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High temperature wires are essential in applications where conventional cables would degrade or fail due to heat. Whether used in industrial ovens, aerospace systems, automotive engines, or high-power electrical systems, these wires are built to withstand extreme temperatures while maintaining electrical and mechanical integrity.<\/p>\n

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18 Gauge High Temperature Wire

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In this article, we explore the most common types of high temperature wires, their construction, insulation materials, temperature ratings, and ideal applications.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 What is High Temperature Wire?<\/h2>\n

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High temperature wire<\/a><\/strong> refers to electrical conductors that are insulated with materials capable of resisting elevated temperatures\u2014typically above 125\u00b0C<\/strong> and sometimes up to 450\u00b0C or higher<\/strong>. These wires are crucial in demanding environments such as foundries, chemical plants, aircraft, and industrial machinery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd0d Common High Temperature Wire Types<\/h2>\n

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Here are the most widely used high-temp wire types, classified by insulation material and temperature tolerance:<\/p>\n

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Wire Type<\/strong><\/th>\n

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Insulation Material<\/strong><\/th>\n

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PTFE Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)<\/td>\n

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-60\u00b0C to +200\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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Aerospace, electronics, medical equipment<\/td>\n

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FEP Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene<\/td>\n

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-100\u00b0C to +200\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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Food processing, lab equipment, chemical resistance<\/td>\n

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PFA Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Perfluoroalkoxy<\/td>\n

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-65\u00b0C to +250\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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Semiconductor manufacturing, harsh chemical exposure<\/td>\n

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Silicone Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Silicone Rubber<\/td>\n

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-60\u00b0C to +200\u00b0C (up to 250\u00b0C in some grades)<\/td>\n

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Household appliances, automotive, LED lighting<\/td>\n

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XLPE Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Cross-linked Polyethylene<\/td>\n

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-40\u00b0C to +125\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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Industrial power systems, transformers, motors<\/td>\n

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MGT Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Mica tape with Glass Braid<\/td>\n

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Up to +450\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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Furnaces, ovens, heating elements<\/td>\n

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TGGT Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Teflon\u00ae\/Glass\/Glass Tape<\/td>\n

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Up to +250\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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High-temp industrial heaters, power generation<\/td>\n

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SRML Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Silicone Rubber with Fiberglass<\/td>\n

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Up to +150\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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Electric motors, high-temp coils, industrial controls<\/td>\n

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ETFE Wire<\/strong><\/td>\n

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Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene<\/td>\n

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Up to +150\u00b0C \u2013 200\u00b0C<\/td>\n

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Military, avionics, nuclear, automotive wiring<\/td>\n

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