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MODEL 600 SERIES OPERATOR | Rev. 2019.7.1
What type of wire should I use?
Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) or polyester insulation provides excellent protection for wire used in saw cut
loop installations. Both types are abrasion resistant, much harder (though not impossible) to strip, and very
moisture resistant.
SUMMARY:
The use of the correct type of wire for the installation, as well as the proper installation techniques, will avoid
frequent service calls beginning soon after installation and will result in years of trouble-free service and in
customer satisfaction.
COMPARISON CHART
Insulation Type
Resistance to Chemicals/Environment
XLPE
THHN
Ethyl Alcohol
High
Good
Acetone
High
Good
Gasoline
High
Fair
Physical Conditions
Abrasion Resistance
E
F-G
Degreaser Solvent
E
P-F
Low Temperature Flexibility
E
P-F
Electrical
F-O
F-G
Water Absorbency (% in 24 Hours)
0.01%
0.75%
Service Temperature Range
-85°F to 300°F
-67°F to 221°F
P=Poor
F=Fair
G=Good
E=Excellent
O=Outstanding