Omega Marking Company, 306 South Center Street, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, 53916

Detectable Warning Tape

Material Specifications
  • 5.0 mil overall thickness
  • 100% vrigin low density polyethylene
  • Aluminum center core
  • Withstands temperature range of -94 F through 200 F
  • Manufactured for durability and resistance to the elements
Manufacturing Specifications
  • Subsurface graphics
  • Triple-layer lamination
Applications
  • Detectable warning tape is used for protection, early identification, and accurately locating underground utility installations
  • A.P.W.A. color code denotes:
    •   Orange   - Telecommunication and CATV Lines
    •   Blue   - Water Lines
    •   Green   - Sewer Lines
    •   Purple   - Reclaimed Water Lines
    •   Red   - Electrical Lines
    •   Yellow   - Gas Lines
Product Analysis
Attribute   Procedure Value*
Thickness ASTM D 2103 5.0 Overall Thickness
Elongation ASTM D 88208A
MD 80%
TD 139%
Density ASTM D 792-66 1.090 (gm/cc)
Coefficient of Friction ASTM D 3248-73 Static 0.247
Tensile Strength ASTM D 882 5,800 PSI
Printability ASTM D 671-76 Min .45 Dynes
Graphic Repeat MFRG. SPECS Repeat Every 23"

Endorsements
  • Meets federal gas safety regulations S-192-321(E)
  • Meets OSHA regulation 1926-956 (C) (I) covering the location of underground utility lines
*Values are a nominal + or - 10% to allow for manufacturing variance