Question 1

What is shrink tubing used for?

Accepted Answer

Heat-shrink tubing is often used to insulate, protect, and reinforce electrical cables and wires. It can also be used to coat objects like tools and handles to provide added grip and insulation.

Question 2

What does shrink ratio mean for shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

The shrink ratio (also known as shrink factor) for heat-shrink tubing refers to the ratio between the initial diameter of the shrink tubing and the diameter it reaches after being heated and contracted. This ratio is expressed as a number, such as 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, or 6:1. The shrink ratio is an important factor when choosing the right heat-shrink tubing for a specific application. It must match the diameter of the material to be insulated or connected and the specific requirements for shrinkage. Depending on the application, a higher shrink ratio may be required to ensure better sealing or insulation.

Question 3

What are the advantages of heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

Shrink tubing provides excellent insulation, protection, and support for cables and other objects. It is also easy to apply and can be used in various environments, including wet or corrosive conditions.

Question 4

Can heat-shrink tubing be removed after installation?

Accepted Answer

Removing shrink tubing after installation can be difficult because it shrinks tightly around the object. However, there are tools like cutting tools to cut and remove the tubing.

Question 5

How do you choose the right size and shrink ratio for heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

The size of the heat-shrink tubing should be chosen to fit the object it will cover when fully shrunk. The shrink ratio should be chosen to be sufficient to fit the tubing around the object but not so large that it shrinks excessively.

Question 6

Can heat-shrink tubing be reused?

Accepted Answer

Shrink tubing cannot be reused after its initial application.

Question 7

Are there special heat-shrink tubing for use in high-temperature environments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are heat-shrink tubing products specifically designed for use in high-temperature environments, such as in the aviation industry or high-performance engines. These tubing materials have higher melting points, such as PTFE, and can withstand temperatures of up to 260°C.

Question 8

Can heat-shrink tubing be printed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are shrink tubing products designed for labeling purposes. At BIT, it is possible to have shrink tubing customized printed according to your requirements and needs. Whether it’s a company logo, brand name, barcode, or consecutive serial number, almost anything is possible.

Question 9

How should heat-shrink tubing be stored?

Accepted Answer

Shrink tubing should be stored in a cool, dry place to prevent deformation or deterioration. It is also important to protect it from direct sunlight, moisture, and dirt.

Question 10

How do you remove heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

To remove shrink tubing, it can be carefully cut with a sharp knife. However, care should be taken not to damage the object that the tubing encases.

Question 11

What are the benefits of using heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

Shrink tubing offers an effective way to insulate electrical connections, prevent corrosion, and protect electronic components. It is easy to install and provides excellent resistance to moisture, chemicals, and other environmental factors.

Question 12

Can heat-shrink tubing be used outdoors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are shrink tubing products specifically designed for outdoor use, offering additional resistance to UV radiation and other environmental factors.

Question 13

Can heat-shrink tubing be cut to the desired length?

Accepted Answer

Yes, shrink tubing can be cut to the desired length before installation. BIT offers tubing assembly with tight length tolerances, high cutting accuracy, and flexible implementation with very short lead times.

Question 14

How can premature shrinking of heat-shrink tubing be prevented?

Accepted Answer

To prevent premature shrinking of shrink tubing, it should be stored in a cool, dry place and protected from direct sunlight and high temperatures.

Question 15

Can heat-shrink tubing be purchased in different colors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, shrink tubing is available in a variety of colors to meet different requirements and needs. The color can also help with the identification of cables or other components.

Question 16

What applications are heat-shrink tubing suitable for?

Accepted Answer

Heat-Shrink tubing is highly versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications. Some of the most common applications include: Electrical Engineering/Power Technology: Shrink tubing is often used in electrical engineering to insulate and protect cables and wires. It can also be used to protect electronic components such as circuit boards and connectors. Mechanics: In mechanics, shrink tubing is frequently used to protect and insulate pipes and hoses. It can also be used to label and identify tools and other equipment. Automotive: In the automotive industry, shrink tubing is used for insulating and protecting cables and wires. It can also be used to repair damage to cables or hoses. Medical Technology: Shrink tubing can also be used in the medical field, such as in the production of catheter or endoscope tubing. In general, shrink tubing can be used in any area where the protection, insulation, or labeling of cables, hoses, or devices is required.

Question 17

What is heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

Heat-shrink tubing is a flexible plastic tube which shrinks when heated and tightens around the object it surrounds.

Question 18

What types of heat-shrink tubing are there?

Accepted Answer

There is a wide range of heat-shrink tubing available, made from various materials such as polyolefin, silicone and fluoroplastic. It is available in a variety of sizes, colours and shrink ratios.

