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Fabric tubing. The HFT2000 and HFT3000 series have shrink ratios of 2-to-1 and 3-to-1 respectively. The fabric tubing slips easily over the wiring, hose or pipe substrate and accommodates tight bends and curves. When heated above 135°C, the tubing shrinks snugly onto the substrate, eliminating the need for adhesives and fastening clamps. This product provides designers and manufacturers a reliable alternative to stiffer polymer-braid tubing. A multifilament construction allows the product to be cut using standard cutting equipment, and eliminates the need for additional steps to prevent fraying. These fabric tubing products fit a wide variety of substrate diameters, ranging from 8- to 60mm. Raychem, 300 Constitution Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025. 800-926-2425 http://www. ray chem.comCircle 550.
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Changeover manifold. Mighty-Max automatic changeover manifolds
are ideal for use with most types of non-corrosive industrial, medical, and specialty
gasses where uninterrupted supply is required. The manifolds connect gas cylinders and
automatically switch a depleted cylinder to a full one without interruption of gas
service. 
Extruded tubing. The Heli-Tube line of spirally-cut
cable wrap features 9 standard materials of this expandable plastic cable harness and
chafe-guard which wraps on like tape without tools. Included are polyethylene in clear,
various colors, UV resistant black and grey; fire resistant white and black Rulan; natural
and black nylon; and Teflon. They are available in sizes from 1/16- to 1-1/4-in. OD. M.M.
Newman Corp, 24 Tioga Way, Marblehead, MA 01945. 800-777-6309. 
PVC Tubing. This company's Clearflo and Nylobrade Industrial
brands are generally unaffected by oxidizing and reducing agents. Clearflo allows visual
contact with the flow, while Nylobrade braid-reinforced hose offers increased pressure
capability with polyester yarn bonded within walls of PVC. Both have a maximum operating
temperature of 185°F. Clearflo can be used to a low temperature of -36°F, and Nylobrade
to -22°F. New Age Industries, 2300 Maryland Rd, PO Box K, Willow Grove, PA
19090. 215-657-3151. 
Composite grommet edging. This edging protects tubing passing
through panels. It is also endorsed by the FAA (FAR section 21.303) and installs easily
without adhesives to protect wire and cable from abrasion. Grommet edging operates from
-40° to 190°F, and is shock- and vibration-resistant to 41.7 Gs rms. It is available in
sizes from 0.025- to 0.25 in. to fit various 2-axis contours. Device Technologies,
3 Brigham St, Marlborough, MA 01752. 800-669-9682
Sleeves and tubing. Free test samples of the Soffoam line of
extruded high density foam rubber sleeves and tubing are available. Made from durable,
closed-cell foam construction which resists moisture and prevents breakdown due to excess
wear and weather exposure, the foam material allows a non-slip surface and absorbs
potentially harmful vibrations. Ideal for insulating, cushioning, and protecting edges,
they are offered in a large selection of sizes, densities and colors. Grip Works,
13515 Barrett Parkway Dr, St Louis, MO 63021. 314-984-8100. Circle 533.
Copolyether-ester hoses. Arnitel grade PM581 thermoplastic
elastomer (TPE) was developed specifically for the hydraulic and general industrial hose
markets. It has a high-melt stability to facilitate better processing. Arnitel PM581 is
offered with a wide range of hardnesses varying from soft (Shore D 38) materials to
materials with a Shore D hardness of 74. DSM Engineering Plastics, PO Box
3333, 2267 W Mill Rd, Evansville, IN 47732-3333. 812-435-7500.
Large bore connectors. These connectors are designed for
faster delivery of viscous fluids through 8mm ID tubing. Vented and non-vented styles are
available in a variety of sizes. The 5-, 6- and 8mm versions will not mate to a standard
luer, avoiding connection errors between incompatible systems. Vented versions come in
polyethylene, with non-vented versions offered in white ABS, clear 
Polymer tubing. This line of extruded polymers are offered in
a wide range of sizes from 0.020- to 1.50-in. ID and wall thicknesses from 5 mils to
0.5-in., depending upon ID, with color matching. They can be E-beam cross-linked to
improve physical properties. Featuring a wide variety of materials, they can be supplied
in cut lengths from 1/8 in. to 10 ft. long with ±1% tolerances, depending upon length. Insultab
Inc, 50 Everberg Rd, Woburn, MA 01801. 800-