Braided Wire

Universal has unequaled capability to manufacture braided wire as a result of the acquisitions the National Standard Braiding Division and AnacondaAnamet Metal Hose. Both flat and tubular braiders are available that span the full range of braid requirements.
You may need some help with some of the terms used in braid speak. Please refer to the Glossary for help.
Bronze braid for bronze hose reinforcement. Other braid materials include all grades of austenitic stainless steel, high nickel alloys, aluminum and galvanized steel. Tubular Braid
Universal has tubular braid weaving capability ranging from 0.030" diameter through 30.0" diameter. Wire diameters range from 0.005" through 0.028", carrier selection from 16 through 96, with both plain and diamond weaves. The braid can be furnished as loose mill lengths and braided over customer furnished hose. Technical support is available to custom design weaves to customer specifications.
Universal has designed and maintains an inventory of standard braid weaves for corrugated metal hose. Refer to Bulletin 305 (99KB), Tubular Braid for Metal Hose, for complete specifications.
Some of the many applications include; metal hose reinforcement, non-metallic hose reinforcement, automotive hose trim kits, rock and ice shielding of automotive exhaust connectors, rodent protection, electronic shielding and architectural trim.