{"product_id":"polyken-297-cargo-pit-tape-1","title":"Polyken 297 Cargo Pit Tape","description":"\u003csection class=\"shortdescription\"\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e Polyken 297 Cargo Pit Tape is a flame-retardant fiberglass cloth tape designed for sealing and repairing aircraft cargo compartment liners. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e \u003csection class=\"maindescription\"\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e Polyken 297 Cargo Pit Tape is engineered for high-load aerospace environments where flame resistance and mechanical strength are required. The tape features a white fiberglass cloth backing combined with a high-tack rubber-based adhesive. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e Its 8 mil construction delivers a balance of durability and conformability, allowing the tape to wrap securely around seams, pins, rivets, and complex contours without lifting or flagging. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e Polyken 297 maintains a strong seal under cargo movement and vibration while supporting compliance with FAA cargo compartment fire safety regulations. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c00000;\"\u003eWhat is Polyken 297 Cargo Pit Tape used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Polyken 297 is used for sealing cargo pit liners, covering rivets and pins, and repairing seams in aircraft cargo compartments. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c00000;\"\u003eIs Polyken 297 flame retardant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes. Polyken 297 complies with FAR 25.853(a) and FAR 25.855(d) requirements for cargo compartment flame resistance. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color:#c00000;\"\u003eWhy is rubber adhesive important in cargo pit applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The rubber-based adhesive provides immediate, aggressive bonding and resists edge lifting under vibration and load. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e \u003csection class=\"productfeatures\"\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 10px 20px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlame-retardant fiberglass cloth backing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh tensile strength for cargo compartment durability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAggressive rubber-based adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResists flagging on rivets, pins, and seams\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConformable around curves and complex surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for aircraft cargo pit use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e \u003csection class=\"techspecs\"\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eBacking Material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eFiberglass Cloth\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eAdhesive Type\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eRubber-Based\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eTotal Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003e8 mil (0.203 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eTensile Strength\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003e150 lbs\/in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eAdhesion to Steel\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003e50 oz\/in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003e-10°F to +200°F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eMaximum Temperature Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eUp to +250°F (121°C)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eFlame Retardancy\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px;\"\u003eFAR 25.853(a), FAR 25.855(d)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e \u003csection class=\"extinfo\"\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Cargo pit liner sealing, seam reinforcement, rivet and pin coverage, and flame-resistant repairs in aircraft cargo compartments. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHandling and Installation Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Apply to clean, dry substrates using firm pressure. Proper surface preparation is required for full adhesive performance. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOperating Environment Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Designed for aircraft cargo areas exposed to vibration, load movement, and temperature variation within specified limits. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStandards or Classification Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Meets FAA cargo compartment flame retardancy standards under FAR 25.853(a) and FAR 25.855(d). \u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e \u003csection class=\"abovepricing\"\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e Polyken 297 Cargo Pit Tape is specified for aviation maintenance applications requiring flame resistance, high strength, and long-term sealing performance. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Custom Tapes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49891220259062,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/6538\/7192\/files\/Polyken-297-Flame-Retardant-Fiberglass.png?v=1770683981","url":"https:\/\/customtapes.com\/products\/polyken-297-cargo-pit-tape-1","provider":"Custom Tapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}