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IS-Rayfast offer a comprehensive range of
high performance lacing tapes, cords and
braiding yarns, used throughout the
aerospace, electronics, medical and many
smaller specialist manufacturing industries.
The lacing tapes have been manufactured to
meet the CID A-A-52080-4 (MIL-T-43435)
specification and cover the five materials
commonly used: Polyamide (Nylon),
Polyester (Dacron), Tetrafluorocarbon
(Teflon), Glass (Fibreglass) and heat
resistant polyamide (Nomex). When
specifying a lacing tape, performance
parameters such as fibre type (raw
material), size (physical dimensions), form
(flat or round), finish, tensile strength and
colour should be considered.

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Fibre
Fibre Type
CID-A-A-52080 Type 1 Braided Nylon (Polyamide) Lacing Tape
• General purpose lacing tape
CID-A-A-52081 Type 11 Braided Polyester (Dacron) Lacing Tape
• Superior knot tying properties to Nylon
• High temperature performance available in a range of finishes
• Suitable for aerospace/NASA applications
• Also available “Pre-shrunk” to reduce longitudinal shrinkage
CID-A-A-52082 Type 111 Braided Teflon Lacing Tape
• High heat resistance
• Good resistance to fluids and solvents
• Suitable for aircraft engine applications
• Also available “Pre-shrunk” to reduce longitudinal shrinkage
CID-A-A-52083 Type 1V Braided Fibreglass Lacing Tape
• Extremely high temperature performance
• Very low elongation
• Minimal fibre to fibre abrasion (Teflon pre-treated yarn)
• Produced from continuous filament electrical grade glass (E-Glass)
CID-A-A-52084 Type V Braided Nomex (Heat resistant) Lacing Tape
• Extremely high temperature performance
• Non flammable
• Highly resistant to fluids and lubricants
• Suitable for critical aircraft harness applications, identifiable by a green coloured tracer
Siz e
The physical dimensions of lacing tapes, coupled with the type of fibre used, will effect the overall strength
of the finished tape. Generally, larger wire and cable bundles use tapes with a high tensile strength. The
following tables provide the information required to select the lacing tape, for any given application
requirement.
Form
There are two form options available:
Braided flat lacing tape
• Used extensively throughout the aerospace industry
• Increased knot retention
• Ideal for applications requiring reductions in size and weight
• Good vibration performance with long term integrity and reliability
Round and twisted braided cords
• Good all-round performance
• Ideal for less demanding industrial and commercial harness applications
Finishes
A wide range of lacing tape finishes are available that meet the requirements of the CID-A-A-52080 to
CID-A-A-52084 (MIL-T-43435), as well as demanding industrial and commercial applications. Finishes are
generaly used to improve a lacing tapes physical properties and performance characteristics. The following
finishes are currently available, however not all finishes are available on all products. For further information
please contact IS-Rayfast.

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MIL-Spec Finishes Material (% Content) Comments

A (Gudebrod finish U) No Finish General Purpose

B (Gudebrod finish W) Wax impregnated Enhanced Performance

(15% - 32% by weight) Good fungicidal properties
Industry “Standard”
Uses a microcrystalline wax

C (Gudebrod finish H) Synthetic Rubber Good knot retention

(7% - 17% by weight)

C (Gudebrod finish Z) Flame retarded rubber Flame retarded

(7% - 17% by weight) Self extinguishing

C (Gudebrod finish PTH) Low out-gassing rubber Type 11 Polyester products ONLY
(7% - 17% by weight) Low out-gassing
Suitable for NASA applications

D (Gudebrod finish T) Teflon Type 1V glass tape ONLY

(10% - 20% by weight) Reduced fibre abrasion
Reduced knot slip resistance

E (Gudebrod finish R) Vinyl Good resistance to aviation fluids

(15% - 30% by weight) Fair knot resistance

F (Gudebrod finish S) Silicone resin Good knot retention properties

(7% - 17% by weight)

G (Gudebrod finish B/G) Nylon Type 1 Nylon (B) & V Nomex (G) ONLY
(4% - 14% by weight) Good resistance to fluids
Good resistance to hydrocarbon fuels
Nylon finish stiffens tape
Reduced knot resistance

Tensile Strength
Strength
The tensile strength will vary dependant on the material type and size. The tensile strength (breaking
strength) of each product is thoroughly tested and measured in kilograms (Kg’s). Please refer to the
following tables or alternatively contact IS-Rayfast for assistance regarding your specific application
requirements.
Colour
The standard lacing tape colours are natural and black, dependant on the type of material used. For further
information on the additional range of colours available, please refer to the following tables or
alternatively contact IS-Rayfast.

