Correctly installed cable connections with appropriate insulation and proper terminations help prevent electrical hazards like short circuits, overheating, and electrical shock. Proper cable management, including secure connections and appropriate routing, contributes to the overall stability and longevity of an electrical system Cable joints are an important part of any electrical installation as they connect power cables to provide a continuous flow of electricity. Heat shrink cable joints offer reliable electrical insulation and necessary strength required for protection of cables against potential risks including environmental, exposure, and usage. Cable end caps are another critical component of cable management used to seal the cable ends protecting from ingress of water / moisture. Let’s explore, how heat shrink sleeves and heat shrink end caps drive the benefits of heat shrink power cable accessories.
Heat Shrink Sleeves or Heat Shrink Tubes Driving Benefits of Heat Shrink Power Cable Accessories
Do you know- heat shrink tubing or heat shrink sleeve is designed to resist temperatures as high as +260°C? Of course, the temperature range depends on the additives to the tubing. Heat shrink tubing is one of the most used power cable accessories. It’s available in a wide range of dimensions, types, components, and colors. Heat shrink tubing, a kind of insulation, is used to insulate and preserve cables as it offers superior insulation and resistance to abrasion, moisture, environment, strain, and dust. It is a solid alternative to taping, molding, or potting. Its high expansion ratio facilitates repair damaged cable jackets without removing connectors. The common applications of heat shrink sleeves include-
- Covers on temperature probes
- Cable jacketing
- Roll covers
- Light duty bearing surfaces
- Chafing sleeves
- Insulating wire bundles
- Racket, bat, club handle grip strengthening
| “Because of the influence of longitudinal change during installation the length of the heat shrink sleeve when installed is different than the cut length. The more the tube needs to shrink during installation, the more will be the longitudinal change” – Gala Thermo; Leading heat shrink power cable accessories manufacturer |
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Heat Shrink Cable End Caps Driving Benefits of Heat Shrink Power Cable Accessories:
Heat shrink end caps are widely used to protect and seal cables, wires, and pipes from environmental damage and electrical shocks. They are used across industries including automotive, industrial engineering, telecommunications, and energy. They are used to seal unused outlets also. Heat shrink end caps are finding increasing applications to seal the ends of telecommunications cables, including pressurized and unpressurized cables. Because of being water-proof, flame-retardant, and temperature resistant, they offer excellent insulation option for manufacturers across trades. Hot melt heat shrink end caps usually have a 3:1 shrink ratio. The cable ends can be sealed ensuring high di-electric insulation and superior sealing properties. Hot shrink ends have an activation temperature of 120-135C. When heated at this temperature, the adhesive lining inside the cap melts down causing the outer jacket shrink while the inner wall melts and flows into the capped end.
Which is the top brand of heat shrink sleeves and heat shrink end caps?
Based on my experience, I would recommend to trust Mumbai-based Gala Thermo having widely acknowledged trade-specific expertise, manufacturing capabilities, dependable supply chain. The company, existing since 1979, has its R & D facilities to keep quality control as per SO 9001:2015, ISO 14001: 2015 and ISO 45001: 2018 standards.