Heat Shrink CATV Tube (INSULTUBE Premium)
Insultube-Premium (GBT) is a heat-shrinkable tube designed for the broadband CATV industry, giving mechanical protection and a reliable waterproof seal on cable connectors and tap terminations, and used for underground and aerial CATV, CCTV and control-cable splicing.
- Meets IP 68 (Ingress Protection)
- IEC 60684-3-247
- ASTM D638
- IP68
Dimensions & Drawings
INSULTUBE Premium (GBT) is built for the broadband CATV industry: it is easy to install and shrinks to follow the profile of cable connectors and tap terminations, giving mechanical protection and a reliable waterproof seal. Used for insulating underground and aerial CATV plant connections, CCTV connections and control-cable splicing joints.
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- CATV - INSULTUBE Premium
- General Properties :
Features & Benefits
- High shrink ratio
- Hot melt adhesive gives a perfect environmental seal on cable sheath
- Resistance to weathering, moisture, contamination and adverse environmental conditions
- Lightweight and flexible
- Resistance to UV rays, ozone, chemicals and solvents
- Mechanical strain relief
- Easily re-enterable; also available in spools
- Customised dimension, thickness, length and colour available on request
- Meets IP 68 (Ingress Protection)
Applications
- Insulating underground and aerial CATV plant connections
- CCTV connections
- Control cable splicing joints
Standards & Compliance
- IEC 60684-3-247
- ASTM D638
- IP68
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Heat Shrink CATV Tube used for?
It is used for:
- Insulating underground and aerial CATV plant connections
- CCTV connections
- Control cable splicing joints
How is it installed?
Clean and degrease the surface, position the part, then shrink it with a gas torch or a hot-air gun: keep the heat moving round it with a smooth, brushing motion so it recovers evenly without scorching. Start at one end and work steadily along to the other.
Which standards and test methods are quoted for it?
These:
- IEC 60684-3-247
- ASTM D638
- IP68
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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