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EASYWARN
Sleeve It Limited, Syke Mill, Belthorn Road, Belthorn, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2NN
Pipe and Scaffolding Hazard Warning Sleeves
Tel: +44 (0)1254 694733 Fax: +44 (0)1254 691521 [email protected] www.sleeveit.co.uk

Sleeve It Limited, Syke Mill, Belthorn Road, Belthorn, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2NN
Tel: +44 (0)1254 694733 Fax: +44 (0)1254 691521 [email protected] www.sleeveit.co.uk
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Protective Sleeving Warning Sleeves
Fire Sleeve 4-5 Easywarn 32 Sleeve It Limited is an independent company established in 2003 and
Flexguard FireSleeve 6 Coiled Pipe Markers 33 has grown through innovation and customer service. We pride ourselves
on offering competitive technical solutions to your problems.
Fire-Fabric 3250 7
Copper Clad 8 Insulation Materials We supply a diverse range of products including:
PVLF Shrink Sleeve- 34 - 35 • Protective/thermal sleeving
• Identification products
Thermal Protection Lay-Flat PVC • Insulation Materials
XGR 9 • Pipe covers
AGS 10 Self Fusing Tape
ReflectoSleeve 11 369 Tape 36 - 37
12 - 13
Our customer list is extensive and we supply our products worldwide.
Ara-Braid X
Here are just a few of our happy customers.
L124 14 Silicone Profiles
SCGK 15 Silicone Extruded Profiles 38
SIGB 16 Symel Sleeving 39
SCGB 17 Symel Sponge 40 - 41
Thermal Exhaust Sleeve 18 Silicone Compound 42

Heat Shrink
Shrink Wrap 19
Deray H 20 - 21
Deray I 3000 22 - 23
Deray IAKT 3X 24 - 25
We also manufacture a diverse range of customer specific products,
however if you cannot find a product to suit your requirements, please
Mechanical Abrasion Protection contact us and we will endeavour to offer a solution.
Twist It GP 26
Sleeve It 22 FR 27
Sleeve It EP 22 28 - 29
Sleeve It EP 22 UL 30 - 31
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Protective Sleeving

Fire Sleeve Standard Available Sizes Characteristics Result

Nominal inside diameter (mm)
Red Oxide Silicone Coated Glass
Fibre Sleeving 6, 10, 12, 16 Effect of heat Will not burn. Retains 75%
tensile at 340°C
Fire Sleeve is manufactured from
‘E’ glass fibre yarn knitted to form a 20, 22, 25, 28 Effects of acids & alkalis Resistance to acids are
sleeve and coated with high-grade fair. Resistance to alkalis
silicone elastomer rubber. This is a are good
very flexible sleeving designed to 32, 35, 38, 41, 44 Silicone rubber Durometer, 35/45 Shore
protect wires, cables, and hoses Shore A. Aged 240hrs at
from high ambient temperatures. It 200°C
will offer continuous protection at an
51
operating temperature of 260°C and
can withstand a molten metal splash 57 Dielectric Strength 30kV+
at 1200°C. 63
70, 76 Tensile Strength 400,000 - 500,000 psi
Standard format Technical Information 83 Elastic Recovery 100%
Inside diameter: 6mm to 127mm Wall thickness: 4mm +/- 0.5mm
Method of supply: 15m coils Average Dielectric Strength: 30kV + 89

95 Specific Gravity 2.54 - 2.69 kg/m3

Features 102
• High Flexibility 114 Effect of bleaches and Unaffected
• Continuous protection at an operating temperature of 260°C solvent
• Ability to withstand a molten metal splash at 1200°C
127
• High resistant to most oils, hydraulic fluids, fuels, acids and alkalis
• When exposed to flame the high grade rubber will form a protective SiO2
layer Other diameters
• Health & Safety - Provides personnel with protection against burns from Velcro fasten versions (for retro fit) or larger inside diameter sleeves with Velcro
hot hoses, steam lines etc. and/or turnbuckle fastenings can be produced to order. These are available up
• Helps to reduce energy loss by retaining heat within pipe work to 300mm inside diameter.
• Excellent flame resistance
• Good abrasion resistance
Colour
Red Oxide

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Flexguard Firesleeve Fire-Fabric 3250

Flexguard Firesleeve is a high Fire Fabric 3250 is specially woven
abrasion strength and heat resistance giving it high strength and high insulating
woven ballistic Nylon® which protects properties. This super heavy-weight
personnel against hose spray-out flexible fiberglass fabric is coated and
failures. Flexguard Firesleeve stays impregnated on one side with a thick
intact at the highest operating layer of specially compounded red, liquid
temperature possible for any Nylon® silicone rubber. Fire Fabric 3250 is
abrasion fire sleeve treated with our designed to provide excellent protection
proprietary heat and flame resistant in the most severe industrial applications.
coating technology.
The silicone rubber coating is completely Fire Fabric 3250 can be supplied in
impervious to water, moisture, hydraulic short cut lengths, customs shapes, or as
Standard format oils. When exposed to high temperatures fabricated curtains with grommets.
Inside diameter: from 12mm up to 88mm. or molten splash for extended periods,
Method of supply: 50m coil the coating transforms into a silica
refractory crust.
Colour
Black Continuous Operating Temperature 260°C
(Available in other colours by special order).
Max short term exposure 1650°C

