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expressMARK ETM Product Test Results

MATERIAL DESCRIPTION: Thin wall, flame retarded radiation cross-linked modified polyolefin heat-shrinkable tubing, assembled as organised cut sleeves in a "ladder" configuration. 3:1 shrink ratio.
USE: Identification of wires and cables by computer-based printing onto markers. Sleeves can also provide terminal insulation and strain relief. Suitable for a wide variety of applications, including aerospace, military and rail applications. Sleeves meet the material and performance requirements of SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/5 Class 1.
PRINT METHOD / RIBBON: Thermal transfer: T312M-PRINTER, 1966-RIBBON T212M-PRINTER, T200-RIBBON-1966
SERVICE TEMPERATURE: -55°C to +135°C (-67°F to +275°F).
MINIMUM SHRINK TEMPERATURE: 85°C (185°F)
COLOURS: White or yellow as standard. Other colors available on request with MOQ conditions.
AGENCY APPROVALS: UL recognised Standard 224 (File E35586); CSA certified (File 31929).
TENSILE STRENGTH: 10.3MPa maximum (SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/5).
ULTIMATE ELONGATION: 200% minimum (SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/5).
2% SECANT MODULUS: 172.4MPa maximum (SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/5).
LONGITUDINAL CHANGE: -20% maximum (SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/5).
HEAT AGEING: 100% UE retained and print legible after 168 hours at 175°C (347°F).
HEAT SHOCK: No cracking, dripping for flowing and print legible after 4 hours at 250°C (482°F).
LOW TEMP. FLEXIBILITY: No cracking after 4 hours at -55°C (-67°F), 11mm (7/16 inch) mandrel bend.
MOULD GROWTH: Print legible after 56 day incubation (ISO 846B) - tensile strength and ultimate elongation maintained after testing.
FLAMMABILITY: UL rated, tubing flame tested. Burn time 60 seconds max. (ASTM D2671 Procedure B).
WATER ABSORPTION: 0.5% maximum (ASTM D570).
COPPER MIRROR CORROSION: Non-corrosive; no piting or blackening of mirror after 16 hours at 175°C (347°F). (SAE-AMS-MIL-23053/5)
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 19.7MV/m minimum (ASTM D2671).
PRINT PERMANENCE:
-ADHERENCE
-FLUID RESISTANCE

Meets the requirements of SAE AS5942 (20 rubs).
Meets the requirements of MIL-STD-202F method 215J.
FLUID RESISTANCE,
Additional:
 
THREAT
(*indicates thermal transfer
printing with 1966 ribbon only)
TEST EFFECT
MIL-L-7808 lubricating oil SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible
MIL-L-23699 lubricating oil SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible
MIL-H-5606 hydraulic fluid SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible
MIL-T-83133 aircraft fuel (JP-8)
10W-40 (SAE J 183, SAE J300)
SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible
Aviation gasoline (100/30)
SAE J 1703
SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible
Skydrol™ 500 hydraulic fluid SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible
5% salt water (A-A-694) SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible
MIL-A-8243 anti-icing fluid SAE AS5942
(24 hours at 24°C (75°F), 20 rubs)
Print legible

Notes: Some types of neoprene insulation used in jackets contain additives that can migrate to the surface and discolour the polyolefin ETM sleeves.
Any discolouration is dependent on the composition of the neoprene, combined with the application conditions. Users should independently evaluate the suitability of the ETM sleeves for applications involving neoprene-jacketed cables.



All the above information, including illustrations, is believed to be reliable. Users, however, should independently evaluate the suitability of each product for their application. expressMARK makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and disclaims any liability regarding its use. expressMARK's only obligations are those in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale for this product and in no case will expressMARK be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages arising from the sale, resale, use or misuse of the product. expressMARK Specifications are subject to change without notice. In addition expressMARK reserves the right to make changes in materials or processing, without notification to the Buyer, which do not affect compliance with any applicable specification.