1.1 These test methods cover the methods and procedures for testing electrically insulating and semi-nonmetallic conducting rubber tapes designed for splicing, terminating, and sheath repair of electrical wire and cable. 1.2 The test methods appear in the following sections: Section Referenced Documents 2 Conditioning 5-6 Dielectric Strength 35-40 Dimensions 11-16 Dissipation Factor 22-26 Elongation 17-21 Heat Exposure 45-47 Fusion 7-10 Ozone Resistance 41-44 Permittivity 22-26 Sample Requirements 4 Tensile Strength 17-21 Volume Resistivity 27-34 Ultraviolet and Weather Resistance 48-51 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific precaution statements see 43.1. 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units, except for °C, are the standard. 1.5 Unless otherwise stated, measurements are made on tapes from which the removable separator has been removed.