Question 19

How is heat-shrink tubing used?

Accepted Answer

To fit heat-shrink tubing, it must first be slipped over the object to be covered. The tubing is then heated using a heat gun, an oven or another heat source until it shrinks to the desired size and completely covers the object.

Question 20

What is heat-shrink tubing used for?

Accepted Answer

Heat-shrink tubing is often used to insulate, protect and reinforce electrical cables and wires. It can also be used to coat objects such as tools and handles to provide extra grip and insulation.

Question 21

What does the shrink ratio mean in the case of heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

The shrink ratio (also known as the shrinkage ratio) of a heat-shrink tubing refers to the ratio between the tubing’s original diameter and the diameter it reaches after being heated and shrinking. This ratio is expressed as a number, for example 2:1, 3:1, 4:1 or 6:1. The shrink ratio is an important factor when selecting the correct heat-shrink tubing for a specific application. It must be compatible with the diameter of the material to be insulated or joined, as well as the specific shrinkage requirements. Depending on the application, a higher shrink ratio may be required to ensure a better seal or insulation.

Question 22

What are the advantages of heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

Heat-shrink tubing provides excellent insulation, protection and support for cables and other objects. It is also easy to use and can be employed in a wide variety of environments, including damp or corrosive ones.

Question 23

How do you choose the right size and shrink ratio for heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

The size of the heat-shrink tubing should be chosen so that it fits the object to be encased when it has shrunk completely. The shrink ratio should be chosen so that it is sufficient to fit the tubing around the object, but not so high that it shrinks excessively. The wall thickness of the heat-shrink tubing should also be taken into account. Heat-shrink tubing is available in thin-walled, medium-walled and thick-walled varieties.

Question 24

Is heat-shrink tubing available in different colours?

Accepted Answer

As well as black heat-shrink tubing, we also stock many types of heat-shrink tubing in various colours or in a transparent finish. Coloured heat-shrink tubing is ideal for colour-coding cables and wires. We offer our polyolefin heat-shrink tubing in black, red, white, blue, yellow, green, orange, brown, grey, yellow-green and transparent. Special colours are also available on request.

Question 25

Are there any special heat-shrink tubing products designed for use in high-temperature environments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are heat-shrink tubing products that have been specifically developed for use in high-temperature environments, such as in the aerospace industry or in high-performance engines. These tubing products are made from materials with higher melting points, such as PTFE. They can withstand temperatures of up to 260 °C.

Question 26

Can you write on heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are heat-shrink tubing products designed specifically for labelling. At BIT, you can have heat-shrink tubing printed to meet your requirements and preferences. Whether it’s a company logo, brand name, barcode or sequential serial number – almost anything is possible.

Question 27

What is the best way to store heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

Heat-shrink tubing should be stored in a cool, dry place to prevent deformation or deterioration. It is also important to protect it from direct sunlight, moisture and dirt.

Question 28

How do you remove heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

To remove heat-shrink tubing, it can be carefully cut open with a sharp knife. However, it is important to take care not to damage the object that the tubing is wrapped around.

Question 29

What are the advantages of using heat-shrink tubing?

Accepted Answer

Heat-shrink tubing offers an effective way of insulating electrical connections, preventing corrosion and protecting electronic components. It is easy to install and offers excellent resistance to moisture, chemicals and other environmental factors.

Question 30

Can heat-shrink tubing also be used outdoors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are heat-shrink tubing products that have been specially developed for outdoor use and offer additional resistance to UV radiation and other environmental factors.

Question 31

Can heat-shrink tubing be cut to the required length?

Accepted Answer

Yes, heat-shrink tubing can be cut to the required length before installation. BIT offers a tubing assembly service that ensures tight length tolerances, high cutting precision and flexible production, combined with very short lead times.

Question 32

How can you prevent heat-shrink tubing from shrinking prematurely?

Accepted Answer

To prevent heat-shrink tubing from shrinking prematurely, it should be stored in a cool, dry place and protected from direct sunlight and high temperatures.

Question 33

Can you buy heat-shrink tubing in different colours?

Accepted Answer

Yes, heat-shrink tubing is available in a wide range of colours to meet a variety of requirements and needs. The colour can also help to make it easier to identify cables or other components.

Question 34

What applications are heat-shrink tubing suitable for?

