thebes Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 I'm thinking in lieu of shrink wrap . No flames and should be useful in getting into tight spots. http://www.starbrite.com/item/liquid-electrical-tape?category_id=568 Supposedly rated to 275 degrees so should work for tube type builds. I think one major concern would be longevity, which is not really covered in the specs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No.4 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 I have used on wires in my Jeep. They have been through hell and back. It has held up well, but it is messy to apply. In my experience you won’t get the finished look of heat shrink but it’s functional. If you won’t see it under the hood it’s works well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebes Posted February 2, 2018 Author Share Posted February 2, 2018 So I'm guessing your thinking that it's a bit messy for fine work like building an amp etc. I just sent the company the following inquiry: Can this be used in home electronics build?. For example vacuum tube amplifiers. Is there any expected longevity with this product. For example, shrink tubing will last decades. Will this dissolve with time. I'm asking on behalf of electronic hobbyists like myself. We build things like radios, amplifiers, guitar amps, shortwave radios etc. I see it's rated for up to 275 degrees, but can it hold up to consistent high temperatures and voltages up to 500vdc. Thanks. I'll post the reply if I get one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Don't you simply use a heat gun... and not open flame for heat shrink? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Don't do it Marty....it's a mess and almost impossible to get off should you need to do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason str Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 36 minutes ago, Schu said: Don't you simply use a heat gun... and not open flame for heat shrink? Works either way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Or soldering iron 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebes Posted February 4, 2018 Author Share Posted February 4, 2018 Sounds like it's not a keeper. I did hear back from these folks and they sent me the UL testing results. They did say it takes 24 hours to effect a full cure and is not fire resistant until fully cured. The pertinent part of the UL report is as follows: "Note: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. does not have a category standard for products such as “liquid electrical tape.” For this reason it cannot give official listing or recognition for this product. This is not to be misconstrued as the product not being suitable for its intended application. As a matter of fact, regular electrical tape is UL rated at 600 volts and Star brite Liquid Electrical Tape has more than double that rating for the thickness normally applied." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 On 2/1/2018 at 6:53 PM, Schu said: Don't you simply use a heat gun... and not open flame for heat shrink? A heat gun like a paint stripper works great. That's what I use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyBob Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 LET has its place. Like not having the right size heat shrink. Heat shrink is best. A heat gun is the best option to use on it. I have found myself using a soldering iron... simply because it is hot and already in my hand ... ... any port in a storm, though. Whatever you need to use.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
analogman Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 Difficult to make a meaningful recommendation either way not knowing specifically what one had in mind for it It is an excellent product when used appropriately Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyBob Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 I found it quite handy when I was flying r/c helicopters. a wee bit smaller stuff than what we are talking in this case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxerjake Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 A micro torch is the perfect tool for shrink tube .. simple, easy and concentrated heat only where you want it . I simply hate heat guns , unless your using them to remove graphics or body side moudings ... Dragging around an extention cord is so 1980's .... Liquid tape is more of an automotive or HD equipment application , I'm a licensed mechanic and we use it in our shop for any application that may see exposure to water , like trailer wiring , fog lamps , driving lights , etc etc etc . More so shrink tube then liquid tape though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebes Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 Well I'm a house painter and use a heat gun from time-to-time to speed up drywall repairs. Never even thought of using it for heat shrink. I usually just use the barrel of my solder gun on heat shrink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 18 hours ago, thebes said: Well I'm a house painter and use a heat gun from time-to-time to speed up drywall repairs. Never even thought of using it for heat shrink. I usually just use the barrel of my solder gun on heat shrink. Works fantastic on heat shrink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted February 17, 2018 Share Posted February 17, 2018 I've used liquid tape on car wiring. I like it. It need not be messy, but then you'll have to apply 2 thinner coats. It's great for when the dog chews the trailer wiring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JL Sargent Posted February 17, 2018 Share Posted February 17, 2018 Liquid tape is awesome for electrical troubleshooting too. Lets say you need to pierce a wire for signal testing on a car's computer system. Don't just leave a hole in the wire when you're done, use a dab of liquid tape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxerjake Posted February 21, 2018 Share Posted February 21, 2018 The worse thing about liquid tape is trouble shooting a poor or corroded connection .... just try cutting into the stuff to investigate the connection it conceals and you'll see what I mean . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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