EPS-200 Tubing Adhesive-Lined, 2:1, Flexible, Polyolefin Data Sheet Product Description Typical Applications Standard Colors 3M ™EPS-200 is a 2:1 thin-wall tubing EPS-200 offers convenient protection of Black. Other colors and clear are of fering the advantages of integral electronic components, wire splices or available subject to factory quotation. adhesive-lined construction. The tubing bundling of wires. Automotive, truck and The clear tubing is not flame retardant. is made from a flame-retardant, flexible marine wiring splices and connections polyolefin with a thin layer of special are quickly and easily protected from Standard Packaging thermoplastic adhesive. The heat- harsh environments. Fo u r -foot lengths. Cut pieces and other shrinkable outer wall is selectively cross- lengths (including spooled) are available linked while maintaining the high flow Shrink Ratio subject to factory quotation. and excellent adhesion of the inner EPS-200 Tubing has a 2:1 shrink ratio. sealant liner. When freely recovered, the tubing will Ordering Information When heated in excess of 121°C shrink to 50% of its original diameter. (250°F), EPS-200 rapidly shrinks to a Order EPS-200 Tubing by product name, The recovered wall thickness of the skintight fit, forcing the melted adhesive size equivalent to the expanded inside tubing is proportional to the degree of lining to flow and cover the substrate. di a m e t e r , package type and color. Other re c o v e r y . The adhesive forms a flexible bond with sizes are available subject to factory a wide variety of rubbers, plastics and quotation. Always order the largest size metals. Upon cooling, the adhesive that will shrink snugly over the item to solidifies forming a permanent, non- be covered. drying, flexible and water resistant Example: EPS-200, 3/8", 4 ft., black. ba r r i e r . EPS-200 is rated for operation at –55°C (–67°F) to 110°C (230°F). Adhesive reflow will occur at Typical Properties temperatures above 80°C (176°F). Applicable Specification MIL-DTL-23053/4, Class 2; ULFile E-39100 Ph y s i c a l Ch e m i c a l Tensile Strength 2100 PSI Corrosion Resistance Standard Sizes and Dimensions Ultimate Elongation 45 0 % (Copper mirror) No n - c o r r o s i v e Longitudinal Change +1, -5% Fungus Resistance No n - n u t r i e n t Tot a l Meltable Secant Modulus (2%)17,000 PSI Water Ab s o r p t i o n 0. 3 % Re c o v e r ed Re c o v e r ed Specific Gravity 1. 3 Fluid Resistance Ex c e l l e n t Wall Wall *Heat Aging Elongation 175% Ordering Expanded I.D. Re c o v e r ed I.D. Th i c k n e s s Th i c k n e s s (168 hrs. @ 175°C) Ad h e s i v e Si z e (M i n i m u m ) (M a x i m u m ) (N o m i n a l ) (N o m i n a l ) *Heat Shock No dripping, in . (m m ) in . (m m ) in . (m m ) in . (m m ) Peel Strength, pli (4 hrs. @ 225°C) flowing, Po l y e t h y l e n e 30 1/ 8 .1 2 5 (3 , 1 8 ) .0 6 3 (1 , 6 0 ) .0 2 7 (0 , 6 8 ) .0 0 4 (0 , 1 0 ) cr a c k i n g PV C 10 3/ 1 6 .1 8 7 (4 , 7 5 ) .0 9 3 (2 , 3 6 ) .0 2 7 (0 , 6 8 ) .0 0 4 (0 , 1 0 ) *Low Temperature Flexibility Le a d 15 1/ 4 .2 5 0 (6 , 3 5 ) .1 2 5 (3 , 1 8 ) .0 3 0 (0 , 7 6 ) .0 0 5 (0 , 1 3 ) (4 hrs. @ –55°C) No cracking Al u m i n u m 40 3/ 8 .3 7 5 (9 , 5 3 ) .1 8 7 (4 , 7 5 ) .0 3 1 (0 , 7 9 ) .0 0 5 (0 , 1 3 ) Fl a m m a b i l i t y Se l f - e x t i n g u i s h Corrosive Effe c t 1/ 2 .5 0 0 (1 2 , 7 0 ) .2 5 0 (6 , 3 5 ) .032 (0 , 8 1 ) .0 0 6 (0 , 1 5 ) meets UL224 (Copper mirror) No n - c o r r o s i v e 3/ 4 .7 5 0 (1 9 , 0 5 ) .3 7 5 (9 , 5 3 ) .0 3 7 (0 , 9 4 ) .0 0 6 (0 , 1 5 ) Al l - T ubing Flame 1 1. 0 0 0 (2 5 , 4 0 ) .5 0 0 (1 2 , 7 0 ) .0 4 6 (1 , 1 7 ) .0 0 8 (0 , 2 0 ) Test (jacket) 1- 1 / 2 1. 5 0 0 (3 8 , 1 0 ) .7 5 0 (1 9 , 0 5 ) .0 4 9 (1 , 2 4 ) .0 0 8 (0 , 2 0 ) El e c t r i c a l 2 2. 0 0 0 (5 0 , 8 0 ) 1 . 0 0 0( 2 5 , 4 0 ) .0 6 0 (1 , 5 2 ) .0 1 5 (0 , 3 8 ) Dielectric Strength 800 V/mil Volume Resistivity 10 14 oh m - c m Technical information provided consists of typical product data and should not be used for specification purposes. Unless otherwise noted, all tests are performed at room temperature. * Outer wall only.

Limited Warranty– 3M expressly warrants that for a period of ninety days from the date of purchase, 3M static control products will be free of defects in materials (parts) and workmanship (labor). Defects occurring during the warranty period will be repaired or products will be replaced at 3M’s option and expense, if 3M receives notice during the warranty period. Defective products must be returned to 3M with proof of purchase date. Warranty Exclusions–THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTYIS MADE IN LIEU OF ALLOTHER PRODUCTWARRANTIES, EXPRESS AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING FITNESS AND MERCHANTIBILITY. The express warranty will not apply to defects or damage due to accidents, neglect, misuse, alterations, operator error, or failure to properly maintain, clean, or repair products. Limit of Liability– In no event will 3M or Seller be responsible or liable for special, incidental, or consequential losses or damages, whether based in tort or contract. Fulfillment of 3M’s warranty obligations will be Customer’s exclusive remedy and 3M’s and Seller’s limit of liability for any breach of warranty or otherwise. For your nearest distributor or to order, call 1-800-328-1368 3M Electrical Specialties Division 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 © 3M March 1997