"Braided Thermal Wiring Sleeve" is what I call it - but what are NEC Requirements?

[mdds]

"Braided Thermal Wiring Sleeve" is what I call it - but what are NEC Requirements?

So, I'm working in a small 300W flood light fixture and I need to butt-splice and extension to the wires coming off the lamp holder. I've got the wire, the connectors, and a SUPER duty crimper, but the 6" long braided thermal sleeve installed by OEM isn't even CLOSE to the 1/4" ID I'm gonna need to cover the connector. (Wire insulation is ~0.068" OD and "Braided Insulation Sleeve" is ~0.094" ID.) [See Photo, attached.] But, "WHATZIT" CALLED? What do you CALL this "Braided Thermal Wiring Sleeve" when I call [XYZ Electrical Distributor] to get something big enough to work for my installation. I need ~8 linear feet for the job.

 

[ActionDave]

I have only ever heard it called Spaghetti. If electrical supply store can't help you out check with a motor shop, they will have some.

 

[iwire]

I have only ever heard it called Spaghetti.

I would have thought it was more of a 'Penne Mostaccioli' or a ziti.

 

[infinity]

I would call that heat resistant wire loom:

http://www.delcity.net/store/Fiberglass,-Heat-Resistant-Wire-Loom/p_806821.h_806823.t_1

 

[ptonsparky]

I called it "that fiberglass s___ I see on some motor leads" while talking to my local motor repair shop. The gave me the s___ I needed.

 

[SceneryDriver]

Pick your desired flavor:

http://www.mcmaster.com/#braided-sleeving/=y9itqd



SceneryDriver

 

[petersonra]

So, I'm working in a small 300W flood light fixture and I need to butt-splice and extension to the wires coming off the lamp holder. I've got the wire, the connectors, and a SUPER duty crimper, but the 6" long braided thermal sleeve installed by OEM isn't even CLOSE to the 1/4" ID I'm gonna need to cover the connector. (Wire insulation is ~0.068" OD and "Braided Insulation Sleeve" is ~0.094" ID.) [See Photo, attached.] But, "WHATZIT" CALLED? What do you CALL this "Braided Thermal Wiring Sleeve" when I call [XYZ Electrical Distributor] to get something big enough to work for my installation. I need ~8 linear feet for the job.

If you need the sleeve to protect the wire insulation from heat, how is the connector going to be suitable? I doubt they are rated above 75C, and if the ambient temperature inside the fixture is that high, how can you use the butt splice connector there?

 

[ActionDave]

I would have thought it was more of a 'Penne Mostaccioli' or a ziti.

Not a lot of noodle choices in my town. We just have the long, skinny stuff you put spaghetti sauce on and the round, curved stuff you mix with the cheese.

 

[ActionDave]

I called it "that fiberglass s___ I see on some motor leads" while talking to my local motor repair shop. The gave me the s___ I needed.

Be careful asking for the s you need out here in CO, you may end up with something that can get you arrested in NE.

 

[donaldelectrician]

So, I'm working in a small 300W flood light fixture and I need to butt-splice and extension to the wires coming off the lamp holder. I've got the wire, the connectors, and a SUPER duty crimper, but the 6" long braided thermal sleeve installed by OEM isn't even CLOSE to the 1/4" ID I'm gonna need to cover the connector. (Wire insulation is ~0.068" OD and "Braided Insulation Sleeve" is ~0.094" ID.) [See Photo, attached.] But, "WHATZIT" CALLED? What do you CALL this "Braided Thermal Wiring Sleeve" when I call [XYZ Electrical Distributor] to get something big enough to work for my installation. I need ~8 linear feet for the job.

Check out wire . Extreme high temp .




Don