DOUBLE SLEEVING EXAMPLES
EACH PIECE A PIECE UNIQUE!
With thousands of potential combinations, our USB and mechanical keyboard cables can be made to your exact specifications! Read on and find more info on how each different sleeving looks and affects the overall feel of the cable
CREATE SOMETHING TOTALLY UNIQUE
There are so many options and combinations we can do, so here we'll lay out all the options with real world examples of each different combo. There is quite a lot of info here, but we want to make the PERFECT cable for you! It is a good idea to gain some knowledge about this step in the process as each base and double sleeving can completely change the look of your cable!
BASE LAYER
First off, we need to decide on your base layer.
For coils & straight cables, we recommend choosing 550 (USA made paracord) for the base with either your choice of Techflex or MDPC-X as the double sleeving layer... more info below!
For straight cables, you can go with MDPC-X or 550 with the base layer and Techflex or MDPC-X as the double sleeving layer
DOUBLE SLEEVING
Double sleeving is a great addition to both straight and coiled cables. Read on and see real world examples of Techflex and MDPC-X double sleeving and see the benefits and unique looks of each!
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550 BASE + TECHFLEX DOUBLE SLEEVING
The classic. How it all started! 550 USA paracord and Techflex double sleeving is the best of both worlds. Good for coils and straight cables, allows the base layer to show through to create some amazing combos!
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550 BASE + MDPC-X DOUBLE SLEEVING
The sophiscated one. 550 USA paracord and MDPC-X double sleeving adds some class and style. Good for coils and straight cables. Best colour matched (e.g. 550 Black base and MDPC-X Blackest Black double sleeving).
MDPC-X double sleeving can create some sick combinations, scroll down for more examples!
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MDPC-X BASE + TECHFLEX DOUBLE SLEEVING
The outsider. For those who want something different. MDPC-X base layer and Techflex double sleeving is for those who want extra texture and dimension to their cable. Best to go for darker colours as the base layer, such as MDPC-X Blackest Black, Carbon or grey shades. Pair with Techflex Clear for a classier look or one of the lighter shades/ carbon for added depth and texture. Not recommended for coils!
TECHFLEX DOUBLE SLEEVING EXAMPLES
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TECHFLEX WHITE
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex White Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX CLEAR
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Clear Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX CARBON
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Carbon Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX BLACK
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Black Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX RED
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Red Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX YELLOW
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Yellow Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX ORANGE
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Orange Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX PURPLE
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Purple Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX NAVY BLUE
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Navy Blue Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX AQUA BLUE
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Aqua Blue Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX NEON GREEN
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Neon Green Double Sleeving example
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TECHFLEX PLATINUM GREY
550 Black and 550 Arctic White
Techflex Platinum Grey Double Sleeving example
MDPC-X DOUBLE SLEEVING EXAMPLES
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MDPC-X NATURAL WHITE
See how a light base and light MDPC-X double sleeving effects the look of the cable. With a light 550 base and light MDPC-X the cable can really POP! Nice, bright base layers pair well with MDPC-X Transparency, lighter liquid / carbon colours and shades like Mellow Yellow and Atomic Green. The lighter the MDPC-X the more POP and brightness. Go with a 550 Arctic White base and light MDPC-X for a show stopper cable!
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MDPC-X TRANSPARENCY
550 Base and MDPC-X Transparency can create some stunning effects. As MDPC-X is a super clear and light double sleeving, you can see a lot of the base layer. Goes well with solid, patterened or camo 550. Match with Arctic White for a snowy look, any of the 550 camos or patterns will create a super contrast-y finish. Let your imagination go wild! Basically anything will look sweet with this combo!
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MDPC-X BLACKEST BLACK
Pair the base layer with the double sleeving for a super deep and dark finish (e.g. 550 Black with MDPC-X Blackest Black) or go with a contrasting base layer for a little fleck of contrast peeping through (e.g. 550 Arctic White with MDPC-X Blackest Black).
As you can see, a black base and double sleeving makes the cable super dark and slick... with a white base and black MDPC-X double sleeving, you can see a small amount of the base layer showing through!
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MDPC-X LIQUID RED
A great example of the effect of the liquid and carbon MDPC-X colours can have on the base 550 layer. Match the base layer for extra deep colour (e.g. 550 Blood Red and MDPC-X Liquid Red) or contrast the base layer for a super unique look (e.g. 550 Arctic White and MDPC-X Liquid Red)!
OTHER EXAMPLES
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550 BASE- PATTERNED, CAMO & EVERYTHING ELSE!
We have TONS of different paracord base colours. If you want to add something a little funky to your board, choose one of our many patterned & camo style 550 base layers with Techflex Clear or MDPC-X Transparency to add some depth and extra dimension to your cable!
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550 BASE & MDPC-X DOUBLE SLEEVING- BUT WITH A DIFFERENCE!
With a camo or patterned 550 base, you can choose to add a little flair to your cable with MDPC-X as the double sleeving. MDPC-X has a thicker cable weave than Techflex, so it won't show as much base layer through. Expect little flashes of colour from the 550 base. Go with a bold pattern and a liquid or carbon MDPC-X for the best results!
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MDPC-X BASE & TECHFLEX DOUBLE SLEEVING- A FEW NOTES
MDPC-X has a thicker weave compared to Techflex's thinner weave. MDPC-X is made of 3 strands whereas Techflex only has 1. Both materials are made of PET (plastic) and when Techflex is added to MDPC-X you can come up with some cool effects. NOTE however, we recommend using the darker shades of MDPC-X as the base if you plan to go down this route, as you may see a little of the black USB cable underneath!
SHRINK TUBING COLOURS
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BLACK
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WHITE
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RED
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PALE ORANGE
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YELLOW
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BLUE
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GREEN
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PURPLE
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GREY
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BROWN
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CLEAR