RCS-EGT Heat Shrink High Insulation/Elastomeric Two-Layer Tubing

Description

Key Features:

Dual-Layer Construction:

The RCS-EGT Tubing integrates a high-insulation outer layer with a flexible elastomeric inner layer, enhancing both electrical insulation and mechanical protection. This construction is designed to withstand the most challenging conditions.

Superior Insulation Performance:

Offers excellent dielectric properties, providing high voltage protection up to 42kV. Perfect for medium voltage systems, ensuring a safe and reliable connection for cables and components.

Heavy Wall Tubing:

The heavy wall design adds robust mechanical protection, improving the tubing’s resilience and durability for long-term use. It helps shield cables from external stresses, including abrasion, cuts, and impact.

Shrink Ratio 3:1:

The 3:1 shrink ratio ensures compatibility with a wide range of cable sizes. This feature makes installation easy and efficient, while also helping streamline inventory management.

Temperature Resilience:

The RCS-EGT Tubing fully recovers at a minimum temperature of 120°C, ensuring a secure fit that withstands temperature fluctuations and environmental stress.

Environmental Compliance:

Meets RoHS standards, ensuring the product is free from hazardous materials and fully compliant with environmental safety regulations.

Standard Color:

The tubing is available in red, a standard color for clear identification and industry alignment, ensuring it is easily recognized in field installations.

Voltage Rating:

Rated for use in medium voltage applications up to 42kV, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial and utility applications.

Applications:

Medium Voltage Cable Joints & Terminations:

The RCS-EGT Tubing is ideal for providing insulation and protection in medium voltage cable joints and terminations, especially where mechanical flexibility and high electrical performance are required.

Enhanced Electrical Insulation:

Perfect for systems needing advanced dielectric protection to ensure operational reliability and safety, especially in high-voltage environments up to 42kV.

Mechanical Durability:

Its heavy wall design offers robust mechanical protection, making it suitable for industrial environments that demand both electrical and physical resilience.

Why Choose RCS-EGT Heat Shrink Tubing?

Dual-Layer Construction for Superior Protection: The combination of a high-insulation outer layer and elastomeric inner layer ensures both electrical and mechanical durability, making it ideal for challenging environments.
Easy Installation & Compatibility: The 3:1 shrink ratio accommodates a wide range of cable sizes, simplifying installation and inventory management, while ensuring a secure fit.
Environmental Compliance: Meets RoHS standards, ensuring that the tubing is safe and environmentally friendly for a wide variety of applications.
High Voltage Rated: With a voltage rating of 42kV, this tubing is designed for use in medium voltage systems, providing long-term reliability and superior protection.

Typical technical performances:

Property	Test Method	Typical Data
Inner layer
Tensile strength	ASTM D 2671	5MPa min.
Ultimate elongation	ASTM D 2671	800% min.
Water absorption	ISO 62	0.5% max.
Dielectric strength	IEC 60243	22kV/mm min.
Volume resistivity	IEC 93	10¹⁴Ω.cm min.
Outer layer
Tensile strength	ASTM D2671	12MPa min.
Ultimate elongation	ASTM D2671	300% min.
Dielectric strength	IEC 60243	20kV/mm min.
Volume resistivity	IEC 93	10¹⁴Ω.cm min.
Water absorption	ISO 62	0.5% max.

Dimensions:

Type	H a (mm) Min.	H b (mm) Max.	W1 b (mm) nom.	W2 b (mm) Min.	W1+W2 b (mm) Min.	P Standard Length (m)
RCS-EGT 42/16	42	16	1.9	2.0	3.9	0.38-1.5
RCS-EGT 54/21	54	21	1.9	2.0	3.9	0.38-1.5
RCS-EGT 62/26	62	26	1.9	2.0	3.9	0.38-1.5
RCS-EGT 55/20	55	20	2.9	3.0	5.9	0.38-1.22
RCS-EGT 62/25	62	25	2.9	3.0	5.9	0.38-1.22
RCS-EGT 70/30	70	30	2.9	3.0	5.9	0.38-1.22
RCS-EGT 80/34	80	34	2.9	3.0	5.9	0.38-1.22
RCS-EGT 95/40	95	40	2.9	3.0	5.9	0.38-1.22

a = As supplied
b = After free recovery

RCS-EGT Heat Shrink High Insulation/Elastomeric Two-Layer Tubing