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HS2762YELLOW Partex 2:1 heat shrink tubing, 76.2/38.1mm, yellow, pack 15m
Partex HS2762YELLOW yellow 2:1 heat shrink tubing with a 76.2 mm supplied diameter, 38.1 mm recovered diameter and 15 m pack length, designed for electrical insulation, visual identification and mechanical protection of large cables and industrial wiring assemblies.
£199.10
Why Choose the Partex HS2762YELLOW 2:1 Yellow Heat Shrink Tubing?
The Partex HS2762YELLOW is a professional 2:1 yellow heat shrink tubing designed for electrical insulation, cable identification and mechanical protection of large electrical cables, conductor bundles and industrial wiring assemblies. Featuring a nominal supplied diameter of 76.2 mm and a nominal recovered diameter of 38.1 mm, this large-diameter heat shrink sleeving provides a practical solution for protecting and organising substantial cable assemblies in industrial and commercial electrical installations.
Part of the Partex heat shrink tubing range, HS2762YELLOW uses heat-activated radial contraction to form a close-fitting protective sleeve around appropriately sized cables and components. The tubing helps protect covered wiring against abrasion, rubbing and routine handling damage while producing a neat, professional finish. Its distinctive yellow colour supports visual cable identification, colour-coded wiring organisation and easier recognition of selected cable assemblies.
With a 2:1 nominal shrink ratio, the tubing can contract from its supplied diameter of 76.2 mm towards a recovered diameter of 38.1 mm when heated correctly. Supplied in a convenient 15 m pack, Partex HS2762YELLOW is suitable for electrical contractors, control panel manufacturers, industrial maintenance engineers and OEM equipment builders requiring cut-to-length protective sleeving for larger cable assemblies.
Key Advantages
- 2:1 shrink ratio: Provides dimensional recovery for a close fit around appropriately sized cables and components.
- 76.2 mm supplied diameter: Accommodates large electrical cables, conductor bundles and cable connections before shrinking.
- 38.1 mm recovered diameter: Allows the tubing to contract around suitable cable assemblies for a neat protective finish.
- Yellow colour: Provides clear visual differentiation for cable identification and organised wiring systems.
- Large-diameter coverage: Suitable for protecting substantial cable assemblies and grouped conductors.
- Electrical insulation: Provides additional insulating sleeving when correctly selected for the application's electrical requirements.
- Mechanical protection: Helps reduce exposure to abrasion, rubbing and routine handling damage.
- Professional finish: Creates a tidy covering around cable transitions, conductor bundles and suitable electrical terminations.
- Cut-to-length convenience: Allows installers to prepare individual sleeves for different cable assemblies.
- 15 m pack: Provides a practical quantity for large-cable installation, production and maintenance work.
- Versatile applications: Suitable for electrical panels, machinery wiring, cable harnesses and industrial equipment assemblies.
Key Features
- Partex heat shrink tubing for electrical insulation, cable identification and mechanical protection.
- Manufacturer part number: HS2762YELLOW.
- Nominal shrink ratio: 2:1.
- Nominal supplied diameter: 76.2 mm.
- Nominal recovered diameter: 38.1 mm.
- Colour: Yellow.
- Pack length: 15 m.
- Heat-activated radial shrinking for a close-fitting protective sleeve.
- Suitable for appropriately sized large electrical cables and conductor bundles.
- Supports visual cable identification and colour-coded wiring organisation.
- Helps protect covered wiring against routine mechanical wear.
- Provides a neat finish for industrial electrical cable assemblies.
- Can be cut into individual lengths to suit installation requirements.
- Suitable for professional electrical installation, maintenance and assembly applications.
Reliable Insulation and Protection for Large Electrical Cable Assemblies
The Partex HS2762YELLOW provides a convenient solution for protecting large electrical cables, conductor bundles and connections that require a substantial sleeve opening. Its nominal 76.2 mm supplied diameter allows the tubing to be positioned over appropriately sized cable assemblies, wiring transitions and components before heat is applied. Once heated correctly, the tubing contracts around the assembly to create a close-fitting protective covering.
The 2:1 shrink ratio offers flexibility when selecting tubing for cable assemblies with variations in diameter. The nominal recovered diameter of 38.1 mm allows the tubing to reduce to approximately half its original diameter, helping installers achieve a tidy and consistent finish. Correct sizing is essential: the tubing must fit over the largest part of the assembly before shrinking and recover sufficiently to grip the intended surface.
Its yellow finish makes HS2762YELLOW useful for colour-coded cable management, visual identification and distinguishing selected wiring groups. Yellow sleeving may be incorporated into equipment-specific identification schemes where permitted by the applicable standards. However, plain yellow tubing should not be used as a substitute for the green/yellow identification required for protective earth conductors in UK and European electrical installations.
