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    Compare our offering of composites to find the right material for you.

    High-Strength Lightweight Carbon Fiber Round Tubes

    Often used in place of aluminum for structural frames, machinery components, and robotics, these tubes are lighter in weight and almost as rigid. Carbon fiber is known for its use in the aerospace industry where a balance of weight and strength is vital. Thanks to these tubes being lightweight, they reduce wear and stress on motorized parts to extend the life of machinery.
    Plain Matte Round Tubes
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Carbon Fiber. High-Strength Lightweight Carbon Fiber Round Tubes, Matte, Plain.
    Plain matte tubes have fibers that run in one direction, making them strong in the direction of the fibers. They resist bending across the fibers but will splinter and separate like string cheese when bent along the length of the fiber.
    Matte carbon fiber is ready to paint and won’t reflect light, making it ideal for photography applications.
    12" Long
    39" Long
    78" Long
    OD
    OD Tolerance
    ID
    ID Tolerance
    Color
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Fiber Layup
    Orientation
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Fiber Tensile Stiffness
    Impact
    Strength
    Hardness
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Unidirectional Weave
     
    0.041" Thick Wall
    0.472"-0.006" to 0.006"0.39"-0.006" to 0.006"Black1800°120,000 to 175,00033 msi to 36 msi (Standard)Not RatedNot RatedNo2153T1210000002153T860000002153T139000000
     

    Ultra-Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Conduit and Fittings. Ultra-Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings.
    The most flexible conduit we offer. The spiral construction bends, twists, and wraps machine wiring through tight spaces. Pair conduit with compatible fittings to seal out liquid and protect wiring indoors and outdoors. Conduit and fittings are made of PVC or nylon to resist moisture and chemicals.
    Conduit
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Conduit and Fittings. Ultra-Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings, Conduit .
    Run wiring through conduit to route and protect it.
    Per Ft.
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    ID
    OD
    Bend
    Radius
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-99
    100-Up
     
    PVC
    1/4
    		0.39"0.57"1"0 to 155UL Recognized Component
    		5, 10, 25, 50, 1007609K10000000000
     

    Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Conduit and Fittings. Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings.
    Bend, twist, and wrap machine wiring through tight spaces. Corrugated like ENT, this conduit is more resilient against repeated flexing. Pair it with compatible fittings to seal out liquid and protect wiring indoors and outdoors. Conduit and fittings are made of nylon to resist moisture and chemicals.
    Conduit
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Conduit and Fittings. Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings, Conduit .
    Run wiring through conduit to route and protect it.
    Per Ft.
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    ID
    OD
    Bend
    Radius
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Specs. Met
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-99
    100-Up
    Nylon
    5/16
    		0.39"0.51"1"-40 to 245IP68, IP69K
    		UL Recognized Component, UL 94 V-010, 25, 50, 1006959T280000000000
    5/16
    		0.39"0.51"1"-10 to 245IP68, IP69K
    		UL Recognized Component, UL 1696, EN 60204, DIN 5510-2, UL 94 HB10, 25, 50, 1006959T2500000000
     

    EMI-Shielding Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Conduit and Fittings. EMI-Shielding Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings.
    A braided copper cover defends against electromagnetic interference (EMI) that can distort or disrupt signals. Install shielded MPT in areas where motors, generators, and other equipment that emit EMI are running. It has a corrugated nylon core that flexes to make tight bends and is typically used indoors. Pair conduit with nickel-plated brass connectors for a fully shielded run.
    Conduit
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Conduit and Fittings. EMI-Shielding Flexible Plastic (MPT) Conduit and Fittings, Conduit .
    Run wiring through conduit to route and protect it.
    Per Ft.
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Bend
    Radius
    Material
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Specs.
    Met
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-99
    100-Up
     
    Copper Cover
    5/16
    		2"Nylon-40 to 220IP68, IP69K
    		UL 94 HB
    		5, 10, 25, 50, 1009126T110000000000
     

