Nuts and Bolts Inc, in Omaha, NE
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Heat Shrink Tubing
Heat shrink tubing is a type of shrinkable plastic tube, typically made from materials such as polyolefin, PVC, or fluoropolymer, which shrinks radially (but not lengthwise) when exposed to heat. It is widely used in electrical and electronic applications to insulate, protect, and reinforce wires, cables, and components.When heat is applied—commonly using a heat gun, oven, or even a lighter in some cases—the tubing contracts and tightly conforms to the shape of the object it covers, creating a protective and insulating layer. This process helps shield wires and components from abrasion, moisture, dust, chemicals, and mechanical stress, and can also be used for bundling multiple wires together or for color-coding and identification purposes
Heat Shrink Tubing Diameters
Heat Shrink Tubing are available on the FCH Network with Imperial/US diameters that range from #0 to 6 and with Metric diameters that range from M1 to M38.
Heat Shrink Tubing Materials
Heat Shrink Tubing are available on the FCH Network in materials that range from Steel to Fiber
Heat Shrink Tubing Finishes
Heat Shrink Tubing are available on the FCH Network in finishes or coatings that range from Plain to Fluoropolymer-Based (Xylan, Fluorokote, Teflon)