suture thread for braided hoses?

[ChuckT]

Has anyone used braided synthetic suture thread to simulate braided hose lines found on engines and in various compartments?

 

If you have, does the diameter of the thread vary with the size of the suture? Where did you get it from?

 

Thanks in advance,

Chuck.

 

[thierry laurent]

FYI, it is also possible to find braided fishing line.

 

I used it in my Seafire cockpit.

[Bill_S]

I've used solder wick and I also have some thermocouple wire with braided insulation.

 

You can also roll a flat file at an angle across solder, then turn the file to a "negative" angle and repeat. It takes a little practice. It's tough to see in the photo...