Gas soldering iron for heatshrink?

HappyHippyDad · May 2, 2016

I am looking for the best way to shrink heatshrink (cordless)?

I have used the Iroda micro-therm which was awful so I bought a heat gun to use instead, see pic below. However, I find it too much for heatshrink and after a few seconds (even on low setting) a flame envelopes the heatshrink, although this doesn't damage the heatshrink I would like more control.

[ElectriciansForums.net] Gas soldering iron for heatshrink?

I notice a gas soldering iron is mentioned and this is what I am erring towards, is this effective? Does it take ages or is it fairly swift? Any other suggestions, flameless heat gun?

This (below) was mentioned by Lee in a thread but looks as though it takes ages, anyone with first hand experience?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Draper-787...dp/B000ELJ0EC?ie=UTF8&ref_=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1

Cheers.

Megavolt · May 2, 2016

I us a decorators heat gun or lighter depending on Circumstance

Midwest · May 2, 2016

I posted a few weeks back, asking for similar advice; http://www.electriciansforums.co.uk/electrical-tools-products/109074-hot-air-gun-heat-shrink.html

In the end I bought one of those crème brulee torches, got one from Currys; Buy KITCHEN CRAFT 20 MC Professional Blowtorch - Silver, Black & Red | Free Delivery | Currys

Fine with heat shrink as long as you turn the flame down low, burnt a few puddings with it as well :frown2:

HappyHippyDad · May 2, 2016

Midwest said:
I posted a few weeks back, asking for similar advice; http://www.electriciansforums.co.uk/electrical-tools-products/109074-hot-air-gun-heat-shrink.html

In the end I bought one of those crème brulee torches, got one from Currys; Buy KITCHEN CRAFT 20 MC Professional Blowtorch - Silver, Black & Red | Free Delivery | Currys

Fine with heat shrink as long as you turn the flame down low, burnt a few puddings with it as well :frown2:

Thanks Midwest but that looks eactly the same as my present heatgun (see pic above) which I'm not too keen on. It shrinks it very quickly but after a few seconds envelopes it in flame (even on low setting) so I would like something less powerful.

Midwest · May 2, 2016

happyhippydad said:
I am looking for the best way to shrink heatshrink (cordless)?

I have used the Iroda micro-therm which was awful so I bought a heat gun to use instead, see pic below. However, I find it too much for heatshrink and after a few seconds (even on low setting) a flame envelopes the heatshrink, although this doesn't damage the heatshrink I would like more control.

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I notice a gas soldering iron is mentioned and this is what I am erring towards, is this effective? Does it take ages or is it fairly swift? Any other suggestions, flameless heat gun?

This (below) was mentioned by Lee in a thread but looks as though it takes ages, anyone with first hand experience?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Draper-787...dp/B000ELJ0EC?ie=UTF8&ref_=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1

Cheers.

If you have the flame that high, its gonna melt the copper cable, let alone the heat shrink :cool3:

stevethesparks · May 2, 2016

Could always try a vindaloo the night before :teeth_smile:

uksparks · May 2, 2016

I use a similar thing, used it today as it happens. I even used it the other day to soften the old vinyl on the old van to peel it off.

telectrix · May 2, 2016

i used to get the ex-wife to breathe on it, but then she got a new job in cardiff, as a model for the welsh flag

ElectroChem · May 3, 2016

I've got one much like that mini-torch/soldering iron, but it has an attachment for the front that absorbs the flame to give a hot air gun. You should be able to find something similar in England surely?
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ruston · May 3, 2016

Yes , Portasol gas iron will do that too. Plus you have the advantage of a versatile Iron.

Marvo · May 3, 2016

Google pencil torch or windproof lighter. They're less heat output than the blowtorch in your opening post, I also find the chef's blowtorches to be too hot unless you're using it on big diameters like 50mm and over.

I usually use a miniature propane torch which is about the size of a largish cigarette lighter, something like this

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You can actually use one of those windproof lighters for the smaller heatshrink sizes.

Aindowsimon · May 3, 2016

Blow lamp with a regulator on it never any problems

Similar to this turned down low

You can you's it for plumbing to
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edexlab · May 15, 2016

With the gas torch generally they are very limited on flame / heat adjustment
it's easy to burn the heat shrink if you you don't move the flame about,
I tend to keep it moving but aim off to the side of the heatshrink, but a heat gun will do exactly the same on a high setting,
Using low setting can take a bit more time
Personally I prefer the small creme brulee type

I've also just bought a small cigar lighter in china which you can angle the head it's all made of metal and holds a lot more gas than the plastic version I have also has a cap on a chain which is a bit of a nuisance but when fitted the gas cannot be ignited so I'll keep it attached just for the safety aspect

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edexlab · May 15, 2016

it's similar to this design but all metal

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