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Medical Heat Shrink Tubing

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.

Our Range Of Medical Heat Shrink Tubes

FEP

PET

Polyolefin (PO)

PTFE

FEP Heat Shrink Tube

Description

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)
ORDERED AS FRACTIONAL SIZE
EXPANDED INSIDE DIAMETER (ID) MIN.
RECOVERED DIMENSION AFTER SHRINKAGE
ID MAX.
WALL THICKNESS
NOMINAL
TOLERANCE (±)
in.
in.
(mm)
in.
(mm)
in.
(mm)
in.
(mm)
in.
(mm)
3/32
0.094
2.38
0.094
2.38
0.056
1.422
0.008
0.203
0.003
0.076
1/8
0.125
3.18
0.125
3.18
0.075
1.905
0.010
0.254
0.003
0.076
3/16
0.188
4.76
0.188
4.76
0.115
2.921
0.010
0.254
0.003
0.076
1/4
0.250
6.35
0.250
6.35
0.150
3.810
0.010
0.254
0.003
0.076
3/8
0.375
9.53
0.375
9.53
0.225
5.715
0.012
0.305
0.003
0.076
1/2
0.500
12.70
0.500
12.70
0.300
7.620
0.015
0.381
0.004
0.102
3/4
0.750
19.05
0.750
19.05
0.450
11.430
0.020
0.508
0.004
0.102
1
1.000
25.40
1.000
25.40
0.600
15.240
0.025
0.635
0.005
0.127
1–1/2
1.500
38.10
1.500
38.10
0.900
22.860
0.030
0.762
0.005
0.127
2
2.000
50.80
2.000
50.80
1.200
30.480
0.030
0.762
0.005
0.127

PTFE Heat Shrink Tube

Description

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 Tube

Description

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

Polyolefin (PO) Heat Shrink Tube

Description

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

General Application of Heat shrink tube

Encapsulation

Insulation

Wire harness

Catheter Protective Jacket