Heat Shrink Semi‑conductive Tubes are used in cable joints up to 36kV to provide an insulation screen on the build‑up insulation over connectors. Made from thermally stabilised cross‑linked semi‑conductive polymeric material for reliable electrical performance.
Part numbers, as supplied ID, recovered ID, wall thickness, and length range
| Part No. | As supplied ID min (mm) | After recovery ID max (mm) | Recovered wall thickness (mm) | Standard length (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRSBG-45/18 | 45 | 18 | 2.4±0.1 | 400-1200 |
| WRSBG-50/20 | 50 | 20 | 2.4±0.1 | 400-1200 |
| WRSBG-55/23 | 55 | 23 | 2.4±0.1 | 400-1200 |
| WRSBG-65/26 | 65 | 26 | 2.4±0.1 | 400-1200 |
| WRSBG-100/30 | 100 | 30 | 2.9±0.1 | 400-1200 |
| WRSBG-120/35 | 120 | 35 | 2.9±0.1 | 400-1200 |
*Standard length range: 400‑1200 mm per piece (custom cut available).
Electrical, mechanical and thermal properties
| Property | Test Method | Standard Value |
|---|---|---|
| Operating temperature | IEC 216 | -40°C to +100°C |
| Tensile strength (MPa) | ASTM D638 | ≥14 |
| Elongation at break (%) | ASTM D638 | ≥300 |
| Tensile strength after aging (MPa) | ASTM D2671 / 120°C,168h | ≥11 |
| Elongation after aging (%) | ASTM D2671 / 120°C,168h | ≥240 |
| Volume resistance (Ω·cm) | ASTM D2303 | 1×10² – 1×10³ |
| Longitudinal shrinkage (%) | — | ≤15 |
| Eccentricity (%) | ASTM D267 | ≤30 |
| Water absorption (%) | ISO 62 | ≤0.1 |