The Science Behind Double-Wall Heat Shrink and Its Superior Performance

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• The Science Behind Double-Wall Heat Shrink and
  Its Superior Performance

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• The Basics of Heat Shrink Technology

• Heat shrink tubing is a thermoplastic cylinder
  constructed with cross-linking polymers that
  offer strain relief, moisture resistance,
  protection, and insulation to wires, cables, and
  terminals.
• It was invented by a chemical engineer in the
  1950s by using radiation or heat to create a
  tubing that would shrink when heated.
• Heat shrink is available in various sizes and can
  be applied to various sized wires and cables.
• The shrink ratio refers to the rate of shrink.
  For example, a 2-1 ratio means the heat shrink
  will shrink to one half its diameter.

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• Introduction to Double-Wall Heat Shrink

• Double-wall heat shrink tubing is a multi-layer
  thermoplastic product with an interior adhesive
  lining for extra protection and insulation of the
  encompassed product.
• The outer layer of the double-wall tubing acts as
  an extra layer of protection from impact,
  abrasion, and tears.
• Dual wall heat shrink tubing works as a strain
  relief of wires and connections while doubling as
  an insulator from extreme temperatures.
• This type of heat shrink tubing is available in
  shrink ratios ranging from 21 to 41.

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• The Science Behind Double-Wall Heat Shrink

• There are several types of materials used to
  create a double-wall heat shrink tubing product.
  While basic polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a cheaper
  material cost-wise, polyolefin offers superior
  protection and insulation without breaking the
  bank.
• Polyolefin is a synthetic substance that can be
  easily manipulated without compromising the
  quality and durability.
• It offers high resistance to liquids, moisture,
  chemicals, and fluctuating extreme temperatures.
  The material itself can withstand temperatures
  ranging from 125C to 135C.

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• The Superior Performance of Double-Wall Heat
  Shrink

• The function of dual-wall adhesive heat shrink
  tubing is to provide a higher level of insulation
  and protection in situations where the components
  are exposed to harsh environmental conditions.
• The composition of the double-wall tubing offers
  resistance to moisture, chemicals, ultraviolet
  light, and corrosion.
• Constructed with durable materials, the dual-wall
  heat shrink tubing can withstand high voltages
  and protect against impact, tears, and abrasions.
  
• Having a double layer can also extend the
  longevity of the protected components as it
  provides strain relief, reducing the risk of
  damage from vibration, movement, and weight
  stress.

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• Applications of Double-Wall Heat Shrink

• With adhesive-lined heat shrink tubing, the
  application possibilities are endless. Protection
  and identification of wires, cables, connectors,
  and terminals are essential for all industries
  including medical, marine, and military fields.
• Electrical and electronics industry This
  industry is a top user of double-wall heat shrink
  tubing to protect and insulate wires and cables.
• Automotive and aerospace industry As dual-wall
  tubing shields components from exposure to harsh
  weather conditions and movement from vibration,
  this industry is a top customer of tubing
  manufacturers.
• Telecommunications and data communication
  industry With the advancement of modern
  technology, this industry sees new developments
  on a daily basis that call for having an extra
  layer of protection and insulation for optical
  fibers, cables, and wires.

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• ShrinkShop's Double-Wall Heat Shrink Solution
• r Performance of Double-Wall Heat Shrink

• As a prominent dual-wall heat shrink supplier,
  ShrinkShop uses specialized materials and
  polyolefin to offer superior quality for all
  applications.
• Our tubing features durable adhesive lining,
  ultraviolet protection, and a resilient outer
  layer to protect against moisture, temperatures,
  corrosion, and abrasion.
• By using color-coded heat shrink tubing or
  custom-printed heat shrink tubing, your
  businesses can label wiring for easy
  identification and include your company logo.
• We can print your company logo or product
  information on one or both sides of the
  double-wall heating shrink tubing so that the
  text will not be distorted once the heat is
  applied to the tubing.

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  cience-behind-double-wall-heat-shrink-and-its-perf
  ormance

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