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ECHS2127GREY Partex 2:1 heat shrink tubing, 12.7/6.3mm, grey, pack 50m
Partex ECHS2127GREY grey 2:1 heat shrink tubing with a 12.7 mm supplied internal diameter and 6.3 mm fully recovered internal diameter, supplied in a 50 m pack for electrical insulation, cable protection and wire identification.
£31.67
Why Choose the Partex ECHS2127GREY 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex ECHS2127GREY is a versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, cable protection and wire identification in industrial, commercial and electrical engineering applications. Supplied in a professional grey finish, this heat shrink sleeving provides a practical solution for protecting electrical conductors, insulating connections and organising cable assemblies.
Featuring a nominal supplied internal diameter of 12.7 mm and a fully recovered internal diameter of 6.3 mm, the ECHS2127GREY offers an approximately 2:1 shrink ratio. When suitable heat is applied, the tubing contracts around appropriately sized cables, conductors and electrical components, forming a close-fitting protective sleeve that supports electrical insulation and mechanical protection.
Supplied in a convenient 50 m pack, the Partex ECHS2127GREY is well suited to electrical panel builders, wiring harness manufacturers, maintenance engineers and industrial production environments. Its grey colour supports visual cable identification and colour-coded wiring systems, while the cut-to-length format makes it suitable for individual electrical repairs and repeated manufacturing applications.
Key Advantages
- Versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing for electrical insulation and cable protection.
- 12.7 mm supplied internal diameter reducing to approximately 6.3 mm after full recovery.
- Grey colour supports cable identification and colour-coded electrical installations.
- Heat-activated shrinking provides a close fit around compatible cables and conductors.
- Helps protect sleeved electrical connections against abrasion, handling and everyday mechanical wear.
- Suitable for electrical wiring, industrial control panels and automation equipment.
- Convenient 50 m supply length for regular installation and manufacturing requirements.
- Can be cut to the required length for individual cable, connector and component applications.
Key Features
- Partex ECHS2127GREY heat shrink tubing.
- 2:1 shrink ratio for controlled dimensional recovery.
- 12.7 mm nominal supplied internal diameter.
- 6.3 mm nominal fully recovered internal diameter.
- Grey finish for colour-coded cable identification.
- Heat-activated tubing designed to contract around electrical wires and components.
- Provides an additional layer of electrical insulation and mechanical protection.
- Suitable for cable assemblies, wiring installations and component sleeving.
- 50 m pack length suitable for production, installation and maintenance use.
Reliable Electrical Insulation and Cable Protection
Heat shrink tubing provides a convenient method of insulating electrical conductors, covering cable joints and protecting wiring assemblies. The Partex ECHS2127GREY 2:1 heat shrink tubing contracts when suitable heat is applied, allowing the sleeve to conform closely to appropriately sized cables and electrical components. This helps create a neat, organised installation while providing an additional protective layer against everyday mechanical wear.
The 12.7/6.3 mm diameter configuration makes this tubing suitable for a range of compatible electrical cables, insulated connections, wiring harnesses and cable assemblies. Its grey finish is useful where grey sleeving is specified as part of a cable identification scheme or where a neutral, professional appearance is preferred. For effective installation, ensure the tubing fits over the cable or component before heating and has sufficient recovery to grip it securely. Apply heat evenly using a suitable controlled heat source and follow the manufacturer's installation guidance.
Typical Applications
- Electrical wire insulation and protection.
- Industrial control panel wiring and cable management.
- Electrical conductor and cable connection insulation.
- Wiring harness manufacturing and assembly.
- Grey colour-coded cable and conductor identification.
- Electrical connection and solder joint covering.
- Automation equipment and instrumentation wiring.
- Electrical maintenance, repairs and production assembly.
Technical Specifications
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| Supply Format | 50 m | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Heat-shrink tubing | |
| Material | Polyolefin | |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 6.3–12.7 mm | |
| Internal Diameter Before Shrinking (mm) | 12.7 mm | |
| Shrink Ratio | 2:1 | |
| Colour | Grey | |
| Adhesive Lined | No | |
| Manufacturer | Partex | |
| Series | ECHS | |
| Model | ECHS2127GREY | |
| Product type | Heat shrink tubing | |
| Shrink ratio | 2:1 | |
| Nominal diameter before shrinking | 12.7 mm | |
| Nominal diameter after full recovery | 6.3 mm | |
| Colour | Grey | |
| Installation method | Heat activated | |
| Application | Electrical insulation, cable protection and wire identification | |
| Supply length | 50 m | |
| Pack quantity | 1 × 50 m length | |
| HS Code | 39269097 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Partex ECHS2127GREY used for?
The Partex ECHS2127GREY is 2:1 heat shrink tubing used to insulate, protect and identify electrical wires, cable connections and wiring assemblies in industrial, commercial and electronic applications.
What does the 2:1 shrink ratio mean?
A 2:1 shrink ratio means the tubing can reduce to approximately half its original internal diameter when fully recovered. The ECHS2127GREY has a nominal internal diameter of 12.7 mm before shrinking and 6.3 mm after full recovery.
What size cables is this heat shrink tubing suitable for?
The tubing has a nominal supplied internal diameter of 12.7 mm and a fully recovered internal diameter of 6.3 mm. It is suitable for appropriately sized cables and components that fit inside the tubing before heating and allow it to grip securely after shrinking. Select the correct size according to the cable's outside diameter and the required recovery.
What colour is the ECHS2127GREY heat shrink tubing?
The ECHS2127GREY is supplied in grey, making it useful for cable identification, colour-coded wiring systems and electrical installations where grey sleeving is specified. Its neutral appearance is also suitable for applications requiring a consistent, professional wiring finish.
How much heat shrink tubing is supplied in one pack?
The Partex ECHS2127GREY is supplied in a 50 m pack, providing a practical quantity for electrical panel building, wiring harness production, maintenance and other applications requiring repeated lengths of heat shrink tubing.
Trusted Cable Identification and Protection Solutions from Partex
Partex provides cable identification, insulation and management products for electrical engineers, panel builders and industrial maintenance professionals. The ECHS2127GREY 2:1 grey heat shrink tubing offers a practical solution for protecting and identifying electrical conductors, with a 50 m supply length suited to regular installation and production requirements.
