Pro-edge PROE83-5620 Water Detectable Tape 3in X 1000ft Blue

Product Description

The PRO-EDGE PROE83-5620 is a blue water detectable underground utility marking tape designed to identify buried water lines during excavation and trenching operations. Measuring 3 inches wide and 1000 feet long, this roll provides substantial coverage for new installations and replacement projects. The blue color follows the APWA uniform color code for potable water systems. Utility contractors, plumbers, and municipal crews install this tape directly above buried pipe during backfill operations, creating a visible warning layer that alerts future excavators to the presence of water infrastructure below.

This tape is suited for residential and commercial water main installations, service line replacements, and municipal water distribution projects. It is laid in the trench above the pipe before final backfill, typically 12 inches below finish grade or per local code requirements. The detectable construction allows locating equipment to identify the tape even when it cannot be seen, providing a secondary means of line identification beyond visual warning alone.

Key Features

• Blue color conforms to APWA color coding for potable water lines
• 3-inch width provides a clearly visible warning band in the trench
• 1000-foot roll length reduces splices and changeovers on long runs
• Detectable construction allows electronic locating above buried lines
• Intended for burial with buried water pipe during initial installation or replacement

Compatibility

Designed as a standard detectable warning tape for use above buried potable water lines in residential, commercial, and municipal utility installations.

Installation Notes

Licensed plumbers and utility contractors typically install detectable marking tape during pipe burial operations. The tape should be placed in the trench above the pipe, centered over the line, before backfill is completed. Follow local codes and utility owner specifications for required burial depth of the tape relative to the pipe. Always verify depth and alignment requirements with the authority having jurisdiction before backfilling.

Technical Specifications

• Width: 3 inches
• Length: 1000 feet
• Color: Blue
• Type: Water Detectable Tape

Standard Information

• Brand: PRO-EDGE
• Manufacturer Part Number: PROE83-5620