General
Colour	Orange

The Pliofine B-EX 2540 Box (2m) orange shrink tube from Ses-Sterling is a protective material specifically developed for use in electrical and electronic installations. It serves for mechanical and electrical insulation of cables, wires, and connections, particularly in environments where high requirements for protection class and resistance to external influences exist. The shrink tube is supplied in a box with a length of 2 meters and is available in the color orange, making it suitable for visual identification or differentiation in complex cabling systems.

Applications

The shrink tube is intended for use in industrial and technical installations where reliable insulation and mechanical protection are required. It is particularly suitable for covering cable connections, plug connectors, circuit traces, and other sensitive electrical components. The orange color can be used to identify specific wire types or to improve visibility in complex installations. Typical applications include electrical installation, automation technology, and machine building.

Functions and Equipment in Detail

The Pliofine B-EX 2540 shrink tube offers a shrink ratio of 2:1, meaning it reduces to half its original outer diameter when activated by heat. This ensures a tight fit around the cables or wires to be protected and provides a dense, shape-stable covering. The shrink ratio is crucial for the quality of insulation and the mechanical stability of the connection. The orange color is not only visually identifiable but can also be used to identify specific wire functions or safety categories.

Technology Explained Simply

The shrink tube is made of a thermoplastic material that shrinks and tightly conforms to the underlying cable or connection when heated (e.g., with a hot air gun). The shrinkage occurs evenly and prevents the ingress of moisture, dust, or other external influences. The material composition ensures high mechanical strength and resistance to mechanical stress. The 2:1 shrink ratio allows flexible application on various cable diameters, achieving an exact fit after the shrinking process.

Compatibility and Accessories

The shrink tube is designed for use with cables and wires within the permissible diameter range. The exact fit is achieved through the 2:1 shrink ratio. It can be processed using various tools such as a hot air gun or specialized shrinking devices. The use of shrink tubes is standard in many industries, especially in electrical and automation technology.

Installation and Mounting

Installation is carried out by sliding the shrink tube over the area to be protected, followed by heating with a hot air gun or another suitable device. The temperature must be high enough to activate the shrinking process, but not so high as to damage the underlying material. The shrinking time depends on the length and diameter of the tube as well as the heat source used. After shrinking, the tube remains in its reduced form, forming a dense, shape-stable covering.

Advantages in Operation

The shrink tube provides reliable electrical insulation and mechanical protection. The tight fit after shrinking prevents the ingress of moisture, dust, or other external influences. The orange color enables easy visual identification, simplifying maintenance and wire identification. The application is simple and requires no additional tools other than a hot air gun or similar heating device. The 2:1 shrink ratio ensures flexible application on various cable diameters.