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Plaited Braids
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1/1 8 Plait Braid

Construction:

Braids are generally produced in one of two constructions described as 1/1 (one-over-one) or 2/2 as illustrated in the photos. In our lists 1/1 is indicated by a prefix 8, eg PP 8/48, and 2/2 by prefix 16 eg PE 16/96.

They differ in appearance with the 2/2 plait producing a smoother, more regular surface appearance.

The braid's 'tube' or 'hole' can be wholly or partially filled with yarns or other materials or even a smaller diameter braid (to produce 'braid-on-braid'). This may be useful to stop the braid from flattening or to confer some additional property, such as greater strength or extra stiffness. In other cases, the use of a cheap core material allows a larger diameter braid to be produced at lower cost.

Tightness of the 'weave', expressed in terms of 'picks per inch' (or 2.5cm), will affect the flexibility or stiffness of the braid; in general the stiffer the braid the higher its resistance to abrasion.

2/2 16 Plait Braid

 

How to choose the right braid:

Braid can be produced from almost any thin flexible material including textile yarns, wire, extruded plastic, etc. In some applications, eg ropes for rock climbing, the choice of material is critical to achieve the properties required (high strength under impact load). However for most general purposes price and appearance could be the determining factors.

We have listed our standard braids by the type of yarn used, eg polypropylene, polyester, acrylic, cotton, etc. At the beginning of each list we have given the main properties as well as an indication of typical end-uses. You may find it helpful to compare your requirements against these listed properties and end-uses. Alternatively we are always happy to offer advice and suggestions.

Please Note: We do not supply or manufacture Climbing Ropes or 'Bungee' cord!








Polypropylene Braid (available in continuous multifilament yarn or in air-textured yarn)

Please Note: Colours displayed on the website are not wholly accurate - If colour samples are required for verification please contact the sales office.

Polypropylene Braid

Properties: Moderate strength with low stretch, good UV stability.

Uses: A good general purpose braid for carrier bag handles, light pulls, draw cords, etc.

Available in a range of colours, including: red, blue, green, orange, yellow, violet, brown, black and white. We will be pleased to supply yarn/braid samples on request.

Polyester Braid (from continuous filament yarn)

Polyester Braid


Properties: High strength, low stretch, good resistance to abrasion and UV light. Lustrous appearance.

Uses: Picture cord, flag halyards, bricklayers lines, blind cord, curtain cords, etc.

Only available in natural (white) and black.

Polyester braids (spun fibre yarn)

Uses: Firemen's personal and guide lines.

Acrylic Braids

Properties: Made from staple spun yarn the braids have a natural look and feel, similar to cotton. A wide range of standard colours is available from which to choose. This allows relatively short runs (500m)to be produced economically for design applications where shade matching or pattern choice is required.

Larger diameter braids (up to 30mm) can be produced commercially using a suitable core material and the more expensive coloured yarn as the outer sheath.

Uses: Carrier bag handles, draw cords, magician's cord, dog leads, box handles, and for a variety of decorative purposes.

Cotton Braids

Uses: Cotton is still used for many different applications. Products that we currently manufacture include: candlewicks, both treated and untreated, and clothes lines.
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