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One of the best ways to protect a cable assembly is through heat shrink tubing. But, while choosing the tubing material, there are many different and important attributes to consider regarding the application.
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Important Attributes AboutCable Assembly Heat ShrinkTubing Cable assemblies are bundles of cables secured into a single unit with a connector at both ends that are used to transmit power or informational signals in electronic devices. This makes it very hassle-free and easy to handle multiple numbers of cables, making the workspace neat, organized, and clutter-free, while also keeping the operator and other work staff free from trips, falls, shocks, and other accidents. It also reduces the time for installation, while also reducingthetimeandeffortsputinforrepairingandreplacementsintimesofneed. • The cables can be protected in a variety of ways to assemble a cable assembly; some of them being– • Heat shrinks tubing – This holds the cables firmly together and can provide them with thermal protection and electrical insulation, along with protection from water and chemicals. • Spiral wrap tubing – This wrap type has openings that allow cables to join or separate from thegroup. • Tape –This kind of taping has many different types of backing like foam, cloth, felt, foil, and PVC; and can be manually or automaticallyapplied. • Sleeves –Made of braided polyethylene, sleeving can be applied down the length of a set of cables, or could be wrapped aroundthem.
Split loom tubing –Made with a small opening that runs its length and through which wires are installed, this type of tubing closes the slit after installation, keeping the cables surrounded. • Of all of these, heat shrink tubing is one of the most commonly used protective covers for cable assemblies;theattributesofwhichyoushouldconsiderareclearlystatedinthisblog. • Strength – It is obvious that the material you choose should be rated with a tensile strength sufficient to protect against breakage ordamage. • Flexibility – Tubing are available as very flexible to very rigid. Depending upon the size and type of area into which the cable assembly will be installed, the decision should be made abouttheflexibilityoftubingtobe used. • Temperature tolerance – Different tubing are rated differently for heat resistance. If your cables are to be used in a considerably hot environment, it is crucial that you choose the tubing material that is appropriately heatrated. • Chemical resistance – Keeping in mind the types of chemicals your cables could get in contactwithwithintheapplication,youwillhave tochoose themostappropriatetubing. • Water resistance –Just like chemicals, the kind of water that the harness will be exposed to is also of important consideration. It could be fresh water, salt water, soft water, hard water, or any othertype. • Abrasion resistance – If your cable assembly is likely to encounter friction and be exposed towearandtear,youwill needtohavetubingthatwon'terode. • Flame resistance – If the application that the cable assembly is to be used in is likely to comeincontactwithfireorflame,thetubingmusthave an appropriateULrating. • Electrical insulation – The dielectric strength of the tubing will help you assess how much voltageitwillbeabletohandle. • UV protection – If the application that the tubing is to be used in is going to be frequently exposed to sunlight, the tubing should be one thathas a UV-resistance. • Shrink factor – Tubing materials shrink to a certain extent. Thus, it is important toknow the kindofratioyourequireand whatthematerialprovides. • If you want to eliminate all the hassles involved with the selection of the tubing material, fearing that you may make the wrong choice, you need to leave it all in the hands of experts. The best choice could be choosing to partner with Miracle Electronics, the leading and most reliable cable assembly manufacturers inGermany.