Highly Flame Retardant, Single Wall, Zerohal Tubing SWFR Heat Shrink Tubing | October 2016

SWFR Heat Shrink Tubing TE now offers SWFR, a halogen- free, UL VW-1 rated single wall heat shrink tubing. SWFR is a highly flame-retardant, 2:1 shrink ratio, polyolefin tubing with a low shrink temperature for fast application. Advances in material science and manufacturing efficiencies allow SWFR tubing to be offered at a very attractive price point. It’s for applications where: Basic insulation, protection or strain relief is needed for in-line components, wire splices and terminations Highly flame retardant material is needed Halogen-free material is needed that will emit minimal toxic/acidic gases during combustion TE now offers SWFR, a halogen-free, UL VW-1 rated single wall heat shrink tubing. SWFR is a highly flame-retardant, 2:1 shrink ratio, polyolefin tubing with a low shrink temperature for fast application. Advances in material science and manufacturing efficiencies allow SWFR tubing to be offered at a very attractive price point. It’s for applications where: Basic insulation, protection or strain relief is needed for in-line components, wire splices and terminations Highly flame retardant material is needed Halogen-free material is needed that will emit minimal toxic/acidic gases during combustion

SWFR Heat Shrink Tubing What’s new? TE is introducing a new single wall tubing product meeting requirements for application across many industries. SWFR Single wall tubing product meeting the stringent requirements of UL 224 VW-1 flammability and CSA OFT rating Electrically insulates, mechanically protects, strain relieves and is highly flame retardant Shrinks at a low temperature for fast installation 2:1 shrink ratio with many different sizes offered Thin wall (X2) and very thin wall (X4) types Zerohal tubing -- essentially free of halogens Very flexible We are pleased to introduce this new, highly flame retardant, single wall heat shrink tubing product. This product meets the stringent flammability requirements of UL VW-1 and CSA OFT. SWFR tubing electrically insulates, mechanically protects and strain relieves, and it is highly flame retardant. This tubing shrinks at a low temperature for fast installation. Its shrink ration is 2:1, and it is offered in a range of sizes. Both thin wall (X2) and very thin wall (X4) types are available. A Zerohal tubing product, SWFR is essentially free of halogens. This means the tubing will emit minimal toxic/acidic gases during combustion, a critical consideration when the product is used in confined spaces. Per industry standards, materials such this that are classified as halogen-free may still contain trace amounts of halogens. For example, IEC 61249-2-21 permits the term halogen-free to be used for materials containing as much as 1500 PPM of halogens. SWFR tubing is also very flexible for easy application of harnesses that have been made using this product.

SWFR Tubing Features Provide This Single Wall Solution With Great Design Versatility Key Features Very thin wall X4 version is UL recognized and CSA certified at 125°C, 300V, saving space in applications and installing more quickly High degree of flame retardancy in a single wall, halogen-free, polyolefin formulation Meets VW-1 flammability test specified in UL 224 standard, and meets CSA OFT rating Electrically insulates and mechanically protects components, terminals and splices Low recovery temperature permits quick installation, minimizes risk of thermal damage to heat-sensitive components Let’s take a closer look at the features of SWFR tubing so we can beter understand how itoffers such great design versatility. It combines a high degree of flame retardancy with a single wall, halogen-free, polyolefin formulation. Illustrative of its flame retardancy, it meets the VW-1 flammability test specified in the UL 224 standard, and it meets the CSA OFT rating. The relatively low recovery temperature permits quick installation, and it minimizes risk of thermal damage to heat-sensitive components. Thin wall X2 version is UL recognized and CSA certified at 125°C, 600V. Very thin wall X4 version is UL recognized and CSA certified at 125°C, 300V, saving space in applications, permitting greater density and installing even more quickly. SWFR tubing electrically insulates and mechanically protects components, terminals and splices. It bundles wires for very flexible light-duty harnesses SWFR strain relieves electrical wire connections for long-term reliability Bundles wires for very flexible light-duty harnesses Thin wall X2 version is UL recognized and CSA certified at 125°C, 600V Strain relieves electrical wire connections for long-term reliability