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Type 1 CID-A-A-52080 Braided Nylon Lacing Tape

Size Style Tape Width Tape Thickness Breaking Melting Spool
Min (mm) Max (mm) Min (mm) Max (mm) Strength Point Sizes
1 26 4.57 5.59 0.33 0.48 61.23kg +248ºC 228m
2 23 2.51 3.07 0.30 0.46 36.29kg +248ºC 228m
3 18 1.96 2.39 0.28 0.43 22.68kg +248ºC 457m
4 22 1.37 1.68 0.23 0.38 11.34kg +248ºC 457m
5 20 1.14 1.40 0.15 0.36 6.80kg +248ºC 457m
N/A 21 1.42 1.73 0.13 0.28 9.07kg +248ºC 457m
N/A 15 0.74 0.89 0.03 0.23 3.18kg +248ºC 457m
Finishes MIL Spec finish Gudebrod Finish Comments
Untreated natural Nylon A U General purpose
Wax impregnated B W Good handling
Synthetic rubber C H Excellent knot retention
Soft vinyl E R Abrasion resistant finish
Polyamide (Nylon) G B Resistant to oils and chemicals
Operating Temperature
• -55ºC to +121ºC
Or dering Information
Information
Standard colours: Natural (Off White) and Black. Additional colours are available.
Ordering description: Specify Style, Gudebrod finish and colour.
Ordering Example: 18B Black

Type 11 CID-A-A-52081 Braided Pol

Poly
yester Lacing Tape
Size Style Tape Width Tape Thickness Breaking Melting Spool
Min (mm) Max (mm) Min (mm) Max (mm) Strength Point Sizes
1 26D 4.57 5.59 0.33 0.48 61.23kg +250ºC 228m
2 23D 2.51 3.07 0.30 0.46 36.29kg +250ºC 228m
3 18D 1.96 2.39 0.28 0.43 22.68kg +250ºC 457m
4 22D 1.37 1.68 0.23 0.38 11.34kg +250ºC 457m
5 21D 1.14 1.40 0.15 0.36 6.80kg +250ºC 457m
N/A 20D 1.09 1.35 0.10 0.25 5.44kg +250ºC 457m
N/A 15D 0.74 0.89 0.05 0.20 1.81kg +250ºC 457m
Finishes MIL Spec finish Gudebrod Finish Comments
Untreated natural Nylon A U General purpose
Wax impregnated B W Good handling
Synthetic rubber C H Excellent knot retention
Synthetic rubber C Z/PTH Flame retarded/Low out-gassing
Vinyl E R Abrasion resistant finish
Polyamide (Nylon) G B Resistant to oils and chemicals
Operating Temperature
emperature
• -73ºC to +177ºC
Or dering Information
Information
Standard colours: Natural (Off White) and Black. Additional colours are available.
Ordering description: Specify Style, Gudebrod finish, colour and pre-shrunk if applicable.
Ordering Example: 22D Z Black PS
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Type 111 CID-A-A-52082 Braided Teflon Lacing Tape

Size Style Tape Width Tape Thickness Breaking Melting Spool
Min (mm) Max (mm) Min (mm) Max (mm) Strength Point Sizes
2 256 2.74 3.35 0.23 0.36 13.61kg +327ºC 228m
4 231 1.50 1.83 0.23 0.36 6.80kg +327ºC 457m
N/A 230 0.71 0.86 0.64 0.79 6.35kg +327ºC 457m
N/A 302 0.25 - - - 1.81kg +327ºC 457m
Note: Residual shrinkage is <3% after 16 hours at 218ºC.

Finishes MIL Spec finish Gudebrod Finish Comments

Untreated natural Teflon A U Poor knot tying characteristics
Synthetic rubber C H Improved knot retention

Operating Temperature
• -177ºC to +288ºC
Or dering Inf ormation
Standard colours: Natural (Dark Brown) Only.Teflon fibres cannot be dyed or coloured.
Ordering description: Specify Style, Gudebrod finish, colour and pre-shrunk (PS) if applicable.
Ordering Example: 230H PS natural

Type 1V CID-A-A-52083 Braided Fibreglass

Fibreglass Lacing Tape
Size Style Tape Width Tape Thickness Breaking Melting Spool
Min (mm) Max (mm) Min (mm) Max (mm) Strength Point Sizes
1 26X 5.16 6.30 0.33 0.48 90.72kg +1150ºC 228m
2 23X 2.51 3.07 0.33 0.48 45.36kg +1150ºC 228m
3 18X 1.96 2.39 0.33 0.48 34.02kg +1150ºC 457m
4 22X 1.37 1.68 0.33 0.48 22.68kg +1150ºC 457m
N/A 21X 1.73 2.11 0.30 0.46 31.75kg +1150ºC 457m
Note: All fibreglass tapes are pre-coated with a Teflon polymer to minimise fibre to fibre abrasion

Finishes MIL Spec finish Gudebrod Finish Comments

Untreated natural Fibreglass A U Poor knotting characteristics
Synthetic rubber C Z Improved knot retention
Teflon D T Improved abrasion resistance
Silicone F S Improved knot retention
Operating Temperature
emperature
• -55ºC to +427ºC
Or dering Inf ormation
Standard colours: Natural (White) Fibreglass cannot be dyed, but the finish may be pigmented black
Ordering description: Specify Style, Gudebrod finish and colour.
Ordering Example: 23XT Black

