Heat shrink tubing is widely used throughout many industries to protect & insulate wires & cables.
We supply two types of heat shrink tubing that will handle applications in all types of industrial as well as military applications.
PVC heat shrink tubing offers a high degree of flexibility and forms a smooth and tight-fitting insulation for most applications. It is resistant to most chemicals and oils, moisture, sunlight, and fungus. With a low shrink temperature of less than 200°F, this tubing offers exceptional dielectric and mechanical protection without damage to adjacent or enclosed components.
Flexible polyolefin heat shrink offers a superior flame resistance and an outstanding balance of electrical, chemical and physical properties. It is rated for up to 275°F of continuous operation and elevated temperatures to 572°F for short periods of time. It is suitable as a lightweight wire-harness covering, component packaging and as a fire-resistant covering.
This tubing meets industry standards and can be manufactured in clear as well as a number of standard colors. Custom hot stamp printing is also available to simplify identification.
Our heat shrink tubing products offer outstanding quality and reliability for a broad range of industries and applications. For high-quality products and exceptional customer service, contact us to learn more about our heat shrink tubing products.
We specialize in providing quality service and products, which is highlighted with our ISO 9001:2008 certification. From soldering irons, hot tools, spirally cut tubing, PTFE tubing and heat shrink tubing, M.M. Newman Corporation is a single-source solution for all your wire and cable protection needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of heat shrink tubing does M.M. Newman offer?
M.M. Newman supplies two types of heat shrink tubing suited to different industrial requirements. PVC heat shrink tubing offers high flexibility, a low shrink temperature of 212°F, and resistance to many chemicals and oils, moisture, sunlight, and fungus. It provides strong dielectric and mechanical protection without risking damage to adjacent or enclosed components during application. Flexible polyolefin heat shrink offers superior flame resistance, continuous operation ratings up to 275°F, and short-term temperature tolerance up to 572°F, making it the right choice for high-temperature or fire-sensitive environments.
Can heat shrink tubing be customized with colors or identification printing?
Yes. M.M. Newman heat shrink tubing is available in clear and a range of standard colors to support visual identification of cables and harnesses. Custom hot-stamp printing is also available, allowing you to apply identification codes, part numbers, or labels directly to the tubing. This simplifies cable identification in complex wiring systems and reduces the need for separate labeling materials.
What is the key difference between PVC and polyolefin heat shrink tubing?
PVC heat shrink tubing forms a smooth, flexible insulation layer that is well suited for most standard industrial and commercial cable protection applications. Flexible polyolefin heat-shrink tubing is engineered for high-performance environments: it maintains integrity at continuous operating temperatures up to 275°F, provides superior flame resistance, and suits wire harness coverings, component packaging, and applications requiring fire-spread prevention. For applications involving heat exposure or demanding electrical environments, polyolefin is the appropriate choice.
What industries commonly use heat shrink tubing for cable and wire protection?
Heat shrink tubing is widely used across industrial, military, aerospace, automotive, marine, electrical, and medical applications. Common uses include electrical insulation for individual wires, protection for soldered or crimped connections, wire harness covering, terminal and connector sealing, and component packaging. M.M. Newman’s heat shrink tubing products suit environments ranging from standard industrial facilities to harsh-condition deployments requiring chemical resistance and flame performance.