Why Choose the Partex HS216BROWN 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex HS216BROWN is a versatile and reliable 2:1 heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, wire protection, cable identification and professional cable management. Manufactured by Partex, this brown heat shrink sleeving provides a practical solution for insulating 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 nominal recovered diameter of 0.8 mm, the HS216BROWN is particularly suitable for small-gauge wiring and compact electrical assemblies. Supplied in a convenient 150 m pack, the brown tubing provides a practical bulk solution for electrical contractors, control 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 internal diameter suitable for compatible small wires and conductors.
- 0.8 mm nominal recovered diameter allows effective shrinking around appropriately sized wiring.
- Brown colour supports conductor identification and colour-coded electrical installations.
- 150 m pack quantity ideal for bulk installation, panel building and workshop applications.
- Provides additional electrical insulation and protection against abrasion and handling damage.
- Can be cut to the required length for individual wiring and cable identification applications.
Key Features
- Partex HS216BROWN heat shrink tubing.
- 2:1 nominal shrink ratio.
- 1.6 mm nominal internal diameter before shrinking.
- 0.8 mm nominal recovered internal diameter.
- Brown 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 protection and cable identification.
- Flexible tubing that can be cut to application-specific lengths.
Reliable Electrical Insulation and Cable Protection
Heat shrink tubing such as the Partex HS216BROWN 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 covered conductive areas.
The 2:1 shrink ratio offers flexibility when selecting tubing for compatible conductor sizes, while the brown colour makes it particularly useful for wiring identification and colour-coded electrical systems. In UK and European electrical installations, brown is commonly associated with line conductors, making brown heat shrink sleeving useful for visual identification when applied in accordance with the relevant wiring standards. The generous 150 m supply is suitable for repeated wiring operations, control panel assembly and electrical maintenance.
Typical Applications
- Electrical wire insulation and protection.
- Industrial control panel wiring and assembly.
- PLC and automation equipment wiring.
- Brown conductor 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.
