The internal diameter of the tubing should be chosen so that, after shrinking, it is approximately 20% less than that of the object being covered.
Cut the heatshrinkable tubing so that the edge is smooth and clean.
Cover the object that has to be protected.
Shrink the tubing around the object starting from one end of the object, using a hot air instrument, for example, a hot air gun or a heat tunnel.
The correct shrinking temperature is essential for reduced shrinking time. The corresponding temperature can be found in the relative tubing data sheet.
When using tubing with internal adhesive, the adhesive layer may seepe out of the extremity of the tubing.
To prevent over-heating, make sure the heat is distributed evenly. Overheating the material during the shrinking process causes bubbling, discolouring or tearing.
For correct storage of heatshrinkable tubing make sure that it is stored in a cool, dry, clean place and that it is far from sources of direct heat.
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