Technical Guide
Wire & Cable Construction
Anatomy of a Wire
Discover the definition of a wire, how it's made and in what applications it is used.
Hook Up Wire and Lead Wire Complete Guide
Anatomy of a Cable
Discover the different types of cable, how they're made and what applications they are used in.
Wire & Cable Selection
Choosing the right wire or cable for your application is the first step to a successful project.
How to Choose the Right Wire or Cable
Conductor
Even in the design of a simple single insulated wire, many factors must be considered when choosing a conductor.
Insulation & Jacket
One of the most important components of a wire is its insulation. Learn how to select a product which best meets the requirements of your application.
Wire Insulation Guide: Types & Applications
Low Smoke Zero Halogen Compounds
Properties of Common Thermoplastic and Thermoset Compounds
Extruded Compounds and their Resistance to Industrial Chemicals
Shield & Armor
Learn about the wide variety of shielding and armor available to protect your wire and cable from damage.
Wire & Cable Properties
Electrical
Browse basic ampacity values, suggested ampacities and more.
Physical
Browse test procedures for flame retardancy, insulation durometer hardness and more.
Installation & Applications
Applications
Browse standard product options for a wide variety of typical applications.
Installation
Cable installation guidelines, pulling tensions and de-reeling procedures.
Industry Standards & Specifications
Industry Organizations
Listing of the wire and cable industry's most mentioned organizations and ratings.
Industry Organizations & Standards
Automotive Industry Wiring Standards
Ratings Designations and Specs
A collection of the most commonly requested ratings, designations and specs.
Chrysler & Ford Specification Conversions
Automotive Primary Wire Specifications
Automotive Battery Cable Specifications
Electric Vehicle Wiring Specifications
Military & Government Wire Specifications
Building Wire Guide - THHN vs Others
Trademarks
Who makes that? Browse a collection of the industry's most recognized trademarks.