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3M Temflex Vinyl Electrical Tape

By October 2, 2025October 6th, 2025No Comments
3M Temflex 160 & 170 Vinyl Electrical Tape

The 3M Temflex™ 160 & 170 Vinyl Electrical Tapes are the modern replacements for the discontinued 3M 1188 Series, designed to provide reliable insulation and protection for a variety of electrical tasks. Whether you need a versatile tape for everyday indoor jobs or a heavy-duty option for tougher, outdoor conditions, Temflex 160 & 170 deliver the performance you can trust.

3M Temflex Product Range

3M Temflex 160-1

3M Temflex™ 160 Vinyl Electrical Tape

A general-purpose vinyl electrical tape designed for insulation, bundling, and color coding.

  • Flame-retardant & weather-resistant
  • Flexible and easy to apply
  • Ideal for indoor and light-duty use

Thickness ~0.15mm, Roll Length – 10m

Available SKUs: Black | Blue | Brown | Green | Grey | Red | White | Yellow

3M Temflex 170-1

3M Temflex™ 170 Vinyl Electrical Tape

A premium-grade vinyl electrical tape that offers stronger adhesion and durability for demanding environments.

  • Long-lasting hold
  • Withstands higher mechanical stress
  • Suitable for industrial, commercial & outdoor applications

Thickness ~0.18mm, Roll Length – 20m

Available SKUs: Black | Blue | Brown | Green | Grey | Red | White | Yellow

Meet Temflex - The Next Generation of 3M 1188

3M has introduced the Temflex™ General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape series to replace the older 3M 1188 series.

Previous Series 3M Vinyl Electrical Tape 1188 3M Vinyl Electrical Tape 1188
(Colored SKUs)
3M Scotch™ 1710
New Replacement 3M Temflex™ 160 3M Temflex™ 160 (Colored) 3M Temflex™ 170
Tape Type General Use PVC Electrical Tape General Use PVC Electrical Tape Durable General Purpose Vinyl Electrical Tape
Applications Protective jacketing, wire harnessing, marking, and insulating low-voltage cables in non-critical applications Color coding and general insulation for light-duty applications
Protective jacketing, harnessing, and insulating low-voltage cables in indoor and protected outdoor settings
Performance Level General Purpose General Purpose Higher Durability
Key Improvements Enhanced adhesion and stretch; improved consistency in performance; part of the unified Temflex family Wider color range; better flexibility; smoother unwind
Improved tensile strength; enhanced temperature resistance; better long-term reliability

Applications

3m temflex-Electrical-tape-Insulation of electrical wires

Insulation of Electrical Wires

3m temflex-Electrical-tape-Bundling and securing cables

Bundling and Securing Cables

3m temflex-Electrical-tape-Color coding for easy identification

Color coding for Easy Identification

3m temflex-Electrical-tape-General maintenance and quick fixes

General Maintenance and Quick Fixes

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  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Yellow, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Yellow, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, White, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, White, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Red, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Red, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Grey, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Grey, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Green, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Green, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Brown, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Brown, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Blue, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Blue, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Black, 6 mil

    3M Temflex General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 160, 18mm x 10M, Black, 6 mil

    Original price was: $0.56.Current price is: $0.45.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap-yellow

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, Yellow

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap - white

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, White

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap- red

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, Red

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap-grey

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, Grey

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap- green

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, Green

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap-brown

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, Brown

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap- blue

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, Blue

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.
  • Sale!
    3M Temflex 170 electrical tap - balck

    3M Temflex 170 General Use Vinyl Electrical Tape 18mm x 20M, Black

    Original price was: $1.64.Current price is: $1.35.

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