Molten splash resistance Outstanding

Continuous Operating Temperature 126°C (260°F)
Weld Spatter Resistance Outstanding
Max short term exposure 232°C (450°F)
Flame Resistance Outstanding
Molten splash resistance Not recommended
Abrasion Resistance Outstanding
Flame resistance Good
Flexibility Very Good
Abrasion resistance Outstanding
Water and Oil Resistance Very Good
Flexibility Outstanding
Nominal Weight 3250 g/m²
Water and oil resistance Good
Nominal Thickness 3.68mm (0.145”)

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Copper Clad XGR

PVC Pipe Covers Rated at 90°C Sleeve It XGR is based on a unique
Copper-Clad are a range of PVC snap- glass braid construction that permits
on pipe covers for use in domestic up to 300% expansion of the internal
and industrial installations. We supply bore. Sleeve It XGR is constructed
a range of popular sizes in 1 metre from braided E glass yarn with a
lengths. tough hard resin to impart increased
abrasion resistance.
Electrical Performance
300kV/cm Colour
Available in black or natural

Features
• Standard colours are White
and Chrome - others available Features Reference Nominal Maximum
• Fast, easy installation • Resistance to Relaxed Expanded
• Attractive, easy wipe down abrasion Bore (mm) Bore (mm)
finish • Range 2 - 50mm
No 1 20.0 50.0
• No need to paint pipes • Operational
• 10mm - 35mm diameter temperature -20°C No 2 15.0 38.0
• Can be printed for to 220°C No 3 10.0 30.0
identification and logos • Maximum
No 4 8.0 25.0
• Suitable for hot and cold temperature 450°C
supply • 500v electrical No 5 6.0 18.0
strength (@ 20°C No 6 3.0 9.0
not expanded) 2.0
No 7 6.0
• Hot splash resistant

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Sleeve It AGS Reflectosleeve

Sleeve It AGS is manufactured from Reflectosleeve is a range of highly
braided ‘E’ glass yarn coated with reflective, woven glass fibre reinforced
formulated acrylic resins applied sleevings for use in protecting
as an aqueous solution and hence components from both radiant and
the manufacturing process has no conductive heat sources. The outer
significant environmental hazard. aluminium maintains a highly reflective
The acrylic coated sleevings are finish with the inner layer of woven
characterised by excellent flexibility glass fibre offering significant thermal
with high abrasion resistance and insulation.
mechanical strength. The AGS range
is capable of continuous performance Reflectosleeve coverings are
at Class F (155°C) and short term constructed of a woven E glass fabric
exposure up to 200°C. with aluminium foil laminated to its outer surface utilising a resilient high
temperature adhesive. The sleeve is formed by folding the material and sewing
Features the edge with an Aramid or Fibre-glass thread. To minimise fraying the glass
• Resistance to abrasion fabric is treated with a suitable high temperature resin.
• Range 0.5 - 25.0mm
• Operation Temperature -20˚C to 155˚C Reflectosleeve is a low profile, easy to apply solution for the component it
• Maximum Temperature 200˚C protects. It offers superior thermal protection to components, especially in the
• 1.0kV - 4.0kV electrical strength (at 20˚C) Automotive Industry, where they are in close proximity to engines and
exhaust systems.
AGS 942 AGS 942A AGS 944
Electrical Strength at 2.5kV for 1 min 1.0kV for 1 min 4.0kV for 1 min
Typically used to cover/protect Features
20°C
• Engine wire harnesses • Working temperature 200°C
Thermal Class F (155°C) Class F (155°C) Class F (155°C) • Hoses and tubing • Flexible
Classification • A/C line • Fluid and chemical resistant
Max. Short Term 200°C 200°C 200°C • Hydraulic and fuel lines • Easy Installation
Temperature • Control cables
Bore Size Available 0.5 - 25.0mm 0.5 - 25.0mm 1.0 - 25.0mm
Standards Applicable
IEC 684-3-404 684-3-404 684-3-403
NEMA VS-1 Type 6 - Grade C1 Type 6 - Grade C1 Type 6 - Grade C1
Supply Parameters Reels or cut to length Reels or cut to length Reels or cut to length

Colours Available Various Various Black or yellow

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Ara - Braid X Features

• 1: 3 expansion ratio
Ara-Braid X is manufactured by • Thin Wall
braiding Nomex™ Yarn to produce • Lightweight
a thin walled highly expandable • Self-extinguishing
structure. The ready ‘concertina’ • Excellent abrasion protection
action of the sleeve will expand the • Low temperature flexibility to -60°C
bore and thus assisting fitting over
complex shapes. Operating Temperature
-60°C to +240°C
Ara-Braid X is light weight, flexible and
non-flammable, it will perform without
deterioration in the most diverse and Property Test Method Result
demanding environments. It is also oil Working Temperature 60°C to + 240°C
and water repellent and offers excellent resistance to gamma and x-rays. continuous
Up to + 310°C short term
Ara-Braid X is designed for the protection of wires and cable bundles against
flame, high temperatures and mechanical abrasion. It is used on a variety Carbonisation Above + 370°C Does not melt
of applications in the military, railway, marine, aeronautical and electrical Bending Strength 50,000 bending Pass
equipment industries. Cycles at +180°C
Flame Resistance UL224 VW-1
Standard colour
Olive Green Flame Resistance UL94 Base material classified VO
FAR 25 AMDT.25-72 Pass

