F6F0.25TB - Flexo® F6 FR - 1/4" - Black w/ White Tracer - 10 ft cuts

Techflex® Flexo F6® FR Braided Sleeving

Flame spread is a vital safety consideration in applications as diverse as home built aircraft wiring and safely managing sound & lighting cables at clubs, concerts and theaters. To address these issues, and to provide unequaled flexibility and access, we have developed this unique sleeving product. Self-extinguishing F6® fully complies with UL standard VW-1. The addition of an organic flame inhibitor to our triaxially braided F6® split sleeving provides the perfect solution to a wide range of cable management needs. Easy slip over installation, complete access along the entire run, economy, durability and UL certified flame retardance make F6® ideal when the goal is to manage wires and cables safely and effectively. F6® Flame Retardant is available in Black with a White tracer identifying it as flame retardant.

MELT TEMP: 482°F/250°C

OPERATING TEMP: -94°F to 257°F (-70°C to 125°C)

COLOR OPTIONS: Black

SLEEVING CATEGORY: Advanced Engineering

RECOMMENDED CUTTING TOOL: Hot Knife

What Are The Benefits of Using A Split Braid?

Flexo F6® is a unique split, semi-rigid side entry braided sleeve (also referred to as split loom or wrap around sleeve). F6® offers the standard protective qualities of braided sleeving with some added benefits including:

Easy Installation: Split braided sleeving can be installed easily without the need to remove or disconnect any wires or cables. The split design allows the sleeving to be wrapped around the cables, and features a self-closing construction.

Flexibility: The split design allows the sleeving to flex and bend without causing any damage to the wires or cables inside. This makes it ideal for applications where cables need to move, route around corners, or bend frequently.

Organization (& Reorganization): Split loom can bundle multiple cables together for one streamline harness while allowing cables to be added or removed without removing the split sleeving.

What Does ‘Flame Retardant’ Mean?

Flame retardant refers to a substance or material that is designed to resist or delay the ignition and spread of flames. Flame retardants work by interrupting the chemical reactions that occur when a material is exposed to heat or flames. They can prevent or slow down the release of flammable gases, reduce the amount of oxygen available for combustion, or create a protective layer that shields the material from the fire.

Flame Retardant Vs. Non-Flammable

Flame retardant: These materials are designed to resist flames and prevent or slow the spread of fire. These materials are treated with special chemicals that react to heat and flames, creating a barrier that can help protect against fire and reduce the risk of damage or injury.

Non-Flammable: These materials are those that do not burn or ignite at all, even when exposed to heat or flames. These materials may be made from special types of metals or other materials that have a very high melting point or are inherently resistant to fire.

Why Should I Use Braided Sleeving?

We believe sleeving is the best of all worlds when it's time to deal with harnesses, cable snakes and bundles, and we want to convince you that some type of sleeving will be the perfect balance of economy, ease of use and long term usability for your applications. Unlike other products designed for cable management, expandable sleeving is quick and economical to install on applications of virtually any length. In addition, the reduced weight and volume of sleeving is negligible to the overall diameter and weight of the application. The visual appeal of braided sleeving is an important factor as well. Many companies and individuals the world over use Techflex® brand braided sleeving for their wires, hoses, tubes, cords, and more. For professional applications, home installations, and even arts and crafts projects, Techflex® braided sleeving is your best solution!

Tips for Installing & Terminating Braided Sleeving

How To Determine What Diameter Sleeving You Need

Bundle the cords that you’ll be covering and measure the diameter of the bundle. If you want a snug fit, choose a braided sleeving option with a slightly smaller diameter than that of your cables. If you want a loose and flexible fit, choose a braided sleeving option with a diameter that is equal to or slightly larger than that of your cables. Keep in mind that braided sleeving loses 2% to 3% of its length when it expands. Be sure to plan accordingly!

