This section provides an overview for electrical wires as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 3 electrical wire manufacturers and their company rankings.
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Electrical wire is a term used to describe wires that transmit power, information, and other forms of energy. These wires are broadly categorized into two types: power wires and communication wires. Power wires are specifically designed for transmitting electricity, while communication wires are meant for transmitting information.
Within the category of power wires, there are transmission lines that carry electricity from power plants to substations, and distribution lines that deliver power from substations to end-users, such as homes and factories. Transmission lines, especially those for high-level or underground transmission, often use bare metal wires capable of handling high voltage. On the other hand, distribution lines, which are commonly seen as overhead lines, typically have insulated covers made from materials like vinyl.
While the terms "electrical wire" and "cable" are sometimes used interchangeably, they can differ in structure. Electrical wire generally refers to a conductor covered with insulating material. In contrast, a cable is composed of multiple insulated conductors, each individually insulated and collectively covered with a protective film such as vinyl.
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Consolidated Electronic Wire & Cable, established in 1919, is headquartered in Franklin Park, Illinois, and is a manufacturer and supplier of wire and cable solutions. They offer a full line of standard and custom electronic wire, cable, power supply cords, molded cable assemblies, and wiring harnesses. Consolidated Electronic Wire & Cable has a wide range of certifications including ISO 9001:2015, RoHS, CE Mark, and NEC certification, serving industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, and lighting industry.
Multi/Cable Corp., established in Bristol, CT in 1975, is a manufacturer of custom made multi-conductor and multi-pair electrical wire and cable. The company's product range includes Instrumentation Cable & Control Cable, PLTC Instrumentation Cable, Tray Cable, Utility Control Cable and High Temperature Wire & Cable. Their products are used in industries such as Electronics and Telecommunications, Automotive, Transportation and aerospace and Defense. The company provides Quality Assurance, Technical Support, national distribution, customized services and customer support.
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Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 2 | 100.0% |