Description Nominal Recommended Standard Fluid Resistance EN6059 Part 303

Diameter Diameter Range Packaging Fuel: JP5 (NATO F44) Pass
Min Max
Hydraulic Fluid Pass
Ara-Braid X - 4 4mm 1.5mm 4.5mm 100M
Skydrol 500B4 & L D4 Pass
Ara-Braid X - 6 6mm 3.5mm 10.5mm 100M
Mineral Oil: Mil-L 787OA Pass
Ara-Braid X - 8 8mm 4mm 13mm 100M
Synthetic Oil: Mil-L 23699 Pass
Ara-Braid X - 10 10mm 7mm 17mm 100M
Cleaning Fluid Pass
Ara-Braid X - 15 15mm 10mm 20mm 100M
De-Icing Fluid: MIL-A 8243 Pass
Ara-Braid X - 20 20mm 12mm 25mm 100M
Humidity Resistance 100h at 150°C in air Retains 70% of original
saturated with water tensile strength
Other sizes are available on request.
vapour
Note: Longitudinal shrinkage should be taken into account when utilising the expansion properties
of the sleeve.

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Sleeve It L124 SCGK

Sleeve It L124 is manufactured by Sleeve It SCGK is a high temperature
braiding ‘E’ Glass yarn. The sleeving is insulating sleeve offering excellent
uncoated but has been subjected to a thermal and electrical properties for
heat process to caramelise the glass the protection of cables and hoses in
yarn size, induce braid roundness hostile environments.
and some interyarn bonding. The heat
treatment also reduces the fray of the The Sleeve is available in several
sleeving when cut. grades depending on specific
requirements.
SCGK sleeving will retain flexibility
Range: 0.5 - 25.0mm from -60°C to 250°C and will operate
Operational temperature: -20°C to 220°C continuously at 180°C. The SCGK
Maximum temperature: 600°C range of sleeving is classed as
self-extinguishing.
Features
• Resistance to abrasion Substrate: Glass Knit Electrical
• Hot splash resistant Coating: Silicone Product Range (mm) Strength
• Available in natural Thermal Class: H kV for 1 min
Flammability: Self Extinguishing S300 1 - 25 2
Sizes Available Max. Short Term Temp: 250°C
• Bore Size 0.5 - 1.5mm : Reel Size 500mtrs S350 1 - 25 4
• Bore Size 2.0 - 3.5mm : Reel Size 250mtrs Sizes Available S375 4 - 20 10
• Bore Size 4.0 - 8mm : Reel Size 100mtrs 1 - 3.5mm 250m S360 1 - 25 4
• Bore Size >9.0mm : Reel Size 50mtrs 4 - 8mm 100m
S367 1 - 25 6
9 - 25mm 50m
S320 1 - 25 1
Colours available S350 1 - 25 4
Black (other available dependant on
quality)

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SIGB SCGB
Sleeve It SCGB is a high temperature
Glass fibre braided sleeving lightly
insulating sleeve offering excellent
impregnated silicone resin.
thermal and electrical properties for
the protection of cables and hoses in
Sizes
hostile environments.
Manufactured diameters: 0.5 to 30 mm
Standard colour: Light brown (Natural)
The Sleeve is available in several
Standard packaging Coils grades depending on specific
Diameter: 0.5 to 4mm: 200m requirements. SCGB sleeving will
Diameter: 5 to 12mm: 100m retain flexibility from -60°C to 250°C
Diameter: 14 to 20mm: 50m and will operate continuously at
Diameter: 22 to 30mm: 25m 180°C. The SCGB range of sleeving is
classed as self-extinguishing.

Features
• Temperature class: CLASS C Substrate: Glass Braided Electrical
• Continuous working temperature: From - 60°C to + 350°C. Peak to + Coating: Silicone Product Range (mm) Strength
400°C (a few hours) Thermal Class: H kV for 1 min
• Dielectric strength: 1 kV Flammability: Self Extinguishing S500 1 - 25 2
• Flammability: Non flammable Max. Short Term Temp: 250°C S550 1 - 25 4
• Good mechanical resistance
• Good resistance to UV S575 4 - 20 10
Sizes Available
• Resistance to transformer oils according to UTEC 93641 S567 1 - 25 4
1 - 3.5mm 250m
• Good compatibility with class C impregnation varnishes
4 - 8mm 100m S560 2 - 22 6
• Good performance with soldering iron
9 - 25mm 50m
• Good performance with liquid combustibles, no decomposition S520 3 - 12 1
• Flexible
• Non-watertight
Colours available
Black (other available dependant on quality)

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Protective Sleeving > Thermal Protection Protective Sleeving > Heat Shrink

