AIRflex-KUW-PVC-AS
Reinforced PVC-sheathed conduit for flexible, liquid-tight cable protection
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Spiral Plastic Conduits for Flexible Cable Protection
AIRflex® spiral non-corrugated conduit is used for specialized cable protection applications where flexibility, compressibility, liquid-tight performance, smooth conduit surfaces, or easier cable pull-in are important. AIRflex conduit families include reinforced plastic-sheathed conduits, smooth-wall conduits, PVC sleeves, steel-braided protective sleeves, and food-equipment conduit options.
IBIS Electro-Products supplies AIRflex® conduit families from FLEXA for automation systems, conveyor equipment, food and beverage machinery, medical technology, and special machine construction. Use this page to compare AIRflex conduit options by construction type, sheath material, surface profile, and required protection level.
Reinforced and Smooth AIRflex® Conduit Families
AIRflex-KUW-PU-AS
PU-sheathed reinforced conduit for abrasion resistance, flexibility, and durability
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AIRflex-KUW-EDU-AS
Steel-braided reinforced conduit for added mechanical protection and basic EMI/RFI reduction
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AIRflex-GRS-FOOD
Blue smooth-wall conduit with FDA and ECOLAB compliant material for easier cleaning
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AIRflex® conduit families are commonly used in:
- automation systems
- conveyor systems
- food and beverage equipment
- medical technology
- special machine construction
- applications requiring smooth exterior surfaces or easier cable pull-in
- installations requiring reinforced, liquid-tight, or abrasion-resistant conduit
How to Choose the Right AIRflex® Spiral Conduit
Selection depends on construction type, sheath material, surface profile, and whether additional protection is required.
- KUW — choose KUW conduit where a spring steel wire helix with plastic sheathing is needed for reinforced cable protection.
- K— choose K conduit when a full-plastic conduit with a smooth inner surface is sufficient for easier wire and cable pull-in.
- GRS — choose GRS conduit when smooth inner and outer surfaces are important for easier cable pull-in and exterior cleaning.
- PU — choose PU-sheathed versions where higher abrasion resistance, chemical resistance, flexibility, and durability are needed.
- Steel-braided versions — choose steel-braided versions when added protection against friction, mechanical wear, or hot chips is needed.
- GRS-FOOD — choose GRS-FOOD for food-equipment applications where smooth surfaces and food-safe material selection are important.
AIRflex® Conduit Fittings
AIRflex conduits are used with AIRflex plastic fittings and, for certain applications, select metal body fittings.
The two main plastic fitting options are:
Select metal body fittings are also used with certain AIRflex conduit types.
Frequently Asked Questions about AIRflex® Plastic Conduits
What is AIRflex® spiral conduit used for?
AIRflex conduit is used in specialized cable protection applications where flexibility, compressibility, liquid-tight performance, or smooth conduit surfaces are important.
How do I choose between KUW, K, and GRS conduit types?
KUW uses a spring steel wire helix with plastic sheathing. K is a full-plastic conduit with a smooth inner surface. GRS has smooth inner and outer surfaces for easier cable pull-in and easier cleaning.
What fittings are used with AIRflex® conduit?
AIRflex conduit is commonly used with USK compression-style plastic fittings and LKI rotatable plastic fittings. Selected metal-body fittings may also be used for certain AIRflex conduit types and applications.
Need help selecting the right AIRflex® conduit family?
Choosing the right AIRflex® conduit depends on conduit construction, sheath material, surface profile, cable pull-in requirements, liquid-tight performance, abrasion exposure, cleaning needs, and fitting compatibility. IBIS Electro-Products can help compare AIRflex conduit families for your application.