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10-25-2018, 04:39 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
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When doing wiring, the first thing I do is create the schematic with a labeling scheme.
During actual installation, I use yellow heat shrink and a fine line sharpie. Just write directly on the heat shrink and just shrink it onto each end of the wire run.
If it?s a particularly hostile spot, I sometimes shrink clear over the yellow.
The writing shrinks along with the wrap but remains easy to read.
It?s easy, fast and cheap.
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10-25-2018, 08:33 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Sugar Land, TX
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Originally Posted by Iluke
Dave-
Is that powerpoint format something you could share? -Ivan Luke
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Ivan,
I'm happy to share but I don't have an easy way to post my files right now. My files are also a work in progress and so not yet complete.
However, there was another RV-10 builder who attended this same AEA class who has done an excellent job of explaining the process. Check out his posts on VAF at http://www.vansairforce.com/communit...&highlight=ppt
Also Tim Spear posted a copy of Leok's ppt file on his web server for folks to download. Look at the last post on this page for a link to the ppt file: http://www.vansairforce.com/communit...pt#post1195513
If after you have read his postings you still want a copy of my working file, send me your email address via private message on this board and I will email you a copy of my file.
Using PowerPoint does take some practice to do efficiently. There are tools for grouping, aligning, rotating, etc. that work well. I've been using PowerPoint since about 1994, and so it has become an easy tool for me to use. If there are other tools (CADD, drawing programs, etc.) that your are comfortable using, they might be a better choice.
Cheers,
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11-05-2018, 05:02 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Yardley, PA
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This works great
Thanks for all your input. I bought a Dymo LabelManager 160 for 20 bucks on Amazon, and 1/4? heat shrink label tubes. I was concerned that the 1/4? tubes would be too big for 20 gauge wire but it works perfectly.

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11-05-2018, 05:46 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Medford, NJ USA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Av8torTom
Thanks for all your input. I bought a Dymo LabelManager 160 for 20 bucks on Amazon, and 1/4” heat shrink label tubes. I was concerned that the 1/4” tubes would be too big for 20 gauge wire but it works perfectly.
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What heat shrink label tubes did you buy? The $20 LabelManager is not supposed to be able to print on heat shrink, but obviously that is not true.
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11-05-2018, 06:18 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2009
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RV10Pilot
What heat shrink label tubes did you buy? The $20 LabelManager is not supposed to be able to print on heat shrink, but obviously that is not true.
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The part number is A18051. I purchased a generic three pack (5'/pack) for $22
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11-05-2018, 06:43 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Brighton, Colorado
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Has anyone been able to find printable tubing in something smaller than 1/4?? Most all of the wiring I plan to install is 22 gauge.
I think I?ve found one printer for nearly $300 that has something less than 1/4? tubing available, but the tubing is something like $40 for a 3 foot length.
I?ve used laser printer labels with clear heatshrink in the past, but I really like the look of the printed heatshrink.
Thanks in advance!
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11-05-2018, 06:48 PM
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Rod,
The 1/4" tubing will do 22 gauge wire. I'm amazed at how much it will shrink.
Here's how it looks... sorry about the spelling

Last edited by Av8torTom : 11-05-2018 at 07:44 PM.
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11-05-2018, 07:51 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2013
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Av8torTom
Rod,
The 1/4" tubing will do 22 gauge wire. I'm amazed at how much it will shrink.
Here's how it looks... sorry about the spelling

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Better redo that one. It's misspelled
JK!
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11-05-2018, 07:56 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Dallas/Ft Worth, TX
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I use the K-Sun with 1/8" (3mm tube).
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11-05-2018, 08:41 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Brighton, Colorado
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Thanks!
K-sun is the brand I found that seemed quite expensive. Any advice on a reasonably priced source? Or am I going to have to find the pry bar for my wallet again? :-)
I’m just airline pilot cheap!
UPDATE in the middle of the night...
I ordered the Epson LW-PX900. It prints at 360dpi and accepts shrink tube cartridges ranging from 1/8” to 1”. I found the best price at an online place called Image Supply. I ordered 1/8, 3/16, and 3/8” black on white tubing. My thought was 22/24 gauge wire, multi-wire shielded, and RG400 in selecting the shrinktube sizes. I’ll report back with pics and a PIREP.
The total for my order was right around $375. OCD costs money! Gots to have a tidy wiring harness. Pahan would be proud... right Pahan?
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Brighton, Colorado (CO12)
RV-3 N87CT (Thanks Chuck!)
Glasair 1RG N388DM
RV-3 N99RV sold 01/2000
F1 MkIII empennage?arrived 08/22/2018--collecting dust
Last edited by RWoodard : 11-06-2018 at 02:43 AM.
Reason: Added order info
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