    High-Temperature Electrically Insulating Tube Wire Sleeving

    This sleeving is often used to insulate connections in transformers, relays, and solenoids. It prevents electricity and heat from dissipating from wire and cable. When exposed to flame, it will self-extinguish and produce a nonconductive ash. It’s flame rated VW-1 to meet requirements for preventing the spread of flames based on a timed test with vertically suspended material. Made of silicone-coated fiberglass, it resists chemicals.
    Fiberglass Fabric with Silicone Rubber Coating—For 7,000V AC Maximum Voltage
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Sleeving. High-Temperature Electrically Insulating Tube Wire Sleeving.
    ID
    For Wire
    Dia.
    Wall
    Thk.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Choose a
    Color
    5 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    0.39"3/8"0.03"-65 to 390UL Recognized Component, CSA Certified
    		UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, White7453K39000000000000

    Round Adjustable-Length Shipping Tubes

    Adjust these tubes by twisting the two halves. A hexagonal end prevents rolling. Use them to protect long, thin objects during shipping.
    Shipping Tubes
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shipping Tubes. Round Adjustable-Length Shipping Tubes.
    End Caps
    Each
    ID
    Inside
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Material
    Material
    Included
    1-49
    50-Up
    Clear
    0.39"2" to 3"0.04"PVC
    		PVC
    		Yes2108T680000000000
     
    Twist-to-Lock Shipping Tubes
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Shipping Tubes. Round Adjustable-Length Shipping Tubes, Twist-to-Lock Shipping Tubes.
    Twist-to-lock tubes can be slid up or down to adjust their length, so you don’t have to repeatedly twist the two pieces. To slide, turn the top tube into the sliding channel. To lock, turn the tube with the ridges into the grooved channel.
    End Caps
    ID
    Inside
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Material
    Material
    Included
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Clear
    0.39"2" to 3"0.04"Polypropylene
    		Polypropylene
    		Yes102108T50100000
    0.39"3" to 5"0.04"Polypropylene
    		Polypropylene
    		Yes102108T5020000
    0.39"5" to 8"0.04"Polypropylene
    		Polypropylene
    		Yes102108T50300000
     

    Expandable Electrically Insulating Tube Wire Sleeving

    A specially formulated silicone rubber coating allows this fiberglass sleeving to stretch over items during installation; it then tightens around its contents for a secure fit. Often used in motors, generators, and transformers, it prevents electricity and heat from dissipating from wire and cable. It has good chemical resistance.
    Fiberglass Fabric with Silicone Rubber Coating
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Sleeving. Expandable Electrically Insulating Tube Wire Sleeving.
    ID
    For Wire
    Dia.
    Wall
    Thk.
    For Max.
    Voltage, V AC
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Certification
    Choose a
    Color
    5 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    0.39"3/8"0.03"7,000-65 to 390UL Recognized Component
    		Black, White2573K46000000000000
     

    Electrically Insulating Tube Wire Sleeving

    Add a layer of insulation to prevent electricity and heat from dissipating from wire and cable. This sleeving is often used in motors, transformers, and generators. Made of coated fiberglass, it resists abrasion, acids, alkalies, and chemicals.
    Fiberglass Fabric with Vinyl Plastic Coating
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Sleeving. Electrically Insulating Tube Wire Sleeving.
    Vinyl plastic-coated sleeving resists wax and alcohol. Sleeving is flame-rated VW-1 to meet requirements for preventing the spread of flames based on a timed test with vertically suspended material.
    ID
    For Wire
    Ga.
    For Wire
    Dia.
    Wall
    Thk.
    For Max.
    Voltage, V AC
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Color
    5 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    0.39"1/0
    		3/8"0.03"7,0000 to 265UL Recognized Component, CSA Certified
    		UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black7408K8900000000000
     

    Recycled Plastic Round Adjustable-Length Shipping Tubes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shipping Tubes. Recycled Plastic Round Adjustable-Length Shipping Tubes.
    Made of recycled polyethylene, these shipping tubes are more sustainable than standard plastic shipping tubes. Push the ends together or pull them apart to adjust the length. Use these tubes to protect long, thin objects during shipping.
    End Caps
    Pkg.
    ID
    Inside
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Material
    Construction
    Material
    Included
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    Opaque White
    0.39"2" to 3"0.04"PolyethyleneRecycled MaterialPolyethyleneYes105364N110000000000
     
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