A high temperature wire is an important component of any electrical circuit operating at very high temperatures. High temperature wires are useful to the manufacturers of semiconductors, automotive assemblies, aircraft components, furnaces, boilers and safety equipment.

Depending on the application, you can use various types of high temperature wires, such as a high temperature insulated wire, a high temperature magnet wire, a high temperature electrical wire, a high temperature lead wire or a high temperature steel wire. For example, use a high temperature magnet wire for manufacturing flow meters, magnetic speed meters and instrument for nuclear reactors.

Some important parameters you must consider before purchasing a high temp wire are:

1. The application for which you want to use a high temperature wire
2. Dimensions of high temperature wire: length and diameter
3. Properties of the high temperature wire such as tensile strength, water resistance and corrosion resistance

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Buy a high temp wire for industrial applications from reputable wire and cable manufacturers

Once you understand your requirements, evaluate different high temperature wires available in the market.

I recommend: Ceramawire is reputable manufacturer that provides ceramic-coated high temperature magnet wire and high temperature coiled wire useful in power generation, nuclear reactors and chemical applications. A-1 Wire Tech is another reputable wire manufacturer serving the automotive, chemical, aerospace, medical, petrochemical and electronic industries. For high temperature superconducting wire, you can opt for Thermal Wire & Cable.

Buy high temperature wire from reputable wire suppliers or distributors

You can compare different high temperature wires at distributors and retailers' websites.

I recommend: Custom Cable is a leading wire supplier that can offer various high temperature wires such as high temperature appliance wire and high temperature insulated copper wire. AERO-K.A.P. is another reputable wire distributor offering types of high temperature wires and cables.

Buy custom high temperature wire from a reputable wire supplier

If you have any specific requirements regarding high temperature wire and standard products do not meet those requirements, opt for customized high temperature wire.

I recommend: Aerospace Wire & Cable is a custom wire manufacturer serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, steel, petrochemical, utilities, nuclear power, mining and defense. Able Wire, a reputable manufacturer, offers high temperature insulated wires with different insulation options. Dacon Systems offers custom manufactured high temp electrical wire for temperatures ranging from 150°C to 1200°C.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Use good quality accessories such as high temperature wire connectors and fittings.