SWFR Heat Shrink Tubing Applications Appliances Refrigerators Dishwashers Washers and dryers Ranges Building Equipment Elevators Escalators Lighting Security systems Automotive Cars Off-road vehicles Trucks Buses Industrial Equipment Control cabinets Robotic arms Rail cars Commercial Electronics and Communications Computer peripherals Copiers Fax machines With its relatively low cost, flame retardant capabilities and other features, SWFR tubing may find application across many different industries and markets: In home appliances, applications might include refrigerators, dishwashers, washers & dryers and cooking ranges, but there are others, too, including small appliances. Applications within the industrial marketplace could be quite diverse, as control cabinets, robotic arms and even rail cars are expected to have requirements for SWFR tubing. Elevators, escalators, lighting and security systems are among the types of building equipment that have requirements for the features of SWFR tubing. Within commercial electronics and communications there are numerous potential applications such as computer peripherals, copiers and even fax machines, (yes, they are still being manufactured). SWFR tubing may also be used in automotive applications such as cars, off-road vehicles and equipment, trucks and buses. Remember, as a Zerohal tubing product, SWFR can be used in confined spaces where the emission of toxic gasses from burning materials containing halogens is undesirable.

SWFR Tubing is Designed to Perform Features Benefits Becomes an excellent candidate for applications in appliances, motor vehicles, commercial electronics, and consumer electronics given the increased focus on consumer safety Highly flame-retardant with UL VW-1 rating Essentially free of halogens Environmentally friendly. Emits minimal amounts of toxic or acidic gasses when burned, making it appropriate for use in enclosed areas. Irradiated polyolefin jacket Electrically insulates and mechanically protects components and other electrical connections and terminations Permits quick installation and reduces the risk of damage to temperature-sensitive components. The X2 thin wall version shrinks quickly, and the X4 very thin wall version can shrink more than twice as fast as the X2. Low shrink temperature Key benefits may be derived from the features of SWFR heat shrink tubing. Being highly flame retardant with a UL VW-1 rating, SWFR tubing becomes an excellent candidate for applications in appliances, motor vehicles, commercial electronics, and consumer electronics given the increased focus on consumer safety. Essentially free of halogens, SWFR tubing is environmentally friendly. It emits minimal amounts of toxic or acidic gasses when burned, making it appropriate for use in enclosed areas. SWFR tubing’s irradiated polyolefin jacket electrically insulates and mechanically protects components and other electrical connections and terminations. The low shrink temperature of SWFR tubing permits quick installation and reduces the risk of damage to temperature-sensitive components. With its broad range of sizes, from 0.8mm to 30mm inside diameter when unrecovered, SWFR tubing is suitable for a wire range of applications. SWFR tubing is from TE Connectivity. The benefit here is peace of mind for some. TE is a global industry leader with a long history of supplying a broad range of Raychem heat shrink tubing solutions for many different applications and markets. With sizes from 0.8 to 30mm, SWFR tubing Is suitable for use in a range of applications. X2 versions offer thin walls while X4 versions have very thin walls. The thinner wall permits X4 protected components to be packed more closely, saving space. Broad range of sizes, choice of wall thicknesses Peace of mind – TE is a global industry leader with a long history of supplying a broad range of Raychem heat shrink tubing solutions for many different applications and markets From TE Connectivity

SWFR Heat Shrink Tubing Product Description Shrink Ratio: 2:1 Size Ranges: X2 (thin wall) type 1/0.5 through 30/15 X4 (very thin wall) type 0.8/0.4 through 25/12.5 Note: Size is indicated in millimeters, with the first number indicating the minimum inside diameter as supplied (D), and the second number indicating the maximum inside diameter after recovery (d). Temperature Characteristics: Minimum shrink temperature: 70°C (158°F) Full recovery temperature: 90°C (194°F) Operating temperature range: -30°C to 125°C (-22°F to 257°F) Standard Color: Black Marking: None on standard product, available as special order UL Recognized: File E35586 CSA Certified: File LR31929 Standard Packaging: On spools Now let’s take a look at some of the basic characteristics of this flame retardant, ZEROHAL tubing. It has a 2:1 shrink ratio, and it is offered in two types X2 is thin wall, and X4 is very thin wall. The X2 thin wall tubing is supplied in sizes ranging from 1mm up to 30mm, and the X4 very thin wall tubing is supplied in sizes ranging from 0.8mm up to 25mm. Minimum shrink temperature is 70°C, while full recovery temperature for SWFR tubing is a relatively low 90°C. The tubing can be used across an operating temperature range of -30°C to 125°C. This tubing’s standard color is black, and while there is no marking on the standard tubing, marking on the tubing is available on a special order basis. SWFR tubing, both X2 and X4 types, is UL recognized, File E35586 and CSA Certified, File LR31929. The standard packaging configuration for SWFR tubing is on spools. Part number information and agency marks are noted on the spool’s label. Review the product flyer and data sheets for more details about the product’s specifications.

