Industrial Applications for Adhesive Heat Shrink Tubing
Benefits of Using – Adhesive Heat Shrink Tubing
Heat shrink tubing is waterproof, and economical. Adhesive heat shrink tubing comes in many sizes and colors for versatility of use. You can use this product to keep your cables together in car wiring harnesses, in electrical systems inside of boats or other vessels, and can even keep wires together inside of network servers and desktop computers, or smaller electronics like cellular phones and Bluetooth devices. Read other use and facts of HST.
Military uses
It is great to know that adhesive heat shrink tubing is such a versatile product. In high specification uses, such as in the space program, military logistics, and motor transport, there is a higher potential for something to go wrong with a lot of loose wires. The application of heat shrink tubing in a military format is not only sensible but also protective.
High temperatures and chemicals?
Do you need to improve the concentration of wires or other small lines in a high heat or potential chemical-intense area? There are adhesive heat shrink tubing options available that are created from Teflon, FEP, Neoprene, and other similar materials that are designed to withstand the corrosiveness of many chemicals and the destructive power of high-temperature applications.
Low temperature application
In technology one should only use that which is best suited for the purpose at hand. In delicate electronic applications the shrink tubing should be very easy to shrink. That means that low temperatures should be able to reduce the wrap to hug tightly around the wires or cables. Many small computer and electronic device wires are very tiny and can be harmed by extreme heat. Fiber Optic cables are susceptible to melting if exposed to higher heat, too, which a low-temperature adhesive heat shrink tubing would be optimal for containing the delicate fibers.
Climate applications
Adhesive heat shrink tubing is available in many different thicknesses and materials that can withstand cold or warm climates as well. If you are building a base station at the North Pole or are looking to improve systems near the Equator, you will be able to find a heat shrink tubing that works best for you.
Specifications
Most authorized tubing manufacturers conform to many specifications required for the majority of applications. Commercial and government specs require AMS-DTL-23053, as well as the familiar UL *Underwriters’ Laboratory* rating VW-1 for flame resistance. These are important standards to look for when choosing any form of heat wrap.
Adhesive heat shrink tubing has an additional layer inside of the wrap tube that, when heated, becomes adhered to the contents of the tubing. Be sure that you are not expecting to remove this kind of tubing before choosing it for your wiring harness.
No matter your needs you can find adequate and above adequate adhesive heat shrink tubing to meet your needs. It is easy to work with and it is more reliable than wire ties or Velcro straps.
If you have any question, contact Nelco Product’s customer service at 1-800-505-6352.
