Ips 513298 Detectable Warning Tape Electrical 3 in X 1000 Ft

Product Description

The IPS 513298 is a detectable underground warning tape designed to mark buried electrical lines and protect them from accidental excavation damage. Measuring 3 inches wide and 1,000 feet long, this red tape is sized for large-scale installation runs and is well suited to municipal, commercial, and residential electrical utility work. The tape is buried above the conduit or direct-buried cable and alerts excavators before a dig reaches the line below. Licensed electricians and utility contractors are the primary installers of this product.

This tape is used in underground electrical installations where local code or utility standards require a warning layer above buried conductors. It is commonly installed above direct-buried cable runs, conduit systems, and service laterals in both residential and commercial applications. The red color and printed Electrical legend provide immediate visual identification during future excavation activity.

Key Features

• 3 inches wide by 1,000 feet long — sufficient for extended utility runs with minimal splicing
• Detectable construction allows locate equipment to identify the tape below grade without excavation
• Red color with Electrical legend provides clear identification at the point of dig
• Designed for burial above electrical conduit or direct-buried conductors
• 1,000-foot roll reduces the number of roll changes on large projects

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style warning layer for underground electrical installations where detectable marking tape is required above buried conduit or direct-buried cable systems.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed electrician or utility contractor during trench backfill operations. The tape is placed in the trench above the conduit or cable at a depth specified by local code or utility standards — consult applicable NEC provisions and local authority having jurisdiction for required burial depth and tape placement height. Ensure the tape is centered over the buried line and remains flat during backfill to maintain continuous detectability. Do not substitute detectable warning tape for required conduit or other physical protection methods.

Technical Specifications

• Width: 3 inches
• Length: 1,000 feet
• Color: Red
• Legend: Electrical
• Type: Detectable Underground Warning Tape

Standard Information

• Brand: IPS
• Manufacturer Part Number: 513298