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Silicone wire, also known as silicone rubber insulated wire, is a high-performance wire that uses a special silicone rubber as its insulation layer. Its structure can be visualized as a high-quality metal conductor (such as a copper core) encased in a layer of elastic silicone "protective clothing." This design gives it superior performance unmatched by ordinary wires, making it an ideal choice for harsh environments such as high temperatures, extreme cold, frequent bending, and high safety requirements.   Its core value stems from four outstanding characteristics of silicone rubber material: 1. Extremely wide temperature range: It can operate stably in extreme temperatures from -60℃ to +200℃, adapting to stringent requirements from freezing environments to proximity to high-temperature heat sources. 2. Excellent flexibility and durability: Soft texture, small bending radius, resistant to frequent bending, particularly suitable for wiring in space-constrained or mobile applications. 3. Excellent safety and stability: Possesses good flame-retardant and self-extinguishing properties, and is resistant to ultraviolet radiation, ozone, and various chemicals, ensuring safety and reliability. 4. Strong environmental adaptability: Non-toxic and odorless; some specifications meet the special environmental standards of the medical and food industries.   Main Models and Application Scenarios I. Classification by Model UL3135 Silicone Wire: General-purpose high-performance choice Rated temperature: 150℃-200℃ Rated voltage: Typically 600V Features and uses: Uniform insulation thickness, easy to process. Widely used in internal connections of high-temperature electrical equipment, industrial instruments, and energy storage system components.   UL3239 Extra-soft Silicone Wire: High-flexibility, high-voltage solution Rated temperature: 150℃ (ambient temperature range -60℃ to +180℃) Rated voltage: 3kV-50kV DC voltage Features and uses: Finely stranded copper core, extremely flexible, waterproof and pressure resistant, designed specifically for high-temperature mobile devices and energy storage systems.     II. Classification by Application Scenarios (Taking Energy Storage Systems as an Example) High-Temperature Energy Storage Systems: Suitable for photovoltaic energy storage power stations in high-temperature regions such as deserts. It is recommended to use extra-soft silicone wire with a rated temperature of 200℃ or higher to ensure stable insulation and conductivity under long-term high-temperature operation. High-Current Energy Storage Systems: Designed for the high-current transmission requirements of large-scale energy storage power stations. Large cross-sectional area (e.g., 4/0AWG, 3/0AWG) silicone wire should be selected to reduce resistance loss and heat generation, ensuring safe and efficient current transmission. Low-Temperature Energy Storage Systems: Suitable for outdoor energy storage equipment in cold northern regions. Cold-resistant silicone wire that maintains flexibility and conductivity at temperatures down to -40℃ or even lower is required to ensure normal system operation in extreme cold conditions.   Professional Manufacturing, Enabling Reliable Connections Silicone wires, with their comprehensive performance, have become the preferred material for high-end applications in fields such as high-voltage wiring harnesses for new energy vehicles, industrial electric furnaces, medical equipment, robotics, and aerospace.   Aichie Tech Electronics Co., Ltd. has been deeply involved in the wire industry for twelve years, possessing mature capabilities in the design and customized production of high-quality silicone wires. We strictly adhere to international quality management systems and can provide reliable silicone cable solutions, from standard products such as UL3135 and UL3239 to fully customized solutions, tailored to your specific application needs (such as specific temperature ratings, voltages, flexibility, environmental certifications, etc.), ensuring stable connections for your products in any extreme environment. For detailed technical parameters or solutions for specific scenarios, please feel free to contact us. Aichie Tech Electronics Co Ltd [Name/Department]: Sales Team [Tel/Whatsapp]: +86 18027502150 [Email]: sales03@aichie.com [Company Address]: 4F, 3rd BLD, Runtian Industrial Park, Shijie Town,Dongguan City, Guangdong  

