Raychem RT-555 Heat Shrink Tubing: Reliable Protection for Extreme Conditions

The Raychem RT-555 heat shrink tubing from TE Connectivity offers a high-quality solution for applications where heat resistance and chemical durability are critical. This versatile heat shrink tubing is suitable for commercial and industrial environments, ranging from electrical and hydraulic systems to applications in heavy industrial processes.

Applications of Raychem RT-555 Heat Shrink Tubing

  • Aerospace and automotive industries: Ideal for use near engines or in fuel tanks, where high temperatures and chemical exposure are present.
  • Industrial processes: Suitable for equipment in the pulp and paper, steel, and chemical industries, as well as systems handling corrosive substances or hazardous chemicals.
  • Household and industrial equipment: Used as insulation and strain relief in electrical devices such as ovens, microwaves, gas grills, and industrial paint drying systems.
  • Electronic instruments: Protects delicate equipment in boreholes in the oil and gas industry.

With its exceptional durability and versatility, the Raychem RT-555 heat shrink tubing is a reliable choice for those seeking protection in challenging environments. Discover how this solution can make your systems safer and more efficient.

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Features of Raychem RT-555 Heat Shrink Tubing

  • Resistance to high temperatures, solvents, corrosive chemicals, and radiation

  • 40% lighter than heat shrink tubing made from Viton® fluoroelastomer

  • Low outgassing (successfully tested according to NASA outgassing requirements)

  • Extreme resistance to hydrocarbons

  • Minimum shrink temperature: 150°C

  • Minimum fully recovery temperature: 220°C

  • Operating temperature range: -65°C to 200°C

  • System 300 heat shrink tubing

  • Highly flame retardant

  • RoHS-Compliant

  • 2:1 shrink ratio

Product Dimensions of Raychem RT-555 Heat Shrink Tubing

RT-555 Thin-Wall Heat Shrink Tubing with 2:1 Ratio – Click through to view the products directly

Type Size Ø before shrink Ø after shrink Wall thickness before shrink Wall thickness after shrink
RT-555-1/8-X-SP 1/8 3.18mm 1.57mm 0.25mm 0.41mm
RT-555-3/16-X-SP 3/16 4.75mm 2.36mm 0.28mm 0.46mm
RT-555-1/4-X-SP 1/4 6.35mm 3.18mm 0.33mm 0.51mm
RT-555-3/8-X-SP 3/8 9.53mm 4.75mm 0.41mm 0.58mm
RT-555-1/2-X-SP 1/2 12.70mm 6.35mm 0.41mm 0.58mm
RT-555-5/8-X-SP 5/8 15.88mm 7.95mm 0.48mm 0.66mm
RT-555-3/4-X-SP 3/4 19.05mm 9.53mm 0.61mm 0.79mm
RT-555-1-X-SP 1 25.40mm 12.70mm 0.71mm 0.89mm
RT-555-1-1/4-X-SP 1-1/4 31.75mm 15.88mm 0.76mm 0.94mm
RT-555-1-1/2-X-SP 1-1/2 38.10mm 19.05mm 0.86mm 1.04mm
RT-555-2-X-SP 2 50.80mm 25.40mm 0.94mm 1.12mm

Order information Raychem RT-555

Standard colors: Transparent (-X)

Size selection: Always order the largest size that properly shrinks over the part to be covered.
Special order sizes are available upon request.

Packaging: Spools

Order description: Specify product name, size, and color (e.g., RT-555-1/4-X-SP).

Certifications/Approvals of Raychem RT-555 Heat Shrink Tubing

Series UL Raychem
RT-555 Listed for 185°C for 100,000 hours of continuous use (File E85381)
Listed for 200°C for 40,000 hours of cumulative intermittent exposure		 RT-555

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