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B-990
Brady B-990 Fluid Line Tape is a thermal transfer printable, flexible, transparent polyester film tape with chemical resistant adhesive designed for aircraft tubing identification.
Material Composition
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Adhesive System
chemical resistant adhesive
Operating Temperature
-70°C to 130°C (-94°F to 266°F)
Total Thickness
3.7 mils (0.094 mm)
Solvent & Chemical Proof
B-990 Application & Installation Blueprint
Chemical & Harsh Solvent Resistant Polyester • Physical application tolerances and surface engineering
Industrial Fit Certified
Chemical Resistant Rating Plate Application
1Apply onto clean stainless steel, glass, or solvent-degreased metal equipment.
2Press firmly for instant high-tack acrylic wet-out.
3Resists ongoing splash, washdown, and rub exposure to aggressive industrial reagents including IPA, Skydrol, and brake fluid.
Engineering Tolerance: Resistant to 100+ double rubs with IPA, brake fluid, and gasoline when paired with thermal transfer resin ribbons.
Substrate Compatibility & Adhesion Matrix
Stainless Steel Processing Gear
Chemical Bond (5/5)
Solvent Degreasing Tanks
Solvent Proof (5/5)
Automotive Engine Compartments
Fluid Resistant (4.9/5)
Hydraulic Manifolds & Valves
Fluid Resistant (4.9/5)
Tested Environmental Survivability
IPA, Acetone & DegreasersSkydrol & Aviation HydraulicBrake Fluid & GasolineAbrasion & Steam
Recommended Field & Shop Tools:
i3300 / i5100 Benchtop PrinterM610 Handheld PrinterR4300 / R6200 Ribbon
Orderable Part Numbers, Packaging & Distributor SKUs
Official Brady SKUs, roll dimensions, package quantities, list pricing, Grainger part numbers, and printer compatibility for B-990.
Custom orderable roll sizes, continuous tapes, and die-cut parts for B-990 are available through authorized Brady distributors.
Quality Assurance, Storage & Regulatory Compliance
Standardized engineering guidelines for warehouse storage, application temperature, and agency certifications.
Shelf Life & Warehouse Storage
Expected Shelf Life: 1 Year from receipt
Storage Temperature: Below 80°F (27°C)
Relative Humidity: ≤ 60% RH
Must be stored in original packaging in a climate-controlled warehouse.
Application vs Service Limits
Min Application Temp: 50°F (10°C)
Service Temp Range: -70°C to 130°C (-94°F to 266°F)
Full Cure / Dwell Time: 24 Hours (ASTM D1000)
Clean surface of oil/grease before bonding for maximum peel strength.
Agency Testing & File Directories
UL 969 / 2238: Non-approved variant
UL DirectoryCSA C22.2: Not certified
CSA DirectoryEnvironmental & Safety Standards
RoHS 3 Compliance:2011/65/EU (Pass 2015/863)
REACH Status:SVHC Free (<0.1% w/w)
CA Prop 65:Compliant Notice
Certificates of Conformance (CoC) available on order shipment.
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ASTM Physical & Mechanical Properties
Standardized laboratory test data measured in accordance with ASTM D 1000, ASTM D 2979, and ASTM D 2671.
Thermal Transfer Ribbon Compatibility
Official Brady recommended ribbons engineered for maximum contrast, smear resistance, and UL certification compliance.
Recommended Thermal Transfer
Non-printable hardware, tag, or pre-printed material.
* Note: Testing print permanence with official Brady ribbons is required to maintain UL/CSA agency certification on printed labels.
Chemical & Solvent Resistance Matrix
Standardized dip and rub immersion test observations across industrial fuels, oils, solvents, and cleaners.
Tested per ASTM D 895 / Brady standard dip & rub immersion.
| Chemical Reagent / Solvent | Substrate / Adhesive Effect | Thermal Ribbon Permanence |
|---|---|---|
| DI water at RT | Tested | Tested |
| MIL-PRF-7808 Oil at 200°F | Tested | Tested |
| JP-8 jet fuel at RT | Tested | Tested |
| MIL-T-5606 Oil at RT | Tested | Tested |
| MIL 25576 rocket fuel at RT | Tested | Tested |
| Skydrol® LD-4 at RT | Tested | Tested |
| Isopropyl alcohol at RT | Tested | Tested |
| Cryotech Polar Plus Type l Deicing Fluid at RT | Tested | Tested |
| Skydrol® | Tested | Tested |
| MIL-PRF-7808 Oil | Tested | Tested |
| JP-8 jet fuel | Tested | Tested |
| MIL-T-5606 Oil | Tested | Tested |
| Cryotech Polar Plus® Type l Deicing Fluid | Tested | Tested |
| Isopropyl alcohol | Tested | Tested |
Environmental & Aging Durability Testing
| Environmental Exposure Condition | Observation & Legibility Result |
|---|---|
| 990 Fluid Line Tape is a thermal transfer printable, flexible, transparent polyester film tape with chemical resistant adhesive designed for aircraft tubing identification. ## Verified specifications - Adhesive | chemical resistant adhesive |
| Service temperature | -70 to 130 °C |
Verified Target Applications & Use Cases
- Industrial rating plates, asset identification, and electrical component labeling.