Heat Shrink Busbar Tape – High Voltage Insulating & Anti-Tracking Protection
Heat Shrink Busbar Tape
Our Heat Shrink Busbar Tape is a high-performance electrical insulation solution designed to protect copper and aluminium busbars from short circuits, surface tracking, moisture ingress, and accidental contact. Manufactured from premium cross-linked polyolefin, this tape shrinks uniformly when heated, forming a tight, seamless insulation layer around busbars of all shapes and sizes.
Widely used in LV/MV panels, switchgear, transformers, substations, and distribution boards, heat shrink busbar tape provides long-term electrical safety while improving the overall appearance of power systems.
This product is also commonly searched as:
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Heat shrink insulation tape
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Busbar heat shrink sleeve tape
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Anti tracking heat shrink busbar tape
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Non tracking busbar insulation tape
Key Features
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Excellent electrical insulation strength
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Anti-tracking and non-tracking surface
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High dielectric performance
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Flame retardant
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Resistant to moisture, chemicals, and UV
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Tight shrink fit with smooth finish
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Suitable for copper and aluminium busbars
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Easy installation using hot air gun or torch
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Available in red, black, yellow, green & custom colours
Technical Overview
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Material: Cross-linked polyolefin
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Shrink Ratio: 2:1 (custom ratios available)
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Operating Temperature: –55°C to +125°C
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Shrink Temperature: Approx. 120°C
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Voltage Rating: Suitable for LV & MV applications
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Standard Thickness After Shrink: Heavy duty insulation
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Supplied Form: Continuous roll / cut length
Applications
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Electrical panels & switchgear
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Busbar insulation in substations
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Transformer terminals
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Power distribution boards
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Renewable energy systems
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Industrial electrical assemblies
Why Use Heat Shrink Busbar Tape?
Unlike conventional PVC tapes, heat shrink busbar tape forms a permanent bonded insulation layer that does not loosen over time. Its anti tracking and non tracking properties reduce flashover risk, while the seamless finish improves safety and professional appearance.
This makes it ideal for high-current and high-voltage environments where reliability is critical.
Advantages Over Normal Insulation Tape
✔ No adhesive failure
✔ Uniform wall thickness after shrink
✔ Superior dielectric strength
✔ Long service life
✔ Professional panel finish
✔ Improved electrical safety

