Shurtape Electrical Tape
Shurtape Electrical Tape: Professional-Grade Insulation You Can Trust
When it comes to electrical insulation and mechanical protection, the tape you choose is as important as any other tool on the job. Shurtape has built its reputation in the adhesive tape industry since 1955, engineering products that professionals across the electrical, construction, and industrial trades rely on every day. Their electrical tape lineup reflects that same commitment to performance — built to meet and exceed industry standards, not just hit a minimum specification.
A Tiered Lineup Built for Every Application
Shurtape organizes its electrical tape portfolio across distinct performance grades, giving electricians and technicians the right tool for each specific task. At the general-purpose level, the EV 57 series delivers solid everyday performance. The EV 57 is a 7.0 mil vinyl insulation tape for use in a variety of mechanical and electrical applications — UL Listed and CSA Approved, highly conformable, lead free, and flame retardant, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
Stepping up to the professional tier, the EV 77 series raises the bar for demanding environments. The EV 77B is a professional grade, 7.0 mil, all-weather vinyl insulating tape used for electrical and mechanical protection in temperatures ranging from 0°F to 220°F — UL Listed and CSA Approved, lead free, flame retardant, and engineered with a polymeric backing construction, along with a specialized method of bonding the adhesive to the vinyl backing that allows the tape to be highly conformable and deliver a moisture-tight seal, even in extreme temperatures.
For the most demanding high-voltage applications, Shurtape offers the EV 97 series. The EV 97 is a premium grade electrical tape with an 8.5 mil thickness, polymeric PVC backing, non-corrosive rubber-based adhesive, and a dielectric strength of 1,294 V/mil, rated for 600 VAC applications. The EV 97B insulates high-voltage splices, provides a moisture-tight seal, and performs in extreme temperatures — used for insulating electrical splices, wrapping wire harnesses, and cables.
Color-Coding and Phase Identification
Beyond basic black insulating tape, Shurtape also produces colored variants for phase identification and circuit organization. The EV 77C is a professional grade, 7.0 mil, all-weather vinyl tape used for color-coding and phase identification in electrical applications across a temperature range of 0°F to 220°F — UL Listed, CSA Approved, lead free, and flame retardant, with a polymeric backing and specialized adhesive bonding that delivers a moisture-tight seal even in extreme temperatures. The general-purpose EV 57C is similarly UL Listed and CSA Approved, highly conformable, lead free, and flame retardant, available for both indoor and outdoor use.
Why Shurtape Stands Apart in the Electrical Tape Category
Shurtape engineers its electrical tape products for both strength and durability — whether used for primary insulation, jacketing, or phasing — with the goal of meeting and exceeding the industry's expectations for quality and performance. Every tape in the EV series carries both UL Listing and CSA Approval, meaning they've been independently verified against national safety standards. The combination of flame retardancy, UV and chemical resistance, resistance to oils, acids, alkalies, and corrosive chemicals , and all-weather vinyl construction makes Shurtape electrical tapes a dependable choice from the job site to the garage.
Whether you're a licensed electrician tackling high-voltage panel work, an HVAC technician securing wire harnesses, or a hands-on DIYer making safe repairs, Shurtape's electrical tape range offers the right grade and color for the job. Explore the full Shurtape brand catalog or browse all electrical tape options to find the right fit for your next project.