Thermal Exhaust Sleeve Shrink Wrap

Sleeve It Thermal Exhaust Sleeve Heatshrink wraparound sleeving
is manufactured from Basalt fibre is manufactured from cross-linked
yarn knitted to form a sleeve which polyolefin. The hot melt adhesive inner
provides excellent thermal protection. lining melts during shrinking to form a
The sleeve possesses outstanding permanent seal.
characteristics making it ideal for use
on vehicle exhaust systems. Packaging
1 pcs
Typical applications include heavy
goods vehicles, buses, and certain
automotive applications. It can also be Product Dimensions (mm) Lengths Available
used for high temperature Industrial
D (max) D (min) Shrink Ratio
applications over pipe-work and to protect hoses and cables etc.
RM 122/38 122 38 3 250, 500, 750, 1000, 1500
RM 160/55 160 55 3 250, 500, 750, 1000, 1500
Features
• Highly conformable/expandable – allowing ease of assembly over RM 210/55 210 55 3 250, 500, 750, 1000, 1500
awkward shapes
• Continuous thermal protection up to 750ºC
• Thick single wall construction provides optimal coverage and will not
snag on exhaust welds etc.
• Highly resistant to most oils, hydraulic fluids, fuels, acids and alkalis, and
moisture
• When installed, the thermal exhaust sleeve is designed to help keep
exhaust gases as hot as possible as they flow through the exhaust to
catalytic converters - this increases burn efficiency and helps to reduce
emissions
• Because of its insulation properties, the sleeve will also provide
protection to sensitive electrical wiring and components running close to
the exhaust system
• Good abrasion resistance
• Nominal wall thickness 4mm

Availability
Currently available in 102mm inside diameter
Other sizes can be developed subject to potential volumes
Can be supplied in boxes of up to 30m in length, or cut to length
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Property Test Method Typical Performance

Deray H ASTM D-638, MIL-I-23053 Min 1.1kgf/mm2
Tensile Strength
Flexible thin wall, multi purpose
Elongation ASTM D-638, MIL-I-23053 200% min
polyolefin heat shrink tubing, designed
for electrical, automotive, industrial and Secant Modulus ASTM D-882 max 173Mpa
pipe applications requiring electrical
and/or mechanical insulation. Specific Gravity ASTM D-792, IS0 R1183 1.3 (colours) 0.95 (clear)

Restricted Shrinkage ASTM D-2671 No cracking

Features
• -55°C to +135°C Operating Temp Elongation after Heat Aging ASTM D-638, MIL-I-23053 Min 100%
• Shrink Temperature 90°C • Flame Retardant; UL VW-1 (168hrs at 175°C)
• 2:1 minimum Shrink Ratio • Good Fluid Resistance
• MIL UL CSA • Excellent Electrical Insulation Heat Shock (4hrs @ 250°C) MIL-I-23053 Pass
• Flexible • Radiation Cross Linked
Low Temp Flexibility (4hrs at MIL-I-23053 No cracking
-55°C)
Recovered
Expanded Internal Wall Standard Colours Flammability UL224 Flame retardant (except clear)
Internal Diameter Diameter Thickness Lengths Black, Green, Clear,
Min (mm) Max (min) Min (mm) (m) Red, Yellow, Blue,
1.2 0.6 0.40 200 White, Grey, Brown
1.6 0.8 0.40 200 Electrical
2.4 1.2 0.50 200 Printability Property Test Method Typical Performance
3.2 0.50 200 Hot Stamp: V Good
1.6 Dielectric Strength ASTM D-2671 min 19.7kV/mm
4.8 2.4 0.50 100 Ink Jet: Good
Volume Resistivity ASTM D-876 min 1015 Ω x cm
6.4 3.2 0.60 100 Offset: Good
9.6 4.8 0.60 100
12.7 6.4 0.60 50
16.0 8.0 0.60 50 Chemical
19.1 9.5 0.80 50 Property Test Method Typical Performance
25.4 12.7 0.90 50 Fluid Resistance MIL-1-23053 Good - Excellent
32.0 15.9 0.90 50 Copper Corrosion MIL-I-23053 Non-corrosive
38.1 19.0 1.00 50
Flammability (VW-1) UL224 Pass
50.8 25.4 1.10 30
Fungus Resistance ASTM G-21 No growth
76.2 38.1 1.30 30
101.6 50.8 1.40 30

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Property Test Method Typical Performance
Deray I3000 ASTM D-638, MIL-I-23053 Min 1.1kgf/mm2
Tensile Strength
Flexible thin wall, multi purpose
Elongation ASTM D-638, MIL-I-23053 200% min
polyolefin heat shrink tubing, designed
for electrical, automotive, industrial and Secant Modulus ASTM D-882 max 173Mpa
pipe applications requiring electrical
and/or mechanical insulation. Specific Gravity ASTM D-792, IS0 R1183 1.3 (colours) 0.95 (clear)

Restricted Shrinkage ASTM D-2671 No cracking

Features
• -55°C to +135°C Operating Temp Elongation after Heat Aging ASTM D-638, MIL-I-23053 Min 100%
• Shrink Temperature 90°C (168hrs at 175°C)
• 3:1 minimum Shrink Ratio
• MIL UL CSA Heat Shock (4hrs @ 250°C) MIL-I-23053 Pass
• Flexible
• Flame Retardant; UL VW-1 Low Temp Flexibility (4hrs at MIL-I-23053 No cracking
Colours -55°C)
• Good Fluid Resistance Black, Green, Clear, Red, Yellow, Blue,
• Excellent Electrical Insulation White, Grey, Brown Flammability UL224 Flame retardant (except clear)
• Radiation Cross Linked

