RS PRO Expandable Braided Tin Plated Copper Cable Sleeve 10m 7.5mm Max Diameter 181-1981

The RS PRO 181-1981 Expandable Braided Tin Plated Copper Cable Sleeve is designed to provide robust electrical and electromagnetic protection for wiring and cable assemblies in demanding industrial, automation, and electronic environments. Constructed from high-quality tin plated copper, it combines flexibility with durability to ensure easy installation while delivering superior shielding performance against electrostatic, radio frequency, and electromagnetic interference (EMI).

With a sleeve length of 10 meters, this product is well-suited for bundling and protecting extended cable runs, harnessing multiple wires, or retrofitting existing installations where efficient, expandable coverage is needed. The braided design allows the sleeve to expand and conform to cable diameter variations, accommodating cables or harnesses from 3.5mm up to 7.5mm in outer diameter. This ensures precise, secure fitting and reliable shielding in both compact and larger cabling applications.

Designed for environments with temperature extremes, the RS PRO 181-1981 sleeve can operate confidently in conditions ranging from minus 65 to 150 degrees Celsius. The tin plated copper material maximizes electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance, while the braided construction maintains its protective characteristics over repeated expansions and compressions.

Shielding effectiveness is enhanced by the tight optical coverage of the braid, supporting applications where high levels of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and safety are critical. This makes the sleeve highly suitable for use in electrical insulation, protection of sensitive signal and power lines, industrial control panels, automation installations, laboratory apparatus, and environments susceptible to EMI/RFI noise.

Supplied on an internal former, the sleeve retains its shape during storage and transit, facilitating straightforward installation and handling. Common use cases include screening power and data cables in industrial drives, providing ground connections, and enhancing EMC in control cabinets and instrumentation racks.

The RS PRO 181-1981 is trusted across manufacturing, control, instrumentation, defense, audio/visual, and communication sectors for its high quality and reliable specification. Its expandable nature, shielding performance, and temperature tolerance make it a preferred solution for demanding protective and organizational cable management requirements.

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