General
Colour	Yellow/Green

The shrink tube Pliofine BX-VJ-03 480 from Ses-Sterling is a professional protective material for electrical wiring and cables in the field of installation technology. It is supplied in the form of a spool with a length of 75 metres and is characterised by a distinctive yellow/green colouring, which clearly identifies it as a marking for protective conductors or earth protection conductors in the electrical system. The application is particularly in electrical installation, where clear visual differentiation of protective conductors is required to avoid error sources and ensure safety.

Shrink tube with a shrink ratio of 3:1 enables precise and tight covering of cables and conductors. When heated, the tube shrinks to approximately one-third of its original diameter, creating a firm, shape-stable and tight covering. This property is particularly important to prevent mechanical damage, moisture or contamination. The colour yellow/green is specified by DIN VDE 0100-510 and other standards for protective conductors, allowing the tube to be directly used for marking earth protection conductors in the electrical system.

Applications include installation in buildings, industrial plants as well as in the field of electrical and IT infrastructure. The shrink tube is frequently used in wiring of sockets, switches, fuses or in machine and drive technology, where clear visual marking and mechanical protection are required. Use in outdoor installations is possible, provided the environmental conditions meet the requirements for mechanical and chemical resistance.

Functions and equipment in detail include high mechanical strength and resistance to mechanical stress. The material composition ensures good flexibility and shape stability after shrinking. The spool with 75 metres length provides sufficient quantity for larger installations and reduces the need for frequent reordering. The packaging weight is 0.83 kg, with a weight per metre of 11.07 g – this is relevant for transport and storage planning.

Technology explained simply shows that the shrink tube is made of a thermoplastic material that shrinks when heated (e.g. with a hot air blower). The shrinking occurs evenly and results in a tight, shape-stable sleeve around the cable. The yellow/green colour is not only visually striking but also complies with the requirements of electrical standards for protective conductors. The use requires no additional adhesives, as the shrinking itself creates a firm connection.

Compatibility and accessories include use with standard cables and conductors with a diameter below the original tube diameter. The spool is designed for use in electrical installation and can be combined with other products from the Pliofine series, provided the technical requirements are compatible.

Mounting and installation are carried out by sliding the shrink tube onto the cable or conductor, followed by heating with a hot air blower. The temperature must be chosen so that the tube shrinks evenly without burning. The working surface should be clean and dust-free to ensure optimal adhesion and shrinking.

The operational advantages lie in easy handling, clear marking and high mechanical stability after processing. The tight covering protects against mechanical stress, moisture and contamination. The yellow/green colour ensures clear identification in the electrical system, which simplifies maintenance and fault diagnosis. The spool with 75 metres length offers an economical solution for larger projects.