RT-3 PBBs PBBEs PBBOs Semirigid, flame-retardant polyolefin heat-shrinkable tubing RT-3 tubing is ideally suited for wire strain-relief applications. It provides excellent strain relief and insulation of "weak points," transferring flex stress away from solder and crimp joints and other typically sensitive wiresplice and termination points. RT-3 is especially well suited for semi-automated production equipment requiring tubing with a tightly controlled expanded diameter. Sizes and expansion ratios of RT-3 are available for specific spade/disconnect terminals. of polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybrominated biphenyl oxides (PBBOs). In Europe, these chemicals are classified as environmentally hazardous substances. RT-3 tubing is made from a semirigid, radiation-crosslinked, flame-retardant polyolefin. Unlike other typical flameretardant tubings, RT-3 tubing is free RT-3 is UL-recognized in all colors and CSA- certified in black at 125C, 600 V. Temperature rating Full recovery temperature: Continuous operating temperature: 135C -55C to 135C Specifications* (R) Type RT-3 Raychem RT-360** UL E35586 CSA LR31929 (Black only) * When ordering, always specify latest issue. ** Except dimensions and longitudinal change. Dimensions (millimeters/inches) W Expanded as supplied Fully recovered after heating D Inside diameter D Expanded as supplied 6.1 0.4 0.240 0.015 8.1 0.4 0.320 0.015 9.5 0.5 0.375 0.020 12.3 0.5 0.485 0.020 Size* RT-3 No. 1 RT-3 No. 2 RT-3 No. 3 RT-3 No. 4 d (max.) Recovered after heating 2.4 0.095 3.2 0.125 3.8 0.150 5.1 0.200 ***Wall thickness will be less if tubing recovery is restricted during shrinkage. Ordering information Color Size selection Standard packaging Ordering description Standard Black only. Always order the largest size that will shrink snugly over the component being covered. A variety of nonstandard sizes are available. 1-inch cut-pieces or 4-foot lengths Specify product name, size, and color; for example, RT-3 No. 1-0 (0=Black). d Wall thickness W Recovered after heating*** 0.79 0.08 0.031 0.003 0.79 0.08 0.031 0.003 0.79 0.08 0.031 0.003 0.79 0.08 0.031 0.003 Specification values Electrical Chemical Property Dimensions Longitudinal change Tensile strength Ultimate elongation Secant modulus (expanded) Specific gravity Low-temperature flexibility (4 hours at -55C/-67F) Heat shock (4 hours at 250C/482F) Heat resistance (168 hours at 175C/347F) Followed by test for: Ultimate elongation Dielectric strength Volume resistivity Copper mirror corrosion (16 hours at 150C/302F) Copper contact corrosion (168 hours at 150C/302F) Flammability Fungus resistance Followed by tests for: Tensile strength Ultimate elongation Dielectric strength Water absorption (24 hours at 23C/73F) Fluid resistance (24 hours at 23C/73F) in: JP-8 fuel (MIL-T-5624) Skydrol 500 Hydraulic fluid (MIL-H-5606) Aviation gasoline 100/300 (MIL-G-5572) Water Followed by tests for: Dielectric strength Tensile strength Unit mm (inches) percent psi (MPa) percent psi (MPa) Requirement See reverse +0, -10 2000 (13.8) minimum 200 minimum 2.5 x 104 (172) minimum 1.35 maximum No cracking Method of test ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 No dripping, flowing, or cracking ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 percent volts/mil (kV/mm) ohm-cm 150 minimum 500 (19.7) minimum 1014 minimum Noncorrosive No pitting or blackening of copper Self-extinguishing within 1 minute; no more than 25% of indicator burned or charred; no falling, burning particles. ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 Procedure A ASTM D 2671 Procedure B ASTM D 2671 Procedure B ISO 846 Method B psi (MPa) percent volts/mil (kV/mm) percent 2000 (13.8) minimum 200 minimum 500 (19.7) minimum 0.5 maximum ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 volts/mil (kV/mm) psi (MPa) 400 (15.8) minimum 1600 (11.0) minimum ASTM D 2671 ASTM D 2671 Note: Consult RT-360 for specific details about test procedures. Skydrol is a trademark of Monsanto Company. Raychem is a trademark of Tyco Electronics Corporation. Users should independently evaluate the suitability of the product for their application. 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Tyco Electronics Corporation's only obligations are those in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale for these products and in no case will Tyco Electronics Corporation be liable for any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages arising from the sale, resale, use, or misuse of the product. Tyco Electronics Corporation's Specifications are subject to change without notice. In addition, Tyco Electronics Corporation reserves the right to make changes in materials or processing without notification to the Buyer which do not affect compliance with any applicable specification. For more information about this product visit www.tycoelectronics.com (c) 1988, 1990, 1995, 2002 Tyco Electronics Corporation Printed in USA 1654050 Revised 04/04 Physical