Braided Basalt Fibre Sleeving – Heavy-Duty Thermal & Mechanical Protection
3 mm Thick Basalt Sleeve for Cables, Hoses, Pipes & Industrial Equipment
Braided Basalt Fibre Sleeving is a high-performance, heavy-wall thermal protection solution designed for insulating and protecting cables, hoses, tubes, and pipework in demanding industrial environments. Manufactured from texturized basalt fibre yarn, this flexible tubular sleeve delivers excellent heat resistance, durability, and chemical protection where continuous exposure to harsh conditions is expected.
With its robust 3 mm wall thickness, this sleeving provides enhanced insulation and mechanical strength compared to lightweight alternatives, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications requiring long-term reliability and performance.
Material & Temperature Performance:
- Fibre material: Basalt
- Minimum continuous temperature: -40 °C
- Maximum continuous temperature: 648 °C
- Melting point: 982 °C
- Flammability rating: VW-1
What Is Braided Basalt Fibre Sleeving?
This sleeving is constructed from texturized basalt fibre yarn woven into a flexible, expandable tubular sleeve. Basalt fibre is a naturally heat-resistant, high-strength material derived from volcanic rock, offering outstanding thermal stability and chemical resistance.
The thick-wall construction improves insulation performance and impact protection, making it well suited for environments where components are exposed to continuous heat, abrasion, and industrial chemicals.
Why Choose Basalt Fibre Sleeving?
Basalt fibre provides excellent temperature resistance and chemical durability compared to many traditional sleeve materials. It will not melt, burn, or release toxic fumes under extreme heat, making it a reliable solution for applications where safety, longevity, and performance are critical.
Key Features:
- 3 mm thick wall: superior insulation and mechanical durability
- High-temperature resistance: suitable for continuous industrial heat exposure
- Chemical resistance: withstands oils, fuels, acids, alkalis, and moisture
- Component protection: shields wires, cables, hoses, tubes, and pipes
- Personnel safety: helps reduce surface temperatures on hot equipment
- Durable basalt construction: long service life in harsh environments
- Flexible and expandable: easy to install and cut to length
- Wide size range: available in multiple internal diameters
Typical Applications:
- Protection for cables, wiring, and hydraulic hoses near heat sources
- Insulation of pipelines, tubing, and industrial equipment
- Automotive, transport, and heavy machinery systems
- Mining, foundry, and processing environments
- Manufacturing plants and high-temperature industrial facilities
Available Sizes:
Available in multiple internal diameters including 12.7 mm, 19.5 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, and 75 mm. Additional sizes can be sourced on request to suit specific applications.
All sizes are supplied in 50 metre spools.
Availability: Contact us for pricing, stock availability, or assistance selecting the right size for your application.
For other high-temperature protection solutions, see our Thermal Insulation Materials collection.
