Why Choose the Partex HSMB16BROWN 2:1 Brown Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex HSMB16BROWN is a compact 2:1 brown heat shrink tubing product designed for electrical insulation, wire protection, cable identification and professional cable management. Manufactured by Partex, a specialist in cable marking and identification solutions, this heat shrink tubing provides a practical way to protect small electrical conductors and create neat, organised wiring installations.
Featuring a nominal supplied diameter of 1.6 mm and a recovered diameter of approximately 0.8 mm, the HSMB16BROWN is particularly suitable for small-diameter wires and fine electrical connections. Its 2:1 shrink ratio allows the tubing to contract to approximately half its original diameter when correctly heated, creating a close-fitting protective sleeve around compatible conductors.
Supplied in a convenient 17 m pack with a distinctive brown finish, the Partex HSMB16BROWN is ideal for electrical panel wiring, electronic assemblies, control circuits and cable harness manufacturing. The brown colour provides a useful visual identification option, while the compact tubing dimensions make it suitable for precise insulation and cable protection tasks.
Key Advantages
- 2:1 heat shrink ratio provides a close-fitting protective sleeve around small wires.
- 1.6 mm nominal supplied diameter suitable for fine electrical conductors and small cable assemblies.
- 0.8 mm nominal recovered diameter for secure coverage of appropriately sized wires.
- Brown colour supports visual wire identification and organised cable management.
- 17 m pack length provides convenient material for multiple installation and maintenance tasks.
- Provides additional electrical insulation and mechanical protection when correctly specified and installed.
- Helps protect insulated wires against abrasion, handling damage and general mechanical wear.
- Can be cut to the required length for individual wiring and cable protection applications.
Key Features
- Partex HSMB heat shrink tubing for professional electrical and cable management applications.
- 2:1 nominal shrink ratio.
- 1.6 mm nominal diameter before shrinking.
- 0.8 mm nominal recovered diameter.
- Brown tubing colour for visual identification and cable organisation.
- 17 m supplied pack length.
- Heat-activated shrinking for a close-fitting protective sleeve.
- Suitable for small wires, electronic assemblies and compatible insulated connections.
- Provides an additional protective layer around appropriately sized electrical conductors.
- Suitable for industrial automation, electrical control panels and general wiring maintenance.
Reliable Insulation and Identification for Small Electrical Wires
Heat shrink tubing provides a convenient method of protecting electrical conductors and improving cable identification. The Partex HSMB16BROWN features a 2:1 shrink ratio, allowing its nominal diameter to reduce from 1.6 mm to approximately 0.8 mm when heated under appropriate conditions.
The compact diameter makes this tubing particularly useful for fine electrical wiring, electronic connections and low-current control circuits where larger protective sleeves would be unsuitable. Its brown finish can help distinguish selected conductors or wiring groups within a cable assembly, provided that the identification scheme follows the applicable electrical standards.
For effective installation, select tubing that passes over the largest part of the wire or component before shrinking and has a recovered diameter small enough to grip the intended surface. Cut the tubing to the required length, position it correctly and apply controlled, even heat using a suitable heat gun. Always follow the manufacturer's installation guidance and select the tubing according to the electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements of the application.
Typical Applications
- Electrical insulation and protective sleeving for small-diameter wires.
- Industrial control panel wiring and conductor identification.
- Electronic equipment assembly and maintenance.
- Protection of suitable soldered wire joints and insulated connections.
- Small cable harnesses and wiring looms.
- Industrial automation and instrumentation wiring.
- Colour-coded cable organisation and identification.
- Electrical repair, refurbishment and maintenance work.
