It is used to insulate and secure components in transformers where oil contact is inevitable or frequent, such as in oil-filled transformers. Its durability in oil environments ensures long-lasting support without degradation, preventing electrical shorts and mechanical failures.
Polyester Shrinking Tape
Polyester shrinking tape is a heat-shrinkable tape used for tight wrapping and insulation in transformer manufacturing. When heated, it shrinks to conform closely to the shape of winding components, providing a smooth, reinforced insulation layer that protects against moisture, dust, and mechanical damage. It is often applied around coil insulations, connections, or other critical areas requiring a snug, protective cover.
