Ex-Flex Sleeves
Protect Critical Components from Internal & External Heat Sources
Clevaflex Ex-Flex™ Sleeves are convoluted, multi-ply sleeves using two layers of mechanically overlapped aluminum foil bonded together with a thermosetting adhesive.
Ex-Flex Sleeves have dual functionality:
Thermal Protection – Ex-Flex Sleeves can retain heat as an insulator to prevent excessive radiant heat from damaging surrounding components.
Heat Shielding – Ex-Flex can also protect components from other heat sources with its black aluminum exterior finish and new wall design.
The new proprietary design and manufacturing process enables the Ex-Flex Sleeve to be lightweight and crush-resistant, yet capable of being precisely bent to contour pre-bent tubing designs.
A cost-effective alternative to traditional heat shields, Ex-Flex Sleeves have a highly engineered appearance using black aluminum. They allow for custom ends (slits, slots or notches) to improve thermal protection and simplify installation. Ex-Flex Sleeves are available in diameter sizes from 12 mm to 76 mm.
Primary Applications:
- EGR Systems
- Power Steering hoses
- Air Conditioning hoses
- Heater / Radiator hoses
- TOC and Fuel lines
- Brake lines or hoses
- Ram Air / Turbo Systems
- Exhaust and Downpipes
Features:
- Superior thermal protection
- Aesthetically appealing
- Fray resistant
- Crush resistant
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Fluid resistant
- Abrasion protection
- Easy to install and route
- Custom end finished (slit, slot or notch)
| Sleeve Type | Materials (Inside to Outside) |
|---|---|
| Ex-Flex | Aluminum – Black Aluminum |
| Test | Property | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Heat Aging | 10 hours at 350°C | No Delamination |
| Long Term Durability | 500 hours at 232°C | No Delamination |
| Thermal Endurance | 6 hours 12 mm away from 550°C heat source | No Delamination |
For material specification, product drawings or other information, please contact our sales and engineering offices at 216.941.6505.
The foregoing specifications and illustrations are for informational purposes only. Nothing contained therein is intended to, nor shall it be construed as, a representation, warranty or guaranty of any type, including the fitness of the product for any purpose. Users are encouraged to make their own evaluations and to conduct their own testing to determine the suitability of any of our products for a specific application.