Burndy® Product Guide
When you embark on an electrical project, selecting the best crimping tool, lugs and other components can streamline your workflow and contribute to your success. As a leading manufacturer of mechanical, compression or hand tools, Burndy® is a popular option for many projects. These crimping tools and lugs work effortlessly, creating reliable connections. Although the Burndy®…
Shielded vs. Unshielded Cables
Choosing between shielded and unshielded wire involves comparing several factors, particularly the level of surrounding interference. You must assess the fundamental differences, their best-suited applications (such as fire cable), budgetary allowances, cable flexibility and its ability to shield against electromagnetic interference. Shielded cables are typically more expensive, bulkier, less flexible and intended for harsher environments…
UL1283 Wire Guide
There are many different types of hook-up wire, each with various characteristics. UL1283 is one of these, featuring stranded tinned copper and higher voltage capabilities than some other types of hook-up wire. It passes many different safety standards, and its most popular application is in appliances. Let’s take a closer look at this versatile wire. What Is UL1283…
What Is PTFE Wire?
PTFE wire is made of fluorinated thermoplastic insulation that is flexible, nonreactive and hydrophobic. That means it can bend extremely well without damaging the wire or the coating, and it resists ingress by chemicals and water. These qualities are critical in a wide range of devices. A more extensive list of PTFE’s protective properties includes…
What Is XHHW Wire?
Each letter in the acronym for XHHW refers to a different component of its construction: X: The X refers to cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation. It provides much of the wire’s toughness and durability, even in very low or high temperatures. HH: High heat resistance is important in many different environments. XHHW-2, the modern version of XHHW,…
What Is Kynar Wire?
A lot of people like to use Kynar wire because it is small but mighty. For instance, the Kynar 28 American Wire Gauge (AWG) type can handle up to 36 volts of power with a resistance of up to 5 amps. The Kynar jacket or insulation helps it fit into small spaces thanks to its thin construction. The conductivity is high, so the power supply…
What Is Copper MC Cable?
Copper MC cable gets its name from the aluminum wrapping on its jacket. ‘MC’ stands for “metal clad”, due to the cable being covered in a metallic coating. Contact Us Today Where do you use metal clad cable? The aluminum interlocked armor in MC cable helps it perform in a wide range of applications, including:…
SJOOW vs SOOW Wire
SJOOW and SOOW wires are some of the best multiconductor portable cords available to electricians on the market today. While these wires are both incredibly tough and suitable for multiple applications, they differ in significant ways. If you’re on the market for cables for a project, you may want to know more about these wires…
What is Welding Cable and How Do I Know Which to Buy?
What is Welding Cable? Why Buy Welding Cable? The Benefits of Welding Cable Knowing Which Welding Cable to Purchase Welding Cable Alternatives Whether we like it or not, sometimes our machines fall apart. The wires fail to send electricity through them to power the machine or some other mechanical breakage causes the machine to malfunction.…
Underground Feeder Cable (UFB) Season
What Is UF-B Cable? UF-B Cable Applications Let’s take a closer look at UF-B cable, what options it comes in and how you can use it in different applications. What Is UF-B Cable? UF-B cable is a type of cable rated for direct burial without any conduit, thanks to several characteristics that allow it to…