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25,768 Products

Most Likely Products

Wire Sleeving

Bundle wiring and protect from abrasion and heat

885 products

Chip Guards

Deflect flying chips while machining to protect people and equipment

41 products

EMI/RFI Shielding Gaskets

Fit around enclosure doors or data connectors to prevent inaccurate signals and flickering displays

115 products

All Results

Electrical

Wire Sleeving

Bundle wiring and protect from abrasion and heat

885 products

Interference Suppressing Clips

Shield cable from EMI and RFI that can distort signals; also known as ferrite beads

64 products

Heat-Shrink Tubing

Apply heat to seal and insulate electrical wiring and connections

781 products

Electrical Enclosures

House and protect power supplies, control panels, and other electrical equipment

1,820 products

Electrical Enclosure Plugs

Block or seal holes in outlet boxes and enclosures to keep out debris, dust, and moisture

77 products

Conduit and Conduit Fittings

Protect wiring from impact and the environment in runs indoors, outdoors, and underground

292 products

Cable and Hose Carriers

Route, protect, and guide moving cable

162 products

Conformal Coatings

Secure and insulate components on circuit boards and other electronics

27 products

Cable and Hose Carrier Accessories

Brackets, cable holders, retractors, and tools for mounting carriers to robot arms

8 products

Cold-Shrink Tubing

Conforms to wire and cable without heat, creating a permanent, watertight seal

17 products

Raceway and Raceway Fittings

Route and guard wiring along indoor surfaces

296 products

DIN Rail Caps

Guard the edges of DIN rail from damage and create a finished look

2 products

Circuit Board Enclosures

Hold circuit boards to protect them from dust, liquids, or overheating

61 products

Heat-Shrink Tubing End Caps

Seal moisture out of crimped electrical connections

26 products

Heat-Shrink Tubing Splitters

Insulate and seal where wire splits off from cable; also known as breakout boots

23 products

Heat-Shrink Tubing Seal Wrap

Wrap around wire like tape to create a moisture resistant seal before adding heat-shrink tubing

5 products

Robot Cable Carriers

Organize and protect cable without obstructing your robot’s movement

31 products

Cable Ramps

Protect cable and cords in areas with pedestrian and equipment traffic

54 products

Cable Trays and Cable Tray Fittings

Organize and route bundles of cable while keeping them accessible anywhere along the run

140 products

Cold-Shrink Tubing End Caps

Seal crimped electrical connections without heat or tools to protect against moisture

4 products

Tablet Enclosures

Protect tablets and displays from dust and washdowns

5 products

Wire Duct

Guide and organize wiring inside electrical boxes and machines

71 products

Potting Compounds

Encase electronic assemblies in material that hardens to protect from dust, moisture, and vibration

65 products

Wire Sleeving Installation Tools

Insert wire and hose into corrugated, spiral wrap, or wraparound sleeving

7 products

Console Enclosures

Build out interfaces with buttons, gauges, and other components to monitor and control machinery

3 products

Monitor Enclosures

Shield displays and televisions from impact, dust, and splashing liquids

16 products

Underground Enclosures

Bury in the ground or in concrete to protect and access utilities such as electric and water lines

4 products

Single-Board Computer Enclosures

Protect your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or other board from dust and impact

6 products

Electrical Cable

Make multi-wire connections; generally for higher voltages and longer distances than wire

357 products

Electrical Connector Caps

Protect data connectors when not in use

78 products

Electrical Wire

Make single-wire connections; generally for lower voltages and shorter distances than cable

13 products

Electrical Plugs

Pair with sockets or receptacles to transmit power or data

46 products

Electrical Connector Boots

Protect connectors and cords from strain, bends, and pulls

2 products

Outlet Strips

Plug in multiple devices to power them from a single outlet

121 products

Data Connection Hubs

Add USB, DisplayPort, or HDMI ports to your computer to connect multiple device

18 products

Electrical Receptacles

Install in a wall or panel to transmit power or data to plugs or sockets

50 products

Electrical Adapters

Change electrical connectors to another type, size, or gender

60 products

Electrical Cords

Connect equipment and devices to a power supply

770 products

Electrical Connector Clips

Attach to data connectors to lock them in place, repair them, or color code them

3 products

Electrical Cord Locks

Cover mated connectors on extension cords to prevent disconnection

2 products

Electrical Sockets

Pair with plugs or receptacles to transmit power or data

46 products

Data Port Locks

Block USB or Ethernet ports from unauthorized use

9 products

Data Port Plugs

Keep dust, debris, and moisture out of unused computer ports

3 products

Grounding Straps

Flat shape creates more surface area contact than grounding wire

4 products

Circuit Breaker Box Filler Plates

Conceal live electrical components in circuit breaker boxes to prevent injury and damage

