Best way to clean pvc tape off copper

[shd1970]

On another thread, someone kindly suggested that this yellow tape on my central heating pipes was simply pvc tape

I need to extend so need to get back to clean copper to do a proper soldered joint

Any advice on what to use please ?
The tape is so brittle it comes off by the millimetre

Is it just a case of keep at it and thrn when the majority has gone, use fine grade wire wool it ?

Or is there anything better for cleaning copper pipes ?

TIA

 

[Madrab]

Good grief, you'd think they could have done a better job with better stuff to coat the pipe.

Noting better unfortunately. Scrape it with a stanley blade? Burn it off then wire brush?

 

[shd1970]

Thanks @Madrab but being honest, when the previous vertical radiator was installed (I’ve got rid !), this same plumber drilled through his own pipe so I expect nothing less !!!

Think I’ll start picking away at it then

I’ve bought some of this to replace it with :

https://www.screwfix.com/p/teslaflex-yellow-self-amalgamating-tape-25mm-x-3m/537hv

 

[Madrab]

That tape will do but TBH any coating will work, even painting with an oil based paint. Anything that keeps the plaster/mortar from contacting the copper.

 

[shd1970]

I got in touch with the manufacturer who said the working temperature of the TIFTAPE is -60°C to 180°C so for £7 I thought what the hell
Rather use some proper tape

 

[dilalio]

Thanks @Madrab but being honest, when the previous vertical radiator was installed (I’ve got rid !), this same plumber drilled through his own pipe so I expect nothing less !!!

Think I’ll start picking away at it then

I’ve bought some of this to replace it with :

https://www.screwfix.com/p/teslaflex-yellow-self-amalgamating-tape-25mm-x-3m/537hv

Better off with gaffer tape and wrap it longitudinally around the pipes... Like wrapping a label around a bottle style.

 

[shd1970]

@Madrab
What’s your thoughts on these strips :

Rothenberger Medium Grade Webbed Abrasive Mini Strips (Pack of 10)

This set of 10 strips is ideal for preparing and deburring pipes, tubing and fittings. These strips last longer than the average bundle of steel wool. Is waterproof and will not clog. Double sided use for double the life span of normal. Easily roughs up and removes burrs from copper and plastic...

www.cityplumbing.co.uk

…or 180 grit strips ?

Used them ?
Downsides is they are expensive but benefits I see is being able to get around the back whilst still clipped and obviously, not having wire wool fibres all over the place, stuck in fingers etc

 

[Wayners]

Multi solve will melt glue.
Stanley blade glass scraper as it is ridged

 

[dilalio]

This is good stuff...

HG sticker remover | Effective sticky label remover

HG sticker remover can easily remove stickers from several surfaces, including metal, wood, plastic and glass, without effecting the material.

hg.eu

 

[shd1970]

This is good stuff...

HG sticker remover | Effective sticky label remover

HG sticker remover can easily remove stickers from several surfaces, including metal, wood, plastic and glass, without effecting the material.

hg.eu

Thanks @dilalio …I’ve not seen that before
Have you used it on copper and can confirm it doesn’t affect the metal ?

 

[dilalio]

Thanks @dilalio …I’ve not seen that before
Have you used it on copper and can confirm it doesn’t affect the metal ?

No. I can't.
But you're not leaving it soaking in it and will be wiping it off and diluting when clean.
I've used it on all surfaces.
Flux is much more aggressive and yet is essential for copper soldering - as long as it's cleaned off!