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Did you know heat shrink tubing is used for many everyday products both at home and throughout various industries? If you are in the electronics or equipment manufacturing industries, you know the importance of using high-quality heat shrink tubing for your projects, as a better alternative to electrical tape

As a versatile product, heat shrink tubing has many benefits, but it may not work in every situation. It’s important to select the correct size, length, and material of the tubing for the most beneficial result. Depending on your specific...

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If you’re applying heat shrink tubing for an upcoming project, it’s important to know how to properly shrink the tubing so that it creates the perfect waterproof seal and protects your cables and wires. There are various ways to apply heat to the tubing. The safest and most efficient way to shrink the tubing is to use either a heat gun or a micro torch. 

Which one is the better option? That depends on how familiar you are with using the tools, as well as the project...

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Professional electrical and equipment manufacturers can boost their brand with the use of custom heat shrink products. When buying heat shrinkable tubing, the range of products can be overwhelming. We’ve put together a buyer’s guide with general tips to help you choose the best heat shrink for your needs. 

How to Choose the Right Size Heat Shrink Tubing

Custom cut and/or printed heat shrink label size depends on the diameter of what is being covered,...

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Heat shrink tubing is used for protection, insulation, and to prevent strain on wiring and cables. Both custom single wall and dual wall tubing provide protection, but each have various benefits depending on the environment in which it is used. 

What Is Single Wall Heat Shrink Tubing?

Single-wall heat shrink tubing is reliable and strong plastic layer that can be applied to cabling and components to insulate wires and protect them against abrasion and strain. Think of it as “indoor” heat shrink. It is best used for electrical...

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Heat shrink tubing is an essential tool to protect and enhance your wiring projects. As a shrinkable plastic covering, it is used to insulate and protect wires, conductors, and terminals from moisture, wear and tear, and abrasion. It can also be a great branding opportunity. 

When choosing heat shrink tubing, make sure to consider how the heat shrink will be used and whether it will be exposed to various environmental conditions. Heat shrink is rather versatile. You can choose the material, size, and most cost-effective custom heat shrink products in...

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Industries that work with wires, hoses, and terminals can benefit greatly from high-quality labeling systems. Labels not only help technicians distinguish between components in electrical systems, but they are also an excellent branding opportunity to showcase company logos and contact information. Heat shrink printing is becoming one of the fastest growing markets when it comes to custom labeling, with an added benefit of protection. 

While traditional labels are still used every day by electricians, mechanics, plumbers, and technicians, understanding the difference between...

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Any electrical product, whether in your home or business, probably has some form of heat shrink tubing in it. That said, not too many people know what it is or why it is used. 

Heat shrink tubing is a durable thermoplastic tubing that is designed to shrink in size when placed around wires or cables and then heated. The tubing is available in various materials, thickness, sizes, and colors. Generally, the sizing of the shrink tubing is classified by the shrink ratio (e.g.,...

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As heat shrink tubing and sleeves are used on most components in the electrical, telecommunication, and automotive markets, the demand is constant. Think of every wire used in the home, behind the walls and dangling from the electronic appliances, entertainment, and lighting—that is just a small fraction of the daily use of heat shrink on the global market.

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If you work in electrical equipment repair or wire assembly manufacturing, chances are you’ve come in contact with heat shrink tubing before.

As the name suggests, heat shrink tubing is a shrinkable plastic covering that can be used to insulate and protect wires, conductors, and terminals from moisture, wear and tear, and abrasion. As a critical component of any electrical setup, heat shrink protects the wiring from shorts and failures and can eliminate fire hazards.

Heat shrink tubing is very versatile. In addition to being used...

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Heat Shrink Tubing is one of the most useful products for labeling, insulating and protecting all types of wiring. While heat shrink, or shrink wrap as it is sometimes known, is most commonly thought of as a wiring product, heat shrinkable tubing has dozens of useful applications, in and around the home and the shop.

Here are 13 of the most useful applications for how to use heat shrink tubing.

1. Wire insulation -  electrical wires, home stereo equipment, including...

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