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Category: Mark shrink tubing
Printable shrink tubing is particularly suitable for permanent cable labeling. You need special shrink sleeve markers for labeling. These can be marked quickly and easily using the thermal transfer process and can then be attached to the corresponding cables. Cable marking with shrink tubing markers scores points for its high durability and precise fitting to various cable diameters. Thanks to the use of high-quality polyolefin plastics, shrink sleeves are particularly robust and resistant. They are therefore ideally suited for use in a wide range of industrial sectors. Flexibly label heat shrinkable tubing according to your wishes with Texit heat shrinkable tubing markers.
And with our new Texit Designer software, all shrink sleeves can be designed and printed quickly, easily and flexibly as required. Simply open the appropriate template using the search function and get started.
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What our labeling expert Steffen says
The various shrink sleeve markers may look identical at first glance. There are often small but very significant differences between these markers.
When making your selection, pay particular attention to the differences in material and the associated properties and shrinkage rate.
What our customers say:
Labeling heat shrink tubing Application video
Shrink sleeve labeling on carrier or continuous format ?
Printable shrink sleeves are available in continuous format or on carrier material. Which format is best for you depends on what you want to print and how much space you need for it.
In continuous format, the shrink sleeve markers are arranged in a row without any additional material. You can then only print directly onto the shrink sleeve itself using a thermal transfer printer. With the marking sleeves on carrier material, the carrier material can also be labeled in addition to the shrink sleeves. This makes it easier for the fitter to work with the tubing, as additional auxiliary information can be placed on the carrier.
Heat shrink tube labeling
You can mark the labelable shrink tubing quickly and easily with our shrink tubing printer for permanent cable identification. All you need is the shrink sleeve marker and the right printing system. The label is printed directly onto the shrink sleeve using the thermal transfer printer. Using the appropriate label software, you can design your desired label on the computer and specify the number of shrink sleeves individually. Alternatively, we also offer you the option of having the shrink sleeves printed.
Texit shrink sleeve markers for labeling are available in white and yellow in the standard range. Do you need other colors outside the range? No problem - as a manufacturer, we produce individual solutions for your cable marking. Simply send us an inquiry with the required dimensions and colors. We will provide you with a tailor-made offer. You can find more information under Service.
Heat shrink tubing Cable labeling Material
The printable shrink sleeves are made of polyolefin, a group of plastics that includes polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP). They offer high chemical resistance, good electrical insulation and are easy to process.
The polyolefin film is smoothed and coated for production: Polyethylene provides the shrinkability, polypropylene for a glossy appearance. For high requirements, the film can be radiation cross-linked - a process that additionally stabilizes the cable marker material and makes it more resistant to heat and stress:
- High load capacity
- Resistance to many chemicals
- Temperature resistance
-Wear resistance (resistance to heavy loads)
- Long service life
What size does the heat shrink marker need?
To determine the correct size, you need the cable diameter and the shrink rate of the marker.
The shrinkage rate
Texit offers shrink sleeve markers with standard shrink ratios of 2:1 and 3:1 - they shrink to 50% or a third of their original diameter when heated. A marker with 2.4 mm shrinks to a maximum of 1.2 mm at 2:1, for example.
The cable diameter
The cable diameter is a decisive factor - it does not correspond directly to the size specification of the heat shrink tubing types (similar to labels).
The 80:20 basic rule
The 80:20 rule says: A marker should shrink at least 20% and at most 80%. The less it has to shrink, the cleaner the result. If you are still unsure about the selection or correct design, we will be happy to help you. Our experienced team of experts will be happy to help and advise you. Simply get in touch with us. Printing shrink tubing If you are still unsure about this, we will be happy to help you. Our experienced team of experts will be happy to help and advise you. Simply contact us contact with us.
Print heat shrink tube
You can flexibly print the shrink sleeve markers from Texit with a thermal transfer printer. All you need is a suitable printer and label software to design the print. How the shrink sleeve printing exactly works, we have discussed in detail for you on our blog.
Labeling shrink tubing Delivery and delivery time
Texit usually delivers standard products - for cable identification - within 3 to 5 working days. Items in stock are checked after ordering and dispatched directly. If an item does not meet the quality standards, we will produce it at short notice. Thanks to intra-European production, custom-made products can also be delivered quickly. Please refer to your order confirmation for details.
FAQ Shrink sleeve labeling device
Who is Texit's shrink sleeve cable labeling suitable for?
Who is Texit's shrink sleeve cable labeling suitable for?
Our shrink sleeves on a roll for cable labeling offer a durable, professional and resistant solution for labeling cables and wires that are precisely tailored to the requirements of the following users:
Rail technician in rail vehicle construction:
- Durable and robust shrink sleeve markers for safety-relevant applications
- Compliant with current standards in rail vehicle construction (fire protection EN 45545 and cable installation EN 50343)
- Easy integration into existing labeling systems
Solar technicians & solar installation companies:
- UV-resistant cable labeling for outdoor use
- Flexible printing and easy installation
Military Technology & Defense Industry:
- Resistant to extreme temperatures, chemicals, fuels and moisture
- Meets the highest requirements for material resistance, safety and legibility
- Complies with current military standards (MIL-STD-202F/Method 215J, MIL-STD-202F/Method 215J & SAE AS81531:1998)
Network technician & telecommunications technician:
- Clear marking for data, fiber optic and network cables
- Helps with quick allocation in distribution boards and data centers (thanks to label with large marking field with or without protective laminate)
- Suitable for patch panels, server rooms and backbone infrastructures
Electrical installers in mechanical engineering / switch cabinet construction:
- Robust marking for vibration, oil, dust and high temperatures
- Ideal for complex industrial control cabinets and production lines
- Customization for industry-specific requirements possible
Who are Texit shrink sleeve labeling devices suitable for?
Who are Texit shrink sleeve labeling devices suitable for?
With a heat shrink tubing labeling device, you can label industrial heat shrink tubing and industrial marking tapes quickly and precisely - ideal for professional cable marking in electrical, machine and network technology. Our devices / label printers work with thermal transfer technology for particularly durable and legible markings, even under demanding environmental conditions.
Whether shrink ratio, cable labels, ISO standards or specific cable diameters - in this category you will find the right product for your requirements. Our labeling devices work using thermal transfer printing. You can simply add the products to your shopping cart per item and request an individual quote! Or contact our labeling experts directly.