2 products

Thermal Control Coatings

Give off almost no volatile emissions that could damage sensitive electronics and optics

1 product

Power Over Ethernet Injectors

Power devices such as routers and wireless access points in areas lacking a power outlet

4 products

Light Switch Sensor Guards

Protect light switch sensors from damage and vandalism

5 products

Capacitor Boots

Shield capacitors and wire connections to extend their service life and reduce accidental shocks

3 products

Safety Equipment

Chip Guards

Deflect flying chips while machining to protect people and equipment

41 products

Machine Guards

Surround equipment to prevent injury to workers and damage to machines

107 products

Face Shields

Protect your face from dirt, chemical splashes, and electrical and welding sparks

89 products

Safety Glasses

Shield your eyes from dirt, sunlight, lasers, and electrical and welding sparks

155 products

Gloves

Shield your hands from cuts, heat, cold, chemical splashes, and electrical and welding sparks

355 products

Hoods

Shield your head and neck from dirt, heat, cold, and electrical and welding sparks

30 products

Coveralls

Shield your full body against dirt, rain, heat, chemical splashes, and electrical and welding sparks

56 products

Hot Pads

Shield hands or surfaces from hot objects

2 products

Footwear

Cover and protect feet from impact, chemicals, heat, and cold

22 products

Clothing Kits

Prevent arc-flash burns with a hard hat, face shield, safety glasses, and other gear all in one bag

12 products

Welding Lenses

Replace the lens in your welding helmet or goggles

65 products

Welding Helmets

Guard against scratches and weld spatter better than face shields

12 products

Hats

Shield your head from sun, rain, cold, and sparks

28 products

Welding Helmet Bibs

Clip to any welding helmet to protect your chin and neck from flames, sparks, and UV light

3 products

Aprons

Protect your torso from dirt, chemical splashes, and electrical and welding spark

120 products

Finger Cots

Guard fingers from heat and abrasion, or protect items from contamination

18 products

Lens Covers

Protect filter lenses from scratches and weld spatter

2 products

Umbrellas

Compact, in-ground, vehicle-mount, and welding umbrellas

11 products

Respirator Cartridges

Replace the cartridge on your respirator when breathing becomes difficult

48 products

Respirator Filters

Replace the filter in your respirator when breathing becomes difficult

20 products

Cape Sleeves

Protect your arms and chest from heat, flame, and weld spatter

2 products

Respirators

Filter particles, hazardous vapors, and other contaminants from the air

78 products

Hard Hat Shrouds

Protect your neck from heat, sparks, and molten metal splashes

2 products

Hard Hats

Protect your head from falling objects

54 products

Hard Hat Liners

Layer under your hard hat for extra warmth

12 products

Hard Hat Sun Shields

Attach to a hard hat to protect your neck and face from the sun's rays

2 products

Respirator Breathing Tubes

Deliver clean, breathable air to your hood or helmet respirator

7 products

Glove Storage Bags

Store gloves and protect them from damage

3 products

Respirator Blowers

Replace blowers in powered respirators to keep the clean air flowing

2 products

Respirator Harnesses

Strap a respirator to your back so it's more comfortable to wear

1 product

Bump Caps

Guard against minor head bumps and scrapes

46 products

Life Preservers

Keep people afloat and visible to rescuers

12 products

Cape Sleeve Bibs

Snap onto cape sleeves to protect your stomach when welding

2 products

Shoe Covers

Keep shoes clean and dry and avoid contaminating sterile environments

139 products

Chaps

Shield the front of your legs from cuts, radiant heat, flames, and welding sparks

5 products

Pants

Insulate your legs from dirt, cold, heat, rain, and electrical and welding sparks

16 products

Safety Goggles

Fully protect your eyes from flying dust and debris or harmful infrared light during welding

28 products

Knee Pads

Protect knees from impact or electrical arc flashes

22 products

Arm Pads

Prevent burns while welding

2 products

Arm Sleeves

Protect your arms from cuts, sparks, heat, and chemical splashes

60 products

Earmuffs

Dampen loud noises to protect hearing

20 products

Elbow Pads

Cushion elbows from bumps and scratches

1 product

Backhand Pads

Slip over gloves for additional protection against sparks and spatter

2 products

Jackets

Thicker than shirts for extra protection against dirt, rain, cold, chemical splashes, and sparks