Recovered
Expanded Internal Wall Standard Electrical
Diameter Lengths Printability
Internal Diameter Thickness Property Test Method Typical Performance
Min (mm) Max (min) Min (mm) (m) Hot Stamp: V Good
Dielectric Strength ASTM D-2671 min 19.7kV/mm
1.5 0.5 0.40 200 Ink Jet: Good
Volume Resistivity ASTM D-876 min 1015 Ω x cm
3.0 1.0 0.50 200 Offset: Good
4.5 1.5 0.54 200
6.0 2.0 0.59 200
9.0 3.0 0.68 100
Chemical
12.0 4.0 0.68 100
Property Test Method Typical Performance
18.0 6.0 0.77 100
Fluid Resistance MIL-1-23053 Good - Excellent
24.0 8.0 0.90 50
Copper Corrosion MIL-I-23053 Non-corrosive
38.0 13.0 1.04 50
Flammability (VW-1) UL224 Pass
Fungus Resistance ASTM G-21 No growth

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Property Test Method Typical Performance
Deray IAKT 3X Tensile Strength IEC 60684-2 15.0 Mpa

Thin Wall Adhesive Lined Radiation Elongation IEC 60684-2 400%

Cross linked Polyolefin. IAKT is a
Longitudinal Change ASTM D-2671 -15% max
heat shrink tubing which is ideal for
effective moisture resistant insulation. 2% Secant Modulus ASTM D-2671 16,000psi (110Mpa)

Continuous Operating Temperature Specific Gravity ASTM D-792, ISO R1183 1.25 g/cm3
-55°C to 110°C
Heat Resistant Properties MIL-DTL-23053/4 No cracking or flowing of
(16hrs @ 175°C) outer wall
Shrink Temperature
95°C Heat Shock ASTM D-2671 No cracking or flowing of
outer wall
Recovered ASTM D-2671
Low Temp Flexibility (4hrs No cracking
Expanded Internal Wall Standard Colours @ -55°C)
Internal Diameter Diameter Thickness Lengths Black, Clear
Min (mm) Max (min) (m) Flammability ASTM D-876 Flame retardant jacket
Min (mm)
3.0 1.0 1.0 1.22
4.5 1.5 1.1 1.22 Printability
6.0 2.0 1.2 1.22 Hot Stamp: V Good
Electrical
9.0 3.0 1.4 1.22 Ink Jet: Good
Property Test Method Typical Performance
12.0 4.0 1.7 1.22 Offset: Good
Dielectric Strength VDE 0303 Part 2 22kV/mm
19.0 6.0 2.1 1.22
8.0 2.4 1.22
Volume Resistivity VDE 0303 Part 3 min 1014 Ω x cm
24.0
40.0 13.0 2.4 1.22

Chemical
Features Property Test Method Typical Performance
• Flexible Corrosive Action ASTM D-2671 Non Corrosive
• Flame Retardant (jacket/black only)
Copper Compatibility ASTM D-2671 No corrosion
• Resistant to common fluids
• IP68 sealing Water Absorption VDE 0472 0.15%
• 3:1 Shrink Ratio Fungus Resistance ASTM G-21 No growth

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Twist It GP Sleeve It EP22 FR

Twist It GP is a woven PET EP22 FR is an expandable close
wraparound sleeve designed for weave sleeving produced from
protecting wire harnesses and cables. braided polybutylene terephthalate
The ‘spring wrap’ action enables monofilaments. The yarn is treated
application after termination of wires with a non-burning agent. The special
and cables. Installation is efficient braid construction permits the
and breakouts are quickly produced sleeving bore to be expanded up to
during harnesses building. 300% and a particular feature is the
retention of roundness.

EP22 FR is flame retardant and will

operate at temperatures within the range -50°C to +150°C.
Specific Gravity ISO R1183 1.38g/cm3
It also has excellent resistance to damage by mechanical abrasion and
Tensile Stress 650N/mm2 repeated flexing. The monofilaments will resist attack by salt water, oils and
Tenacity 5.3g/d most common fuels and solvents.

Elongation 20%
Operating Temperature Range -50°C to 150°C + Typical applications Available Min/max bundle Standard
• Cable management Sizes diameter (mm) Package (m)
Melt Temperature 275°C
(Audio/Video) 103 2.4 / 6.4 250
Low Temperature Flexibility ASTM D 2671 No cracking/crazing • Automotive; Hydraulic 104 2.0 / 7.0 250
(4h at -55°C) hoses, tubing and
105 3.0 / 9.0 250
wiring harnesses
Shrinkage Water 100°C 2 - 4% 106 3.2 / 9.5 250

Air 200°C 24 - 28% Features 108 5.0 / 12.0 150

• Flame retardant 110 5.7 / 16.0 150
• Flexible/expandable 112 6.4 / 19.0 150
Features Sizes • Easy installation 116 8.0 / 23.0 100
• Flexible • 5mm x 50m Coil
120 13.0 / 32.0 100
• Wraparound - Side Entry • 9mm x 50m Coil Standard Sizes
125 18.0 / 34.0 50
• Zero Halogen • 13mm x 50m Coil From 2.4mm – 76mm
• High Resistance to abrasion • 18mm x 50m Coil 132 19.0 / 45.0 50
internal diameters
• Range 2 - 30mm • 25mm x 25m Coil 140 25.0 / 60.0 50
• Operation temperature -50°C to • 35mm x 25m Coil Colours available 145 32.0 / 70.0 50
150°C • 50mm x 25m Coil Black (with Grey tracer) 150 38.0 / 76.0 50
Grey (with Black tracer)
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Sleeve It EP 22 Sleeve It EP 22 is self-extinguishing due to its braided construction and low

