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UL Listed and CSA Certified, it suits commercial and industrial wiring work performed by licensed electricians and low-voltage installers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis heat shrink sleeve is suited for protecting conductors ranging from 8 AWG to 6 AWG in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical installations. Common applications include insulating wire splices, covering exposed terminals, bundling small conductor groups, and providing environmental protection at connection points. The polyolefin construction resists abrasion, acid, and corrosion, making it a reliable choice in wet, chemical-exposed, or mechanically demanding environments such as panel wiring, conduit runs, and equipment termination points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3:1 shrink ratio — shrinks from 0.5 inches ID down to 0.151 inches ID for a secure, conforming fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 inches overall length provides ample coverage for splices and terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolyolefin construction resists abrasion, acid, and corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation temperature of 248 degrees F with a 194 degrees F maximum continuous operating rating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 8 AWG to 6 AWG wire sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUL Listed and CSA Certified for use in code-compliant electrical installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with 8 AWG to 6 AWG conductors. Suitable as an OEM-style heat shrink sleeve for general electrical wiring, splicing, and termination protection applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is performed by licensed electricians or qualified low-voltage technicians. De-energize and lock out the circuit before applying heat shrink to any live conductor or termination. Apply heat evenly using a heat gun set to an appropriate temperature — do not use an open flame, as uncontrolled heat can damage the tubing or adjacent wiring. 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