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Overview
Nuclear Heavy-Wall Heat Shrink Tubing
Our Raychem WCSF Nuclear Heavy-Wall Heat Shrink Tubing is suitable for use in electrical power systems of nuclear power plants. Additionally, the sleeves can be used for a wide range of related applications, including sealing, over sheath replacement, and strain relief throughout the nuclear plant. Our WCSF is pre-coated with a hot-melt, radiation-resistant adhesive to help ensure a high environmental seal and insulation of every connection. It provides fast and easy installation, positive visual inspection, and a pre-engineered insulation thickness to assure consistent installation.
Our tubing can also be supplied as component kits for specific applications.
Key Features
- Fast and easy installation
- Pre-engineered insulation thickness for consistent installation
- Compliant with NQA-1, 10CFR50, and 10CFR21 requirements
- Qualified for Class 1E or K1 applications
- Flame-retardant
- Radiation resis
Key Test Parameters
- 40 and 60-year thermal aging at 90 °C
- 2180 kGy (218 Mrad) radiation exposure
- 30-day LOCA test
- 30-day chemical spray
- Double peak profile with max. temperature 218° C max. pressure 8 bar (120 psig)
Nuclear Application
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What is TE’s Raychem Nuclear Heavy-Wall Heat Shrink Tubing made of?
Answer: Our Raychem WCSF Nuclear Heavy-Wall Heat Shrink Tubing is made of specific compound raw materials and is compliant with NQA-1, 10CFR50, and 10CFR21 requirements, which ensure the highest level of reliability and performance needed for nuclear power generation applications.
Question: Is Nuclear Heavy-Wall Heat Shrink Tubing qualified for use in Class 1E or K1 applications?
Answer: Yes, our Raychem WCSF is qualified for use in Class 1E or K1 applications. Although equipment qualification is ultimately determined by the end user, accident simulation testing has been performed in accordance with IEEE and IEC standards, as required by regulatory oversight organisations.
Question: Does TE offer any other cable accessories for nuclear applications?
Answer: Yes, we offer a range of joints, splices, and cable accessories for the nuclear environment. Contact us for more information.
Question: Where are these nuclear safety-related products available?
Answer: Our cable joints, splices, and tubing for nuclear applications are only available directly from TE. Contact us for more information.
Please review product documents or contact us for the latest agency approval information.
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