Re: Heat-proof wire ...

Aug 03, 2009 7 Replies


I should think a TVR should at least be using the same stuff as the


> space shuttle - kapton insulation
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Kapton) - unfortunately it's rather brittle and will need replacing
> after every journey.
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> All in all, the perfect solution for anyone fond of TVR's.

Indeed, it's made of unobtanium and it breaks a lot. Perfect TVR material. If it could also be engineered to secretly plot one's death whenever it wasn't being used then it really would be in TVR territory. Oh and it would have to smell of wee.

Glass fibre sleeving at 88p/m + VAT from TLC:

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I've got some Nyvin (Annealed Tin Copper Conductor, PVC Insulated, Glass Fibre Braided, Nylon Braid/ Nylon Sheath) which has a max working temperature in aircraft applications of 105deg C. It only comes in white (single strand). You are welcome to few feet of that.

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That's almost Tandy pricing!

Owain

I've prolly got some lying around

email an address to the email address at

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and I'll send you some

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Pyro... It'll keep the fans spinning long after the car's burned out.

Look for PTFE insulated wire (180 deg C) From CPC, Farnell, RS

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So, do you want this silicone wire, or not ?

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