3M 7000133188 Buried Barricade Tape Electric Line

Product Description

The 3M 7000133188 is a underground-marking barricade tape from the Scotch Barricade Tapes 300 Series, designed to identify and warn of buried electrical lines during excavation and dig work. The tape features bold 2-inch black characters printed on a bright background to ensure the warning message remains clearly visible to anyone working near or around the marked area. This product is sold by the roll and is commonly installed by electricians, utility crews, and site contractors as part of standard underground electrical installation and safety procedures.

This buried detection tape is intended for use below grade, placed directly above buried electrical conduit or direct-burial cable to alert future excavators before they reach the utility line. It is commonly specified in residential, commercial, and municipal electrical installations where underground lines must be marked in compliance with local and national dig-safety requirements. The tape's high-visibility construction makes it readable even after soil disturbance during future dig operations.

Key Features

• Bold 2-inch black characters on a bright background for high-contrast visibility
• Printed warning message: CAUTION BURIED ELECTRIC LINE BELOW
• Part of the Scotch Barricade Tapes 300 Series — effective and economical underground marking solution
• Sold by the roll for straightforward installation along the full length of buried runs
• Lightweight at 8.7 pounds per roll, making it manageable in the field

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style underground marking tape for use above buried electrical lines in direct-burial and conduit installations.

Installation Notes

Licensed electricians and utility contractors typically install buried barricade tape during underground electrical work, placing it 6 to 12 inches above the buried conduit or cable before backfilling the trench. Power down all circuits before working near existing buried lines. Follow applicable NEC requirements and local jurisdiction rules for underground installation and line marking. Do not substitute surface barricade tape for burial-grade detection tape.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 8.7 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Roll
• Minimum Order Quantity: 4
• UPC: 00051128577752

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000133188