225FR Flame Retardant Cargo Pit Duct Tape
Pe-coated clothNatural rubber-based12.0 mil
- FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii)
- Douglas DMS 1968E
- Fokker FK05-006
- Fokker FK05-113
- Lockheed LCP-86-1226-A
- Test methods ASTM D-1000
- Test methods PSTC-101
- Deca-BDE free
- COC Included
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Polyken 225FR is a 12 mil PE-coated cloth tape with a natural rubber-based adhesive engineered for aircraft cargo compartments — a premium flame retardant cargo pit duct tape combining the conformability and crisp hand-tear of a high-performance duct tape with the flame resistance required for cargo compartment use. Tested and proven compliant with FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii), and tested to Douglas DMS 1968E, Fokker FK05-006 & FK05-113, and Lockheed LCP-86-1226-A.
Built for cargo pit sealing, seaming and repairing cargo compartment liner panels, covering pins and rivets, and patching, sealing, and bundling where high adhesion and flame resistance are critical. Its Deca-BDE-free formulation meets environmental requirements while delivering moisture, solvent, and abrasion resistance, and it tears cleanly by hand with a crisp, straight edge — no tools needed in the cargo compartment.
Manufacturer's Certificate of Analysis included free of charge.
Key Features of Polyken 225FR Cargo Pit Tape
- FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii) compliant — Meets requirements for use in aircraft cargo compartments
- PE-coated cloth backing — High tensile strength; extremely conformable to irregular cargo compartment surfaces
- Crisp, straight hand tear — No tools required for fast, efficient cargo pit applications
- Natural rubber-based adhesive — Aggressive adhesion to all surfaces; resists flagging and lifting under load
- Deca-BDE free, 24-month shelf life — Environmentally compliant formulation with long storage life for depot stockpiles
What Is Polyken 225FR Used For?
- Cargo pit applications for freight-carrying aircraft
- Seaming and repairing cargo compartment liner panels
- Covering pins and rivets in cargo compartments
- Patching, sealing, and bundling in cargo environments
- Challenging applications where high adhesion and flame resistance are critical
Key Specifications
| Backing | PE-coated cloth |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Natural rubber-based (single-coated) |
| Liner | None |
| Total thickness | 12.0 mil (0.305 mm) |
| Tensile strength | 29 lb/in (50.79 N/cm) — ASTM D-1000 |
| Adhesion to steel | 40 oz/in (4.38 N/cm) — PSTC-101 |
| Operating temperature | 40°F to 200°F (4°C to 93°C) |
| Burn length | 5.5" — FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii) |
| Flame time | 15 sec — FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii) |
| Burn test | 60 sec — FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii) |
| Color | White (printed) |
| Shelf life | 24 months from date of manufacture at 60–80°F, 40–60% RH |
| Manufacturer | Vybond Group, Inc. (formerly Polyken / Berry) |
| Manufacturer P/N | POLYKEN 225FR |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Why This Tape Matches Your Spec
Polyken 225FR and 296FR are both flame-retardant cargo pit tapes, but they're built for different jobs and different callouts.
- Cargo pit applications for freight-carrying aircraft
- Seaming and repairing cargo compartment liner panels
- Covering pins and rivets in cargo compartments
- Patching, sealing, and bundling in cargo environments
- Challenging applications where high adhesion and flame resistance are critical
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polyken 225FR used for?
Polyken 225FR is a flame retardant cargo pit duct tape used for cargo pit sealing, seaming and repairing cargo compartment liner panels, covering pins and rivets, and patching, sealing, and bundling in aircraft cargo compartments.
Is Polyken 225FR flame retardant?
Yes. It is Deca-BDE free and compliant with FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii), and tested to Douglas DMS 1968E, Fokker FK05-006 and FK05-113, and Lockheed LCP-86-1226-A specifications for use in aircraft cargo compartments.
Is Polyken 225FR heat resistant?
Polyken 225FR is flame retardant, meeting FAR 25.853(a)(1)(ii) for aircraft cargo compartment flammability. Its operating range is 40°F to 200°F. Like most duct tapes, it is not intended for continuous high-temperature exposure — its purpose is flame retardance and secure sealing, not thermal service.
What sizes does Polyken 225FR come in?
Polyken 225FR is available in 2" and 3" widths, each on 60-yard rolls, sold as single rolls, 3-roll packs, 8-roll packs, or full cases (24 rolls for 2", 16 rolls for 3").