PET Woven Expandable Braided Sleeving — Black & Orange, 4mm–100mm ID, 1m / 5m

Measure the outer diameter of your bundled cables, then select a sleeving size that is typically 20–30% larger. This allows easy insertion while ensuring the braid contracts snugly around the bundle. For example, a 10mm (3/8") bundle generally pairs well with 12mm or 16mm sleeving. If your bundle diameter varies along its length, size to the largest point.

PET expandable braided sleeving can generally expand to roughly 1.5–2x its nominal inner diameter and contract to approximately 50% of it. This range lets a single sleeve accommodate varying bundle thicknesses along one run without bunching or gaps.

In most cases, yes. PET braided sleeving resists moisture, mild UV exposure, and abrasion, making it a practical choice for automotive engine bays, outdoor cable runs, and marine wiring harnesses. For extreme heat zones — such as areas directly adjacent to exhaust components — verify the operating temperature of your specific installation before use.

PET woven sleeving typically handles continuous operating temperatures from approximately -50°C to +150°C (-58°F to +302°F). If your application involves sustained temperatures near or above this range, contact us to confirm suitability before ordering.

PET braided sleeving can fray at cut ends. To prevent this, use a hot knife or briefly apply a lighter flame to the cut end to melt and seal the fibers. Alternatively, wrap the cut point with a layer of electrical tape before cutting, then remove the tape after the cut is made.

Yes — that's the primary use case. Bundle your cables together first, then compress the sleeve lengthwise to open the weave, feed the bundle through from one end, and release. The braid will contract around the bundle. Secure the ends with cable ties, heat-shrink end caps, or a wrap of electrical tape.

Both colors use identical PET woven construction and offer the same performance characteristics. Black is the standard choice for automotive and electronics builds where a clean, low-visibility finish is preferred. Orange is commonly used for high-visibility EV battery cable sleeving, safety wiring, and any application where quick visual identification of a specific cable run is important.

No special tools are required. Compress the sleeve lengthwise to open the weave, slide it over your wire bundle from one end, then release. The self-closing braid wraps around the cables automatically. Finish the ends with cable ties, heat-shrink end caps, or electrical tape to keep the sleeve in place.