Why Choose the Partex HS2381BLUE 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex HS2381BLUE is a practical and versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, cable protection, wire identification and professional cable management. Manufactured by Partex, this blue heat shrink sleeving provides a convenient solution for protecting insulated conductors, larger cable assemblies and electrical connections in industrial automation systems, control panels and electrical installations.
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 cables, cable bundles and electrical components. The distinctive blue colour supports visual cable identification, helping engineers and installers distinguish designated wiring groups, circuits and equipment connections within organised electrical installations.
With a supplied internal diameter of 38.1 mm and a nominal recovered diameter of 19 mm, the HS2381BLUE is suitable for a range of larger-diameter cables, wiring assemblies and conductor protection applications. Supplied in a convenient 30 m pack, this blue heat shrink tubing offers a practical solution for electrical contractors, control panel builders, OEM manufacturers and industrial maintenance teams.
Key Advantages
- 2:1 heat shrink ratio provides a close-fitting protective sleeve when correctly installed.
- 38.1 mm supplied internal diameter accommodates compatible larger-diameter cables and wiring assemblies.
- 19 mm nominal recovered diameter allows effective shrinking around appropriately sized applications.
- Blue finish supports visual cable identification and colour-coded electrical installations.
- 30 m pack length provides a practical supply for electrical installation and panel-building projects.
- Helps protect covered wiring against abrasion, handling damage and general mechanical wear.
- Can be cut to the required length for individual insulation, identification and protection applications.
Key Features
- Partex HS2381BLUE heat shrink tubing.
- 2:1 nominal shrink ratio.
- 38.1 mm nominal internal diameter before shrinking.
- 19 mm nominal recovered internal diameter.
- Blue colour for cable identification and wiring organisation.
- 30 m supplied length.
- Heat-activated shrinking for a close-fitting protective sleeve.
- Suitable for electrical insulation, cable protection and identification applications.
- Can be cut to application-specific lengths for flexible installation.
Reliable Electrical Insulation and Colour-Coded Cable Protection
Heat shrink tubing such as the Partex HS2381BLUE provides a convenient method of insulating and protecting electrical wiring. When suitable heat is applied, the tubing contracts around the cable or component, creating a close-fitting sleeve that helps protect against abrasion and handling damage. The 2:1 shrink ratio provides flexibility when selecting tubing for compatible cable and conductor sizes. For effective installation, the tubing must be large enough to pass over the application before shrinking while having sufficient recovery to grip the finished assembly.
The blue finish makes the HS2381BLUE particularly useful for colour-coded cable identification and organised electrical installations. Blue sleeving can help distinguish selected wiring groups, cable assemblies or equipment connections where the colour is appropriate under the applicable identification scheme. Its 30 m pack supports repeated installation tasks and electrical assembly work, making it a practical choice for industrial automation, control panel manufacturing and electrical maintenance. Where blue is used to identify neutral conductors under applicable wiring standards, it should be applied consistently with the relevant installation requirements.
Typical Applications
- Electrical cable insulation and protection.
- Industrial control panel wiring and assembly.
- PLC and automation equipment cable management.
- Blue cable identification and colour-coded wiring systems.
- Protection of compatible larger-diameter conductors and insulated connections.
- Cable harness assembly and equipment maintenance.
- OEM machinery wiring and industrial electrical manufacturing.