Type I and Type II ASTM D178 Switchboard Matting




Dimex™ ASTM D178 Switchboard Matting protects workers from shock in high voltage applications within product specifications. Every roll is proof tested at the specified voltage over the entire surface and certified to the most rigorous industry standards. Download the information sheet.
Details:
Recommended For: Distribution Boards, Switchgear, Sub-stations, Transformers, Generators, Electrical Workbenches
- Single piece rolls are guaranteed
The type defines the compound that is used in the manufacture of the switchboard matting in the ASTM D178 specification. Dimex manufactures both Type I and Type II.
Type I is defined as
“…made of any elastomer or combination of elastomer compounds, properly vulcanized.”
Type II is defined as
“…made of any elastomer or combination of elastomeric compounds with…the following special properties…Ozone Resistance…Flame Resistance and Oil Resistance…”
Type I:
The Class of the ASTM D178 specification defines the dielectric strength:
Class 2:
Type I, Class 2: (1/4″ thickness) | |
Proof Tested Over Entire Surface at | 20,000 VAC |
Recommended Maximum Use Voltage | 17,000 VAC |
Available Options:
Product | Width | Length | Color |
1/4″ Corrugated | 24” | 75’ | Black |
36″ | 75′ | Black | |
48″ | 75′ | Black |
Pattern:
Black Corrugated
Type II:
The Class of the ASTM D178 specification defines the dielectric strength:
Class 1:
Type II, Class 1: (3/16″ thickness) | |
Proof Tested Over Entire Surface at | 10,000 VAC |
Recommended Maximum Use Voltage | 7,500 VAC |
Available Options:
Product | Width | Length | Color |
3/16″ Corrugated | 36” | 75’ | Black |
Pattern:
Black Corrugated
Class 2:
Type II, Class 2: (1/4″ thickness) | |
Proof Tested Over Entire Surface at | 20,000 VAC |
Recommended Maximum Use Voltage | 17,000 VAC |
Available Options:
Product | Width | Length | Color |
1/4″ Corrugated | 24” | 75’ | Black |
36″ | 75′ | Black or Black with Yellow Border | |
48” | 75’ | Black | |
1/4″ Diamond Plate | 24” | 75’ | Black |
36” | 75’ | Black or Black with Yellow Border | |
48” | 75’ | Black |
Patterns:




Class 3:
Type II, Class 3: (3/8″ thickness) | |
Proof Tested Over Entire Surface at | 30,000 VAC |
Recommended Maximum Use Voltage | 26,500 VAC |
Available Options:
Product | Width | Length | Color |
3/8″ Corrugated | 36” | 75’ | Black |
Pattern:
Black Corrugated
Class 4:
Type II, Class 4: (1/2″ thickness) | |
Proof Tested Over Entire Surface at | 40,000 VAC |
Recommended Maximum Use Voltage | 36,000 VAC |
Available Options:
Product | Width | Length | Color |
1/2″ Corrugated | 36” | 30’ | Black |
Pattern:
Black Corrugated
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