The Bus Bar Sleeve is a high-quality protective covering designed to insulate and safeguard bus bars in panels, switchgear, and substations. Manufactured from PVC or heat-shrinkable polyolefin materials, these sleeves provide superior electrical insulation, mechanical protection, and phase color coding for safe and reliable power distribution.

Widely used in industrial, commercial, and utility applications, bus bar sleeves are available in multiple sizes and colors, ensuring long-term durability and compliance with safety standards.

Description

Bus Bar Sleeves are protective coverings designed to insulate and safeguard bus bars in electrical panels, switchgear, and distribution systems. Made from PVC or heat-shrinkable polyolefin materials, these sleeves provide electrical insulation, mechanical protection, and color identification for phase marking.

They prevent short circuits, accidental contact, moisture, and corrosion, ensuring long-term reliability and safety in power distribution.

Features

  • High dielectric strength for safe insulation

  • Flame-retardant and heat-resistant material

  • Available in PVC & Heat Shrinkable sleeves

  • Flexible, easy to cut and install

  • Color-coded (Red, Yellow, Blue, Black, Green) for phase identification

Specifications

  • Material: PVC / Heat Shrink Polyolefin

  • Operating Temp: –20°C to +120°C (PVC), up to +125°C (Heat Shrink)

  • Shrink Ratio (for heat shrink type): 2:1 / 3:1

  • Sizes: Suitable for bus bars from 12 mm to 125 mm

  • Standards: IEC / RoHS compliant

Advantages

✅ Provides effective insulation & safety
✅ Protects against moisture, dust & corrosion
✅ Easy phase identification with color coding
✅ Long-lasting and maintenance-free
✅ Reduces risk of electrical faults

Disadvantages

 PVC sleeves less durable in very high temperatures compared to heat shrink type
Requires correct sizing for proper fitting

Applications

  • Electrical switchgear & panels

  • Power distribution boards

  • Transformer & substation bus bars

  • UPS & renewable energy systems

  • Industrial & commercial installations

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