The 15 m pack is convenient for panel-building workshops, electrical assembly operations and maintenance departments that regularly prepare large-diameter cable sleeving. Installers can cut the required length, position it over the conductor or cable assembly and apply controlled heat using an appropriate heat gun. For applications requiring moisture sealing, a specifically rated adhesive-lined or sealing product should be selected rather than assuming standard heat shrink tubing provides a watertight seal.
Typical Applications
- Electrical insulation of appropriately sized large cables and conductor assemblies.
- Industrial control panel wiring and cable management.
- Protective sleeving for large cable bundles and wiring looms.
- Machinery wiring and industrial automation installations.
- Yellow cable identification and colour-coded electrical assemblies.
- Identification of selected wiring groups within equipment-specific schemes.
- Protection of suitable cable joints and wiring transitions.
- Electrical distribution equipment and switchgear assemblies.
- Industrial cable harness manufacturing and assembly.
- OEM equipment manufacturing and electrical production lines.
- Industrial maintenance, repairs and refurbishment work.
- Protective finishing of suitable electrical cable terminations.
- Workshop cable preparation and harness assembly.
- General-purpose electrical cable protection and insulation.
Technical Specifications
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| Supply Format | 15 m | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Heat-shrink tubing | |
| Material | Polyolefin | |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 38.1–76.2 mm | |
| Internal Diameter Before Shrinking (mm) | 76.2 mm | |
| Shrink Ratio | 2:1 | |
| Colour | Yellow | |
| Adhesive Lined | No | |
| Manufacturer | Partex | |
| Product range | 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing | |
| Manufacturer part number | HS2762YELLOW | |
| Product type | Heat shrink tubing / electrical insulation sleeving | |
| Nominal shrink ratio | 2:1 | |
| Nominal diameter before shrinking | 76.2 mm | |
| Nominal diameter after recovery | 38.1 mm | |
| Colour | Yellow | |
| Pack length | 15 m | |
| Shrinking method | Controlled application of heat | |
| Primary functions | Cable insulation, mechanical protection and visual identification | |
| Installation | Cut to length, position over the cable and apply heat evenly | |
| Typical installation environments | Industrial electrical assemblies, control panels, machinery and cable harnesses | |
| HS Code | 39269097 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Partex HS2762YELLOW heat shrink tubing used for?
The Partex HS2762YELLOW is used for electrical insulation, mechanical protection and visual identification of appropriately sized large cables, conductor bundles and electrical connections. It is suitable for industrial control panels, machinery wiring, electrical assemblies and cable harnesses.
What does the 2:1 shrink ratio mean?
A 2:1 shrink ratio means the tubing can contract to approximately half its original nominal diameter when fully recovered under suitable heating conditions. This allows it to fit closely around appropriately sized cables and components.
What are the supplied and recovered diameters of HS2762YELLOW?
The tubing has a nominal supplied diameter of 76.2 mm and a nominal fully recovered diameter of 38.1 mm. The cable or component must fit inside the tubing before shrinking, and the tubing must be capable of recovering sufficiently around the finished assembly.
How much Partex HS2762YELLOW tubing is supplied?
Partex HS2762YELLOW is supplied in a 15 m pack. The tubing can be cut into shorter sections to suit individual cable insulation, identification and protection requirements.
Can yellow heat shrink tubing be used for electrical cable identification?
Yes. The yellow colour can support visual cable identification where appropriate to the installation's wiring identification scheme. Plain yellow sleeving should not replace the green/yellow identification required for protective earth conductors under applicable UK and European electrical wiring standards.
Is the Partex HS2762YELLOW suitable for large cable bundles?
Yes. The 76.2 mm nominal supplied diameter makes HS2762YELLOW suitable for appropriately sized large cable bundles and conductor assemblies. The tubing can recover towards a nominal diameter of 38.1 mm, so the final cable diameter must be considered to ensure a suitable fit.
Is Partex HS2762YELLOW waterproof?
The tubing provides protective sleeving around suitable cables and connections, but waterproof or moisture-sealing performance should not be assumed without a confirmed product rating. Where environmental sealing is required, select a heat shrink product specifically designed and rated for that purpose.
How should the Partex HS2762YELLOW be installed?
Cut the tubing to the required length, slide it over the cable or suitable electrical connection and apply controlled, even heat using an appropriate heat gun. Continue heating until the tubing has contracted around the assembly, then allow it to cool before handling. Ensure the cable is safely isolated and the tubing is correctly sized for the intended application.
Trusted for Professional Cable Insulation and Identification
Partex heat shrink tubing offers electrical contractors, panel builders, OEM manufacturers and industrial maintenance teams a practical solution for cable protection, insulation, identification and professional wiring finishes. The HS2762YELLOW variant combines a nominal 76.2 mm supplied diameter, 38.1 mm recovered diameter, 2:1 shrink ratio and convenient 15 m pack length for efficient preparation and protection of large cable assemblies.
