FAQs about Medical Grade Heat Shrink Tubing

For more details and information on our Medical Grade Heat Shrink Tubing products and capabilities, visit our product catalog on te.com or download our brochure. You can also connect with our experts to learn more, get samples and design support.

Q: What materials are available for TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing? (e.g., PTFE, FEP, PEEK, Polyolefin, etc.)
A: We offer medical heat shrink tubing products formulated from Fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP), Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), High-density polyethylene (HDPE), Low-density polyethylene (LDPE), Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), and PolyEther-block amide (PBX).

Q: What are TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing's biocompatibility certifications?
A: ISO 10993 and USP Class VI

Q: Is TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing sterilization-compatible? (e.g., for autoclave, EtO, gamma radiation)
A: Dependent on material:

• For MT2000, MT5000, and MT-LWA: Gamma, ethylene oxide and steam
• For FEP, MT1000, MT3000, and MT-PBX: Dry heat and autoclave 

Q: What is the shrink ratio of TE's medical-grade shrink tubing? (e.g., 2:1, 4:1, etc.)

A: Shrink ratios of our materials are:

• FEP: 1.6:1
• MT1000: 2:1
• MT2000: 2.5:1
• MT3000: 2:1
• MT5000: 4:1
• MT-LWA: 4:1
• MT-PBX: 4:1

Q: What is the minimum and maximum operating temperature for TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing?

A: As low as -94F / -70C (MT5000) and as high as 400F / 204C (MT1000).

Q: What are the chemical resistance properties of TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing? (e.g., to alcohol, disinfectants, or other chemicals)

A: TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing is resistant to alcohol.

Q: What are the available wall thicknesses and tolerances of TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing?

A: Depending on the material and size, but we can offer tubing as low as 0.001" (0. 00254 cm)

Q: What is the smallest and largest diameter tubing you offer?

A: In expanded form, our smallest diameter is 0.014" (0.03556 cm) and our largest diameter is 1" (2. 54 cm).

Q: Can TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing be customized for specific dimensions?

A: Yes. We offer customization on color, expanded/recovered ID and wall thickness depending on the product.

Q: What is the tensile strength of TE’s medical-grade heat shrink tubing?

A: Minimum:

• FEP: 2000psi
• MT1000: 5000psi
• MT2000: 3000psi
• MT3000: 5000psi
• MT5000: 5000psi
• MT-LWA: 1500psi
• MT-PBX: 5000psi

Q: What is the tensile strength of TE’s medical-grade heat shrink tubing?

A: Minimum:

• FEP: 2000psi
• MT1000: 5000psi
• MT2000: 3000psi
• MT3000: 5000psi
• MT5000: 5000psi
• MT-LWA: 1500psi
• MT-PBX: 5000psi

Q: How does TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing perform under repeated flexing or bending?

A: 

• Poor : FEP, MT1000, MT2000
• Fair: MT3000
• Good:  MT5000, MT-LWA, MT-PBX

Q: Does TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing provide electrical insulation, and what is its dielectric strength?

A: Minimum:

• FEP: 500v/mil
• MT1000: 800v/mil
• MT2000: 1000v/mil
• MT3000: 500v/mil
• MT5000: 500v/mil
• MT-LWA: 500v/mil
• MT-PBX: 600v/mil

Q: How resistant is TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing to abrasion or wear?

A:  

• Good : FEP, MT1000, MT2000, MT3000
• Fair:  MT5000, MT-LWA, MT-PBX

Q: Does TE's medical-grade heat shrink tubing comply with FDA regulations for medical devices?

A: Yes. MAF number and ISO certification available upon request. Connect with our our experts for more information.

Q: Can you provide Certificates of Conformance (CoC) or Certificates of Analysis (CoA) for your medical-grade heat shrink tubing?

A: Yes. CoC are provided with each shipment. CoA of the material are available upon request. Connect with our our experts for more information.

Q: What traceability options are provided for quality control?

A:  Full traceability with our PRM.

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