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Re: [ARSCLIST] powdery substance on 2" tape
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Heath Condiotte wrote:
The above links point to two pictures of a reel that contains a powdery
substance we have never encountered before. I'm wondering if any of you
have dealt with this and have any suggestions?
Likely an early stage of mold/mildew. Look at it under a microscope and that
should tell the tale.
Would a pellon cleaning be a sufficient method of prepping these tapes for
back up?
Likely yes, but do it on both sides of the tape, and do it outside to avoid
spreading spoors around the work area. Thoroughly vacuum the machine you use
with a HEPA rated vacuum when finished and safely dispose of all used cleaning
fabric... you never know exactly what was growing on that reel of tape!
... Graham Newton
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