General
Colour	Black

The shrink tube Pliofine SAM 16,0 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 50 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 installations where reliable and durable covering of cables, connections or components is required.

Shrink tube
The shrink tube Pliofine SAM 16,0 is a thermoplastic shrink tube that reduces its original length by a ratio of 2:1 when heated to approximately 100 °C to 120 °C. This means that the tube shrinks to half its original outer diameter when heated, forming a tight, form-stable covering around the cable or wiring to be protected. The 2:1 shrink ratio allows flexible adaptation to different cable diameters, with the tube forming a dense, form-stable sheath after shrinking, ensuring high mechanical strength and good electrical insulation.

Applications
The shrink tube is used in electrical and IT installations to protect cables, wiring, connections or components from mechanical damage, moisture, dust and other environmental influences. It is particularly suitable for use in indoor and outdoor installations where durable and reliable insulation is required. The shrink tube can also be used for labelling cables or for bundling multiple wires. The black colour offers a neutral visual appearance suitable for many installation scenarios.

Functions and equipment in detail
The shrink tube Pliofine SAM 16,0 is packaged on a reel with a total length of 50 metres. The packaging weight is 1.02 kg, indicating a density of 20.4 grams per metre. This information enables precise planning of material quantities for larger installations. The shrink tube is made of a thermoplastic material that shrinks when heated, forming a form-stable, dense sheath. The black colour is resistant to UV radiation and weathering, making it suitable for outdoor use.

Technology explained simply
The shrink tube functions through thermal activation. When heated with a hot air blower or another suitable heating device, the tube shrinks to approximately half its original diameter. This occurs due to the thermoplastic structure of the material, which changes shape when heated and conforms to the shape of the underlying cable. After cooling, the shrink tube remains stable in its new form, creating a dense, form-stable covering. The 2:1 shrink ratio allows flexible adaptation to various cable diameters, with the tube forming a tight fit after shrinking.

Compatibility and accessories
The shrink tube Pliofine SAM 16,0 is compatible with a wide range of cables and wiring with diameters up to 8.0 mm. It can be used with various heating devices such as hot air blowers or special shrink tools. The use of appropriate tools is necessary to correctly perform the shrinking process.

Installation and mounting
The installation of the shrink tube involves sliding the tube onto the cable or wiring to be protected. Subsequently, the shrink tube is heated with a hot air blower or another suitable heating device until it shrinks to approximately half its original diameter. Care must be taken to ensure the temperature is not too high to avoid damaging the cable or wiring. After cooling, the shrink tube remains stable in its new form, creating a dense, form-stable covering. Installation requires no additional tools or materials, except for the heating device to activate the shrinking process.

Operational advantages
The shrink tube Pliofine SAM 16,0 provides reliable and durable protection for cables and wiring. The form-stable sheath after shrinking ensures high mechanical strength and good electrical insulation. The black colour is resistant to UV radiation and weathering, making the shrink tube suitable for outdoor use. Packaging on a reel with 50 metres enables efficient use in larger installations. The 2:1 shrink ratio allows flexible adaptation to various cable diameters, making the shrink tube universally applicable.