Chemical exposure, environmental pressure, weather, and flexibility issues can cause the wire to corrode.
Chemicals - For many household appliances and underground cable applications, there are harmful chemicals.
Luckily, Performance Wire & Cable offers HALAR cathodic protection cable. This insulated wire is highly resistant to chlorine, hydrogen gases, and other chemicals that lead to corrosion. HALAR wire is commonly used directly in water and damp environments because of its properties.
KYNAR insulated cables are also a good choice if you’re looking for chemical resistance.
Weather - There are insulated wires explicitly made to perform in high temperatures and those best suited for very fridged temperatures. Cross-linked polyethylene, also known as XLPE cables, are perfect for these types of applications. Additionally, insulated wire offers protection against wetness.
Flexibility - If a cable is going to be bent frequently, it must have proper insulation to give it freedom of motion. If not, the wire will not last.
Pressure - It’s no secret that wires are also commonly used underground. There can be an incredible amount of pressure on the wire from the weight of the earth above it. To maintain maximum performance, wires cannot succumb to being crushed.
HMWPE cathodic protection cables provide outstanding resistance to crushing and pressure. The wire insulation is a high molecular weight polyethylene material protecting your copper cables.