Orange heat shrink tubing is an industry standard color used in electric vehicles (EV) to identify high-voltage wiring and associated high-voltage components. Using orange heat shrink tubing helps manufacturers comply with current regulations and ensures that their vehicles meet safety and industry standards.
There are several reasons why orange heat shrink has become the standard for indicating high-voltage in EV systems. This standardization helps to ensure that emergency responders and technicians can quickly and easily identify high-voltage components found within the various makes and models of electric vehicles.
Using a specific color (orange) serves as a visual warning to anyone working on or around the vehicle that the wiring or components are a part of the vehicle’s high-voltage system. This visual indicator helps to prevent accidental contact with potentially deadly high-voltage parts, thereby reducing the risk of electrocution.
Orange heat shrink tubing plays an important role in enhancing the safety and durability of electric vehicles by clearly identifying the high-voltage systems and associated components within these vehicles. In applications where high temperature or abrasion resistance are needed for protection, woven / braided fiberglass sleeving (coated in orange) will perform very well and satisfy the current standard.
Electro Insulation has a full line of EV related insulation products available. Please contact us at 800-247-2114 or email us at sales@electroinsulation.com to discuss your EV project. Our knowledgeable staff can help you to determine the best solution for your specific application requirements.