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Heat shrink tubing is essential in medical applications, offering a high-performance solution for protecting sensitive components from harsh conditions. Acting as a tight, strong protective cover, it protects core components from extremes such as heat, shock, corrosion, moisture, chemical exposure, and more. Materials like FEP, PET, and PO are specifically chosen for their ability to withstand these environments while maintaining their structural integrity. Commonly used in applications like catheter manufacturing, these tubes are placed over components and heated, causing them to contract tightly around them. This process not only secures the components within but also provides a smooth, durable exterior that can withstand the rigors of medical use.
The term “heat shrink” describes the tube’s fundamental property of shrinking in diameter when heated, which makes it ideal for securing and insulating medical components. As one of the leading medical tubing suppliers in Singapore, our medical heat shrink tubing is engineered to shrink at precise temperatures, ensuring a consistent, reliable fit every time. This capability is critical in medical devices where non-reactivity and stability are paramount. By forming a tight barrier against external contaminants and mechanical stress, heat shrink tubing significantly enhances the lifespan and functionality of medical devices, playing a critical role in modern medical treatments.
FEP
PET
Polyolefin (PO)
PTFE
FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene) heat shrink tubing is engineered for high-precision medical applications, offering exceptional chemical resistance and durability under extreme conditions.
Shrink Ratio
1.3:1 | 1.6:1 | 2:1
Excellent Chemical
Resistance
High
Transparency
High Dielectric
Strength
Biocompatibility
Easy
Peel Off
FEP HEAT SHRINK 1.6:1 FRACTIONAL SIZES (WITH METRIC EQUIVALENTS)
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ORDERED AS FRACTIONAL SIZE
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EXPANDED INSIDE DIAMETER (ID) MIN.
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RECOVERED DIMENSION AFTER SHRINKAGE
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ID MAX.
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WALL THICKNESS
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NOMINAL
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TOLERANCE (±)
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in.
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in.
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(mm)
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in.
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(mm)
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in.
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(mm)
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in.
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(mm)
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in.
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(mm)
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3/32
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0.094
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2.38
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0.094
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2.38
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0.056
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1.422
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0.008
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0.203
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0.003
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0.076
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1/8
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0.125
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3.18
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0.125
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3.18
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0.075
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1.905
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0.010
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0.254
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0.003
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0.076
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3/16
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0.188
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4.76
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0.188
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4.76
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0.115
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2.921
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0.010
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0.254
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0.003
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0.076
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1/4
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0.250
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6.35
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0.250
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6.35
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0.150
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3.810
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0.010
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0.254
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0.003
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0.076
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3/8
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0.375
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9.53
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0.375
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9.53
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0.225
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5.715
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0.012
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0.305
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0.003
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0.076
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1/2
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0.500
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12.70
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0.500
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12.70
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0.300
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7.620
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0.015
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0.381
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0.004
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0.102
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3/4
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0.750
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19.05
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0.750
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19.05
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0.450
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11.430
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0.020
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0.508
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0.004
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0.102
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1
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1.000
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25.40
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1.000
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25.40
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0.600
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15.240
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0.025
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0.635
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0.005
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0.127
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1–1/2
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1.500
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38.10
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1.500
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38.10
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0.900
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22.860
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0.030
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0.762
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0.005
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0.127
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2
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2.000
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50.80
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2.000
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50.80
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1.200
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30.480
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0.030
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0.762
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0.005
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0.127
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PTFE medical heat shrink tubing, also known as polytetrafluoroethylene tubing, offers superior chemical resistance, biocompatibility, and low friction properties, making it ideal for high-purity applications like catheters and endoscopes.
Chemical
Inertness
High Thermal
Stability
Smooth
Surface Finish
Excellent
Dielectric Properties
Biocompatibility
PET heat shrink tubing is essential for various medical device applications, providing high strength and clarity, enhancing device safety and functionality.
Superior
Dielectric Strength
Enhances Stiffness with Minimal Profile Increase
Robust Hoop Strength for Secure Braid Termination
Thermal Stability across a Wide Temperature Range
Ideal for Protective Coatings and Component BundlingSH
PET heat shrink tubing is engineered for optimal clarity and robustness, making it an excellent choice for medical devices that require frequent visual checks and enduring strength.
Exceptional Optical Clarity
Enhanced Durability and Strength
Superior Chemical Resistance
Highly Flexible for
Varied Applications
Economical without Compromising Quality
Encapsulation
Insulation
Wire harness
Catheter Protective Jacket
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