toxicity during combustion making it ideal for use in public areas or near
A proven solution for protecting, sensitive electronic equipment.
strengthening, bundling, wires, cables
and flexible pipe systems. Sleeve It A proven solution for protecting, strengthening, bundling, wires, cables and
EP 22 expandable braided sleeving flexible pipe systems. Sleeve It EP 22 expandable braided sleeving is made of
is made of lightweight 0.22mm, but lightweight 0.22mm, but tough polyester monofilaments of the highest quality
tough polyester monofilaments of the and tensile properties.
highest quality and tensile properties.
Applications
The push back expansion effect of this Electrical Harnesses, Flexible Technical Hoses, Ripped Pipes
product enables a few sizes to cover
a wide range of applications. Markets
Sleeve It EP 22 readily expands which Automotive, Rail Traction
makes installation efficient even over large diameter transitions and around
bends. Once installed it retracts to conform to the application shape resulting
in a smooth, close fitting sleeve. Nominal Inside Diameter Suggested Construction Packaging
diameter (mm) Range of Use Coils
N° Weight
With continuous working temperature of -50°C to +150°C and a resistance to (mm) Mini Maxi (mm) Yarns g/m (M)
most chemicals, Sleeve It EP 22 can be used in hostile environments and is 3 2 6 1-3 60 3.95 100
suitable for all industries. 4 3 8 1-5 72 4.45 100
5 4 10 2-7 84 5.15 100
Features
6 5 12 3-9 96 5.80 100
• Resistance to abrasion
8 6 14 4 - 11 120 7.70 100
• Range 2 - 50mm
10 8 18 5 - 12 144 9.00 100
• Operational temperature -20°C to 220°C
• Maximum temperature 450°C 12 10 21 7 - 15 168 10.10 50
• 500v electrical strength (@ 20°C not expanded) 15 13 25 8 - 17 192 12.30 50
• Hot splash resistant 20 18 29 10 - 21 216 14.00 25
25 22 36 14 - 25 286 17.20 25
Colour 30 27 45 18 - 32 360 21.60 25
Available in black or natural 40 35 64 20 - 40 480 28.70 25
50 45 75 30 - 55 600 39.60 25
Packing Options
Supplied in standard coils
Reels from bulk to small user mini reels
Mini Boxes
Cut Lengths: Sealed with our special hot knife to stop fraying
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Protective Sleeving > Mechanical Abrasion Protection

Sleeve It EP22 UL Nominal

diameter
Inside Diameter
(mm)
Suggested
Range of Use
Construction Packaging
Coils
N° Weight
Expandable sleeving with flame (mm) Maxi (mm) Yarns g/m (M)
retardant PET Monofilaments. 3 5.00 2 - 4.5 48 3.75 100
4 8.75 3 - 7.5 72 5.29 100
Product Features 5 10 4-9 84 6.87 100
Operating temperature: 50°C to 150°C
6 11.25 5 - 10 96 7.49 100
Flame retardant to UL94 – VO
8 13 7 - 11 120 9.28 100
Zero Halogen and Low smoke toxicity
10 16 8 - 14 144 11.61 50
12 17 9 - 15 168 13.33 50
15 23 12 - 20 192 14.37 50
20 32 17 - 27 256 19.28 25
Monofilament Polyester Polyethylene Terephthalate PETFR - size 0.25mm dia 25 35 20 - 30 288 22.35 25
30 45 25 - 40 384 29.18 25
Melting Point +225°C
40 64 35 - 56 25
480 39.00
Maximum Working Temperature 150°C 50 72 45 - 63 480 45.88 25

Withstand Peaks 200°C

Applications Colour
Minimum Working Temperature -50°C
• Electrical harnesses Black or natural
• Flexible Technical Hoses
Flame Resistance Passes flame requirement UL94-V0 and FMVSS 302
• Rigid pipes
Limiting Oxygen Level 34.7% (Report Available)

Fumes Toxicity Low smoke density, zero Halogen fumes

Chemical Resistance Resistant to most chemical fluids

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Warning Sleeves Warning Sleeves

Easywarn Coiled Pipe Markers

Re-usable easy fit hazard warning.
Coiled Pipe Markers are a polyester
moulded identification strip, which
are used to display information and
can be applied on both interior and
exterior pipework. These Pipe Markers
are screen printed to give a 5-7 year
life span which is superior to digital
print methods. They are extremely
quick and easy to apply. Coiled
Pipe Markers can be made to your
specifications and comply to national
and international legislation.
Standard Pipe Diameters

Features Imperial Metric

• Coiled self locating material 3/4” - 1” 19mm - 25mm
• Keeps secure even on angled
1 1/8” - 2 3/8” 28mm - 60mm
or vertical pipes
• Pipe surface needs no 2 1/2” - 4 1/2” 63mm - 114mm
preparation before applying 4 5/8” - 5 7/8” 117mm - 149mm
marker
6” - 8” 152mm - 203mm
• Perfect for dirty, rusty
or sweating pipes where
conventional markers are
unacceptable
• Coiled pipe markers are
suitable in temperatures from
Features -40°F ,to 160°F
• Easy to install • For larger pipes, plastic straps
• Reusable are used to secure markers in
• Can be supplied with company details place.
• Long life • All Coiled Pipe Markers comply
with National and International
legislation

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Insulation Materials > PVFL Shrink Sleeve Lay-Flat PVC