In the world of wires and cables, there is a product specifically designed to meet extreme challenges: silicone cable. As an expert with twelve years of experience in the wire industry, Aichie Tech Electronics Co Ltd not only deeply understands its superior performance but also possesses mature capabilities in customizing and producing high-quality silicone wires, providing reliable connection guarantees for customers across various industries.   Silicone wire is a type of wire that uses silicone as its insulation material. Its core is not made of silicone, but rather a high-performance silicone insulation layer wrapped around a high-quality copper or alloy conductor. You can think of it as a "high-performance version" of wire, designed specifically to solve connection challenges in harsh environments. Its irreplaceable value stems from the superior properties given to it by silicone.     Advantages of Silicone Cable 1. Excellent Temperature Resistance The most prominent advantage of silicone wire is its amazing wide temperature range operation capability. Typically, it can operate stably for extended periods within an extreme temperature range of -60℃ to +200℃, and can withstand even higher temperatures for short periods. Whether in the extreme cold of refrigeration equipment or the high temperatures near electric heating appliances, industrial furnaces, or car engine compartments, it can handle them all with ease. Aichie's silicone wire products are particularly reliable in this regard. 2. Ultimate Flexibility and Durability Silicone wires are extremely soft, with a small bending radius and a smooth feel. This characteristic allows for easy wiring in environments requiring frequent movement or extremely limited space, such as robot joints and the interiors of precision instruments, and they have a long lifespan due to bending fatigue. Aichie offers a variety of extra-soft silicone cables to meet the needs of highly dynamic applications. 3. Excellent Safety Features: Flame Retardant and Self-Extinguishing Silicone itself has excellent flame retardancy. Even when exposed to flame, the silica smoke it produces after burning effectively isolates oxygen and heat, and self-extinguishes after the fire source is removed. This characteristic greatly enhances the overall fire safety of the equipment. 4. Strong Environmental Adaptability Aging and Weather Resistance: Excellent resistance to ozone and ultraviolet radiation, resulting in a longer outdoor service life. Chemical Stability: Good resistance to a variety of chemical substances. Environmentally Friendly and Safe: The material is non-toxic and odorless; some high-specification products meet medical and food contact standards. Radiation Resistant: Suitable for cutting-edge technology fields with special requirements.   Main Application Areas High-Temperature Appliances and Industry: Internal wiring for household ovens, microwave ovens, industrial electric furnaces, and heaters. Automotive and Transportation: High-voltage wiring harnesses for new energy vehicles, automotive ignition wires, and wiring in high-temperature areas of engine compartments. Electrical and Electronic Applications: Internal wiring for servers, high-power LED lighting, and lamp holder wiring. Medical Equipment: Internal connection wires for medical instruments, especially equipment requiring frequent high-temperature sterilization. Cutting-Edge Technology: Aerospace, robot joints, precision instruments, and other applications requiring extremely high flexibility and reliability.   Conclusion silicone wires are high-performance wires designed to withstand extreme temperatures, offering high safety and superior flexibility. Although their cost is generally higher than ordinary PVC wires, their exceptional reliability, safety, and lifespan make them an irreplaceable "industrial lifeline" for many high-tech and high-quality products.   Choosing a professional wire and cable supplier is crucial. With twelve years of technological accumulation, Aichie Tech Electronics Co Ltd strictly adheres to the ISO9001 and IATF16949 quality management systems. We can provide high-quality silicone wire solutions, from standard products to fully customized solutions, tailored to your specific application scenarios (temperature resistance, voltage, flexibility, environmental standards, etc.), ensuring stable and reliable product performance.   Let reliable connections support your innovation For more technical details about silicone wires or to obtain customized solutions, please feel free to contact Aichie Tech Electronics Co Ltd. [Name/Department]: Sales Team [Tel/Whatsapp]: +86 18027502150 [Email]: sales03@aichie.com [Company Address]: 4F, 3rd BLD, Runtian Industrial Park, Shijie Town,Dongguan City, Guangdong

Electrical wires are the fundamental carriers of electrical energy transmission and information transmission. They can be classified in various ways, mainly based on their application, conductor material, insulation material, voltage level, and special properties. The following is a detailed classification explanation:   I. Classification by Application 1. Power Cables Bare conductors/bare wires: Without insulation, such as aluminum stranded wire and steel-cored aluminum stranded wire used for overhead power transmission.  Insulated wires: With insulation, used for fixed wiring or equipment connections, such as BV and BVR wires commonly used in home decoration. Power cables: With insulation and multiple layers of protection (such as armor and sheath), used for underground laying or complex environments, such as YJV and VV cables.   