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 Spring-Fast Grommet Edging:  Overview

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Spring-Fast Grommets protect wires and cables from chafing and arcing.

Benefits

  • Superior performance: encapsulated spring steel core outperforms plastic grommets.
  • Snap on installation lowers costs 49% vs. grommets with glue.  Watch the 4 min. video below.
  • Improves efficiency 9.5x – due to fewer steps in workflow.

Grommet Differentiation Table (GDT)

Grommet SeriesCastle GeometryFlexibilityPolymer CoatingExtra Cushion100% TPE EncapsulationHigh HeatMil SpecApplication MethodNotes
TAlternating2 axisYesNoNo285°F/140°CNoSnap on/No adhesiveNo cure time delay
BTAlternating2 axisYesYes No185°F/85°CNoSnap on/No adhesiveNo cure time delay
AP OpposingMulti axisYesNoNo285°F/140°CNoSnap on/No adhesiveNo cure time delay
FM OpposingMulti axisYesNoNo285°F/140°CNoSnap on/No adhesive1 side flush
No cure time delay
BAP OpposingMulti axisYesYes No285°F/140°CNoSnap on/No adhesiveNo cure time delay
SL OpposingMulti axisYesNoYes203°F/95°CNoSnap on/No adhesiveNo cure time delay
SL-FST OpposingMulti axisYesNoYes194°F/90°CNoSnap on/No adhesiveEN45545-2/NFPA130 compliant
No cure time delay
NASM22529/1Alternating2 axisYesNoNo285°F/140°CYesSnap on/No adhesiveNo cure time delay
NASM22529/2Alternating2 axisYesYes No185°F/85°CYesSnap on/No adhesiveFAA Acceptable
No cure time delay
NASM22529/3 OpposingMulti-axisYesYes No285°F/140°CYesSnap on/No adhesiveFAA Acceptable
No cure time delay
High Heat (AP) OpposingMulti axisUncoatedNoNo800°F/427°CNoSnap on/No adhesiveNo cure time delay
High Heat (FM) OpposingMulti axisUncoatedNoNo800°F/427°CNoSnap on/No adhesive1 side flush
No cure time delay
FOR REFERENCE
MS21266 Nylon Opposing2 axisNAYes NA257°F/125°CYesAdhesive Required8-24hr cure time delay
MS21266 Teflon Opposing2 axisNAYes NA527°F/275°CYesAdhesive Required8-24hr cure time delay

Applications

  • Aerospace, rail, IT/telecom, automotive, construction, medical instrumentation, food service

Features

Spring-Fast is superior to the old inefficient, costly nylon grommet with glue.

  • Snaps on in seconds with finger pressure cutting total install costs by 49%
  • Encapsulated steel substrate locks onto the edge with proven retention
  • 2- or multi-axis flexibility fits single/multi-plane applications and small inside/outside radii
  • New NASM22529/3 has multi axis flexibility –perfect for flanged edges, lightening holes & penetrations
  • Chemically resistant to most hydrocarbons, Skydrol immersion, salt spray, shock & vibration resistance
  • Installs continuously and can be used on straight edges, holes and small inside and outside corners
  • U.S. Dept. of Defense and FAA Acceptable per NASM 22529/1, NASM 22529/2, NASM 22529/3
  • Cage Code: 0HES0, National Stock Numbers per Federal Supply Code 5325.
  • 12 types of Spring-Fast from High Heat to Military Spec will meet almost all needs
  • Customization available

    Spring-Fast Process Benefits

    • Significant reduction in installation steps saving time & money
    • No special handling, training or equipment s
    • No toxic adhesives/VOCs – a green solution with no clean-up or Haz-Mat issues
    • No fixturing or waiting for the adhesive to cure
    • No embrittlement of the nylon grommet or adhesive over time

    Specifications

    • Sheet Thickness of 0.020” (.5 mm) to 0.250” (6.4 mm)
    • Factory discrete cut lengths  or some factory precut lengths of:
      -25 ft. (7.8 m)
      -100 ft. (30.5 m)
      -500 ft. (150 m)
    • Tools available: Installation roller, full by-pass shears, castle removal, measuring scale,
      go-no go sizing gauge, cutter cart
    • Customization and Private branded kits are available

