Description
Perfect for minimal current needs, the 18 AWG Primary Marine Wire is lightweight yet durable. Its tinned copper strands and tough insulation provide reliable performance in harsh marine conditions.
Our 18 AWG Primary Marine wire is a specialized electrical cable used in boats and ships to connect electrical equipment and components. It is designed to withstand harsh marine environments, including exposure to saltwater, high humidity, and high temperatures. To ensure safety and reliability, primary marine wire must meet strict industry standards and specification as it relates to voltage rating and current capacity.
When selecting marine wire, it’s important to consider the following specs:
Voltage rating
Marine wire must have a voltage rating that meets the electrical requirements of the equipment and components it will be connected to. The voltage rating of marine wire is typically between 600V and 1000V.
Current capacity
Marine wire must have a current capacity that meets the electrical load requirements of the equipment and components it will be connected to. The current capacity of marine wire is determined by its size and material.
Insulation
Marine wire must have insulation that can withstand the harsh marine environment, including exposure to saltwater, high humidity, and high temperatures. The most common materials used for insulation in marine wire are PVC, cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE), and ethylene-propylene-diene-monomer (EPDM).
Jacket
Marine wire must have a jacket that provides additional protection against the harsh marine environment, including exposure to saltwater, high humidity, and high temperatures. The most common materials used for jackets in marine wire are PVC, polyurethane (PU), and TPU.
Size
The size of marine wire must be large enough to handle the electrical load of the equipment and components it will be connected to, while also being small enough to fit into tight spaces. Marine wire is available in a range of sizes, from small-gauge wires used for low-power applications to large-gauge wires used for high-power applications.
Certification
Marine wire must meet industry standards and specifications, such as ABYC and UL, to ensure safety and reliability. The best way to ensure that marine wire meets these standards is to select a product that is certified by a reputable organization.
By considering these specs, you can select marine wire that meets the electrical requirements of your equipment and components and can withstand the harsh marine environment. Contact a reputable supplier or manufacturer to learn more about marine wire and to select the right product for your application.
