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ECHS2508GREY Partex 2:1 heat shrink tubing, 50.8/25.4mm, grey, pack 30m
Partex ECHS2508GREY grey heat shrink tubing with a 2:1 shrink ratio, 50.8 mm supplied diameter, 25.4 mm recovered diameter and 30 m pack length for electrical insulation, cable identification and industrial wiring protection.
£173.30
Why Choose the Partex ECHS2508GREY 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex ECHS2508GREY is a versatile and reliable grey heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, cable protection and wire identification in industrial and commercial electrical installations. Featuring a 2:1 shrink ratio, the tubing reduces from a nominal supplied internal diameter of 50.8 mm to approximately 25.4 mm when correctly heated, providing a close-fitting protective covering around suitably sized cables and electrical components.
As part of the Partex ECHS heat shrink tubing range, this product provides a practical solution for insulating conductors, protecting electrical connections and organising cable assemblies. Its neutral grey colour supports visual identification and colour-coded cable management while providing a neat, professional finish, making it particularly useful for control panel wiring, cable harness preparation and industrial automation installations.
Supplied in a convenient 30 m pack, the ECHS2508GREY is ideal for electrical contractors, control panel builders, OEM manufacturers and maintenance engineers requiring heat shrink sleeving for installation and assembly work. Its larger 50.8 mm supplied diameter makes it particularly useful for covering larger cables, cable bundles and suitably sized electrical connections. The tubing can be cut to the required length and installed using a suitable heat gun.
Key Advantages
- Versatile 2:1 heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation and cable protection.
- 50.8 mm supplied internal diameter shrinking to approximately 25.4 mm.
- Grey colour supports visual identification and colour-coded wiring systems.
- 30 m pack length suitable for electrical workshops and industrial assembly work.
- Suitable for covering larger cables, cable bundles and appropriately sized electrical connections.
- Provides an additional insulating layer around suitable conductors and electrical components.
- Helps protect wiring against abrasion, handling damage and general mechanical wear.
- Flexible cut-to-length format supports efficient installation and reduces unnecessary material waste.
Key Features
- Partex ECHS heat shrink tubing range.
- 2:1 nominal shrink ratio.
- 50.8 mm nominal supplied internal diameter.
- 25.4 mm nominal recovered internal diameter.
- Grey identification colour for cable management and wiring organisation.
- 30 m pack quantity.
- Heat-activated shrinking provides a close-fitting protective sleeve.
- Suitable for electrical insulation and cable harness protection.
- Can be cut to the required length for individual wiring applications.
- Suitable for use in electrical control panels, machinery and industrial cable assemblies.
Reliable Cable Insulation and Identification
Heat shrink tubing provides a practical method of insulating electrical conductors, covering suitable cable joints and protecting wiring assemblies. When controlled heat is applied, the tubing contracts around the underlying cable or component, creating a neat, closely fitted sleeve that helps reduce exposure to abrasion and general handling damage.
The Partex ECHS2508GREY combines a practical 2:1 shrink ratio with a neutral grey finish, making it suitable for professional electrical installations where cable protection and clear wiring identification are important. Its nominal 50.8 mm supplied diameter and 25.4 mm recovered diameter provide flexibility when covering appropriately sized larger cables, cable bundles, connections and components. Grey sleeving can also support conductor identification where this colour is specified by the applicable wiring standard or installation identification scheme.
Typical Applications
- Electrical cable and wire insulation.
- Industrial control panel wiring and assembly.
- Colour-coded cable identification and organisation.
- Protection of larger cable harnesses and cable bundles.
- Covering suitable electrical connections and wire terminations.
- Industrial automation and machinery wiring.
- Electrical maintenance, repair and refurbishment.
- OEM electrical equipment manufacturing and workshop assembly.
Technical Specifications
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| Supply Format | 30 m | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Heat-shrink tubing | |
| Material | Polyolefin | |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 25.4–50.8 mm | |
| Internal Diameter Before Shrinking (mm) | 50.8 mm | |
| Shrink Ratio | 2:1 | |
| Colour | Grey | |
| Adhesive Lined | No | |
| Manufacturer | Partex | |
| Series | ECHS Heat Shrink Tubing | |
| Model | ECHS2508GREY | |
| Product type | Heat shrink tubing | |
| Shrink ratio | 2:1 | |
| Supplied internal diameter | 50.8 mm | |
| Nominal recovered internal diameter | 25.4 mm | |
| Colour | Grey | |
| Pack length | 30 m | |
| Application method | Heat shrinking | |
| Primary functions | Electrical insulation, cable protection and wire identification | |
| Installation | Cut to length and apply controlled heat | |
| HS Code | 39269097 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Partex ECHS2508GREY used for?
The Partex ECHS2508GREY is used for electrical insulation, cable protection and wire identification. Its larger supplied diameter makes it suitable for covering appropriately sized cables, cable bundles and electrical connections.
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 correctly heated. The ECHS2508GREY has a nominal supplied diameter of 50.8 mm and a recovered diameter of approximately 25.4 mm.
How much heat shrink tubing is supplied?
The Partex ECHS2508GREY is supplied in a 30 m pack, providing tubing that can be cut to the required lengths for electrical installation, maintenance and cable assembly applications.
Why choose grey heat shrink tubing?
Grey heat shrink tubing provides a neutral, professional-looking covering that supports colour-coded cable identification and organised electrical installations. Grey is also used for line conductor identification in UK and European three-phase wiring systems, although the correct identification method must always follow the applicable wiring standards and installation requirements.
How is the Partex ECHS2508GREY installed?
Cut the tubing to the required length, position it over the cable or component and apply controlled, even heat using a suitable heat gun. The tubing contracts around the underlying surface to provide a close-fitting sleeve. Always select an appropriate tubing size and avoid overheating during installation.
Trusted Cable Identification Solutions from Partex
Partex provides cable identification and electrical installation products for industrial wiring, control panel construction and maintenance applications. The ECHS2508GREY heat shrink tubing offers a practical combination of electrical insulation, mechanical protection and visual identification for professional cable management.