PVLF Shrink Sleeve Specification References

Lay-Flat PVC Underwriters Lab British Standard Flame Retardant
PVC Tubing 2:1 Ratio UL224 VW1 BS EN 60695-11-10 Yes
Thin wall, low cost material made File No. E129478 (S) :1999 V-O Grade
of PVC that offers excellent
electrical insulation and a low shrink Features
temperature. It is rigid and resists • Operating Temperature Range -40°C to 105°C
most chemicals and oils. Lay-flat PVC • Shrink Temperature 100°C
is available in widths from 7mm to • Excellent Shape Insulation
300mm. • Self Extinguishing
• UL & BS Approvals

Colours available Property Test Method Values

Black, Red, Yellow, White, Blue, Green, Violet, Brown, Clear
Tensile Strength JIS 6723 450 kg/cm2
(other colours available to order)
Ultimate Strength JIS 6723 100%
Specific Gravity ASTM D 1505 1.20 ~ 1.30
Lay Flat Lay Flat Size Ordering Transverse Longitudinal
Size (mm) Tolerance thickness Shrink Ratio Shrink Ratio* Cycle Temperature 300hrs at -40 °C No Cracking
(mm) (mm) (%) (%) List Test ~105°C 300 times Or splitting
7~14 +0.5/-0 0.05~0.10 45+/-5 10+/-5 Low Temperature JIS K 723
15~24 +0.8/-0 0.05~0.15 45+/-5 10+/-5 Impact -15 °C
25~39 +1.0/-0 0.05~0.30 45+/-5 10+/-5 Volume Resistivity SSTM D 2671 Pass
40~54 +1.3/-0 0.05~0.30 45+/-5 10+/-5 Electric Strength JIS C 8430 20kV/mm min
55~74 +1.5/-0 0.05~0.30 45+/-5 10+/-5 Break Down Voltage Thickness 0.07mm 6,000
75~91 +2.0/-0 0.05~0.30 45+/-5 10+/-5 Thickness 0.10mm JIS C 8430 8,000 V
92~149 +3.0/-0 0.05~0.30 45+/-5 10+/-5 Thickness 0.15mm 10,000 V
150~199 +4.0/-0 0.10~0.25 45+/-5 10+/-5 H2O Absorbability within 0.5%
200~249 +6.0/-0 0.10~0.20 45+/-5 10+/-5 Abstraction within 0.5%
250~300 +8.0/-0 0.10~0.15 45+/-5 10+/-5 Immersion Test 10% NaCl Solution KM M 3406 within +/- 0.5%
* this is a guide for tolerance only 30% H2SO4 Solution within +/- 0.5%
40% HNO Solution
3
within +/- 0.5%
40% NaOH within +/- 0.5%

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Self Fusing Tape Technical information
Thermal stability : 180 °C
Short term maximum temperature : 260°C
369 Tape Self-adhesive bond : Forms within 24 Hours
Self-fusing tape is made of special
Relation and Compliance to Industry Standards
fully cured silicone rubber compound
A-A-59163: Which supercedes MIL-I-46852C
that fuses to itself forming a permanent
CPSIA: Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act
bond. Whether you call it fusible
PROP 65: The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986
tape, self-fusing, self-vulcanising, self
Class H Insulator: National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
amalgamating tape or just silicone tape,
RoHS: Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2022/95/EC
this product is amazingly useful.
REACH: Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals
(EU Regulation)
This tape is ideal for electrical insulation, moisture protection, and high or low
Flammability Testing: Per CPSC’s ASTM F963-08
temperature applications. Since there is no adhesive, no residue remains when
the tape is removed. This silicone tape is the perfect alternative to adhesive
electrical tape, duct tape, and heat shrink tape for many applications. Typical Properties Test Method Performance
Operating Temp Ranges:
Standard Formats Continuous -45°C to 200°C
Sleeve It 369 tape is stocked as 25mm wide tape, the cross section of the tape
Intermittent -65°C to 260°C
is triangular for a smooth appearance when applied. The tape is offered in 11m
rolls. Other formats and colours are available Specific Gravity ASTM D792 1.2 .03

What’s it used for? Hardness, Durometer, Shore A ASTM D2240

• Harness wrapping and wire bundling for high temperature applications Room Cured - 24 hr 55±5
• Insulation of field armature and interpole coils in large motors Tensile Strength ASTM D412 700 psi min
• Insulation and sealing of electrical connectors
• Masking tape in powder coating Elongation ASTM D412 300% min
• High temperature sealing tape Tear Strength ASTM D624, Die B 60ppi min
Bond Strength MIL-I-46852 2 lbs. min
Tape Tape Roll
Thickness Width Length Adhesion, unwind ASTM D2148 3 in. min
(mm) (mm) (m) Colours Cold Brittle Point ASTM D2137 -54°C
0.5 25.4 3 Black, blue, bright red, clear, grey, Water Absorption by weight Fed. Std. 601, Meth. 6251 5% max
green, orange, red, white, yellow
Dielectric Strength ASTM D149 400Vpm min
0.5 25.4 11 Black, red Dielectric Constant, 1kH3 ASTM D150 2.95
0.5 38.1 3 Black, red Dissipation Factor 1kH3 ASTM D150 <0.0004
0.5 38.1 11 Black, red Vol. Resistivity ASTM D257 1X1013 OHMS/cm min
0.5 50.8 11 Black, red, clear Dielectric Strength ASTM D149 400Vpm min
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Silicone Profiles Silicone Profiles

