The performance of window and door installations heavily relies on effective flashing to prevent water and air intrusion. The Protecto Super Stick Building Tape™, offered by A1A Wholesale Supply, provides a cutting-edge solution that simplifies installation while delivering exceptional long-term protection.
This tape is an 11-mil thick, self-adhering membrane with an aluminum silver color. It features a proprietary acrylic adhesive that provides aggressive tack and forms a permanent bond to most common building materials, including OSB, plywood, aluminum, vinyl, fiberglass, glass-faced gypsum, and masonry. A significant advantage for contractors is its ability to be applied in extreme cold temperatures, down to -20°F (-28.8°C), without the use of primer or mechanical fasteners on most substrates.
The tape’s UV-stable facer allows for an extended 12 months of exposure, providing flexibility in construction schedules. Super Stick Building Tape™ effectively seals around fasteners and passes nail sealability tests, ensuring a watertight seal at penetration points. It functions as a comprehensive waterproof, air, and vapor barrier, contributing to the overall energy efficiency and durability of the building envelope.
Key Features and Benefits for Contractors:
- Extreme Cold Weather Application: Can be applied down to -20°F (-28.8°C) without primer or mechanical fasteners on most substrates.
- Superior Adhesion: Aggressive proprietary acrylic adhesive provides strong, permanent bonds to a wide range of substrates.
- Extended UV Exposure: UV-stable facer allows for 12 months of exposure.
- Comprehensive Barrier: Forms a waterproof, air, and vapor barrier.
- Seals Fasteners: Passes nail sealability tests, preventing water penetration at fastener points.
- Thin Profile: 11-mil thickness makes it easy to work with and provides a low-profile finish.
- No Bleed or Contact Stain: Resists plasticizer migration.
- Environmentally Friendly: Contains no rubberized asphalt.
- 10-Year Limited Warranty: Backed by a 10-year limited warranty.
Applications:
- Window and Door Flashing: Primary use for sealing perimeters to building substrates.
- Building Envelope Air Barrier: Contributes to a continuous air barrier system.
- Wall Intersections: Effective for sealing various wall intersections.
- Panel Seams: Can be used to seal seams on exterior sheathing.
Installation Considerations:
- Surface Preparation: Substrates should be clean, dry, and free of contaminants.
- Application Method: Remove 3″ to 6″ of the poly film release liner at a time to prevent the tape from sticking to itself. Roll firmly to ensure full contact and adhesion.
- Water Shedding: Install in a water shedding fashion at all overlaps.
- Limitations: Avoid contact with PVC and TPO type roofing membranes, as they may contain plasticizers that can react with the adhesive. Do not adhere to skin.
Warranty & Storage: Protecto Super Stick Building Tape™ is covered by the Protecto Wrap Standard 10 Year Limited Warranty. Store in original, unopened packaging, dry and out of direct sunlight.
Product Details:
- Brand: Protecto Wrap
- Product Name: Protecto Super Stick Building Tape™
- Color: Aluminum, Silver
- Thickness: 11 mil
- Tensile Strength (MD): 44 lb/in width
- Tensile Strength (TD): 43 lb/in width
- Elongation at Break: 100% minimum
- Puncture Resistance: 47 lbs
- Water Resistance: Vacuum 0.5% max
- Moisture Vapor Transmission: 0.012 Perms (ASTM E96 Method B)
- Cold Temperature Flexibility: Passes (ASTM C765-73)
- Self Sealability: Pass (ASTM D1970 Section 7.9)
- Plasticizer Migration: No Bleed or Contact Stain (ASTM C772-74)
- Environmental Affects on Peel/Heat Distortion: Level 3 Pass (AAMA 711-05)
- Advanced Aging: Weather-O-Meter, 3000 hours – No change noted (ASTM D750-68)
- Installation Temperature: Down to -20°F (-28.8°C) without primer
- In-Service Temperature: Not explicitly stated, but cold application ability is emphasized.
- UV Exposure Period: 12 months
- Roll Widths: 4″, 6″, 9″, 12″, 18″, 24″, 36″
- Roll Length: 75′
- Adhesive Type: Proprietary acrylic adhesive
- Warranty: Protecto Wrap Standard 10 Year Limited Warranty
- Packaging: Rolls (inquire with A1A Wholesale Supply for specific pallet quantities).
