The simplest way to change a cable for improved flexibility is to change the insulation type. Most cable jackets are made from PVC, but we steer customers toward cable with polyurethane (PUR) insulation when flexibility is a concern. Another method to improve flexibility is to use wire with a higher strand count (the number of individual strands in the wire). Most 16 AWG wire is made of around 30 strands of 26 AWG wire. If you want a more flexible 16 AWG cable, look for 16 AWG wire with a strand count around 80, rather than 30. That performance comes at a cost, so take care to know what you need, or you’ll spend on extras that don’t add value.