Accepted Answer

Heat-shrink tubing is extremely versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications. Some of the most common applications are: Electrical engineering/power engineering: Heat-shrink tubing is often used in electrical engineering to insulate and protect cables and wires. It can also be used to protect electronic components such as printed circuit boards and connectors. Mechanical engineering: In mechanical engineering, heat-shrink tubing is often used to protect and insulate pipes and hoses. Woven heat-shrink tubing is also frequently used as anti-rattle protection. Automotive: In the automotive industry, heat-shrink tubing is used to insulate and protect cables and lines. It can also be used to repair damage to cables or hoses. Medical technology: Heat-shrink tubing can also be used in the medical sector, for example in the manufacture of tubing for catheters or endoscopes. As a general rule, heat-shrink tubing can be used in all areas where protection, insulation or marking of cables, hoses or equipment is required.

Type	Description	Material	Properties	Temperature range	Dimensions
BP 105	Polyolefin heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	flexible, halogen-free, thin-wall	-55 °C to 105 °C	Ø 1.2 – 101.6 mm
BP 125	Halogen free, UL-approved polyolefin heat-shrink tubing (HFT)	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, flexible, halogen-free, practically non-flammable, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 125 °C	Ø 1.2 – 150.0 mm
BP 125 HV	BP 125 HV is a flexible heat-shrink tubing made from modified polyolefin.	Polyolefin	1.000V, flame-retardant, flexible	-55 °C to 125 °C	Ø 15.0 – 45.0 mm
BP 135	Polyolefin heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, practically non-flammable, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 135 °C	Ø 1.2 – 150.0 mm
BP 135 VW-1	UL 224 VW-1-approved polyolefin heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	flexible, practically non-flammable, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 135 °C	Ø 1.2 – 150.0 mm
BP 135 GE/GR	Yellow and green striped polyolefin heat-shrink tubing	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, flexible, halogen-free, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 135 °C	Ø 1.2 – 101.6 mm
BP 300	Polyolefin heat-shrink tube with improved shrink ratio	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, high shrink ratio, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 135 °C	Ø 1.5 – 50.0 mm
BP 400	Polyolefin high-ratio shrink tube	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, high shrink ratio, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 125 °C	Ø 8.0 – 24.0 mm
BPUTW	Ultra Thin-Wall Heat Shrink Tubing	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, flexible, thin-wall, UL-certified, ultra-thin walled	-55 °C to 125 °C	Ø 0.7 – 61.0 mm
BPIMS 300	Printable polyolefin heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, halogen-free, lay flat, marking heat-shrink tube, practically non-flammable, printable, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 135 °C	Ø 2.4 – 50.8 mm
BPMW	UV-resistant Medium-wall polyolefin heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	high shrink ratio, medium wall thickness, UV-resistant	-55 °C to 110 °C	Ø 9.0 – 350.0 mm
BPTW	Thick-wall polyolefin heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	heavy-wall/thick-wall, high shrink ratio, UV-resistant	-55 °C to 110 °C	Ø 9.0 – 350.0 mm
BPDW 100	Adhesive-lined heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, flame-retardant, high shrink ratio, practically non-flammable, UL-certified	-55 °C to 125 °C	Ø 3.0 – 39.0 mm
BPDW 102	Adhesive-lined heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, flame-retardant, practically non-flammable, thin-wall, UL-certified	-55 °C to 125 °C	Ø 1.6 – 25.4 mm
BPDW 104	Adhesive-lined high-ratio shrink tube	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, flame-retardant, high shrink ratio, practically non-flammable, UL-certified	-55 °C to 125 °C	Ø 4.0 – 52.0 mm
BPBK	Adhesive-lined high-ratio shrink tube	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, flame-retardant, practically non-flammable, UL-certified	-40 °C to 125 °C	Ø 5.7 – 17.8 mm
BPMW A	Adhesive-lined medium-wall heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, high shrink ratio, medium wall thickness, UV-resistant	-55 °C to 110 °C	Ø 9.0 – 350.0 mm
