3M™ Heat Shrink Tubing MFP
Modified Polyvinylidene Fluoride
Data Sheet
Description
Agency Approvals &
Self-Certifications
November 2018
3MTM Heat Shrink Tubing MFP is a cross-linked, thin-walled, heat-shrinkable tubing
offering a high degree of mechanical strength and high-temperature resistance.
Fabricated from polyvinylidene fluoride, the tubing has excellent abrasion resistance
and cut-through properties in combination with high dielectric strength. It is
inherently flame retardant, semi-rigid and highly resistant to most industrial fuels,
chemicals and solvents. When heated in excess of 347°F (175°C), MFP tubing rapidly
shrinks to a skintight fit.
Meets requirements of:
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AS23053/8*
UL Recognized, File E-39100, VW-1
CSA Certified, CSA LR38277, OFT
For RoHS and REACH information, please visit www.3M.com/regs
*Formerly: MIL-I-23053/8, MIL-DTL-23053/8 and SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/8
Applications
3M MFP tubing is typically used for shrink-fit protection and strain relief of wires,
solder joints, terminals and connections. Suggested applications include automotive
wiring, jackets, fuse coverings and military wire markers. Because the tubing is
transparent, it allows see-through inspection and identification, and is ideal for use as
a jacketing for components such as resistors and capacitors. The tubing is readily
marked by hot-stamp and print-wheel equipment.
Shrink Ratio
3M MFP tubing has a 2:1 shrink ratio. When freely recovered, the tubing will shrink to
50% of its as-supplied internal diameter. The recovered wall thickness is
proportional to the degree of recovery.
The operating temperature range is from -55°C (-67°F) to 175°C (347°F ), with a
shrinking temperature minimum of 175°C (347°F)
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Standard Sizes and
Dimensions
Ordering
Size
(Nominal)
3/64
Typical Properties
Expanded I.D.
(Minimum)
In.
(mm)
.046
Recovered I.D.
(Maximum
In.
(mm)
Total Recovered Wall
Thickness (Nominal)
In.
(mm)
(1,17)
.023
(0,58)
.010
(0,25)
1/16
.063
(1,60)
.031
(0,79)
.010
(0,25)
3/32
.093
(2,36)
.046
(1,17)
.010
(0,25)
1/8
.125
(3,18)
.062
(1,57)
.010
(0,25)
3/16
.187
(4,75)
.093
(2,36)
.010
(0,25)
1/4
.250
(6,35)
.125
(3,18)
.012
(0,30)
3/8
.375
(9,53)
.187
(4,75)
.012
(0,30)
1/2
.500
(12,70)
.250
(6,35)
.012
(0,30)
5/8
.625
(15,88)
.313
(7,94)
.014
(0,36)
3/4
.750
(19,05)
.375
(9,53)
.017
(0,43)
1
1.000
(25,40)
.500
(12,70)
.019
(0,48)
Not for specifications. Values are typical, not to be considered minimum or maximum.
Properties measured at room temperature 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise stated.
Physical Property
Typical Value
Tensile Strength
5500 PSI
Ultimate Elongation
350%
Longitudinal Change
+1, -10%
Secant Modulus (2%)
123,000 PSI
Specific Gravity
1.7
Low Temperature Flexibility (outer wall only)
4 hrs @ -55 ºC
Flammability
Self-extinguishing, UL24 VW-1 Test
No cracking
Pass
Electrical Property (Test Method)
Typical Value
US units (metric)
Dielectric Strength
900 V/mil
Volume Resistivity
1014 ohm/cm
Chemical Property (Test Method)
Typical Value
Corrosion Resistance
Non-corrosive
Fuel & Oil Resistance
Excellent
Solvent Absorption
Excellent
Abrasion Resistance
Excellent
Acid & alkalis Resistance
Excellent
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Standard Colors
Clear
Also available in Black. Price, MOQ and Lead Time will vary for these colors.
Please contact Local Sales Representative or Customer Service Representative for
more information.
Shelf Life & Storage
3M™ Heat Shrink Tubing MFP has a 10-year shelf life from date of manufacture
when stored in a humidity controlled storage (10°C/50°F to 27°C/80°F and
