3M™ Nextel™ AP-18 Woven Tape Supplier & Exporter in India
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Marshall Packings & Insulations Industries is a trusted supplier and exporter of 3M™ Nextel™ AP-18 Woven Tape, a high-performance ceramic woven tape manufactured from 3M™ Nextel™ 312 continuous oxide ceramic fiber. Designed for demanding thermal, mechanical, and electrical insulation applications, AP-18 Woven Tape offers exceptional flexibility, oxidation resistance, and dimensional stability at elevated temperatures. The tape features closed selvage edges for enhanced durability and is ideal for wrapping pipes, cables, hoses, and high-temperature components.
Manufactured using 900 denier 3M™ Nextel™ 312 plied yarn, the AP-18 tape is lightweight, chemically inert, electrically insulating, and maintains its strength and flexibility under continuous high-temperature exposure. It is widely used in aerospace, industrial furnace systems, thermal insulation blankets, gaskets, expansion joints, and fire protection applications.
3M™ Nextel™ AP-18 Woven Tape is a lightweight ceramic insulation tape designed for high-temperature thermal protection, electrical insulation, and component wrapping applications. Its woven construction and closed selvage edges provide durability, flexibility, and easy handling during installation.
Manufactured from 900 denier plied 3M™ Nextel™ 312 ceramic fiber, AP-18 Woven Tape provides excellent oxidation resistance, chemical resistance, electrical insulation, and dimensional stability during thermal cycling. It can be wrapped around pipes, tubes, cables, hoses, and irregular surfaces where conventional textile materials may not provide the required high-temperature performance.
Key Features of 3M™ Nextel™ AP-18 Woven Tape
- Manufactured from 3M™ Nextel™ 312 continuous ceramic oxide fiber.
- Woven using 900 denier plied ceramic yarn.
- Closed selvage edge construction for improved durability.
- Lightweight and flexible.
- Excellent high-temperature performance.
- Outstanding oxidation resistance.
- Excellent electrical insulation properties.
- Chemically inert and corrosion resistant.
- Easy to wrap around pipes, tubes, cables, and hoses.
- Excellent dimensional stability during thermal cycling.
- Suitable for continuous high-temperature service.
- Available in multiple standard widths.
Technical Advantages
- Designed for demanding thermal insulation applications.
- Retains flexibility at elevated temperatures.
- High mechanical strength for narrow woven tape.
- Excellent abrasion resistance.
- Electrically non-conductive.
- Low thermal conductivity.
- Resistant to most industrial chemicals.
- Suitable for wrapping irregular surfaces.
- Ideal reinforcement for insulation blankets and flexible couplings.
- Long service life in severe operating environments.
Typical Physical Properties
| Property | Typical Value |
| Product Name | 3M™ Nextel™ AP-18 Woven Tape |
| Fiber Composition | 3M™ Nextel™ 312 Ceramic Fiber |
| Fiber Input | 900 Denier Plied Yarn (1/2 Yarn) |
| Tape Construction | Woven with Closed Selvage |
| Standard Widths | 1”, 1½”, 2” (25.4, 38.1 & 50.8 mm) |
| Tape Thickness | 0.019–0.020 in (0.48–0.51 mm) |
| Weight | 0.31–0.60 oz/yd (9.6–18.6 g/m) |
| Breaking Strength (1” Tape) | 130 lb/in (23 kg/cm) |
| Color | White |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent |
| Electrical Insulation | Excellent |
| Temperature Performance | Suitable for continuous high-temperature applications |
Typical values are for reference only and should not be used as product specifications.
Applications of 3M™ Nextel™ AP-18 Woven Tape
3M™ Nextel™ AP-18 Woven Tape is suitable for a wide range of aerospace, industrial, thermal insulation, fire protection, and electrical insulation applications.
- Pipe and tube insulation.
- High-temperature cable wrapping.
- Wire harness protection.
- Thermal insulation blankets.
- Flexible expansion joints.
- Furnace door seals.
- High-temperature gaskets.
- Fire protection systems.
- Aerospace thermal insulation.
- Industrial oven insulation.
- Heat shielding.
- Electrical insulation in high-temperature environments.
Industries Served
Aerospace Industry
Defense Industry
Power Generation Industry
Petrochemical Industry
Steel Industry
Foundries & Metal Processing
Automotive Industry
Glass Manufacturing
Industrial Furnaces
Advanced Composites
Why Choose Marshall Packings & Insulations Industries?
- Experienced manufacturer of advanced high-temperature textile products.
- Premium quality raw materials.
- Consistent product quality and performance.
- Custom specifications available.
- Global supply capability.
- Technical support for industrial applications.
- Competitive pricing with reliable delivery schedules.
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