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B -999 FLUID LINE TAPE
Brady B-999 Fluid Line Tape is a dot matrix and thermal transfer printable, flexible transparent polyester film tape with heat activated adhesive designed for aircraft tubing identification.
Material Composition
flexible, transparent polyester film tape
Adhesive System
heat activated adhesive
Operating Temperature
-65°C to 230°C (-85°F to 446°F)
Total Thickness
3.2 mils (0.081 mm)
Industrial Safety & Asset Marker
B-999 Application & Installation Blueprint
Heavy-Duty Industrial Safety & Identification Marker • Physical application tolerances and surface engineering
Industrial Fit Certified
Standard Industrial Marking Procedure
1Ensure application surface is dry and free of loose particulate or heavy oil.
2Peel and apply with steady firm pressure from center to edge.
3Allow 24 hours for ultimate cross-linked adhesion strength.
Engineering Tolerance: Engineered to withstand standard industrial plant environmental conditions and indoor/outdoor temperature swings.
Substrate Compatibility & Adhesion Matrix
Smooth Metals & Stainless Steel
Standard Bond (5/5)
Rigid Thermoplastics & ABS
Standard Bond (4.8/5)
Painted Metal Cabinets
Standard Bond (4.8/5)
Glass & Smooth Composite
Standard Bond (4.8/5)
Tested Environmental Survivability
Industrial Plant Temperature SwingsDust, Grease & Mild FluidsStandard Abrasion & RubbingLong-Term Legend Legibility
Recommended Field & Shop Tools:
i3300 / i5100 Benchtop PrinterM210 / M610 Handheld ToolStandard Thermal Ribbon
Orderable Part Numbers, Packaging & Distributor SKUs
Official Brady SKUs, roll dimensions, package quantities, list pricing, Grainger part numbers, and printer compatibility for B-999.
Custom orderable roll sizes, continuous tapes, and die-cut parts for B-999 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: -65°C to 230°C (-85°F to 446°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 |
|---|---|---|
| resistant to fuels, oils, and hydraulic fluids | Tested | Tested |
| fuels | Tested | Tested |
| oils | Tested | Tested |
| hydraulic fluids | Tested | Tested |
Environmental & Aging Durability Testing
| Environmental Exposure Condition | Observation & Legibility Result |
|---|---|
| 999 Fluid Line Tape is a dot matrix and thermal transfer printable, flexible transparent polyester film tape with heat activated adhesive designed for aircraft tubing identification. ## Verified specifications - Material type | flexible, transparent polyester film tape |
| Service temperature | -65 to 230 °C |
Verified Target Applications & Use Cases
- Industrial rating plates, asset identification, and electrical component labeling.