These micro moulded parts or heat shrink boots from TE Connectivity (Raychem / Tyco) are used for mechanical protection and cable strain relief. Produced in a variety of shapes and materials, the range of Raychem branded moulded shapes are supplied in an expanded form. On the application of heat, they shrink to a pre-determined size and shape, providing a tough, protective covering for the components over which they are installed. These moulded parts are with or without coating available.
As supplied | After heating |
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Dimensions in mm | |||||||||||
Part Number | Inside diameter (coating reduces max. 1.5mm) | P | T | U | X | J0 | HW | JW | |||
As supplied | After heating | Tolerance +/- 10% | Tolerance +/- 20% | ||||||||
H | J | H | J | ||||||||
224W221 | 11 | 11 | 9.3 | 2.1 | 12.3 | 1.5 | 0.55 | 2.4 | 6.6 | 1 | 0.5 |
Material (not all combinations available) | ||
Ordering Code | Material | Operating temperature range |
-3 | Polyolefin, semi-rigid | -55°C to +135°C |
-4 | Polyolefin, flexible | -55°C to +135°C |
-12 | Fluoroelastomer, flexible | -55°C to +200°C |
-25 | Elastomer, fluid resistant | -75°C to +150°C |
-100 | Polyolefin, halogen free | -30°C to +105°C |
Coating, Adhesive | ||
Ordering code | Material | Operating temperature range |
/42 | Polyamide, hot-melt | -20°C to +60°C |
/86 | High performance, hot-melt | -55°C to +120°C |
/225 | Epoxy/Polyamide | -75°C to +150°C |
Colour | ||
Ordering Code | Colour | |
0 | Black |