FireFlex® Wrap

Why FireFlex® Wrap makes the difference

For the technician working in hot zones, the benefits are practical and immediate:

• Zero disassembly (True installation comfort): Forget the struggle with bulky fittings or stiff hoses. You work on "open" lines, radically simplifying your logistics.
• Easier maintenance with the right to inspect: Suspicious about a component? Peel back the hook and loop, check the hose condition, and close it back up. The protection is infinitely reusable, unlike fixed solutions.
• Molten metal shielding: Capable of withstanding accidental splashes up to 1,200°C (2,200°F), it provides essential safety in foundries and robotic welding cells.
• Total seal through overlap: The closure strip is wide enough to ensure 360° protection. Dust, slag, and aggressive fluids are stopped cold.
• Freedom of movement: FIW won't turn your cables into rigid bars. It follows the movements of robotic arms without ever popping open, even under heavy mechanical stress.

Technical Focus: The "Shedding" Effect

One of the most common questions involves the silicone's durability. We use an "Aero-Grade" formulation with optimized surface tension. In practice, molten metal cannot grip the wall: it beads up and rolls off. This phenomenon prevents heat buildup in a specific spot, preserving the life of the sleeve and the components it protects.

Where to use FireFlex® Wrap FIW?

Its speed of installation makes it the ideal tool for quick securing or safety upgrades:

• Foundries & Steel Mills: Protecting conduits near metal transfer zones.
• Shipyards & Offshore: Insulating exhausts and fuel lines without removing flanges.
• Automotive & Motorsports: Protecting critical harnesses running near turbos.
• Glass Industry: Shielding against molten glass splashes and intense furnace heat.
• Maintenance & Repair (MRO): Quickly securing a hot spot detected during a safety audit.

Certifications & Technical Characteristics

• Flame Resistance: Self-extinguishing (VW-1 Compliant).
• Thermal Performance:
• Continuous use: -54°C to +260°C (-65°F to 500°F).
• Heat peaks (20 min): 1,090°C (2,000°F).
• Flash splashes: 1,200°C (2,200°F).
• Environmental: Halogen-free (RoHS and Reach compliant).

Product Sizes

Consult the Technical Data Sheet

Data Sheet FireFlex® Wrap

FAQ - Solving Field Challenges

Here is the most frequent feedback from our users:

Will the hook and loop closure actually hold up to the heat? It’s a valid concern. The hook and loop tape used is specifically treated for industrial use. The overlapping design also plays a key role: the thick silicone protects the closure area from direct exposure. Within its continuous temperature range (+260°C / 500°F), the closure remains perfectly operational.

How do I stop the fiberglass from fraying when I cut it? Any braid can release a few fibers when cut. For a clean finish, use sharp scissors. A field tip is to apply a small piece of high-temperature tape to the ends if you expect frequent handling of the sleeve.

Is it suitable for high-vibration environments? This is exactly where it excels. Unlike rigid cable ties that eventually cut into hoses, the hook and loop distributes pressure along the entire length. The silicone thickness acts as a natural vibration dampener.

What about oil or fuel splashes? The silicone in FireFlex® Wrap is inert to hydrocarbons. Oil rolls off the surface without soaking into the fiberglass. This eliminates the "wicking" effect that could make a standard thermal wrap flammable in the event of a leak.

Our technicians know your industry challenges and speak your language.

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