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Type V CID-A-A-52084 Braided Nome x Lacing Tape

Size Style Tape Width Tape Thickness Breaking Melting Spool
Min (mm) Max (mm) Min (mm) Max (mm) Strength Point Sizes
1 726 4.57 5.59 0.33 0.48 38.56kg +371ºC 228m
2 723 2.51 3.07 0.28 0.43 22.68kg +371ºC 228m
3 718 1.73 2.11 0.23 0.38 15.88kg +371ºC 457m
4 722 1.27 1.55 0.18 0.33 11.34kg +371ºC 457m
N/A 1342 2.06 2.51 0.43 0.58 31.75kg +371ºC 228m
N/A 946 0.30 - - - 2.27kg +371ºC 457m
Note: Braided Nomex lacing tape shrinkage is <2% at +260ºC.

Finishes MIL Spec finish Gudebrod Finish Comments

Untreated natural Nomex A U General purpose
Wax impregnated B W Good handling
Synthetic rubber C H Excellent knot retention
Synthetic rubber C Z Plus Flame retarded
Silicone F S Improved knot retention
Polyamide (Nylon) G G Resistant to oils and chemicals

Operating Temperature
• -55ºC to +260ºC
Or dering Information
Information
Standard colours: Natural (Off White) with a Green tracer. Additional colours are available with
or without tracer.
Ordering description: Specify Style, Gudebrod finish and colour.
Ordering Example: 726Z Natural

Tuf-Test
uf-Test Non Braided Lacing Tape
Tuf-Test is a low cost, non MIL-Spec lacing tape, suitable for industrial and commercial harness applications.
Size Style Tape Width Tape Thickness Breaking Spool Bobbin
Nominal (mm) Nominal (mm) Strength Sizes Sizes
1 70 2.29 0.48 31.75kg 686m 18m
2 50 1.78 0.41 22.68kg 914m 27m
3 35 1.57 0.33 15.88kg 914m 41m
Note: Style 70 complies with the IBM specification 147440.
Finish uses a fungicidal micro-crystalline wax (24% - 40%)

Operating Temperature
emperature
• -55ºC to +121ºC
Or dering Inf ormation
Standard colour: Natural (Off White).
Standard packaging: Spools and Bobbins are available subject to an MOQ.
Ordering description: Specify Style and Put-up.
Ordering Example: 70 Tuf-Test Box

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Nome x Overbraiding
Overbraiding Yarn (Type
(Type PAA
PAA MIL-C-572)
Nomex is an electrical grade material constructed of a continuous filament, non-melting aromatic
Polyamide Yarn.
Yarn No. of Breaking Melting Yarn Spool
Size Filiments Strength Point Elongation Size
200 denier 100 0.85kg (min) +371ºC 35% 4572m
1200 denier 600 5.22kg (min) +371ºC 37% 762m
Overbraiding Finishes Comments
U Untreated General Purpose
B Bonded with non-corrosive flame retardant Polyamide Superior abrasion resistance
Excellent fluid resistance
Operating Temperature
emperature
• -55ºC to +260ºC
Or dering Inf ormation
Standard colours: Natural (Off White), and Green. Additional colours are also available, however specific
colour requirements cannot be guaranteed.
Put-up
T: Up to 8 parallel ends wound on cardboard tubes.
R: Up to 8 parallel ends wound on plastic ratchet bobbins.

Put-up Length Width Height Tube Taper

(Inc tube) (Braid only) (Tube only) (Bobbin) (Braid) (Dia max) (max)
T 133.5 120.65 6.35 - 47.63 20.96 30º
R 155.58 134.94 - 46.04 44.45 7.94 -
Note: Both T and R Put-up formats are suitable for use on the New England Butt No2 Braiding Machines.
Each package, tube (T) or ratchet (R) is marked with the material type, denier, number of ends, manufacturer
(Gudebrod) and the lot number. Colour variations of dyed Nomex are considered normal.

Or dering Information
Information
Ordering description: Specify the denier, finish, colour, number of ends, material and bobbin
requirements.
Ordering Example: 200 B Natural 1x4 Nomex R

Note: Polyester overbraiding yarn (MIL-C-572 Type PSTR) is also available.

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Recommended knots

Approvals Ov er vie w
• Airbus NSA 8420
• Boeing BMS-13-54D
• CID A-A52080-4 (Type 1-5)
• Eurofighter J96.502§
• Eurofighter JN 1127-8
• Eurofighter JN 1127-12
• Mcdonnell Douglas ps 17115
• Panavia J96.502
• Panavia 6481
• Panavia 75.8999
• Raytheon 268-10-11
• Rolls Royce ESW 1900
• Sikorsky SS 7057
• Westland EE 423

Note: For further information on the range of lacing tapes, cords and braiding yarns available, or assistance with
your specific requirements please contact IS-Rayfast.

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