HEAT SHRINK 1.2M VARIOUS SIZES & COLOURS
THIN WALL SIZE:1.5MM WHITE
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HEAT SHRINK 1.2M VARIOUS SIZES & COLOURS
1.5MM WHITE
Hurrell Way Store
Pickup available, usually ready in 4 hours
38A Hurrell Way
Rockingham WA 6168
Australia
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38A Hurrell Way
Rockingham WA 6168
Australia
Heat shrink tubing is primarily used to insulate, protect, and seal electrical wires and connections.
When exposed to heat from a heat gun or torch, the plastic sleeve shrinks radically in diameter to wrap tightly around whatever is inside it.
Core Functions & Uses
- Electrical Insulation: Covers bare wires, open splices, and soldered joints to prevent short circuits and electrical shocks.
- Environmental Sealing: Dual-wall varieties feature an internal hot-melt adhesive that flows when heated, creating a waterproof barrier that locks out moisture, salt, and corrosion.
- Strain Relief: Adds a rigid layer of mechanical reinforcement over weak connection points to prevent wires from snapping due to frequent bending.
- Wire Bundling: Gathers loose strands, harnesses, and cables together into a single organized, clean, and space-saving bundle.
- Colour Coding: Uses distinct colours to help technicians immediately distinguish and label positive, negative, ground, or phase lines.
Common Industry Applications
- Automotive & Marine: Seals exposed wiring harnesses in vehicle engine bays and boat bilges from grease, salt air, and heat.
- Aviation & Military: Utilises chemical-resistant, flame-retardant polyolefin to protect communication and navigation lines.
- Home Electronics: Repurposed for repairing frayed phone chargers, headphone cables, and internal computer desktop wiring.
How to Select Your Type
| Tubing Style | Primary Use Case | Standout Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Thin Wall (Unlined) | General electrical fixes, colour labeling, and basic insulation. | Highly flexible and economical. |
| Adhesive Lined (Dual Wall) | Marine, automotive, and underground wiring. | Meltable glue inner-liner creates a waterproof seal. |
| Heavy Wall | Industrial cabling, burial underground, and exposed conduits. | Massive abrasion resistance against physical damage. |