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Heat Shrink
Heat Shrink: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Measure It
Written by
Jiezhu Jin
Yann Leroy
Published on
20 May 2026
Reading time
7 minutes

Heat shrink tubing plays a critical role in protecting components exposed to harsh environments. This article explains what heat shrink is, how PTFE and FEP materials are used, the importance of shrink ratios, and how to properly measure heat shrink tubing for your application.

Data center liquid cooling is a thermal management approach that uses liquid to remove heat from servers, racks, or high-power computing equipment. This article offers a practical guide for engineers and technical buyers.

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