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 PANDUIT H100X064F1T 1000 POLYOLEFIN HEAT SHRINK MARKERS  US $399.95
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 PANDUIT H100X084F1T 1000 POLYOLEFIN HEAT SHRINK MARKERS US $399.95
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Glue Lined Heat Shrink Tubing - Insulating Electrics Against Water
Glue lined heat shrink tubing, also known as adhesive lined heat shrink tubing, is a slightly modified version of traditional heat shrink tubing, which is used mainly for insulation of electrical cabling. However, it has one additional, important feature; a layer of thermoplastic adhesive. The tubing is produced with an outer tubing made from Polyolefin and a hot-melt adhesive inner lining. This inner layer of glue gives the tubing better sealant and adhesion properties.
These additional properties make glue lined heat shrink tubing better suited to specific applications and environments than normal heat shrink tubing
For instance, the tubing is considerably thicker than normal heat shrink tubing. Obviously this inhibits its use in more detailed applications, however it offers a far more secure and permanent method of insulating thicker and heavier cables.
An arguable downside of this is it is less flexible than the standard tubing, but because of this rigidity, it doesn't tend to coil with the wire like smaller heat shrink. This adds to its suitability to heavier electrical installations.
There are certain environments that glue lined heat shrink tubing lends itself well to and one notable area is the marine industry. As it possesses excellent sealant properties, it is perfect for the insulation and sealing of electrical and mechanical components against water or moisture. Additionally, it's ideal for effective moisture resistance where there are electrical connections and splices.
For example, a butt connector is frequently used when repairing a boat's electrical equipment. These connectors help maximise current flow and protect against corrosion and they also use glue-lined heat shrink tubing to help seal out the water. Moreover, the heavy duty tubing has the added advantage of relieving some mechanical strain.
Other environments that adhesive lined heat shrink tubing is widely used in are the automotive and electrical industries; mainly for general electrical insulation, mechanical protection and harness/cable bundling.
About the Author
Rick Lees
Hilltop Products
For further information on heat shrink tubing and how to purchase them online visit http://www.hilltop-products.co.uk/ - a leading supplier of insulation sleeving products in the UK.
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PANDUIT H100X064F1T 1000 POLYOLEFIN HEAT SHRINK MARKERS US $399.95
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PANDUIT H100X084F1T 1000 POLYOLEFIN HEAT SHRINK MARKERS US $399.95
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PANDUIT H150X034H1T 500 POLYOLEFIN HEAT SHRINK MARKERS US $299.95
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