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Review on πŸ“ Shrink Adhesive - Inch Feet Black by Trey Harvey

Revainrating 5 out of 5

With the right methodology, it worked great.

Totally agree with the methodology described by the reviewer. I copy below for reference. Tape I just used with two banana clips on the ends after I finished wrapping. In fact, the heat gun must be installed low. With that in mind, I was able to complete the shrinking process with relative ease. I had some 5 inch wires that were part of a bundle that I couldn't make out. So I couldn't use conventional shrink tubing. This tape helped me. For reference, this is the method I had in mind: Here are the instructions for using this product: 1) Wrap the connecting wire tightly in a circle about 6 or 8 times 2) Cut the end of the band with scissors, to leave it clean edge 3) Singe the cut end of the ribbon with a lighter. This will make the edge softer and stickier. 4) Tape the burnt edge to the tape. Now she has to stick together. 5) Using the heat gun on the LOW setting, direct the heat at the ribbon. 6) As it heats up you will see it change from matte to glossy. 7) Continue heating until the entire ribbon is soft 8) Remove the heat and allow to cool. As the tape cools, it hardens. Here's what people get wrong with this product - Complain that the free edge doesn't stick (fixed with a lighter) - Complain that the 8 inch strip doesn't shrink and heat gun it by 1/ 4 inches) - try squeezing with a lighter or heat gun on HIGH (this is too hot and will melt the product). Please note that this material is much thinner than heat shrink tubing. I can heat shrink tubing with a lighter all day. This material requires a much more delicate touch. But for places where I can't separate the wires, put on heat shrink tubing. this stuff works great.

Pros
  • Heat can be supplied by conventional and commercial fan heaters
Cons
  • Piggy bank price