English English
Home > News > Industry News
Industry News

Key Details about Heat Shrinkable Rainshed

2023-05-10
Heat Shrinkable Rainshed are tubular enclosures made of a heat-shrinkable polyethylene material. When heated, the material shrinks to form a tight, waterproof seal around cables, wire harnesses or other items that need environmental protection from rain, moisture and weather.

The Heat Shrinkable Rainshed consist of a polyethylene jacket that has been crosslinked to hold memory of its expanded size and shape. When heated with a heat gun, the entire tube shrinks in diameter up to 1/2 of its original size. This creates a tight barrier around the item inside. Heat shrinkable rainsheds are available in sizes to fit around anything from small wire bundles up to large cables, pipes, hoses, and more. Heat Shrinkable Rainshed can be cut to the exact length needed for the application. Adhesive-lined sheds also provide a superior seal.

To install, slide Heat Shrinkable Rainshed over the items needing protection. Apply heat with a heat gun while gently tugging on the shed. Continue heating and pulling until it has shrunk tightly into place. For the best seal, apply heat evenly to the entire surface of the shed.

Once installed and cooled, the shed forms a durable, flexible enclosure that is waterproof and weather-resistant. It protects against rain, snow, moisture, UV radiation, dirt, chemicals, and temperature extremes. Properly installed sheds can last many years. Benefits of Heat Shrinkable Rainshed include low cost, flexibility, easy installation, and customization to specific applications. They provide an excellent temporary or permanent solution for items that require protection in outdoor, exposed or unprotected areas. Limited wiring or de-energizing during installation.

Drawbacks include the need for powered heating equipment to activate and shrink the sheds into place. Limited chemical resistance compared to some other tubing and sheathing options. Not suitable for areas requiring electrical insulation. Common applications of Heat Shrinkable Rainshed include protecting wire harnesses, power cords, hydraulic/pneumatic hoses, pipes, bottles, transformers, lighting fixtures, railings and more in outdoor exposed areas. Protection from weather, moisture, dirt, UV and temperature extremes.
heat shrinkable rainshed

Previous:

Key Details about Semi-Conductive Tape

Next:

Details about Heat Shrinkable Termination kits
X
We use cookies to offer you a better browsing experience, analyze site traffic and personalize content. By using this site, you agree to our use of cookies. Privacy Policy
Reject Accept