SWFR Heat Shrink Tubing Installation Easily installed using one of TE’s hot air heating tools commonly referred to as heat guns (hand held or bench mounted) Can also be installed using a variety of more elaborate TE application equipment, such as tunnel ovens and belt heaters, typically reserved for high-volume production environments SWFR tubing is designed to be quickly and easily applied. For low volume requirements, a hot air heating tool, referred to as a heat gun, can be used in either a hand held or bench mounted mode. TE offers several different models of heat guns as well as accessories to direct the airflow and reflect the heat. The tubing is slipped over the wiring or component to which it is to be applied, and the heat is then applied to the tubing. When SWFR tubing is heated, is shrinks and conforms to the shape of the substrate to which it is applied. To support high volume production requirements, TE offers a broad line of more elaborate heating equipment for application of heat shrink tubing. Heat Guns Tunnel Oven

Material and Insulation Properties Performance Highlights SWFR Tubing: A Highly Flame Retardant, Single Wall, Zerohal Tubing Product That Can Be Easily Applied Material and Insulation Properties Temperature Rating Performance Highlights Highly flame-retardant crosslinked polyolefin tubing Very good electrical insulation properties Choice of thin wall X2 or very thin wall X4 versions Halogen free Minimum shrink temperature: 70°C (158°F) Full recovery temperature: 90°C (194°F) Operating temperature range: -30°C to 125°C (-22°F to 257°F) Highly flame-retardant; UL VW-1 rated tubing Very good electrical insulation and good mechanical protection of electrical connections and terminations Suitable for use in enclosed spaces where emission of toxic gasses from burning materials containing halogen is undesirable. To summarize, SWFR tubing is a highly flame retardant, single wall, Zerohal tubing product that is cost effective and can be easily applied to protect a broad range of applications. Its material and insulation properties include a highly flame retardant crosslinked polyolefin jacket, very good electrical insulation properties and the it is offered as a thin wall (X2) or very thin wall (X4) product. The very thin wall X4 version is particularly useful when space saving is important, as it offers the ability to pack protected components more closely than is possible with many other types of tubing. Both X2 and X4 versions are halogen-free tubing products. The product’s minimum shrink temperature is 70°C, and its full recovery temperature is a relatively low 90°C, permitting quick application. It can be used across operating temperatures ranging from -30°C to 125°C. Key performance highlights include being highly flame retardant (evident by its meeting the UL VW-1 rating), offering very good electrical insulation and good mechanical protection of electrical connections and terminations. Very importantly, it is suitable for use in mass transit vehicles, buildings and other enclosed spaces where emission of toxic gasses from burning materials containing halogen is undesirable SWFR tubing’s characteristics suggest that it will be suitable for use to enhance product safety and reliability in a broad range of applications. SWFR is a Zerohal tubing product meets the UL VW-1 flammability rating to enhance product safety and reliability while permitting quick application at relatively low temperatures

Additional Information Sales Literature Web Resources SWFR Product Flyer 1-1773894-4 www.te.com/SWFRtubing Specifications SWFR X2 customer drawing SWFR X4 customer drawing SWFR X2 data sheet SWFR X4 data sheet UL 224 VW-1 Contacts Product Information Center SWFR tubing is described in the product flyer. SWFR specifications can be found in the SWFR customer drawings, one for X2 and one for X4. Data sheets for X2 and X4 are also available. Additionally, specific details about the VW-1 flammability test can be found in the appropriate section of UL standard 224. Details about SWFR tubing can be found online at www.te.com/SWFRtubing. More information about SWFR tubing is available via the TE Product Information Center accessible via te.com. The tubing product management team is also a valuable source of information. John Sandwell is the global leader, while Paul Gu is product manager for Asia/Pacific, Jing Lu is product manager for the Americas and Richard Kewell is product manager for EMEA.

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