68 products

Shirts

Cover your upper body to guard against cold, heat, welding sparks, and dirt

1 product

Waders

Stay dry when you're in deep water, mud, and sludge

7 products

Rain Suits

Shield your body from wet and rainy conditions, chemical spills and splashes, and flames

9 products

Vests

Keep workers safe in areas with low visibility, flames, heat, and electrical sparks

5 products

Masks

Stop the spread of airborne particles to protect yourself and other people

11 products

Sweatbands

Absorb sweat from your head or arms

8 products

Leggings

Protect shins and feet from radiant heat, flames, welding sparks, and molten metal splashes

6 products

Eyeglass Side Shields

Slide over the arms of glasses to block out dust and debris from the side

3 products

Bib Overalls

Protect your legs and torso from cold, rain, chemicals, and flames

12 products

Shorts

Made for roofers, the anti-slip silicone grips surfaces to prevent you from sliding

1 product

Ice Cleats

Slip over shoes for traction on icy surfaces

15 products

Bicycle Helmets

A multi-directional impact protection system (MIPS) reduces injury risk

1 product

Neck Gaiters

Protect your neck and face from cold, heat, flames, and electrical hazards

5 products

Protective Screens

Set up to protect against dust, weld spatter, heat, and splashing liquid

65 products

Protective Panels

Stop the spread of illness without blocking communication

19 products

Curtains

Pull shut to protect against dust, weld spatter, heat, and splashing liquid

182 products

Glove Boxes and Bags

Safely handle hazardous or sensitive materials in an enclosed space

13 products

Heat-Resistant Blankets

Drape over surfaces or wrap around parts to protect them from flames, sparks, and weld spatter

30 products

Forklift Cab Covers

Shield forklift operators from rain, snow, wind, and dust without blocking their view

4 products

Curtain Partitions

Section off work spaces, locker rooms, and restricted areas

45 products

Puller Protection Blankets

Wrap around gear and bearing pullers, presses, and other moving equipment to block flying debris

3 products

Vibration-Damping Coatings

Apply to irregularly shaped equipment and large areas to reduce noise from vibration

2 products

Sound Barrier Partitions

Stand in noisy areas to block and reflect sound

1 product

Acoustic Insulation

Absorb sound to quiet noisy areas and machines

53 products

Vibration-Damping Sheets

Stick to duct, housings, and other vibrating equipment to reduce noise

10 products

Sound Barrier Sheets

Block and reflect noise to keep it from reaching other parts of your facility

14 products

CPR Mouth Shields

Protect yourself from fluids and breath when giving CPR

2 products

Sealing

EMI/RFI Shielding Gaskets

Fit around enclosure doors or data connectors to prevent inaccurate signals and flickering displays

115 products

Edge Seals

Block dust, water, and wind from entering the gaps around doors and windows

524 products

Sealants

Fill and seal gaps in metal, plastic, wood, and other materials

247 products

Fastening and Joining

Tape

Bind, seal, and mark surfaces

2,459 products

Anchors

Secure anything from signs to heavy machinery in concrete, brick, and drywall

11 products

Retaining Rings

Hold components on a shaft

25 products

Threaded Inserts

Create new threads or repair stripped threads

1 product

Press-Fit Nuts

Push into drilled or punched holes to add threads to thin panels

2 products

Quick-Release Pin Receptacles

Secure quick-release pins when you don’t have a through hole

35 products

Standoff Caps

Create a finished look on standoffs and protect them from dirt and debris

66 products

Quick-Release Pin Retaining Caps

Hold quick-release pins in holes that are oversized or out of round

23 products

Weld-Backing Tape

Stick to the back of welding seams to contain spatter and prevent gases from weakening the weld

11 products

TIG Torch Insulators

Seal between TIG nozzles and torches to stop gas from escaping and protect torch parts from heat

11 products

Adhesives

Bond surfaces together

2 products

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Sink Splash Guards

Surround sinks to shield people and equipment from getting wet

9 products

Sink Pipe Covers

Prevent burns from hot water pipes

3 products

Surface Fillers

Repair chips, cracks, and tears in various surfaces

198 products

Protective Coatings

Shield surfaces from the surrounding environment

2 products

Dust Hoods

Connect to your vacuum system to contain and remove dust while grinding or cutting

11 products

Rebar Caps

Brightly colored to alert workers to exposed rebar and pipe

4 products

Raw Materials

Lead

A dense insulator often used to shield against radiation and absorb sound and vibration

