Braided hoses made of LDPE, glass fabric or glass silk fabric
As a specialist in plastics and hose technology, Reichelt Chemietechnik offers a specialised range of braided tubing, also referred to as fabric sleeves. These products are designed for various temperature requirements and are made of LDPE, glass silk and glass fabric. They are used as insulation and safety tubing for applications involving extreme temperatures. Depending on the design, they serve for thermal insulation, electrical insulation or mechanical protection.
Braided tubing is characterised by its construction from woven materials.Occasionally, braided hoses are also referred to as fabric hoses. A braided product may be made entirely or only partially from braided materials. To achieve optimal performance, textiles made from plastic or glass silk are combined with other plastics. In general, these tubes are highly flexible and durable. However, pure fabric versions are not always liquid- or gas-tight, which is why they are primarily used for protective or insulating purposes. RCT, as an expert in hose technology, offers braided tubing made of the following materials:
- Glass fabric or glass silk
- Polyethylene (LDPE)
- Polyester
In addition, variants with external coatings are available, for example with acrylic resin or silicone rubber.
Braided hose vs. fabric hose – the differences
There are clear technical differences between fabric and braided tubing in terms of their construction and resulting properties. Fabric variants contain an embedded textile mesh layer made of interwoven warp and weft threads. This reinforcement runs parallel to the tube wall and is fully enclosed by the base material, ensuring uniform strength, excellent pressure resistance, and minimal elongation.
Braided types, by contrast, feature an external reinforcement of diagonally woven yarns or wires. This braid is applied directly onto the outer surface in a specialised braiding process. The diagonal pattern allows the threads to shift under pressure, increasing flexibility. As the internal pressure rises, the braid tightens and further stabilises the tubing.
These different constructions lead to distinct applications: fabric versions are used where high dimensional stability and pressure resistance with minimal movement are required. Braided tubing is preferred in systems requiring frequent movement or flexibility, such as hydraulics or compressed air lines. Both types can be manufactured with various materials for the inner and outer layers and with different reinforcing yarns.
Protective hoses without coating
Uncoated fabric sleeving is used to protect cables, tubing and conduits from mechanical and thermal stress. In this category, Reichelt Chemietechnik offers three variants: the polyester protective fabric sleeve, the glass silk heat protection version, and the LDPE mesh sleeve for surface protection.
Polyester fabric hoses
The polyester protective fabric hose is a long woven sleeve that wraps itself around the component to be protected—such as cables or cable bundles with existing plugs or connectors. The special design eliminates the need to remove these connectors during installation.
Application is extremely simple: cut to length, wrap around the element, and secure with adhesive tape or a hose clamp. Another benefit is the hose’s excellent resistance to brake fluid, fuels, motor oil, windscreen washer fluid, as well as mould, fungus and rot. The polyester material has been tested halogen-free in accordance with the RoHS directive and can be used between -50 and +150 °C.
Glass silk hoses without coating
As the name implies, the glass silk heat protection hose is ideal for shielding cables, plastic tubing and other conduits from high temperatures. A ceramic coating on the glass silk allows usage from -30 to +450 °C. Another application is touch protection—shielding hot materials from accidental contact to prevent burns. The heat protection hose is available in four sizes with internal diameters of 16, 25, 32 and 45 mm. Its fabric construction allows for around 25% stretch, making it highly flexible in use.
Mesh hoses made of LDPE
LDPE net tubing for surface protection are designed for protecting precision parts such as spindles, rollers, shafts, tools, glass, ceramic, and wooden parts. The hose is elastic and conforms to the shape of the part, including stepped geometries. It is especially useful when packaging and shipping delicate components. Despite secure packaging, the contents remain visible, and the coloured mesh facilitates easy identification. Reichelt Chemietechnik offers this braided hose in eight different colours and three designs:
- Standard version
- Version with thicker strands
- Open-mesh version
This ensures the right protective hose is available for every application.
Braided hoses with coating
Fabric hoses with plastic sheathing are primarily used to insulate electrically conductive components. These products are also referred to as insulation hoses.
Glass silk braided hoses with silicone coating
Glass silk braided hoses with a silicone sheath are designed as flexible safety insulation hoses. They fall into insulation class H (according to VDE, the German Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies) and have a dielectric strength of 2.5 kV. The operating temperature range is from -30 to +180 °C. The hose is classified UL 94 V-0 for flame retardancy. Another important feature: the material vitrifies rather than burns, producing no toxic gases.
