Heat Shrink Tubing Set - 21 Pieces, 6.0mm, Colorful (OT3560)

21 Pieces 6.0mm Colorful Silicone Rubber Heat Shrink Tubing Assortment in Bag The Benefits of Heat Shrink Tubing Heat shrink tubing is a widely used material to insulate and protect wires and cables. Its many beneficial properties allow for multiple applications, including covering wiring harnesses and organizing and protecting components. Heat shrink tubing has a variety of functions and purposes that can improve product performance, durability, and maintenance. What is Heat Shrink Tubing Heat shrink tubing covers and encases a collection of wires, cables, or other components in a protective insulated tube from external interference. Heat shrink tubing uniquely adheres to products, providing a resilient protective shield with properties that can withstand the harsh environments many applications operate in. Whether it's for added value, security, safety, or protection, here are five reasons you might consider using heat shrink tubing in your project: 1. Protection: One of the most important benefits of heat shrink tubing is the protection it provides to wires and cables when exposed to a variety of conditions and environments. In manufacturing and industrial environments, wires and cables are subject to wear, abrasion, splitting, and constant wear and tear when exposed. Other factors in manufacturing environments can expose wiring to water or moisture, such as steam, oil, grease, chemicals, and acids. Outdoors, humidity, temperature fluctuations, rain, UV exposure, and general environmental conditions can damage wiring and cables. Heat shrink tubing can help ensure the continued performance of wiring and cables.2. Insulation PropertiesInsulation of electrical wires and cables is primarily required to prevent electrical shock. However, the insulation of wires and cables also prevents the loss and dissipation of energy conducted through the wiring. The material properties of cable insulators are non-conductive and designed to provide a buffer for anything or anyone that may come into contact with the wiring. Also, thicker insulation provides greater resistance and better transfer of the energy being conducted or information being transmitted. Heat shrink tubing adds a layer of insulation to help with resistance and adds another level of safety.3. Reduces Cable StressWhile heat shrink tubing protects wiring and cabling from environmental exposure, it also helps prevent excessive stress or stretching of wires and cables that are limited by insufficient space or length. Heat shrinking provides increased mechanical support to maintain the connectivity of wires and cables that would otherwise be subjected to stresses and strains that could lead to premature failure.4. OrganizationThere is perhaps no better argument for using heat shrink tubing on wires, cabling and components than to organize them. Bundling wires and cables is not only aesthetically pleasing, but proper cable management allows for easy access during system maintenance.5. Corrosion Resistance:Over time, in any environment, when oxygen combines with the metal, it forms a new compound called an oxide that weakens the bonds of the metal itself, causing it to corrode. Metals and their alloys used in wiring and cable applications can be made corrosion resistant, but only insulating the material can prevent corrosion. Heat shrink tubing seals perfectly and protects wires and cables against corrosion that can occur due to external disturbances.