2. Electrical Equipment Wires and Cables General-purpose wires: Connecting electrical appliances, instruments, etc., such as RVV sheathed wire (commonly known as "flexible wire"). Special-purpose cables: Used for specific equipment, such as low-voltage automotive wires, welding machine cables, and elevator cables.   3. Communication Cables: Transmit electrical or optical signals, such as telephone lines (HYA type), network cables (twisted pair Cat5e/Cat6), coaxial cables (for television signals), and fiber optic cables.   4. Electromagnetic Wires (Winding Wires): Used for winding coils in electromagnetic equipment such as motors and transformers, such as enameled wire and silk-covered wire.   II. Classification by Conductor Material 1. Copper Core Wire: High conductivity, good ductility, and corrosion resistance; the most commonly used conductor, such as BV (copper core PVC insulated wire).   2. Aluminum Core Wire: Lightweight and low cost, but with poor conductivity and prone to oxidation; mostly used for overhead power transmission or low-voltage power distribution, such as BLV (aluminum core PVC insulated wire).   3. Alloy Wires: Such as copper-clad aluminum wire and aluminum alloy wire, balancing performance and cost, used in specific applications.   4. Other Materials: Such as silver wire (for high-frequency precision instruments) and tin-plated copper wire (for corrosion resistance).   III. Classification by Insulation Material 1. Plastic Insulated Wires PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) Insulation: Commonly used, low cost, acid and alkali resistant, such as BV and BVR. PE (Polyethylene) Insulation: Good high-frequency characteristics, used in communication cables. XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene) Insulation: Good heat resistance, used in power cables (such as YJV).   2. Rubber Insulated Wires: Soft, cold-resistant, and wear-resistant, suitable for mobile equipment, such as YZ type rubber-sheathed cables.   3. Mineral Insulated Cables: Such as MI cables (copper core magnesium oxide insulation), extremely fire-resistant, used in fire protection systems and high-temperature environments.   4. Special Insulation Materials: Silicone rubber (high temperature resistant), fluoroplastics (corrosion resistant), etc.   IV. Classification by Voltage Rating 1. Low-Voltage Wires and Cables: AC voltage ≤ 1kV, such as BV and RVV wires for household electricity (220V/380V).   2. Medium-Voltage Cables: AC voltage 6kV~35kV, used in urban power distribution networks and industrial power. 3. High-voltage cables: AC voltage ≥110kV, used for long-distance power transmission.   V. Classification by stiffness/flexibility 1. Solid wire (single-strand wire): such as BV wire, a single solid copper core, high stiffness, suitable for fixed wiring.   2. Flexible wire (multi-strand stranded wire): such as BVR wire, RVV wire, multiple fine copper wires twisted together, good flexibility, suitable for mobile equipment or complex bends.   VI. Classification by fire resistance/fire-resistant properties 1. Flame-retardant wire (ZR type): Flame spread is controllable, such as ZR-BV, ZR-YJV. 2. Fire-resistant wire (NH type): Can maintain power for a period of time in a flame, such as NH-BV (mineral insulation or special coating). 3. Halogen-free low-smoke type (WD type): Low smoke density and no toxic halogen gases during combustion, such as WDZ-YJY, used in subways, hospitals, and other densely populated areas.   VII. Classification by National Standards/Certifications 1. National Standard Wire: Complies with national standards (e.g., GB/T), conductor cross-sectional area, insulation thickness, and other parameters meet standards, ensuring high safety. 2. Non-standard Wire: May be made with substandard materials to reduce costs (e.g., insufficient cross-sectional area), posing safety hazards. 3. International Standard Wire: Complies with IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission), UL (USA), CE (EU), VDE (Germany), etc., used for export or specific projects.     Examples of Commonly Used Home Wiring BV Wire: Single-core hard copper wire, suitable for fixed wiring such as concealed installation in walls. BVR Wire: Multi-strand soft copper wire, suitable for wiring in distribution boxes that require bending. RVV Sheathed Wire: Multi-core soft wire with an outer sheath, used for electrical power cords, temporary sockets, etc.     Precautions for Choosing Wires 1. Clarify the purpose: Choose hard wire (BV) for fixed wiring, and soft wire (BVR/RVV) for mobile equipment. 2. Matching Current Carrying Capacity: Select a cross-sectional area sufficient for the appliance's power (e.g., 1.5mm² for lighting, 2.5mm² for sockets, 4mm² for air conditioning). 3. Using National Standard Products: Avoid using non-standard cables; ensure insulation thickness and conductor material meet standards. 4. Environmental Adaptability: Use waterproof cables for humid environments, heat-resistant cables for high-temperature environments, and fire-resistant cables for fire protection systems.