    Qualifications

    Spring-Fast Product ConfigurationsTAPFMBTBAPSLSL-FSTHigh HeatMil-Spec /1Mil-Spec /2Mil-Spec /3
    Axis ConformitySingleMultiMultiSingleMultiMultiMultiMultiSingleSingleMulti
    Vicat Softening Point per ASTM D01525 Rate BSubstrate Finish: ISO306 356ºF (180ºC)TPE Cushion: ISO306 230ºF (110ºC)-n/aSubstrate Finish: ISO306 356ºF (180ºC)TPE Cushion: ISO306 230ºF (110ºC)TPE Cushion: ISO306 230ºF (110ºC)
    Operating Temperature Range-40ºF to 285ºF (-40ºC to 140ºC)-40ºF to 185ºF (-40ºC to 85ºC)-67ºF to 203ºF (-55ºC to 95ºC)67 ºF to 194 ºF (-55 ºC to 90 ºC)-40ºF to 800ºF (-40ºC to 427ºC)285°F (140°C)185°F (85°C)185°F (85°C)
    Dielectric Strength Volts 60Hz NASM22529 Section 3.2.11000150020002000n/a100015001500
    SubstrateStainless SteelStainless SteelStainless SteelStainless SteelStainless SteelStainless Steel
    Taber Abrasion ResistanceNylon per NFT 30-015
    5mg to 8mg loss, 100 cycles
    TPE Cushion per D1044 1 KG load C17 Wheel 25mg loss, 1000 cyclesNo abrasion wear, weight or dialectic change at 280,800 cyclesn/aSubstrate Finish: Epoxy
    Per ASTM D 1044
    1 kg load, C17 Wheel
    8 mg loss 5000 cycles
    TPE Cushion: Per D1044
    1 kg load, C17 Wheel
    25 mg loss 1000 cycles
    TPE Cushion: Per D1044
    1 kg load, C17 Wheel25 mg loss 1000 cycles
    Finish (End Code)Nylon Black (02) Epoxy Blue (03) FDA White (04) Epoxy Green (06) Epoxy White (07) TPE Cushion
    Black (01)
    Gray(02)
    TPE Cushion
    Black (01)
    TPE Cushion
    Black(10)
    #2 finishCoating: Thermosetting Epoxy, Color: Lime Green per FED-STD 595, Color Number 14533Coating: Thermosetting Epoxy, Color: Lime Green per FED-STD 595, Color Number 14533
    Salt Spray Hours20003000-n/a500
    ASTM B117, MIL-STD-202, Method 301
    500
    ASTM B117, MIL-STD-202, Method 301
    500
    ASTM B117, MIL-STD-202, Method 301
    ImmersionPer NASM22529 and Skydol CompatiblePer NASM22529 PARAGRAPH 4.2.5n/aPer NASM22529 and Skydol CompatiblePer NASM22529 and Skydol CompatiblePer NASM22529 and Skydol Compatible
    Random Shock and VibrationMIL-STD-1344, Method 2005.1 Test Condition V1, Letter J
    .Duration 8 hours longitudinal and 8 hours perpendicular. rms G 41.7
    MIL-STD-810C, Method 516.2, Test Procedure IV
    Duration: 6 Milliseconds Peak Amplitude of 100g
    Per 3 Perpendicular Axes
    -MIL-STD-1344, Method 2005.1 Test Condition VI, Letter J
    Duration 8 hours longitudinal and 8 hours perpendicular, rms G 41.7
    MIL-STD-1344, Method 2005.1 Test Condition VI, Letter J
    Duration 8 hours longitudinal and 8 hours perpendicular, rms G 41.7
    MIL-STD-1344, Method 2005.1 Test Condition VI, Letter J
    Duration 8 hours longitudinal and 8 hours perpendicular, rms G 41.7
    FlammabilityUL94 V-0 File No. E113553 NZMT2 • MIL-STD-202F, Method 111A • FAR 25.853 • Telcordia GR-63-COREUL94 H-B File No E113553 NZMT2 EN-45545-1UL 94 V-0UL94 V-0 File No. E113553 NZMT2 • MIL-STD-202F, Method 111AUL94 V-0 File No. E113553 NZMT2 • MIL-STD-202F, Method 111AUL94 V-0 File No. E113553 NZMT2 • MIL-STD-202F, Method 111A
    Cross Reference Chart for NSNs & NATO Part NumbersCross Reference Chart for NSNs & NATO Part NumbersCross Reference Chart for NSNs & NATO Part Numbers
    Fabrication OptionsFactory pre-cut lengths • Bulk or private branded kits • Installation tool kit

    Sizes

    Product SizeT
    Panel Thickness
    Product Color CodeW
    Width
    Inches (mm)
    Inches (mm)AL GaugeAP/FMAPTFMBTBAPSLSL-FSTHigh Heat APHigh Heat FM
    00.020 - 0.030
    (0.5 - 0.8)
    24, 23, 22, 21Lt. Purple0.13 (3.3)N/A0.19 (4.8)0.21 (5.4)0.20 (5.1)0.13n/a
    10.029 - 0.045
    (0.7 - 1.1)
    20, 19, 18WhiteN/A0.21 (5.4)0.20 (5.1)0.13n/a
    20.044 - 0.056
    (1.1 - 1.4)
    17, 16Pink0.14 (3.6)0.21 (5.4)0.20 (5.1)0.130.14
    30.055 - 0.069
    (1.4 - 1.7)
    15, 14Yellow0.20 (5.1)0.130.14
    40.069 - 0.090
    (1.7 - 2.3)
    13, 12Blue0.18 (4.6)0.23 (5.8)0.28 (6.8)0.23 (5.8)0.28 (7.1)0.180.14
    50.089 - 0.114
    (2.3 - 2.9)
    11, 10, 9GreenN/A0.28 (7.1)0.18n/a
    60.113 - 0.130
    (2.9 - 3.3)
    8OrangeN/A0.28 (7.1)0.18n/a
    70.180 - 0.204
    (4.6 - 5.2)
    5, 4N/AN/A0.25 (6.4)N/A0.32 (8.1)N/AN/An/an/an/a
    80.240 - 0.260
    (6.1 - 6.6)
    2N/AN/A0.32 (8.1)N/A0.38 (9.6)N/AN/An/an/an/a