BPTW A	Adhesive-lined thick-wall heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, heavy-wall/thick-wall, high shrink ratio, UV-resistant	-55 °C to 110 °C	Ø 9.0 – 350.0 mm
BPHW A	Adhesive-lined heavy-wall high-ratio shrink tube	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, heavy-wall/thick-wall, high shrink ratio	-55 °C to 110 °C	Ø 19.0 – 235.0 mm
BPVDF 175 KYNAR®	KYNAR PVDF heat-shrink tube	PVDF (KYNAR®)	practically non-flammable, self-extinguishing, thin-wall, UL-certified, UV-resistant	-55 °C to +175 °C	Ø 1.2 – 38.1 mm
PTFE 200 AWG	PTFE heat-shrink tube	PTFE	anti-adhesive, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance, non-flammable, thin-wall	-67 °C to 260 °C	Ø 0.6 – 11.95 mm
PTFE 400	PTFE high-ratio shrink tube	PTFE	anti-adhesive, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance, non-flammable, thin-wall, very high shrink ratio	-67 °C to +260 °C	Ø 1.98 – 101.6 mm
PTFE/FEP	PTFE/FEP dual heat-shrink tubing	PTFE/FEP	anti-adhesive, dual heat-shrink tubing, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance, non-flammable	-67 °C to +205 °C	Ø 0.91 – 25.4 mm
BER 100	Diesel resistant cross-linked elastomer heat-shrink tube	Elastomer	medium wall thickness, practically non-flammable, self-extinguishing	-55 °C to +150 °C	Ø 3.2 – 97.0 mm
BP VIT	Fluoroelastomer heat-shrink tube	FKM	flame-retardant, flexible, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance	-55 °C to +200 °C	Ø 3.2 – 50.8 mm
WPS 105	Soft PVC heat-shrink tube	Soft PVC	flame-retardant, flexible, thin-wall	-30 °C to + 105 + 70 (transparent) °C	Ø 2.4 – 101.6 mm
HPS	Hard PVC heat-shrink tube	Hard PVC	flame-retardant, thin-wall	-20 °C to +85 °C	Ø 2.5 – 220.0 mm
BPATT	Anti-tracking, creepage-resistant heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	creepage-resistant, medium wall thickness	-40 °C to 105 °C	Ø 30.0 – 160.0 mm
BPBT	Heat-shrink tube for bus bars and conductors	Polyolefin	creepage-resistant, halogen-free, heavy-wall/thick-wall	-40 °C to 105 °C	Ø 20.0 – 230.0 mm
BPSCON	Semi-conductive heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	heavy-wall/thick-wall, semiconductive	-45 °C to +105 °C	Ø 35.0 – 140.0 mm
BHW CS	Silicone cold-shrink tube	VMQ	cold-shrink tube	-60 °C to 90 °C	Ø 20.0 – 104.0 mm
BP 150	High-temperature-resistant heat-shrink tubing made from cross-linked polyolefin	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, high temperature resistance, practically non-flammable, thin-wall	-55 °C to +150 °C	Ø 1.2 – 101.6 mm
BPMW M	Medium wall polyolefin heat shrink tubing with mastic coating.	Polyolefin	high electrical insulation, high mechan. Protection, medium wall thickness	-35 °C to 110 °C	Ø 30.0 – 350.0 mm
BPTM	Heat-shrink tubing for busbars	Polyolefin	halogen-free, medium wall thickness	-40 °C to 105 °C	Ø 15.0 – 265.0 mm
FEP 200 UL	FEP 200 UL is semi-rigid, highly transparent, abrasion-resistant FEP heat shrink tubing.	FEP	corrosion-resistant, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance, UL-certified	-55 °C to +200 °C	Ø 1.95 – 14.3 mm
BP HSF 125	Fabric heat-shrink tube	Polyester- and Polyolefin fibers	flame-retardant, halogen-free, mesh weave	-40 °C to 125 °C	Ø 6.0 – 80.0 mm
PEEK Schrumpfschlauch	PEEK heatshrink tubing	PEEK	abrasion resistant, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance	-65 °C to +260 °C	Ø 0.97 – 9.96 mm
BPH 125	Thin-wall polyolefin heat-shrink tube	Polyolefin	flame-retardant, flexible, thin-wall	-55 °C to +125 °C	Ø 1.2 – 150.0 mm
BPPET	PET heat-shrink tube	Polyester	halogen-free, thin-wall	-40 °C to 125 °C	Ø 2.0 – 95.0 mm
BPVDF 190 KYNAR®	PVDF heat-shrink tube	PVDF (KYNAR®)	thin-wall	-55 °C to +190 °C	Ø 1.2 – 12.7 mm
FEP HS	FEP heat-shrink tube	FEP	anti-adhesive, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance	-67 °C to +205 °C	Ø 0.78 – 25.4 mm
BPDW HT	Adhesive-lined heat-shrink tube with increased thermal resistance	Polyolefin	adhesive-lined, high temperature resistance, very high shrink ratio	-40 °C to 150 °C	Ø 8.0 – 18.0 mm
PTFE/FEP-LW	Thin-wall PTFE/FEP dual heat-shrink tubing	PTFE/FEP	anti-adhesive, dual heat-shrink tubing, high chemical resistance, high temperature resistance, non-flammable, thin-wall	-67 °C to 205 °C	Ø 1.65 – 25.4 mm
SK 250	Silicone shrink tube	VMQ	flexible, high temperature resistance	-50 °C to +200 °C	Ø 1.0 – 41.0 mm
FEP RollCover	FEP roll shrink tubing	FEP	anti-adhesive, UV-resistant	–	–

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