Manufacturer Profile: HellermannTyton
About HellermannTyton
HellermannTyton is a global manufacturer of wire and cable management and identification solutions. Since its foundation in 1969 HellermanTyton has continually invested in product development and quality systems to provide users with the most innovative and dependable products on the market. HellermannTyton’s commitment to innovation has led to the development of proprietary manufacturing processes in addition to a strategic product portfolio that boasts over 60,000 products.
HellermannTyton Products
- Cable Ties
- Cable Clips & Clamps
- Cable Tie Mounts
- Heat Shrink Tubing
- ID Labels
- Wire Raceway
- Thermal Transfer Printers
To see HellermannTyton’s complete product portfolio download the HellermanTyton catalog.
HellermannTyton Product Applications
HellermannTyton cable management solutions are widely used in industries such as aerospace, solar energy, heavy equipment, industrial automation, and networking. For example HellermannTyton manufactures solar energy products such as solar ties, solar e-clips and solar identification labels. Many of HellermanTyton’s solar products are designed to meet the National Electrical Code (NEC) labeling requirements as well as to route and protect cables.
Authorized HellermannTyton Distributor
bisco industries is your local authorized HellermanTyton distributor. To find stock and pricing by part number, visit biscoind.com.
What is Heat Shrink Tubing?
Heat Shrink Tubing Description
Heat shrink tubing (heatshrink) is plastic tubing used to protect cables and wires from harsh environments. When heat is applied to the tubing, it shrinks in diameter and length causing the tubing to tightly wrap around the inserted wire(s).
Heat Shrink Uses
While the primary function of heat shrink tubing is to protect wires from harmful elements like oil and dust there are several other functions and benefits. Heat shrink tubing is also utilizied to insulate wires, bundle wires together, color-code wires for organization, relieve strain and stress on cables and neatly terminate the ends of braided sleeving.
Heat Shrink Sizing
Heat shrink tubing is available in many sizing options. Depending on the manufacturer, the shrink rate may be stated as a ratio or percentage. For example heat shrink tubing with a shrink ratio of 3 to 1 will shrink to one third of the original diameter. The expanded (original) diameter of the heat shrink should be 20-30% larger than thickest portion of of the application.
Heat Shrink Tubing Manufacturers
Heat shrink tubing was first invented in the late 1950’s by Raychem Corporation founder, Paul Cook. Today there are countless options available from many different manufacturers. Leading manufacturers include:
- 3M
- HellermannTyton
- Alpha Wire
- Panduit
- Dunbar
- Essentra (formerly Richco)
- Thomas & Betts
- Molex
- TE Connectivity (Raychem)
- Qualtek
Learn More About Heat Shrink
Selecting heat shrink tubing can be an overwhelming process but there are many resources available help guide users to the right solution. These resourses include Alpha Wire’s heat shrink tubing brochure and Panduit’s heat shrink selection guide . bisco industries’ team of product specialist are also standing by to assist you with any quesitons you may have. Email us here or call 1-800-323-1232.
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