General & Thread Seal Tape
3M 165 colored vinyl tape, PTFE thread seal tape, Gorilla duct tape and Norton painter's tape.
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Tape for every trade on the job.
Tape is the one supply every crew reaches for, and the wrong roll shows. Retmay stocks 3M vinyl electrical tape in black and a full run of phase colors, rubber splicing tape, PTFE thread seal tape, Gorilla duct tape and masking tape for clean paint lines.
Why it matters
The roll matters more than it looks.
Electrical tape is rated for the job it does. A general-purpose vinyl tape like 3M 1700 handles everyday wrapping and color coding; a premium tape like Super 33+ is built for tougher, longer-lasting wraps. Rubber splicing tape builds up insulation where vinyl alone is not enough.
Colored tape does work of its own. Phase colors on conductors make a panel readable at a glance, and a strip of tape is the quickest way to mark a pipe, a cable run or a bin.
For plumbing and air lines, PTFE thread seal tape seals tapered pipe threads. Duct tape and masking tape round out the kit: one holds things together, the other comes off clean.
Shop by type
Find the right type.
Each type links to its full list with photos, list prices and stock.
Electrical Tape
3M Super 33+ and 1700 vinyl tape in black and phase colors, plus liquid electrical tape.
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Cream masking tape from 3/4 to 2 inches and blue painter's tape for clean, sharp lines.
Search Masking TapeDuct Tape & Duct Seal
Gorilla silver and wide duct tape, plus duct seal putty for sealing conduit and service entrances.
Search Duct Tape & Duct SealRubber Splicing Tape
3M linerless rubber splicing tape for insulating and building up splices.
Search Rubber Splicing TapeChoosing
Match it to the job.
Electrical work
Vinyl, rubber and liquid
Vinyl tape for wraps and color coding, rubber splicing tape to build insulation, and liquid tape for odd shapes and terminals.
Pipe and air lines
PTFE thread seal tape
Wrap tapered pipe threads in the direction of the thread before assembly.
Shop and paint
Duct and masking tape
Duct tape for strength and quick repairs; masking and painter's tape where it has to come off clean.
Getting started
Ordering in three steps.
- Pick the tape by job: electrical, plumbing, repair or paint.
- For electrical work, match the color code your crew uses for phases and grounds.
- Stock the rolls your crews burn through on a VMI shelf so they are never out.
Related
Wiring a panel? Heat shrink tubing, connectors and wire are in Electrical Supplies.
Questions
Tape FAQs
Which electrical tape should I stock?
Most crews keep a general-purpose vinyl tape such as 3M 1700 for everyday work and color coding, plus a premium tape such as 3M Super 33+ for harder jobs.
Do you carry colored electrical tape?
Yes. 3M 1700 and 165 vinyl tape in black and phase colors including red, blue, yellow, green, orange, brown, purple and white.
What is duct seal?
A soft, non-hardening putty used to seal conduit openings and service entrances against air, water and pests. It is listed with duct tape.
Can we buy tape by the case?
Yes. Ask for a quote on case quantities or add tape to a VMI program.