Why it’s time to throw blue electrical tape out of the car
- June 7, 2023
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There is no more valuable repair tool in a Russian car and garage, apartment and dacha than a roll of blue insulating tape: they repair it, treat it,
There is no more valuable repair tool in a Russian car and garage, apartment and dacha than a roll of blue insulating tape: they repair it, treat it, design it, tie it. Half the country rests on it! It seems that the moment when it will be possible to forget about this almighty skein of plastic will not come soon. But no – in the Middle Kingdom they have already come up with an ingenious replacement for him.
Broken cable insulation? Wrap it with tape. Broken connection? Go ahead and make sure to wrap it with electrical tape. Cut yourself? Seal with adhesive tape. Did the apple tree fall? Put a stick, wrap it with electrical tape. Do you need to repair glued parts? Yes, she’s back.
Electrical tape is the most important friend, brother and housekeeper, which should always be at hand. And make sure you’re blue – otherwise nothing will work. In doing so, you even forget that the original task of this ingenious invention by an engineer was to insulate wires. But it’s in this all-important case for a blue skein that’s always in a car door, glove compartment, kitchen cabinet, and on a garage shelf that they’ve come up with not just an alternative, but a better solution. Blasphemy, of course, but as it is.
In addition to the monstrous appearance of the connection wrapped with electrical tape, the age-old scheme has another drawback: despite numerous myths and legends, this method is insulating, but not airtight. That is, water gets on the threads, they begin to oxidize, and one day they simply turn into dust under tension. Checkmate, get out the candles. In order for a connection to last a long time, it must not only be installed in a high-quality and professional manner, but also be protected against external influences. And here the blue electrical tape is not an assistant.
However, the dexterous Chinese also solved this puzzle: very curious and inexpensive compositions have already appeared on everyone’s favorite flea market, which are called nothing but liquid insulation. Simply dip the compound into the vial and our long-suffering threads are instantly coated with a thick layer of durable polymer. It does not let air or moisture through, dries quickly and is resistant to external influences. In short, I’m sorry, blue duct tape, you’ll have to move.
You can also safely fill damaged plastic elements with liquid insulation, seal electrical blocks, model various sheaths and protections. A universal solution that will certainly come in handy. However, it is better to leave a few rolls of blue electrical tape: it will come in handy on the farm. It will not work to tie up the same tree with Chinese slurry – for this you need a cold calculation and a solution tested for centuries.
Photo: AvtoVzglyad
Broken cable insulation? Wrap it with tape. Broken connection? Go ahead and make sure to wrap it with electrical tape. Cut yourself? Seal with adhesive tape. Did the apple tree fall? Put a stick, wrap it with electrical tape. Do you need to repair glued parts? Yes, she’s back.
Electrical tape is the most important friend, brother and housekeeper, which should always be at hand. And make sure you’re blue – otherwise nothing will work. In doing so, you even forget that the original task of this ingenious invention by an engineer was to insulate wires. But it’s in this all-important case for a blue skein that’s always in a car door, glove compartment, kitchen cabinet, and on a garage shelf that they’ve come up with not just an alternative, but a better solution. Blasphemy, of course, but as it is.
In addition to the monstrous appearance of the connection wrapped with electrical tape, the age-old scheme has another drawback: despite numerous myths and legends, this method is insulating, but not airtight. That is, water gets on the threads, they begin to oxidize, and one day they simply turn into dust under tension. Checkmate, get out the candles. In order for a connection to last a long time, it must not only be installed in a high-quality and professional manner, but also be protected against external influences. And here the blue electrical tape is not an assistant.
However, the dexterous Chinese also solved this puzzle: very curious and inexpensive compositions have already appeared on everyone’s favorite flea market, which are called nothing but liquid insulation. Simply dip the compound into the vial and our long-suffering threads are instantly coated with a thick layer of durable polymer. It does not let air or moisture through, dries quickly and is resistant to external influences. In short, I’m sorry, blue duct tape, you’ll have to move.
You can also safely fill damaged plastic elements with liquid insulation, seal electrical blocks, model various sheaths and protections. A universal solution that will certainly come in handy. However, it is better to leave a few rolls of blue electrical tape: it will come in handy on the farm. It will not work to tie up the same tree with Chinese slurry – for this you need a cold calculation and a solution tested for centuries.
Source: Avto Vzglyad
Donald Salinas is an experienced automobile journalist and writer for Div Bracket. He brings his readers the latest news and developments from the world of automobiles, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective on the latest trends and innovations in the automotive industry.
