ECHS248BLUE Partex 2:1 heat shrink tubing, 4.8/2.4mm, blue, pack 75m

ECHS248BLUE Partex 2:1 heat shrink tubing, 4.8/2.4mm, blue, pack 75m

Partex ECHS248BLUE blue 2:1 heat shrink tubing with a 4.8 mm supplied internal diameter and 2.4 mm recovered internal diameter, supplied in a 75 m pack for electrical insulation, cable protection and colour-coded wire identification.

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Why Choose the Partex ECHS248BLUE 2:1 Blue Heat Shrink Tubing?

The Partex ECHS248BLUE is a versatile 2:1 blue heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, cable protection and colour-coded wire identification in industrial and commercial electrical installations. Part of the Partex ECHS heat shrink tubing range, this sleeving provides a practical solution for protecting electrical conductors, insulating connections and achieving a neat, professional finish on cable assemblies.

Featuring a nominal supplied internal diameter of 4.8 mm and a nominal fully recovered internal diameter of 2.4 mm, the ECHS248BLUE offers a 2:1 shrink ratio. When suitable heat is applied, the tubing contracts around appropriately sized conductors and components, creating a close-fitting protective covering that helps reduce abrasion, mechanical wear and damage caused by routine handling.

The distinctive blue finish provides clear visual identification and supports organised cable management in electrical equipment. Supplied in a convenient 75 m pack, the ECHS248BLUE is suitable for electrical contractors, control panel manufacturers, industrial maintenance engineers and OEM equipment builders requiring dependable heat shrink sleeving for wiring, cable preparation and electrical assembly applications.

Key Advantages

  • Versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing for electrical insulation and cable protection.
  • 4.8 mm nominal supplied internal diameter accommodates appropriately sized wires, connections and cable assemblies.
  • 2.4 mm nominal recovered internal diameter enables a close-fitting finish on compatible components.
  • Blue colour supports visible wire identification and organised cable management.
  • Heat-activated shrinking allows the tubing to conform around suitable conductors and connections.
  • Helps protect electrical wiring against abrasion, handling damage and mechanical wear.
  • Suitable for electrical insulation, cable sleeving and colour-coded identification.
  • Can be cut to the required length for individual wiring and connection applications.
  • Useful for control panel manufacturing, industrial automation and electronic equipment assembly.
  • Convenient 75 m pack supports professional cable preparation and maintenance work.

Key Features

  • Partex ECHS248BLUE blue heat shrink tubing.
  • 2:1 shrink ratio for controlled diameter reduction when heated.
  • 4.8 mm nominal supplied internal diameter.
  • 2.4 mm nominal fully recovered internal diameter.
  • Blue finish for visible cable identification and professional wiring installations.
  • Heat-shrinkable construction for close-fitting electrical sleeving.
  • Suitable for protecting compatible electrical conductors, joints and connections.
  • Provides an additional insulating and protective covering around appropriately prepared electrical assemblies.
  • Cut-to-length format for flexible installation and cable preparation.
  • Suitable for colour-coded wire identification where permitted by applicable wiring conventions.
  • Useful for industrial control panels, machinery wiring and cable harness production.
  • Supplied in a 75 m pack.

Reliable Electrical Insulation and Cable Identification for Industrial Wiring

Heat shrink tubing is widely used in electrical engineering, industrial automation and electronics manufacturing to provide an insulating and protective covering around wires, electrical connections and cable assemblies. When heated using a suitable controlled heat source, the tubing contracts in diameter to fit around the underlying conductor or component. This creates a neat protective sleeve that helps reduce exposure to abrasion, handling damage and mechanical wear.

The Partex ECHS248BLUE 2:1 blue heat shrink tubing has a nominal internal diameter of 4.8 mm before shrinking and a nominal fully recovered diameter of 2.4 mm. These dimensions make it suitable for appropriately sized electrical conductors, soldered connections and wiring assemblies. The blue finish provides a consistent appearance and can support cable identification schemes in control panels, automation systems and industrial equipment.

For dependable results, the tubing should have sufficient initial diameter to pass over the largest part of the assembly and an appropriate recovered diameter to achieve the required fit. Apply heat evenly using suitable equipment and avoid excessive temperatures that could damage the tubing or underlying insulation. In UK electrical installations, blue is associated with neutral conductor identification, so colour selection should follow the applicable wiring requirements. Standard heat shrink tubing should not be assumed to provide a waterproof seal unless a suitable sealing construction is specified.

Typical Applications

  • Electrical wire insulation and protection.
  • Small cable and conductor sleeving applications.
  • Protection of soldered electrical connections.
  • Industrial control panel wiring and assembly.
  • Colour-coded cable and wire identification.
  • Neutral conductor identification where appropriate under applicable wiring requirements.
  • Electronic equipment manufacturing and repairs.
  • Industrial automation and instrumentation wiring.
  • OEM cable harness and wiring loom production.
  • Electrical maintenance, repairs and refurbishment work.
  • Professional cable preparation and production assembly.

Technical Specifications

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Supply Format 75 m
Device Type Heat-shrink tubing
Material Polyolefin
Cable Diameter (mm) 2.4–4.8 mm
Internal Diameter Before Shrinking (mm) 4.8 mm
Shrink Ratio 2:1
Colour Blue
Adhesive Lined No
Manufacturer Partex
Series ECHS Heat Shrink Tubing
Model ECHS248BLUE
Product type Heat shrink tubing
Product category Heat Shrink Sleeving and Cable Protection
Shrink ratio 2:1
Nominal supplied internal diameter 4.8 mm
Nominal fully recovered internal diameter 2.4 mm
Colour Blue
Operating principle Heat-activated diameter reduction
Application Electrical insulation, cable protection and colour-coded wire identification
Installation method Position over the component and apply controlled heat
Format Cut-to-length heat shrink tubing
Pack length 75 m
Manufacturer SKU ECHS248BLUE
HS Code 39269097

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Partex ECHS248BLUE heat shrink tubing used for?

The Partex ECHS248BLUE is used for electrical insulation, protection of wires and connections, cable sleeving and colour-coded conductor identification. It is suitable for control panel wiring, electronics, industrial automation and cable assembly 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 under suitable heating conditions. The ECHS248BLUE has a nominal supplied internal diameter of 4.8 mm and a nominal recovered internal diameter of 2.4 mm.

Why choose blue heat shrink tubing?

Blue heat shrink tubing provides a visible covering for electrical conductors and cable assemblies. It can support colour-coded wiring and conductor identification, including neutral conductor identification where appropriate. The selected colour must comply with the applicable electrical installation requirements.

How is the Partex ECHS248BLUE installed?

Cut the tubing to the required length, slide it over the wire or component and apply controlled heat evenly using a suitable heat gun. The tubing contracts around the component as it heats. Ensure the selected tubing dimensions are compatible with the assembly and avoid overheating the tubing or underlying cable insulation.

How much blue heat shrink tubing is supplied in one pack?

The Partex ECHS248BLUE is supplied in a 75 m pack, providing a practical quantity for industrial wiring, electronics assembly, cable harness manufacturing and electrical maintenance work.

Trusted by Electrical Engineers and Cable Assembly Professionals

Partex cable identification and installation accessories provide practical solutions for electrical engineers, industrial maintenance teams and control panel manufacturers. The ECHS248BLUE blue 2:1 heat shrink tubing combines convenient installation, visible colour identification and dependable cable sleeving for professional electrical wiring, connection protection and cable assembly applications.