Installing THHN cable in cold weather
Experiencing cold weather can cause problems for your skin, your heating bills — and your cable installations. In particular, thermoplastic, high-heat resistant, nylon-coated (THHN) cables can be difficult to work with in the cold. THHN cables are versatile and capable, but they’re designed for high-heat applications, not cold ones. They’re vulnerable to deterioration in cold…
Information About Foil Tape And Tinned Copper Shielding
Copper is a high-performing metal well-suited for tasks from safeguarding electrical connections to sealing seams that experience high temperatures and humidity. This material is available in two forms — foil tape and shielding — to deliver excellent function and longevity. Compare foil tape and tinned copper shielding to determine the best acrylic adhesive-backed solution for…
TFFN vs. THHN Wire
Choosing wire for various projects requires understanding the specific ratings for different wire types. When it comes to wires with acronyms, knowing what makes each type distinct can be difficult. For instance, many people find they need help understanding the difference between TFFN and THHN wire because their names are so similar. Knowing the differences…
THHN vs Romex Wire
THHN and Romex® are two of the most commonly used types of electrical wire. However, there are notable differences between the two. To understand which wire is best for your project, you must know the capabilities of each wire type. This guide explains the differences between THHN wire and Romex®. What Is Romex® Wire? Romex®…
Bare Copper Wire & Types
We use electrical energy every day — it runs businesses and homes and powers our everyday tasks. Since its discovery, people have been inventing and developing different types of cables and wires to effectively transmit power to the devices that light up our houses and power our industries. One such wire is copper wire, available…
Three Types of Electrical Wire: THHN, UFB, and Romex Wire
There are many types of electrical wire available for consumers, however, it’s easy to get confused by the different types. The most common types of electrical wire are THHN, Romex, and UFB wire. However, in order to understand which electrical wire will do the best job for a specific project, it’s best to know the…
Copper Wire Insulation
There are several different types of copper wire insulation and applications, making it challenging to know which one is right for your project. The three types of cable insulation primarily used are plastics, rubbers and fluoropolymers. Types of Copper Wire Insulation The insulating materials often used to cover copper wire fall into two classes —…
Why Romex Wiring Can’t be Used Outdoors
Romex© Outdoor Conduit Romex is a type of electrical wire used in various applications. While Romex is a useful electrical wire for many applications, it is not often used in outdoor settings, despite containing thermoplastic high heat-resistant nylon-coated (THHN) thermoplastic high water-resistant nylon-coated (THWN) wires. While THHN and THWN wires can be used in outdoor settings, they cannot be put directly…
THHN, THWN and THW Acronym Explanations
Years ago, you could buy THHN, THWN, THW, THHW or THWN-2 wires, each one made for a specific installation, but now we use multi-rated THHN/THWN-2 as a universal building wire. THHN, THWN and THW are all types of single-conductor electrical wire used in homes and buildings to deliver power. Previously, each acronym was a completely different…
Welding Cable vs. THHN Electrical Wire
Whether you’re in the construction, automotive or electric business, you’ve likely witnessed the benefits of using welding cables and THHN wires for your projects. These small but mighty wiring options can supply power to your secondary control circuits, machinery and appliances. Wherever you need to supply or transfer power during your projects, welding cable and…