Heat Shrink Tubing
makerA thermoplastic tube that shrinks in diameter when heated to fit snugly over wires or connections.
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Heat shrink tubing is used for electrically insulating, protecting, and providing a sealed connection around wires and components. It is made from materials like polyolefin which shrink when exposed to heat, offering coverage and insulation. The tubing is crucial in environments requiring moisture resistance and strain relief.
examples
A piece of polyolefin heat shrink tubing with a 3:1 shrink ratio covering a wire splice for insulation.
Frequently utilized in automotive wiring repairs to insulate and protect wire splices from moisture and abrasion.
A sleeve of heat shrink tubing with a diameter of 12 mm (0.47 inches) before and 4 mm (0.16 inches) after heating, used to cover a soldered electrical joint in a circuit.
Commonly applied in electronics manufacturing to ensure durability and prevent short circuits in soldered connections.