Anti-Tracking Tube
Heat Shrink Non-Tracking Tube is used in medium-voltage cable joints and terminations up to 36 kV, produced from non-tracking cross-linked polyolefin material for exceptional insulation and long-term service reliability.
Choose a size
Selection Charts
- D min.
- Minimum internal diameter as supplied
- d max.
- Maximum internal diameter after free recovery
- T
- Recovered wall thickness (±10 %)
| Code | D min.(mm) | d max.(mm) | T ±10%(mm) | Spool length(m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GAT 25/8 | 25 | 8 | 2.2 | 30 |
| GAT 35/12 | 35 | 12 | 2.4 | 30 |
| GAT 45/16 | 45 | 16 | 2.5 | 30 |
| GAT 55/20 | 55 | 20 | 2.5 | 30 |
| GAT 65/25 | 65 | 25 | 2.5 | 15 |
| GAT 75/28 | 75 | 28 | 2.5 | 15 |
| GAT 100/38 | 100 | 38 | 2.5 | 15 |
| GAT 120/45 | 120 | 45 | 2.5 | 15 |
Source: GALA INSULTUBE Non Tracking Tube catalogue sheet, Issue 2, January 2024.
GAT(HW) heavy wall selection chart
| Code | D min.(mm) | d max.(mm) | T ±10%(mm) | Length max.(m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GAT(HW) 25/8 | 25 | 8 | 5 | 1.5 |
| GAT(HW) 35/12 | 35 | 12 | 5 | 1.5 |
| GAT(HW) 55/18 | 55 | 18 | 5 | 1.5 |
| GAT(HW) 65/25 | 65 | 25 | 5 | 1.5 |
| GAT(HW) 85/30 | 85 | 30 | 5 | 1.5 |
| GAT(HW) 100/38 | 100 | 38 | 5 | 1.5 |
| GAT(HW) 120/45 | 120 | 45 | 5 | 1.5 |
| GAT(HW) 140/50 | 140 | 50 | 5 | 1.5 |
Source: GALA INSULTUBE Non Tracking Tube catalogue sheet, Issue 2, January 2024.
Material properties
Technical Specification
| Properties | Value | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Physical | ||
| Tensile Strength | 10 N/mm² (Mpa) (min.) | ASTM D638 |
| Ultimate Elongation | 350 % (min) | ASTM D638 |
| Longitudinal Change | -10 % (max.) | ASTM D2671 |
| Hardness | 45 ±10 Shore D | ASTM D2240 |
| Water absorption | 0.5 % (max.) | ASTM D570 |
| Thermal | ||
| Accelerated ageing | (120 °C for 500 hrs) | ASTM D2671 |
| Tensile Strength | 8 N/mm² (Mpa) (min.) | ASTM D638 |
| Ultimate Elongation | 250 % (min.) | ASTM D638 |
| Low Temperature Flexibility (-40 °C for 4 hrs.) | No Cracking | ASTM D2671 |
| Heat Shock (250 °C for 30 min.) | No cracking or flowing | ESI 09-11 |
| Shrink Temperature | 125 °C | IEC 216 |
| Continuous Temperature Limit | -40 to +100 °C | IEC 216 |
| Electrical | ||
| Dielectric Strength | 15 kV/mm.(min) | ASTM D149 |
| Dielectric constant | 5 (max.) | ASTM D150 |
| Resistant to track & erosion | No Tracking, erosion or flame failure upto 3.25 kV for 20 min. | ASTM D2303 |
Source: GALA INSULTUBE Non Tracking Tube catalogue sheet, Issue 2, January 2024.
Dimensions & Drawings
A non-tracking cross-linked polyolefin tube for insulating medium-voltage cable joints and terminations up to 36 kV.
Covered on this page
- Heat Shrinkable Tubes/Heat Shrink Sleeves
- Anti-Tracking Tubes
Features & Benefits
- Anti-tracking performance and erosion resistance
- Halogen free, flame retardant
- Good weather/UV resistance
- High resistance to chemical, solvent, corrosion and fungus
- GAT series (normal wall) and GAT (HW) heavy-wall selection charts
Applications
- Insulation in medium voltage cable joints and terminations up to 36 kV
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Anti-Tracking Tube used for?
It is used for:
- Insulation in medium voltage cable joints and terminations up to 36 kV
How do I choose the right size?
Use the selection chart on this page: it lists every code with its dimensions, and the key above it says what each column means. If you are not sure which fits, send the dimensions you are working to with the form below.
Where can I download the datasheet?
From the "Download datasheet" button at the top of this page, or here:
Can I get a quote, a sample or a size that is not listed?
Send your cable details, quantity and application with the "Request a Quote or Sample" form at the foot of this page. For a size or variant that is not in the chart, describe what you need there, or use Technical support at the top of the page, and the technical team will confirm what can be supplied.
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