3M™ Heat Shrink Tubing FP-301
Flexible, Polyolefin
Data Sheet July 2010
Description
3M™ Heat Shrink Tubing FP-301 offe rs an outstanding balance of electrical,
physical and chemical properties for a wide variety of industrial and military
applications. Rated for 135°C continuous ope ration, all FP-301 tubing is split
resistant, mechanically tough, easily marke d and resists cold flow.
FP-301 tubing is rated for contin uous operation at -55°C (-67°F ) to 135° C (275°F),
and is designed to withsta nd elevated temperatures to 300°C (57 2°F) for short
periods. Minimum shrin k tempe rature for all FP-3 01 tubing is 100°C (212°F ).
Agency Approvals &
Self Certifications
Meets requirements of:
• SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/5, Class 1, Class 2 (Clear)*
• AMS-3636, AMS-3637
• UL Recognized, File E-39100, at 600 volts maximum @ 125°C
• CSA Certified, CSA LR38227, at 600 volts maximum @ 125°C
• ABS
*Formerly MIL-I-23053/5 and MIL-DTL-23053/5
Applications
FP-301 tubing is typically used as a shrink-fit electri cal insulation over cable splices
and terminations. It is also used fo r lightweight wire harness covering, wire
marking, wire bundling, compone nt packaging and fire-resistant covering.
Shrink Ratio
FP-301 tubing has a 2:1 shrink ratio. When freely recovered, the tubing will shrink
to 50% of its as-supplied internal diameter. The re covered wall thickness is
proportional to the degree of recovery.
Standard Sizes and
Dimensions
Ordering
Size
(Nominal)
Expanded I.D.
(Minimum)
In. (mm)
Recovered I.D.
(Maximum
In. (mm)
Recovered Wall
Thickness (Nominal)
In. (mm)
3/64 .046 (1,17) .023 (0,58) .016 (0,41)
1/16 .063 (1,60) .031 (0,79) .017 (0,43)
3/32 .093 2,36) .046 (1,17) .020 (0,51)
1/8 .125 (3,18) .062 (1,57) .020 (0,51)
3/16 .187 (4,75) .093 (2,36) .020 (0,51)
1/4 .250 (6,35) .125 (3,18) .025 (0,64)
3/8 .375 (9,53) .187 (4,75) .025 (0,64)
1/2 .500 (12,70) .250 (6,35) .025 (0,64)
3/4 .750 (19,05) .375 (9,53) .030 (0,76)
1 1.000 (25,40) .500 (12,70) .035 (0,89)
1-1/2 1,500 (38,10) .750 (19,05) .040 (1,02)
2 2.000 (50,80) 1.000 (25,40) .045 (1,14)
3 3.000 (76,20) 1.500 (38,10) .050 (1,27)
4 4.000 (101,60) 2.000 (50,80) .055 (1,40)
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Typical Properties
Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maxi mum.
Properties measured at room temperature 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise stated .
Physical Property Typical Value
US units (metric)
Tensile Strength 2400 psi
Ultimate Elongation 400%
Longitudinal Cha nge ±5%
Secant Modulus (2%) 13,000 psi
Specific Gravity 1.3 (Opaque)
.93 (Clear)
Operating Temperature -67° to 275°F (-55° to +135°C)
Shrink Temperature (minimum) 212°F (100°C)
Heat Aging (336 hrs. @ 175° C) Elongation 175%
Heat shock (4 hrs. @ 250° C) No dripping, flowing, cracking,
passes mandrel wrap test
Low Temperature Flexibility
(4 hrs @ -55° C) No cracking
Scant Modules (2%) 13,000 psi
Flammability
Self-extinguish, Meets UL 224 All-Tubing
Flame Test (Except Clear) Pass
Electrical Property (Test Method) Typical Value
Dielectric Strength 900 V/mil
Volume Resistivity 1015 ohm/cm
Chemical Property (Test Method) Typical Value
Corrosion Resistance (Copper mirror) Non-corrosive
Fungus Resistance Non-nutrient
Water Absorption 0.2%
Solvent Resistance Excellent
Standard Colors
Black, Clear
Also available in Blue, Green, Red, White and Yellow. Price, MOQ and Le ad
Time will vary for these colors. Please contact Local Sales Representative or
Customer Service Representative for more information.
NOTE: The clear tubing is not flame retardant or UL listed.
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Shelf Life & Storage
3M™ Heat Shrink Tubing FP-301 h as a 10-year shelf life from date of manufacture
when stored in a humidity controlled storage (10°C/50°F to 27°C/80°F and <75%
relative humidity).
Availability
Standard Packaging
Four-foot lengths, large spools (21” diameter) and small spools (8½” diam eter).
Please contact your local distributor; av ailable from 3M.com/oem [Where to Buy] or
call 1-800-676-8381.
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