Re: [ARSCLIST] powdery substance on 2" tape

["Marie O'Connell" <oconnell@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Sure looks like one of my least favourite friends.........mold!  I agree with
Graham and his process.  Wear specialised breathing masks too.

Marie O'Connell


Graham Newton wrote:

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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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