General
Colour	Black

The shrink tube Pliofine SAM 9,5 from Ses-Sterling is a professional protective material for cables and wiring in the field of electrical and IT installation. It is supplied on a reel with a length of 75 metres and is available in black. The shrink tube serves for mechanical and electrical insulation as well as protection against environmental influences such as dust, moisture or mechanical stress. It is particularly suitable for use in industrial electrical engineering, for wiring machines, in building installation, as well as in telecommunications, where a reliable and durable protective layer is required.

Shrink tube is a thermoplastic material that changes its original shape when heated to approximately 100 °C to 120 °C and shrinks to about 50 % of its original outer diameter – i.e. it shrinks in a ratio of 2:1. This behaviour allows the tube to be pulled over cables or wires and then activated by heat (e.g. with a hot air blower), causing it to tightly conform to the underlying wire. The colour black ensures good visibility and is standard in many technical applications, especially in industrial electrical installation.

Applications include insulation of cables, protective covering of connections, covering of cable bundles, and marking of wires. Use is typically in electrical installation, during the assembly of plug connections, during cable gland installation in enclosures, or for covering cable transitions in machine construction.

Functions and equipment in detail include thermal activation by heating, which results in a tight, shape-stable covering. The shrink ratio of 2:1 allows flexible adaptation to various cable diameters. Packaging in the form of a reel with 75 metres length offers an economical and practical solution for larger installations where several metres of shrink tube are required. The weight of the packaging is 0.953 kg, with a weight per metre of 12.7 g – this indicates the material density and quality of the polymer used.

Technology explained simply shows that the shrink tube consists of a thermoplastic polymer that changes shape when heated. The shrinking occurs through heat, which returns the material to its original, more compact form. This process is irreversible and results in a tight, shape-stable sleeve around the cable. The use of a hot air blower or a special shrink tool is common to reach the required temperature.

Compatibility and accessories refers to use with various cable types and wires, particularly in electrical and IT technology. The shrink tube is not specifically designed for certain brands or models, but serves as a universal protective material. It can be combined with other shrink tubes or insulating materials, provided the technical requirements for insulation and mechanical stability are met.

Installation and mounting is done by sliding the shrink tube over the wire or connection to be protected. It is then heated with a hot air blower or another heat source until it fully shrinks and forms a tight, shape-stable sleeve. Mounting requires no additional tools or adhesives. Use is typically carried out by skilled professionals in the field of electrical and IT installation, who have the necessary knowledge for safe and correct application.

Operational advantages lie in easy handling, high mechanical stability of the finished covering, and long-term protective function. The shrink tube provides durable insulation that is resistant to mechanical stress, moisture, and dust. The use in reel form enables efficient use in larger projects, with the length of 75 metres providing sufficient quantity for many installations. The colour black is standard in many technical environments and supports visual differentiation of wires.