Want watertight seals that stay secure in your demanding workplace? You'll get just that and more with this multipurpose aluminium tape from 3M. The product's foil backing gives it heat and light reflectivity, so it's a practical pick for various specialist applications such as beam deflection or thermal conduction. Low moisture transmission makes it a safe bet for waterproof sealing and patching either outdoors or indoors. In fact, as it suits a long-term temperature range from -54°C to +149°C, you can count on it to last in a whole host of harsh environments.

• Meets UL 723, so minimises spread of flames in case of fire
• Generous 55m length means you'll have plenty for multiple jobs
• Tensile strength of 33.3N/cm, so sturdy enough for demanding tasks

• DIY and hobbies
• Electronics manufacture
• Construction industry

Yes, this tape's handy for electroplating with aluminium as it won't contaminate the bath.