From household appliances to aerospace equipment, from medical instruments to intelligent systems, flexible silicone wires function as invisible veins, supporting the operation of modern technological life. As one of the most representative applications of silicone materials, silicone wire has become an indispensable fundamental component across various industries due to its unique performance advantages.   Exceptional Performance: Comprehensive Advantages Beyond the Ordinary The most notable feature of silicone wire is its outstanding performance in extreme temperature environments. It can operate stably within a broad temperature range of -60°C to 200°C, neither becoming brittle in severe cold nor melting and deforming under high heat. This characteristic makes it an ideal choice for applications such as high-temperature electrical appliances and industrial equipment. Flame retardancy is another significant advantage of silicone wire. Unlike traditional wire materials that ignite upon contact with flame, silicone wire forms a silica insulating layer in fire, effectively preventing the spread of flames. This self-protection mechanism is particularly crucial in settings with extremely high safety requirements, such as aerospace and high-rise buildings. Furthermore, silicone wire demonstrates exceptional weatherability and environmental adaptability. It possesses natural resistance to ultraviolet light, ozone, and microorganisms, enabling long-term stable operation in various harsh conditions. Its remarkable flexibility is especially noteworthy—silicone wire with specially made conductors can be as supple as rope, allowing for free routing in confined spaces and providing great convenience for the design of precision equipment.   Wide-Ranging Applications: Permeating Every Corner of Technological Life In the automotive industry, silicone ignition wire can withstand the high-temperature, high-vibration environment of engine compartments. In the medical field, silicone wire is the preferred choice for medical equipment due to its good biocompatibility and suitability for repeated sterilization. In smart homes, silicone wire provides safe and reliable internal connections for various intelligent devices. With the advent of the Industry 4.0 era, the application areas of silicone wire are further expanding. In automated factories, it must endure the continuous flexing of robotic arms while resisting high-temperature spatter from welding robots. In rail transportation, it ensures the reliable operation of trains under extreme climatic conditions. In the new energy sector, specialized silicone cables address the challenge of high-current transmission in battery systems.   Innovation-Driven: Sustained Momentum for Industry Development As a professional manufacturer of wires, connection harnesses, and a provider of connectivity solutions, Aichie Tech Electronics Co Ltd deeply understands the critical value of silicone wire for modern industry. Leveraging our modern factories located in Dongguan, Guangdong, and Binh Duong Province, Vietnam, along with our robust production and quality control systems, we not only offer a range of high-quality, highly reliable Extra-Flexible Silicone Wire available from stock and for deep customization, but we are also committed to product innovation and solution development for cutting-edge application scenarios. In 5G base stations, specially made silicone RF cables ensure high-fidelity signal transmission. In deep-sea exploration equipment, pressure-resistant silicone wire overcomes insulation challenges in high-pressure, corrosive environments. In wearable devices and the smart home sector, the flexible and stretchable silicone wire we provide opens new possibilities for product design. Aichie's products are widely used in automotive electronics, energy storage systems, clean energy, and intelligent manufacturing, continuously propelling the evolution of silicone wire from a mere "current carrier" towards a "comprehensive solution."   Future: The Continuously Evolving Industrial Artery With technological advancement, silicone wire is developing towards greater intelligence and functionality. Self-healing silicone materials can automatically repair the insulation layer after damage, while thermally conductive silicone wire can achieve both electrical conduction and heat dissipation. These innovations will continue to expand the boundaries of silicone wire applications. From the laboratory to industrial production, from specialized fields to daily life, silicone wire—this flexible industrial artery—will continue to provide reliable support for technological innovation with its unique performance advantages. Aichie Tech Electronics Co Ltd, as your reliable wire and cable partner, will remain focused on the R&D and manufacturing of high-quality silicone wire and various other cable products. With our strength in stable supply and flexible customization, we aim to be the invisible bridge connecting the present and the future.   Welcome Inquiries For more information, please feel free to contact Aichie Tech Electronics Co Ltd. Email：sales03@aichie.com Tel/Whatsapp: +86 18027502150

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