66 products

Nickel

An upgrade from stainless steel to withstand harsh chemicals and acids—all with material certificates for traceability

14 products

Fabric

Use to cover, clean, and insulate objects

107 products

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant—all with material certificates for traceability

80 products

Wood

Commonly used to build ramps, crates, and prototypes or to make repairs

12 products

Aramid

Strong, lightweight, and an excellent thermal insulator; also known as Nomex

10 products

Felt

Thicker and more absorbent than fabric for insulating, polishing, cushioning, and gasketing

20 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Protective Film

Temporarily adhere to surfaces to protect them from scratches, nicks, and dirt

27 products

Grommets

Protect wire, cable, and cords from holes with sharp or rough edges

941 products

Door Silencers

Close doors quietly and keep them from rattling in their frames

3 products

Corner Guards

Shield corners on walls and other surfaces from impact

82 products

Tubing Guards

Safeguard pipe, tubing, and other round equipment from impact

2 products

Door Stops

Keep doors from slamming into and damaging walls

70 products

Bumpers

Absorb impact to protect equipment and surfaces from dents and scuffs

1,449 products

Wear Plates

Often used on conveyors to reduce friction where parts bump into equipment to extend service life

15 products

Panel Connecting Trim

Connect two panels while protecting the edges from damage

33 products

Crane Bumpers

Resist heavy hits on cranes to protect walls or beams and extend crane life

20 products

Door Kick Plates

Protect door bases from foot traffic and equipment; also known as armor and mop plates

50 products

Lockset Bumpers

Protect knobs and hardware on doors from carts, dollies, and other equipment

1 product

Edge Trim

Install on panels, boards, signs, and mirrors to protect edges from impact

434 products

Door Edge Plates

Reinforce door edges to guard them against damage from foot traffic and equipment

18 products

Surface Guards

Protect walls and other flat surfaces from impact

119 products

Wall Bases

Protect the bottom of walls from foot traffic and impact

12 products

Protective Caps

Protect just about anything, including pipe, flanges, screws, and posts

1,045 products

Protective Plugs

Insert into holes in pipe, containers, panels, and parts to keep out debris

1,011 products

Privacy Sprays

Block the view through windows by adding a frosted effect

1 product

Window Film

Apply to windows for privacy, insulation, less glare, and a lower chance of shattering

27 products

Window Shades

Completely block windows, or dim incoming light without eliminating the view

48 products

Door Drip Guards

Divert rain and snow away from door openings

13 products

Strip Doors

Keep hot or cold air in and dust and debris out while allowing people to move through doorways

168 products

Door Bumpers

Protect large swinging doors from impact where carts and vehicles often push them open

4 products

Vibration-Damping Mounts

Attach to machinery to reduce vibration and noise and extend service life

92 products

Doors

Everything from single to double to two-way swinging doors

2 products

Door Strips

Hang from mounting plates to create strip doors, or replace worn strips in an existing door

233 products

Fabricating and Machining

Hole Saw Debris Collectors

Catch dust and chips as you cut holes in walls and ceilings

1 product

Rotary Tool Safety Guards

Shield yourself from cutoff wheels while using rotary tools

2 products

Rotary Tool Guides

Sharpen, grind, and sand with rotary tools at exact 45° and 90° angles

1 product

Rotary Tool Drywall Cutters

Pair with rotary tools to make controlled cuts in drywall, fiberglass, and laminate

1 product

Circular Saws

Make straight cuts in wood, plastic, and metal on the spot

10 products

Rotary Tool Tile Cutters

Attach to rotary tools to make stable, controlled cuts in tile or grout

2 products

Blowguns

Direct a stream of air to clean equipment, parts, and spaces

8 products

Fixture Plate Plugs

Keep chips and shavings from clogging or damaging unused holes on fixture plates in milling machines

1 product

Firebricks

Insulate furnaces to minimize heat loss while adding flame resistance

14 products

Firebrick Repair Coatings

Renew heat resistance and performance of worn firebrick

1 product

$Refractory Cement$

Refractory Cement

Lay firebricks or set and repair cast iron and steel furnaces, heaters, stoves, and boilers

