Why Choose the Partex ECHS216YELLOW 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex ECHS216YELLOW is a versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, wire identification, cable protection and professional cable management. Supplied in yellow, this heat shrink sleeve has a nominal supplied diameter of 1.6 mm and a fully recovered diameter of 0.8 mm, making it suitable for small-diameter wires, conductors and electrical connections.
Designed for dependable electrical installation and cable management, the ECHS216YELLOW contracts when heated, forming a close-fitting protective sleeve around compatible cables and components. Its 2:1 shrink ratio means the tubing can reduce to approximately half its original internal diameter, helping provide a neat and secure finish for electrical wiring and cable assemblies.
With a 1.6/0.8 mm diameter specification and a generous 150 m pack length, the Partex ECHS216YELLOW is particularly suitable for electrical panel builders, wiring harness manufacturers, maintenance engineers and OEM production environments. The yellow colour supports clear cable identification and colour-coded wiring systems, while the long supply length is convenient for repeated cutting and installation.
Key Advantages
- Versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing for electrical insulation and cable protection.
- 1.6 mm supplied diameter suitable for small electrical conductors and cable assemblies.
- 0.8 mm fully recovered diameter for a close-fitting finish on compatible components.
- Yellow colour supports cable identification and colour-coded electrical installations.
- Heat-activated shrinking provides a neat, professional cable finish.
- Helps protect covered wiring against abrasion and everyday handling.
- Suitable for electrical control panels, wiring harnesses and industrial automation equipment.
- 150 m pack length ideal for workshop use, panel building and repeated production requirements.
Key Features
- Partex ECHS216YELLOW heat shrink tubing.
- 2:1 heat shrink ratio.
- 1.6 mm nominal diameter before shrinking.
- 0.8 mm nominal fully recovered diameter.
- Yellow finish for electrical wire identification and colour coding.
- Heat-shrinkable sleeve for cable insulation and protection.
- Suitable for compatible small-diameter wires and conductors.
- Can be cut to the required length for individual installations.
- Suitable for industrial electrical assembly and maintenance applications.
- Supplied in a 150 m pack for high-volume use.
Reliable Electrical Insulation and Cable Protection
Heat shrink tubing provides a practical method of insulating, identifying and protecting electrical wires and cable assemblies. The Partex ECHS216YELLOW is designed to shrink when heat is applied, allowing the sleeve to conform closely to compatible conductors and components. Its 2:1 shrink ratio makes it useful for applications requiring a compact, tidy and professional cable finish.
The ECHS216YELLOW is particularly suitable for electrical panel builders, automation engineers and wiring harness manufacturers working with small-diameter conductors. Its yellow colour enables easy visual identification within colour-coded wiring systems, while the 150 m supply length supports efficient preparation of multiple cable assemblies. For best results, the tubing should be selected according to the component diameter and heated evenly using a suitable heat gun, following the manufacturer's installation guidance.
Typical Applications
- Electrical wire insulation and cable protection.
- Colour-coded wire and conductor identification.
- Industrial electrical control panels and cabinets.
- PLC wiring and industrial automation equipment.
- Wiring harness manufacturing and cable assembly.
- Protection of compatible small electrical connections.
- OEM electrical equipment manufacturing.
- Electrical maintenance, repair and workshop applications.
- Organised cable management in machinery and control systems.