Glass fabric hose with acrylic resin coating
Glass fabric hoses with an acrylic resin coating are used for insulating wires, cables and connectors in engine, transformer and machine construction. This type of braided hose is often referred to as the standard protective hose for insulation purposes.
It offers a remarkable dielectric strength of approx. 9.0 kV (IEC 684); minimum 6.0 kV (IEC 684), 8.0 kV (UL 1441). It is self-extinguishing within 60 seconds (IEC 684 Part 2, Sec. 26, Method A vertical; UL 1441 horizontal) and complies with flame class IEC 684-3 sheets 403-405 and UL 1441, rated +155 °C, 600 V. Dielectric strength per DIN 40620 (German Institute for Standardization) is 5.0 kV. Available in eight colours, the hose can be used between -40 and +155 °C.
Glass fabric hose with silicone coating
This version differs mainly from the acrylic resin type in its wider temperature range: -70 to +235 °C. It is also significantly more flexible.
The hose design allows easy adjustment to various shapes. Simply slide it on—it stretches to twice its standard internal diameter without requiring heat, unlike heat shrink tubing. For example, a hose with a 6 mm internal diameter can accommodate applications from 6 to 12 mm. Dielectric strength at room temperature is 9.0 kV. After seven days of thermal aging at +265 °C, the strength remains at 7.0 kV—retained even after long-term thermal exposure (e.g. 60 days). The material is self-extinguishing within 60 seconds (IEC 60684 Part 2, Sec. 26, Method B vertical without mandrel; UL 1441) and meets flame class UL 1441, rated +200 °C, 600 V, VW-1 or FT-1.
Order braided hoses online at rct-online.de
Reichelt Chemietechnik offers not only braided hoses tailored to your application, but also matching accessories such as hose connectors, barb connectors, fastening elements and closures.
You can order braided hoses and other customised products conveniently in our online shop—with no minimum order quantity. Benefit from high-quality products available at short notice and at competitive prices. Not sure which option is right for your application? Feel free to contact us by phone or email. You’ll also find detailed technical and chemical information in our glossary. Our chemical resistance chart helps you easily identify the ideal material for your application. We look forward to your order!
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Braided hoses made of LDPE, glass fabric or glass silk fabric
As a specialist in plastics and hose technology, Reichelt Chemietechnik offers a specialised range of braided tubing, also referred to as fabric sleeves. These products are designed for various temperature requirements and are made of LDPE, glass silk and glass fabric. They are used as insulation and safety tubing for applications involving extreme temperatures. Depending on the design, they serve for thermal insulation, electrical insulation or mechanical protection.
Braided tubing is characterised by its construction from woven materials.Occasionally, braided hoses are also referred to as fabric hoses. A braided product may be made entirely or only partially from braided materials. To achieve optimal performance, textiles made from plastic or glass silk are combined with other plastics. In general, these tubes are highly flexible and durable. However, pure fabric versions are not always liquid- or gas-tight, which is why they are primarily used for protective or insulating purposes. RCT, as an expert in hose technology, offers braided tubing made of the following materials:
- Glass fabric or glass silk
- Polyethylene (LDPE)
- Polyester
In addition, variants with external coatings are available, for example with acrylic resin or silicone rubber.
Braided hose vs. fabric hose – the differences
There are clear technical differences between fabric and braided tubing in terms of their construction and resulting properties. Fabric variants contain an embedded textile mesh layer made of interwoven warp and weft threads. This reinforcement runs parallel to the tube wall and is fully enclosed by the base material, ensuring uniform strength, excellent pressure resistance, and minimal elongation.
Braided types, by contrast, feature an external reinforcement of diagonally woven yarns or wires. This braid is applied directly onto the outer surface in a specialised braiding process. The diagonal pattern allows the threads to shift under pressure, increasing flexibility. As the internal pressure rises, the braid tightens and further stabilises the tubing.
These different constructions lead to distinct applications: fabric versions are used where high dimensional stability and pressure resistance with minimal movement are required. Braided tubing is preferred in systems requiring frequent movement or flexibility, such as hydraulics or compressed air lines. Both types can be manufactured with various materials for the inner and outer layers and with different reinforcing yarns.
Protective hoses without coating
Uncoated fabric sleeving is used to protect cables, tubing and conduits from mechanical and thermal stress. In this category, Reichelt Chemietechnik offers three variants: the polyester protective fabric sleeve, the glass silk heat protection version, and the LDPE mesh sleeve for surface protection.
