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    Compare wire vs. cable and choose the right option based on gauge, number of conductors, insulation, and current rating.

    High-Temperature Lead Wire

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lead Wire. High-Temperature Lead Wire.
    Even at 480° F—hotter than some industrial ovens—this wire’s insulation won’t melt.
    Ceramic Fabric Outer Jacket—Wire with a ceramic fabric outer insulation withstands the hottest temperatures of our offering, so you can safely run it near open flames. It’s flame rated VW-1 to prevent the spread of fire. This wire won’t become brittle or crack from chemicals. Bend it and it stays in place.
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    1-99
    100-Up
    Stranded Wire with Ceramic Fabric Outer Jacket and Mica Inner Insulation
     
    300V AC
    18
    		16/30
    		11 amp @ 86° F
    3 amp @ 750° F    		0.16"-401,830BeigeBend and StayNickelUL 2556 VW-1
    		10, 25, 50, 1009457T210000000000
    16
    		26/30
    		14 amp @ 86° F
    4 amp @ 750° F    		0.17"-401,830BeigeBend and StayNickelUL 2556 VW-1
    		10, 25, 50, 1009457T2200000000
    14
    		41/30
    		21 amp @ 86° F
    7 amp @ 750° F    		0.18"-401,830BeigeBend and StayNickelUL 2556 VW-1
    		10, 25, 50, 1009457T2300000000
    12
    		65/30
    		26 amp @ 86° F
    8 amp @ 750° F    		0.2"-401,830BeigeBend and StayNickelUL 2556 VW-1
    		10, 25, 50, 1009457T24000000000
    10
    		105/30
    		35 amp @ 86° F
    11 amp @ 750° F    		0.23"-401,830BeigeBend and StayNickelUL 2556 VW-1
    		5, 10, 25, 50, 1009457T25000000000
    8
    		168/3043 amp @ 86° F0.29"-401,830BeigeBend and StayNickelUL 2556 VW-1
    		5, 10, 25, 50, 1009457T260000000000
     
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