How To Cut Sleeving with a Hot Knife

To ensure a frayless, professional end on any installation, it is recommended that expandable braided sleeving be cut with a hot knife, rope cutter, or similar tool. We offer a wide variety of Hot Knives for different applications, including handheld knives, table knives, and replacement blades. Watch our video on Using A Hot Knife To Cut Braided Expandable Sleeving.

How To Terminate Sleeving with Heatshrink Tubing

Heatshrink Tubing is the ideal way to create a tight, professional finish on any wire, hose or cable management project. Once shrunk, the tubing will hold its reduced state, even at elevated temperatures. This application can be used to protect, color code, brand, or secure ends or sections of braided sleeving. A Heat Gun is required to properly apply heatshrink tubing. You can find a guide to the proper technique for working with heatshrink tubing Here.

How To Install Sleeving with the F6® Tool

This simple plastic tool makes installing long lengths of F6® sleeving a breeze. If you have ever run wiring through split tubing you know that it can be frustrating. Without this tool, the more wires you have, the harder it is. When you have to add a wire, it can really slow you down. With this premium wire loom tool, you can add and remove wires quickly and easily. Simply gather the wires you want into the installation tool and then insert the tool and wires into any split tubing or semi-rigid sleeving like Flexo F6®. Run the tool through the tubing, smooth it out with your hand and you are finished. For more information view our F6® Install Tool Instructions.

Techflex® Sleeving Categories & What They Mean

GENERAL PURPOSE: Suggested for general wire management, bundling, identification and protection applications in home, office, commercial and industrial environments.
HEAVY DUTY: Ideal for use in applications where protection from abrasion damage is a primary concern. These products are built to withstand rugged, challenging environments.
METAL & SHIELDING: Products that not only provide protection and management for wires and cables, but also offer EMI, RFI and ESD protection in a wide range of vulnerable applications.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING: Engineered from specialized polymers, designed to exacting specifications and manufactured to tight tolerances, these premium products are in use in many aerospace, military and biomedical applications.
HIGH TEMPERATURE: Designed for protection in high temperature environments where failure would be catastrophic, these products are state of the art in high temperature material engineering.
SPECIALTY: Highly engineered, application specific products to fulfill our customer's individual and unique product specifications.
ELECTRICAL: Coated fiberglass sleeving options engineered to provide a range of insulation options with up to 15,000volt protection.

How to Choose The Correct Braided Sleeving

A lot of factors go into determining the correct braided sleeving wire protection method for your project. We’ve broken it down to help you narrow your search:

• Operating Temp: Is your wire harness going to be regularly exposed to extreme temperatures or possible flames? The operating temperature of your harness is a critical consideration when choosing sleeving to ensure that the sleeving you select can withstand the intended environment and provide adequate protection.
• Flexibility & Expansion Ratio: Flexibility is an important factor if your wire harness will be snaking around a lot of corners or curves or is frequently moving. Expansion ratio refers to the amount by which the diameter of a braided sleeving can increase when stretched. The expansion ratio of braided sleeving can vary depending on the material it is made of and the construction of the braiding.
• Material: Braided sleeving is available in a wide range of materials to provide different levels of abrasion, UV, and chemical resistance. Material also effects wire harness weight, EMI protection, and flexibility.
• Cutting Tool: Checking the recommended cutting tool for a sleeving product allows you to ensure you have the tools necessary for the job. If using a hot knife is not feasible for you, be sure to look for sleeving options that can be cut fraylessly with scissors.
• Sleeve Vs. Wrap: If you are consistently changing the wires & cables of your harness then a split wrap may be a better option for you than a solid sleeving product to installation is fast & easy.
• Industry & Environment:Techflex® braided sleeving products are organized into categories based on the most common uses of each product. If you work in a specific industry, visiting the corresponding product category may be a fast way to see applicable sleeving options for your project.
• Color choices: Braided sleeving is great for matching, color coding, and to identify wires & cables. If color coding if your goal, make sure the product you are considering offers enough colors for your project.