4 products

Die Grinders

Attach bits and burs to grind, deburr, and finish material

3 products

Heat Gun Nozzle Shields

Prevent accidental contact with hot heat gun nozzles

1 product

Drill Press Guards

Keep fingers and hands protected from drill bits, drill chucks, and flying chips

1 product

Protective Covers for 3D Printer Extruder Heating Elements

Shield heating elements to prevent sticky filament buildup

3 products

Communication

Tamper-Evident Seals

Secure hasps, latches, and other connections to visibly indicate tampering

125 products

Labels

Stick onto items to identify or convey information about them

4 products

Signs

Everything from accident prevention to traffic control to exit signs

2 products

Eraser Shields

Block parts of your surface from being erased

1 product

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Heat Barriers

Protect equipment and surfaces from damage caused by nearby heat sources

18 products

Spray Foam Insulation

Expands to fill in cracks, gaps, and other hollow spaces for a tight seal against drafts and heat

15 products

Thermal Insulation Sheets

Line the walls of furnaces, freezers, ductwork, and buildings to keep heat in or out

251 products

Insulation Hanger Studs

Press insulation sheets onto the spike to secure them to walls and other flat surfaces

17 products

Pipe Insulation Repair Strips

Patch and protect damaged pipe insulation

3 products

Pipe Insulation Banding

Strap around pipe insulation to keep it in place

14 products

Pipe Insulation

Fit around pipe, tubing, and tanks to reduce heat loss or condensation

888 products

Insulation Fill

Blow into walls to fill gaps in existing insulation, or mix as a filler in insulating cement

1 product

Pipe Insulation Jacketing

Guard pipe insulation from impact, moisture, and corrosion

151 products

Air Conditioner Service Valve Caps

Seal off AC service valves to prevent refrigerant from leaking out

2 products

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Partition Panels

Separate people and workspaces with moveable walls

Safely store knives while protecting them from damage

7 products

Tank Patches

Spin with a handheld electric router to seal holes in plastic tanks and containers

2 products

Welding Rod Carriers

Store, protect, and organize TIG welding rods, tungsten electrodes, and stick electrodes

6 products

Material Handling

Bubble Wrap

Air bubbles cushion fragile items better than foam to protect them while shipping and storing

1 product

Edge Protectors

Guard box edges and corners from strapping gouges and bumps during shipping

21 products

Shipping Boxes

Made of cardboard, plastic, or wood to store and transport a variety of items

3 products

Shipping Box Liners

Line cardboard boxes to keep the items inside at a consistent temperature

13 products

Ladders

Wall-mount, rolling platform, and step ladders

5 products

Pipe Routing Saddles

Clip to strut channel to cradle insulated tubing and pipe

6 products

Pipe Hangers

Suspend pipe, conduit, and tube from threaded rods, hooks, and straps

9 products

Robot Safety Padding

Trigger an emergency stop when robot arms contact a worker or object

6 products

Robot Covers

Shield robot arms from dirt and damage

103 products

Dock Bumpers

Prevent damage to docks and vehicles by absorbing impacts

74 products

Conveyor Guide Mounting Rod Caps

Cover the ends of conveyor guide mounting rods for a finished look

7 products

Lighting

Light Guards

Shield light bulbs to prevent them from breaking

12 products

Light Lenses

Reduce glare from light bulbs and protect them from damage

22 products

Portable Work Lights

Bring lighting to poorly lit or completely dark areas

22 products

Facility Lights

Illuminate both indoor and outdoor areas with a permanent light source

16 products

Fluid Handling

Air Nozzles

Blow concentrated air for cleaning, drying, cooling, and ejecting parts

1 product

Expansion Plugs

Seal pipe and tubing lines when checking for leaks

338 products

Bore Sealing Plugs

Permanently seal unthreaded holes in pneumatic and hydraulic components

73 products

Manifolds

Distribute air or fluid to multiple places from a single source; also called headers

1 product

Hose Kink Absorbers

Prevent garden hose from kinking to ensure maximum water flow and extend hose life

5 products

Hose and Hose Fittings

Flexible and stronger than tubing; often used to convey liquids and gases under pressure

193 products

Heat Sink Compounds

Bond heat sinks to surfaces, eliminating air gaps for maximum heat transfer

11 products

Thermal Paste

Mold heat cable to pipe, eliminating air gaps that lead to heat loss and heater failure

18 products

Thermocouple Insulating Sleeves

Protect thermocouple wire in extreme-temperature applications, such as die casting and heat treating

13 products

Thermocouple Connector Covers

Shield thermocouple connectors from dust and debris

1 product

Power Transmission

Chain and Belt Drive Guards

Hold chains and belts in place while shielding your drive from interference

25 products

Measuring and Inspecting

Leak-Detecting Pipe Flange Covers

Wrap around pipe flanges to show when there's a leak and contain it

40 products