Polyester fabric hoses
The polyester protective fabric hose is a long woven sleeve that wraps itself around the component to be protected—such as cables or cable bundles with existing plugs or connectors. The special design eliminates the need to remove these connectors during installation.
Application is extremely simple: cut to length, wrap around the element, and secure with adhesive tape or a hose clamp. Another benefit is the hose’s excellent resistance to brake fluid, fuels, motor oil, windscreen washer fluid, as well as mould, fungus and rot. The polyester material has been tested halogen-free in accordance with the RoHS directive and can be used between -50 and +150 °C.
Glass silk hoses without coating
As the name implies, the glass silk heat protection hose is ideal for shielding cables, plastic tubing and other conduits from high temperatures. A ceramic coating on the glass silk allows usage from -30 to +450 °C. Another application is touch protection—shielding hot materials from accidental contact to prevent burns. The heat protection hose is available in four sizes with internal diameters of 16, 25, 32 and 45 mm. Its fabric construction allows for around 25% stretch, making it highly flexible in use.
Mesh hoses made of LDPE
LDPE net tubing for surface protection are designed for protecting precision parts such as spindles, rollers, shafts, tools, glass, ceramic, and wooden parts. The hose is elastic and conforms to the shape of the part, including stepped geometries. It is especially useful when packaging and shipping delicate components. Despite secure packaging, the contents remain visible, and the coloured mesh facilitates easy identification. Reichelt Chemietechnik offers this braided hose in eight different colours and three designs:
- Standard version
- Version with thicker strands
- Open-mesh version
This ensures the right protective hose is available for every application.
Braided hoses with coating
Fabric hoses with plastic sheathing are primarily used to insulate electrically conductive components. These products are also referred to as insulation hoses.
Glass silk braided hoses with silicone coating
Glass silk braided hoses with a silicone sheath are designed as flexible safety insulation hoses. They fall into insulation class H (according to VDE, the German Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies) and have a dielectric strength of 2.5 kV. The operating temperature range is from -30 to +180 °C. The hose is classified UL 94 V-0 for flame retardancy. Another important feature: the material vitrifies rather than burns, producing no toxic gases.
Glass fabric hose with acrylic resin coating
Glass fabric hoses with an acrylic resin coating are used for insulating wires, cables and connectors in engine, transformer and machine construction. This type of braided hose is often referred to as the standard protective hose for insulation purposes.
It offers a remarkable dielectric strength of approx. 9.0 kV (IEC 684); minimum 6.0 kV (IEC 684), 8.0 kV (UL 1441). It is self-extinguishing within 60 seconds (IEC 684 Part 2, Sec. 26, Method A vertical; UL 1441 horizontal) and complies with flame class IEC 684-3 sheets 403-405 and UL 1441, rated +155 °C, 600 V. Dielectric strength per DIN 40620 (German Institute for Standardization) is 5.0 kV. Available in eight colours, the hose can be used between -40 and +155 °C.
Glass fabric hose with silicone coating
This version differs mainly from the acrylic resin type in its wider temperature range: -70 to +235 °C. It is also significantly more flexible.
The hose design allows easy adjustment to various shapes. Simply slide it on—it stretches to twice its standard internal diameter without requiring heat, unlike heat shrink tubing. For example, a hose with a 6 mm internal diameter can accommodate applications from 6 to 12 mm. Dielectric strength at room temperature is 9.0 kV. After seven days of thermal aging at +265 °C, the strength remains at 7.0 kV—retained even after long-term thermal exposure (e.g. 60 days). The material is self-extinguishing within 60 seconds (IEC 60684 Part 2, Sec. 26, Method B vertical without mandrel; UL 1441) and meets flame class UL 1441, rated +200 °C, 600 V, VW-1 or FT-1.
Order braided hoses online at rct-online.de
Reichelt Chemietechnik offers not only braided hoses tailored to your application, but also matching accessories such as hose connectors, barb connectors, fastening elements and closures.
You can order braided hoses and other customised products conveniently in our online shop—with no minimum order quantity. Benefit from high-quality products available at short notice and at competitive prices. Not sure which option is right for your application? Feel free to contact us by phone or email. You’ll also find detailed technical and chemical information in our glossary. Our chemical resistance chart helps you easily identify the ideal material for your application. We look forward to your order!
