VFP-876 Tubing Very Flexible Polyolefin Data Sheet Product Description Typical Applications Standard Colors 3 M VFP-876 is the most flexible of the The extra flexibility and low shrink VFP-876 (flame retardant)black, white heat-shrinkable, polyolefin tubings. Rated temperature of VFP-876 Tubing make it and yellow. Other colors and clear at 135C, VFP-876 Tubing has been ideal for shrink-fit jacketing and available subject to factory quotation. engineered to offer a low shrink insulation of flexible wire bundles and Standard Packaging temperature of 100C (212F). T h i s sensitive components. allows the tubing to shrink rapidly, F o u r-foot lengths or large spools. Cut Shrink Ratio thereby minimizing heat exposure and pieces available subject to factory possible damage to sensitive substrate VFP-876 Tubing has a 2:1 shrink ratio. q u o t a t i o n . materials or components. When freely recovered, the tubing will VFP-876 Tubing meets MIL-R- Ordering Information shrink to 50% of its as-supplied internal 46846, Type V and AMS-3587 and is UL d i a m e t e r. The recovered wall thickness Order VFP-876 by product name, size Recognized (ULFile Nos. E-39100 and of the tubing is proportional to the degree equivalent to expanded inside diameter, E-69751). It is rated for continuous of recovery. High expansion-ratio package type and color. Always order the operation from 55C (67F) to 135C VFP-876 Tubing is available subject to l a rgest size that will shrink snugly over (275F) and withstands elevated factory quotation. the item to be covered. temperatures to 300C (572F) for brief Example: VFP-876, 1/4 , 4 ft., white. periods. Typical Properties Applicable Specification MIL-R-46846, Type V ULFile E-39100, E-69751 CSA L R 3 8 2 2 7 Standard Sizes and Dimensions P h y s i c a l E l e c t r i c a l R e c o v e re d Tensile Strength 2100 PSI Dielectric Strength 800 V/mil Wall 1 4 Ultimate Elongation 4 5 0 % Volume Resistivity 1 0 o h m - c m Ordering Expanded I.D. R e c o v e red I.D. T h i c k n e s s Longitudinal Change 5 % S i z e ( M i n i m u m ) ( M a x i m u m ) ( N o m i n a l ) Secant Modulus i n . ( m m ) i n . ( m m ) i n . ( m m ) C h e m i c a l ( 2 % ) 11,000 PSI Corrosive Eff e c t N o n - c o r r o s i v e 3 / 6 4 . 0 4 6 ( 1 , 1 7 ) . 0 2 3 ( 0 , 5 8 ) . 0 1 6 ( 0 , 4 1 ) Specific Gravity 1 . 3 Solvent Resistance 1 / 1 6 . 0 6 3 ( 1 , 6 0 ) . 0 3 1 ( 0 , 7 9 ) . 0 1 7 ( 0 , 4 3 ) Heat Aging E l o n g a t i o n Tensile Strength 750 PSI 3 / 3 2 . 0 9 3 ( 2 , 3 6 ) . 0 4 6 ( 1 , 1 7 ) . 0 2 0 ( 0 , 5 1 ) (168 hrs. 175C)(200% min.) Dielectric Strength 400 V/mil 1 / 8 . 1 2 5 ( 3 , 1 8 ) . 0 6 2 ( 1 , 5 7 ) . 0 2 0 ( 0 , 5 1 ) 2 5 0 % Water A b s o r p t i o n 0 . 2 % 3 / 1 6 . 1 8 7 ( 4 , 7 5 ) . 0 9 3 ( 2 , 3 6 ) . 0 2 0 ( 0 , 5 1 ) Heat Shock No dripping, Fungus Resistance N o n - n u t r i e n t 1 / 4 . 2 5 0 ( 6 , 3 5 ) . 1 2 5 ( 3 , 1 8 ) . 0 2 5 ( 0 , 6 4 ) (4 hrs. 250C) cracking, 3 / 8 . 3 7 5 ( 9 , 5 3 ) . 1 8 7 ( 4 , 7 5 ) . 0 2 5 ( 0 , 6 4 ) passes mandrel 1 / 2 . 5 0 0 ( 1 2 , 7 0 ) . 2 5 0 ( 6 , 3 5 ) . 0 2 5 ( 0 , 6 4 ) wrap test 3 / 4 . 7 5 0 ( 1 9 , 0 5 ) . 3 7 5 ( 9 , 5 3 ) . 0 3 0 ( 0 , 7 6 ) Low Temperature Flexibility 1 1 . 0 0 0 ( 2 5 , 4 0 ) . 5 0 0 ( 1 2 , 7 0 ) . 0 3 5 ( 0 , 8 9 ) (4 hrs. 55C) No cracking 1 - 1 / 2 1 . 5 0 0 ( 3 8 , 1 0 ) . 7 5 0 ( 1 9 , 0 5 ) . 0 4 0 ( 1 , 0 2 ) F l a m m a b i l i t y S e l f - e x t i n g u i s h 2 2 . 0 0 0 ( 5 0 , 8 0 ) 1 . 0 0 0 ( 2 5 , 4 0 ) . 0 4 5 ( 1 , 1 4 ) meets UL 2 2 4 A l l - Tu b i n g Flame Te s t 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.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 3Ms 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 WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALLOTHER PRODUCT WARRANTIES, 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 3Ms warranty obligations will be Customers exclusive remedy and 3Ms and Sellers 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