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Originally Posted by Elgin Clock
What are the advantages/ disadvantages of each compared to each other? (heat shrink vs. cold shrink)
When should it be used?
Should it be used instead of electrical tape?
How easy is it to fix if something goes wrong underneath the tubing as opposed to electrical tape?
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Elgin,
I am not sure what product you are referring to as "cold shrink".
I use a variety of products depending on the application. Heatshrink is the easiest to cut, shape, etc. and makes a nice finish look. When the need arises for a repair justs take a sharp blade and cut down the length of the covering. If you need a higher voltage breakdown just add a second or third piece over the top. It is not waterproof, though, even the meltable interiors tend to leak a little when out in the weather. There is a good product called COAXSEAL, available from many locations including Radio Shack. It makes a good waterproof, ultraviolet resistive, flexible seal but is nasty stuff to work with.
Since waterproof is not a requirement for our robots, yet, heatshrink is easy for everyone to use and electrical tape a close second.