Why Choose the Partex HS216BLUE 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex HS216BLUE is a versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, wire protection, cable identification and professional cable management. Manufactured by Partex, this blue heat shrink sleeving provides a practical solution for protecting and organising small-diameter wires and conductors in electrical installations, industrial automation systems and control panels.
Featuring a 2:1 shrink ratio, the tubing contracts to approximately half its original internal diameter when heated appropriately. This allows it to form a close-fitting protective sleeve around compatible wires, cable insulation and small electrical components. Its flexible construction makes it suitable for a wide range of wiring, assembly and maintenance applications.
With a supplied internal diameter of 1.6 mm and a recovered diameter of approximately 0.8 mm, the HS216BLUE is particularly suitable for small-gauge wiring and compact electrical assemblies. Supplied in a 150 m pack, the blue tubing provides a convenient bulk solution for electrical contractors, panel builders and industrial maintenance teams.
Key Advantages
- 2:1 heat shrink ratio provides a secure, close-fitting sleeve when correctly installed.
- 1.6 mm supplied diameter suitable for small wires and conductors.
- 0.8 mm recovered diameter allows effective shrinking around compatible cable sizes.
- Blue colour supports visual cable identification and organised wiring.
- 150 m pack quantity ideal for bulk installation and workshop applications.
- Provides additional electrical insulation and protection against abrasion and handling damage.
- Can be cut to the required length for individual wiring applications.
Key Features
- Partex HS216BLUE heat shrink tubing.
- 2:1 nominal shrink ratio.
- 1.6 mm nominal internal diameter before shrinking.
- 0.8 mm nominal recovered internal diameter.
- Blue finish for cable identification and wiring organisation.
- 150 m supplied length.
- Heat-activated shrinking for a close-fitting protective sleeve.
- Suitable for electrical insulation, wire bundling and cable protection.
- Flexible tubing suitable for cutting to application-specific lengths.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Partex
- Model: HS216BLUE
- Product type: Heat shrink tubing
- Shrink ratio: 2:1
- Supplied internal diameter: 1.6 mm
- Recovered internal diameter: 0.8 mm
- Colour: Blue
- Pack length: 150 m
- Shrinking method: Heat activated
- Primary function: Electrical insulation, wire protection and cable identification
- Installation method: Cut to length, position over the conductor and apply controlled heat
Reliable Electrical Insulation and Cable Protection
Heat shrink tubing such as the Partex HS216BLUE provides a convenient method of insulating and protecting electrical wiring. When suitable heat is applied, the tubing contracts around the wire or component, creating a close-fitting sleeve that helps protect against abrasion, handling damage and accidental contact with insulated areas.
The 2:1 shrink ratio offers flexibility when selecting tubing for compatible conductor sizes, while the blue colour helps distinguish individual wires or cable groups in electrical control systems. The generous 150 m supply makes this product particularly useful for repeated wiring operations, control panel assembly and maintenance activities.
Typical Applications
- Electrical wire insulation and protection.
- Industrial control panel wiring and assembly.
- PLC and automation equipment wiring.
- Cable identification and colour-coded wiring systems.
- Protection of small-diameter conductors and wire terminations.
- Electronics assembly and equipment maintenance.
- OEM machinery wiring and electrical manufacturing.
