Product Description
3 M™VTN-200 heat-shrinkable tubing is
highly abrasion and cut-through resistant
and can withstand a wide variety of fuels,
lubricants, acids and highly corrosive
fluids at temperatures up to 200°C. In
addition to its high continuous operating
temperature and chemical-resistance
properties, this tubing is very flexible and
is easily marked by hot-stamp or print-
wheel methods. When heated in excess of
175°C (347°F), VTN-200 rapidly shrinks
to a skintight fit. VTN-200 is rated for
continuous operation from –55°C (–67°F)
to 200°C (392°F).
VTN-200 Tubing
Modified Fluoroelastomer
Data Sheet
Typical Applications
Because of its outstanding high-
temperature fluid performance, V T N - 2 0 0
Tubing is often used to protect wiring
and component covers in
aircraft/aerospace applications including
electronic control systems and hydraulic
fluid transport mechanisms and in
chemical plants.
Shrink Ratio
VTN-200 Tubing has a 2:1 shrink ratio.
When freely recovered, the tubing will
shrink to 50% of its as-supplied internal
d i a m e t e r. The recovered wall thickness
is proportional to the degree of recovery.
Standard Color
B l a c k .
Standard Packaging
S p o o l s .
Ordering Information
Order VTN-200 Tubing by product
name, size equivalent to the expanded
inside diameter, package type and color.
Always order the largest size that will
shink snugly over the component to be
covered.
Example: VTN-200, 3/16", black, spools.
R e c o v e re d
Wa l l
O r d e r i n g Expanded I.D. R e c o v e red I.D. T h i c k n e s s
S i z e ( M i n i m u m ) ( M a x i m u m ) ( N o m i n a l )
i n . ( m m ) i n . ( m m ) i n . ( m m )
1 / 8 . 1 2 5 ( 3 , 1 8 ) . 0 6 2 ( 1 , 5 7 ) . 0 3 0 ( 0 , 7 6 )
3 / 1 6 . 1 8 7 ( 4 , 7 5 ) . 0 9 3 ( 2 , 3 6 ) . 0 3 5 ( 0 , 8 9 )
1 / 4 . 2 5 0 ( 6 , 3 5 ) . 1 2 5 ( 3 , 1 8 ) . 0 3 5 ( 0 , 8 9 )
3 / 8 . 3 7 5 ( 9 , 5 3 ) . 1 8 7 ( 4 , 7 5 ) . 0 3 5 ( 0 , 8 9 )
1 / 2 . 5 0 0 ( 1 2 , 7 0 ) . 2 5 0 ( 6 , 3 5 ) . 0 3 5 ( 0 , 8 9 )
5 / 8 . 6 2 5 ( 1 5 , 8 8 ) . 3 1 2 ( 7 , 9 2 ) . 0 4 2 ( 1 , 0 7 )
3 / 4 . 7 5 0 ( 1 9 , 0 5 ) . 3 7 5 ( 9 , 5 3 ) . 0 4 2 ( 1 , 0 7 )
7 / 8 . 8 7 5 ( 2 2 , 2 3 ) . 4 3 8 ( 11 , 11 ) . 0 4 9 ( 1 , 2 4 )
11 . 0 0 0 ( 2 5 , 4 0 ) . 5 0 0 ( 1 2 , 7 0 ) . 0 4 9 ( 1 , 2 4 )
1 - 1 / 4 1 . 2 5 0 ( 3 1 , 7 5 ) . 6 2 5 ( 1 5 , 8 8 ) . 0 5 5 ( 1 , 4 0 )
1 - 1 / 2 1 . 5 0 0 ( 3 8 , 1 0 ) . 7 5 0 ( 1 9 , 0 5 ) . 0 5 5 ( 1 , 4 0 )
22 . 0 0 0 ( 5 0 , 8 0 ) 1 . 0 0 0 ( 2 5 , 4 0 ) . 0 6 5 ( 1 , 6 5 )
Standard Sizes and Dimensions
P h y s i c a l
Tensile Strength 2400 PSI
Ultimate Elongation 4 5 0 %
Longitudinal Change + 1 , - 1 0 %
Specific Gravity 1 . 7
Operating Te m p e r a t u r e –55°C to
R a n g e +200°C
Shrink Temperature 1 7 5 ° C
(Min.) ( 3 4 7 ° F )
Low Temperature Flexibility
(4 hrs. @ –55°C) No cracking
F l a m m a b i l i t y S e l f - e x t i n g u i s h
E l e c t r i c a l
Dielectric Strength 500 V/mil
Volume Resistivity 1 01 2 o h m - c m
C h e m i c a l
Corrosion Resistance N o n -
c o r r o s i v e
Fuel & Oil Resistance E x c e l l e n t
Solvent Resistance E x c e l l e n t
Abrasion Resistance E x c e l l e n t
Acids & A l k a l i s
R e s i s t a n c e E x c e l l e n t
Typical Properties
Technical information provided consists of typical product data and
should not be used for specification purposes. Unless otherwise
noted, all tests are performed at room temperature.
Applicable Specification
MIL-DTL-23053/13; MIL-R-46846, Type III, Class 1
Limited Warranty – 3M expressly warrants that for a period of ninety days from the date of purchase, 3M static control products will be free of defects in
materials (parts) and workmanship (labor). Defects occurring during the warranty period will be repaired or products will be replaced at 3M’s option and
expense, if 3M receives notice during the warranty period. Defective products must be returned to 3M with proof of purchase date.
Warranty Exclusions –THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTYIS MADE IN LIEU OF ALLOTHER PRODUCT WARRANTIES, EXPRESS AND IMPLIED,
INCLUDING FITNESS AND MERCHANTIBILITY. The express warranty will not apply to defects or damage due to accidents, neglect, misuse, alterations,
operator error, or failure to properly maintain, clean, or repair products.
Limit of Liability– In no event will 3M or Seller be responsible or liable for special, incidental, or consequential losses or damages, whether based in tort or
contract. Fulfillment of 3M’s warranty obligations will be Customer’s exclusive remedy and 3M’s and Seller’s limit of liability for any breach of warranty or otherwise.
For your nearest distributor or to order, call 1-800-328-1368
3M Electrical Specialties Division
6801 River Place Blvd.
Austin, TX 78726-9000 © 3M March 1997
