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How to Use Heat Shrink Tubing

There are four distinct steps to using heat shrink. In this article we also cover aftercare and some FAQs: Selection...

How to Heat and Shrink Heatshrink Tubing

In manufacturing, the two most common methods for heating heat shrink tubing are: in a chamber designed to heat the...

Can I cross refer heat shrink tubing part descriptions?

Many people ask us to cross refer heat shrink tubing part numbers. If you have a description from another supplier...

Heat shrink tubings - what colours are available?

When it comes to heat shrink colours, many people ask us the same question, “what colours are heat shrink tubing...

What is heat shrink tubing crosslinking?

The Raychem Corporation pioneered the development of heat shrinkable products back in the 1960’s. Raychem developed new types of plastics...

Choosing the right heat shrink tubing product for the job

Step 1: Understand Your Application The most important aspect of choosing the right heat shrink tubing product for your needs is...

Where is the best place to buy heat shrink tubing?

To get the correct heat shrink tubing you need for a successful project, here’s what you need to consider: “Which...

How do I install heat shrink tubing products?

There are many ways to install heat shrink tubing, but the most common way is to use a hot air...

Can you cut heat shrink tubing?

The quick answer is most definitely yes heat shrink and braided sleeving can be cut into pieces or to shorter...

The Benefits of Radiation Chemistry

The Raychem Corporation acquired by Tyco Electronics in 2000 pioneered the development of heat-shrinkable products. Raychem were responsible for the...

How To Measure Heat Shrink Tubing

To measure heat shrink tubing there are a few basic facts that you need to know. Heat shrink is first made...

Is Heat Shrink Fuel Resistant?

Yes, the answer is heat shrink can be fuel resistant. But there are other, important questions to ask as the...

What’s the Best Heat Shrink Gun

What’s the best heat shrink gun? There’s no single answer as it depends on the task. These tools offer different...

How to Print on Heat Shrink Tubing

A Guide for Industrial, Automotive and Medical Applications In industries where cable identification and organization are crucial, printing on heat...