Silicone Extruded Profiles Symel Sleeving

Sleeve It manufacture customer Sleeve It Symel is an extruded silicone
specific silicone profiles. Particular elastomer sleeve. It can be supplied
attention to detail plays a vital role in a range of colours and sizes to suit
in the manufacture of our silicone your application.
extrusions. Various applications
demand different tolerance control Sleeve It Symel is used in many
and specific performance from the applications including the insulation
extrudates. of lead-outs and connections in
transformers and coils employing fine
Sleeve It takes a keen interest in the gauge winding wire.
intended use of products to ensure
that they are always suitable in terms Symel is also used to insulate carbon brushes and thyristor connections. Sleeve
of dimensional stability, shore hardness, accuracy and that the most suitable It Symel can be supplied in reels, hanks or cut to length.
compounds are used.
Sizes
An almost infinite range of sections and profiles are available in all the usual Bore Size: 0.5 - 125mm
grades of silicones i.e. food grades, flame retardant, high and low temperature Wall Sizes: From 0.2mm
and steam resistant grades etc..
Features
• Flexible
Shore Hardness 30°C - 80°C • Resistance to soldering
• Operating Temperature -60°C to 250°C
Operating Temperature -60°C - 250°C
Thermal Classification Class H (180°C)
Colours Any colour available
Maximum Short Term Temperature 250°C

Bore Sizes 0.5 - 125mm

Wall Thickness From 0.2mm

Electrical Strength 1.0kV per 0.1mm wall

thickness

Shore Hardness 30°C - 80°C

Colours Any colour available

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Silicone Profiles

Symel Sponge Properties

• Excellent moisture resistance.
• Excellent temperature resistance
Symel Sponge is our range of expanded
(-50°C up to +250°C)
silicone sponge that has a closed cell
• Resistance to UV/oxidation.
structure with a smooth outer wall.

It offers excellent thermal stability to Sizes

withstand the extremes of temperature From our standard range we can produce sizes from 2.0mm to 100mm and the
from -50°C up to 250°C, resistance to majority of our range (up to 70mm diameter) can be produced to the tightest
UV and Ozone and also an excellent ISO 3302 high precision tolerance.
compression set of 15% typical.
We have an enviable level of experience and track record at providing custom
densities and can produce practically any shape that you require.
This makes the product particularly suited to demanding temperature
applications that require a soft compressible material and is company used in Size Tolerance ISO 3302-1: 1996
environmental shields, electrical and automotive gaskets across a variety Standard High Precision
of markets. E2 E1

Symel is also used to insulate carbon brushes and thyristor connections. 1 to 1.5mm +/- 0.25 +/- 0.15
Sleeve It Symel can be supplied in reels, hanks or cut to length. >1.5 to 2.5mm +/- 0.35 +/- 0.20
>2.4 to 4.0mm +/- 0.40 +/- 0.25
Density >4.0 to 6.3mm +/- 0.50 +/- 0.35
Silicone Sponge is available in four standard densities;
>6.3 to 10.0mm +/- 0.70 +/- 0.40
• P10 soft
• P16 medium >10.0 to 16.0mm +/- 0.80 +/- 0.50
• P24 firm >16.0 to 25.0mm +/- 1.00 +/- 0.70
• P33 extra firm As part of our Premium Service we can additionally offer
>25.0 to 40.0mm +/- 1.30 +/- 0.80
tailored grades and densities on request
>40.0 to 63.0mm +/- 1.60 +/- 1.00
Options >63.0 to 70.0mm +/- 2.00 +/- 1.30
• Our product can be provided on spools
>70.0 to 80.0mm +/- 2.00
• We can produce in a range of standard colours and also offer a colour
matching service >80.0 to 100.0mm +/- 3.00
• We can also provide self adhesive backing and fabric finishes to our
products Please note our information is based on lab tested samples.
Technical data is provided in good faith, but without warranty.
End users should check to ensure our products are suitable for their intended use.

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Silicone Profiles

Silicone Compound Sleeve It Limited

Sleeve it Ltd offer a mixing service For further information on any of the products we stock, or to place an order,
of Silicone compounds that can be please contact us using the information below.
supplied in sheet form for use in
manufacture of composite structures.
We can offer any quantity you Syke Mill
Tel: +44 (0)1254 694733
require; pre-catalysed with peroxide Belthorn Road
Fax: +44 (0)1254 691521
or Platinum catalyst. Any colour and Belthorn
most grades available ex stock. Blackburn
Lancashire [email protected]
Specially formulated uncured silicone
BB1 2NN www.sleeveit.co.uk
sheet for use as an intensifier in
composite manufacture. Material will
significantly increase mould pressure resulting in improved consolidation of end
component. The material is supplied in sheet form and is available in a range of
thickness’s, colours and hardness.

Type: Mixed silicone compound

Colours: White, Transparent, Translucent Green (high temp)

Grade Standard Grade High Temperature

Continuous Operating Temp °C 180 230

Max Short Term Temp °C 250 290

Tensile Strength (cured) N/mm2 10 10

Elongation to break (cured) % 425 425

Tear Strength (cured) N/mm 20 20

Standard Shore Hardness 60 or 70

Standard Thickness 6mm 6mm

Storage Room Temperature Room Temperature

Shelf life @ Room Temp. 6 months 6 months

Vulcanisation conditions 10 min @ 125°C 10 min @ 125°C

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