3M 7000132516 Heat Shrinkable Cable Breakout Boot

Product Description

The 3M 7000132516 is a heat shrinkable cable breakout boot designed for dependable insulating and sealing of cable breakouts in multiconductor armored or sheathed cables and conduit ends. Sold as a single unit, this boot carries the model designation HDBB-415-1-250 and features a 4-way outlet configuration in black. It is constructed from flame retardant, cross-linked polyolefin and meets material requirements of MIL-I-81765-1. An internal adhesive coating is factory-applied to ensure reliable environmental sealing once the boot is shrunk in place. Electrical and mechanical protection are both addressed in a single component, making it a compact solution for demanding cable management applications.

This boot is suited for use in industrial, commercial, and utility installations where multiconductor armored or sheathed cables require a clean, sealed breakout point. Typical applications include conduit end sealing, cable splice protection, and cable entry sealing in control panels, junction boxes, and similar enclosures. The 4-way outlet geometry accommodates branching cable runs where one cable separates into four conductors or sub-cables. Electricians and instrumentation technicians handling medium- to high-voltage multiconductor cable installations are the primary installers of this component.

Key Features

• Flame retardant, cross-linked polyolefin construction meets MIL-I-81765-1 material requirements
• 4-way outlet configuration supports cable breakouts from a single entry into four branches
• Internal adhesive lining activates during heat shrink process to create a reliable environmental seal
• Provides both electrical insulation and mechanical protection at cable breakout points
• Compatible with multiconductor armored or sheathed cables and conduit ends
• Black finish for standard identification and UV exposure considerations in covered installations

Compatibility

Designed for use with multiconductor armored or sheathed cables and conduit ends where an insulating and sealing cable breakout boot is required.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed electricians or instrumentation technicians working under applicable NEC guidelines. De-energize and lock out the circuit before handling any cable terminations or breakout components. Position the boot over the cable breakout point before applying heat evenly with a heat gun, working from the center outward to activate the internal adhesive and achieve a uniform shrink. Avoid open flame tools, as uneven heat application can damage the boot or compromise the environmental seal.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Heat Shrinkable Cable Breakout Boot
• Configuration: 4-Way Outlet
• Color: Black
• Material: Flame Retardant Cross-Linked Polyolefin
• Internal Coating: Adhesive for Environmental Sealing
• Compliance: MIL-I-81765-1
• Sold As: Each (Quantity 1 per Case)
• UPC: 00054007588559

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000132516