Overview
The Corally Shrink Tubing 4.7mm Red + Black 10 Pcs (C-50222) is an essential accessory for any RC enthusiast working on their RC car in the UK. Whether you're a seasoned racer maintaining a brushless RC buggy, a weekend basher keeping your RC monster truck in top condition, or someone just starting out with ready to run RC vehicles, quality shrink tubing is an indispensable component for electrical work. This high-quality shrink tubing set from Team Corally provides everything you need to professionally insulate and protect electrical wires in your RC model, ensuring reliable performance and longevity of your investment.
Shrink tubing is a critical consumable item for any RC modeller's toolkit. Whether you're soldering connectors, repairing damaged wires, or building custom harnesses for your RC car, having reliable, professional-grade shrink tubing on hand means the difference between a job done right and potential electrical failures that could damage expensive components. The Corally brand is recognised across the RC hobby in the UK and worldwide for producing quality spare parts and upgrades that help keep your RC vehicles running smoothly. This particular set combines both red and black tubing, giving you the flexibility to colour-code your electrical circuits—a professional practice that makes troubleshooting and maintenance far easier down the line.
Available now at RC Model Shop, this shrink tubing set represents genuine manufacturer quality at an affordable price point. With 10 pieces of tubing included in two colours, you'll have plenty of material for multiple projects, whether you're working on a single RC car or maintaining an entire fleet of RC vehicles.
Key Features
- High-Quality PVC Material — Constructed from premium PVC, this shrink tubing delivers professional-grade insulation and protection for electrical wires in your RC car, resisting heat and providing long-lasting durability even in demanding RC racing or bashing conditions.
- 4.7mm Diameter — The 4.7mm bore size is perfectly suited for standard wire gauges used throughout RC model wiring, making this tubing compatible with the vast majority of RC cars, buggies, trucks, and crawlers on the market today.
- 50% Shrink Ratio — This tubing shrinks to approximately 50% of its original diameter when heated, providing a snug, professional fit that won't slip off even under vibration and movement common in RC vehicles during high-speed runs or rough terrain driving.
- 70mm Length Per Piece — Each length of tubing measures 70mm, providing generous material for covering connectors, solder joints, and damaged wire sections with plenty left over for multiple applications.
- Dual Colour Set — The inclusion of both red and black tubing allows you to colour-code your electrical circuits, a professional practice that makes identifying power, ground, and signal lines instantly obvious, dramatically improving maintenance and troubleshooting efficiency.
- 10 Pieces Included — With five pieces each of red and black tubing, you have substantial material for various projects, repairs, and multiple RC vehicles, making this an excellent value consumable item to keep in your workshop.
- Wire Insulation Application — Purpose-designed for wire insulation and protection, this tubing meets the specific requirements of electrical work in RC cars, trucks, buggies, and other radio control models.
Technical Performance
The Corally Shrink Tubing C-50222 is engineered with precision to meet the exacting standards of the RC hobby. The PVC construction provides excellent electrical insulation properties whilst maintaining flexibility for ease of application over wires and connectors. The 4.7mm diameter is a standard size that accommodates most commonly used wire gauges in RC electrical systems, from small gauge servo wires to larger diameter battery and motor leads. The 50% shrink ratio ensures that when heated with a heat source such as a heat gun or lighter, the tubing contracts evenly and securely around whatever it's covering, creating a watertight, vibration-resistant seal. The 70mm length of each piece provides ample material for covering solder joints, connectors, and substantial wire sections without waste. The dual-colour design (red and black) is not merely aesthetic—it serves the critical function of circuit identification, allowing you to maintain professional standards in your electrical work and making future maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics far simpler. Whether you're building a custom wiring harness for a brushless RC motor system, repairing damaged wires on your RC buggy after a crash, or upgrading connectors on your RC truck, this shrink tubing delivers the quality and reliability that serious RC enthusiasts demand.
What's in the Box
- 5 x Red shrink tubing sleeves, 4.7mm diameter, 70mm length
- 5 x Black shrink tubing sleeves, 4.7mm diameter, 70mm length
- Total: 10 pieces of high-quality PVC shrink tubing
What You Need to Complete
- A heat source such as a heat gun, lighter, or soldering iron to activate the shrink tubing
- Wire or connectors to cover (the tubing can be used on various RC components including motor leads, servo wires, battery connectors, and custom harnesses)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What size wire does this 4.7mm shrink tubing fit? — The 4.7mm diameter is designed for standard RC wire gauges commonly used in RC cars, trucks, buggies, and crawlers. With its 50% shrink ratio, it will accommodate wires from approximately 6-8mm down to 3-4mm in diameter, making it suitable for motor leads, battery connectors, and servo wires used throughout the RC hobby.
- Is shrink tubing essential for RC cars? — Absolutely. Shrink tubing is a critical consumable for any RC enthusiast maintaining or building RC models. It provides electrical insulation and protection for solder joints and wire connections, prevents corrosion from moisture and dirt, protects against short circuits, and is essential for creating professional, reliable electrical systems in your RC vehicle.
- How do I apply shrink tubing to my RC car wires? — Slide the appropriate length of tubing over your wire or connector, then apply heat using a heat gun, lighter, or soldering iron until the tubing shrinks snugly around the wire. The 50% shrink ratio means it will contract significantly, creating a tight, secure fit that won't slip during use.
- Why do I need both red and black tubing? — Colour-coding your electrical circuits is a professional practice that makes maintenance far easier. Red typically indicates positive (power) connections whilst black indicates negative (ground) connections, allowing you to instantly identify circuit function and making troubleshooting and repairs much simpler when working on your RC car.
- Is this tubing suitable for beginners? — Yes, absolutely. Shrink tubing is one of the easiest and most forgiving electrical components to use, making it perfect for beginners learning to solder and build custom wiring harnesses. The 4.7mm size and generous 70mm length make it easy to work with, and the dual colours help you learn proper circuit organisation from the start.
- How many wires can I cover with 10 pieces? — With 10 pieces of 70mm tubing, you can cover multiple connections depending on how much of each piece you use. You could easily cover 5-10 solder joints, several connector pairs, or create colour-coded harnesses for multiple RC vehicles, making this set excellent value for money.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the CORALLY SHRINK TUBING 4.7MM RED + BLACK 10 PCS C-50222 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Team Corally
- Model Number: C-50222
- EAN: 8718057137564
- Product Type: Shrink Tubing Sleeves
- Application: Wire insulation
- Material: PVC
- Diameter: 4.7mm
- Length Per Piece: 70mm
- Shrink Ratio: Up to 50% in diameter
- Colour: Red + Black
- Quantity: 10 pieces (5 red, 5 black)
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