When it comes to cable management and protection, most people think about heat shrink tubing, cable ties, or conduits. But there's one essential component that often goes unnoticed yet plays a crucial role in ensuring long-lasting and professional cable installations.
What are Heat Shrinkable End Caps?
End caps are protective covers designed to seal and protect the ends of cables, wires, and tubing systems. These simple yet effective components create a barrier against moisture, dust, debris, and other environmental factors that could compromise your electrical connections or cable integrity before any installation is ever started.
At Airshrink and CIP, our end caps (AEC) are engineered for reliability and ease of installation, providing a professional finish for any cable management project. Available in expanded sizes ranging from 14mmto 160 mm in diameter, we have end caps to suit virtually any application.
Key Benefits
Complete Protection: End caps prevent water ingress, dust accumulation, and contamination at cable termination points.
Professional Appearance: They provide a clean, finished look to installations, hiding cut ends and creating a polished appearance.
Extended Cable Life: By protecting vulnerable end points, end caps significantly extend the operational life of your cable during storage and before energisation of a new installation.
Easy Installation: Simply slide the end cap over the cable end and apply heat using a standard heat gun (AHL1620S) or flame from a gas burner/torch (AGB38 Pro). The caps shrink at 120 °C, creating a tight, secure seal in seconds.
Niche Applications
• Outdoor Cable Installations
• Cable Storage for Wholesalers and Electrical Contractors
• Industrial Applications
• Marine Environments
• Renewable Projects
Installation Made Simple
Installing Airshrink and CIP end caps (AEC) could not be easier:
1. Select the Right Size: Choose from our range of 14 mm to 160 mm diameter end caps to match your cable
2. Position the Cap: Slide the end cap over the cable end, ensuring adequate coverage
3. Apply Heat: Use a standard heat source to apply heat evenly around the cap
4. Watch It Shrink: At 120 °C, the cap will shrink and conform tightly to your cable, creating a professional seal
Why Choose Our End Caps?
Our end caps are manufactured to meet demanding industry standards, offering superior material quality and consistent performance. Tested to ASTM D 638, IEC 9232, and IEC 243 test methods, our products ensure reliable performance you can trust.
Do not let unprotected cable ends compromise your project. Sometimes the smallest components make the biggest difference in long-term network and system performance.
Ready to protect your next cable installation? Contact Airshrink or CIP today to find the right end caps for your specific application.
