Fabric covered cable (flex) for 3kw fire?

Probably should add that the flex has 3 cores with some string - but no outer sheath:-

you would need to check the rating.

Paul DS.

I've not seen that type of flex around for a while. There are heat resistant plastics which might be easier to find.

Mostly replaced with high temperature Butyl/Silicone flexs, but irons still use fabric covered, because the high temperature plastic insulators on an iron flex will catch and ruck up the fabric after you carefully laid it out flat on the iorning board.

So I presume that's why the braided stuff is known as "Non Kink Appliance Cord"

I've never used an anal vibrator but I understand how they work.

Bill

I think I use mine for laminating more often than ironing.

Owain

I have no idea how the flex on an iron behaves when you use it.

I do know how to use an anal vibrator. It came with the instructions "for full enjoyment this vibrator should be stuck up your arse". It did not come with a flex but batteries.

No, that's a typo. It means not rated for kinky appliances. You ned the rubber covered stuff for those - easier to get clean afterwards.

MBQ

The cotton covering eases the cable sliding across the edge of the board, whereas rubber may snag due to higher friction.

Silicone from Lapp Kabel is =A31.40/m on Ebay right now, but I am afraid it is a dark red colour. High quality cable maker tho. Good for the larger halogen outside lights anyway.

Cotton covered would be better if subject to lots of movement.

How on earth do you make printed circuit boards then? They are an essential part of the process! ;-)

Nearest thing I use is the waxing iron for servicing the skis. Looks similar to yer mams iron, but more tightly temperature controlled.

I've not had much success with iron on stuff. Nothing like as accurate as photo etch. Wish it were.

Thanks for the pointers - I went for 3093y heat resistant flex (from ebay - item 300440029073).