What type of insulated wire should I use to replace part of the internal wiring of a built-in electric wall oven. I assume this needs to be some type of high temp insulation. The original wire appears to be about 16 ga. with woven insulation perhaps fiberglass. Needs to have a hot voltage rating of at least
Bob
I'm sure the manufacturer of the oven can.
Johnstone Supply sells what they call hinge wire in 25 foot lengths. It's nickel plated high temp wire.
Years ago I repaired commercial restaurant equipment for GE. We used the nickel coated fiberglass wire that TDD describes. I suppose appliance repair shops would stock it as well as motor shops. Be sure to get only nickel terminals as well, as the copper ones will burn right off.
With help from e-mail and usenet replies, I found what looks like a good source for small quantities of high-temp wire:
Thanks to all for the help.
Bob
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