Which Are The Most Popular Automotive Cables Used?

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Every electronic device used in residential,
commercial, and industrial applications requires
cabling and cables. One segment of cables we will
speak about in this blog is automotive cables,
which are cables that connect various 12V
electrical accessories in automobiles. These
include automotive relays, fuse blocks, and
switch panels. Depending upon the type of
insulation materials used while manufacturing,
these cables are categorized into cross-linked
and PVC cables. And, there are many different
types of automotive cables used in the automotive
industry, which we can learn about in this blog.
First of all, let us take a look at a brief
introduction into what PVC and cross-linked are.
PVC is the term used for cables that have
polyvinyl chloride insulation, and are heated and
extruded through a die-on strand. And,
cross-linked cables are those that are
cross-linked under heat and pressure for better
insulation properties, where the material is
subjected to heat and pressure, and is extruded
through the tube, such that the cables can
withstand higher temperatures. Thus, whether PVC
or cross-linked cables, every cable used in
automobiles like cars, motorcycles, buses, etc.
is capable of resisting heat, temperature,
vibration, and chemicals. Listed below are some
of the most popular types of automotive cables
used. TWP cables These cables are rated in the
temperature range of -40C to 105C, and are used
in automotive applications that require cables
with minimal weight and small diameters.
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HDT cables Designed for complex automotive
applications that require protection from
external threats, these cables are employed for
surface wiring, and have a temperature range of
40C to 80C. GPT cables These are
multi-stranded core cables with flexible
insulation, making them perfect for tight
spaces. They have a temperature range of -40C to
80C, and can easily resist chemicals, oils,
and acids. SXL cables These cables are used in
high-stress applications like industrial use
vehicles as they can withstand high heat, aging,
and abrasion. These cables have a temperature
range of -51C to 125C. GXL cables These are
thin-walled cables used in engine compartments
that require high heat resistance and have tight
spaces. These cables have a temperature range of
-51C to 125C. TXL cables These cables have
extra thin walls, which make them suitable for
automotive applications that require minimal
weight and size. These cables have a temperature
range of -51C to 125C. Motor cables These
cables have fine strands of conductor materials
that can withstand high voltages and can resist
oil, grease, solvents, water, and fungi. These
cables have a temperature rating of 105C
and voltage rating of 600 volts. Battery
cables As the name suggests, these cables are
used to connect the battery to a cars electrical
system. They have a high cable gauge and are
susceptible to corrosion. Speaker cables As the
name itself says, these cables are used for
speakers and other audio applications. However,
they are made for low voltage use, and are not
recommended for heavy load applications. There
are many other varieties of cables available used
in automotive applications. But, the most
popular ones have been covered above. You can get
all of these and many other automotive cables
and cable assemblies at Miracle Aerospace, one of
the most reputed automotive
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and aircraft cable assembly manufacturers in
India. Thus, for any kind of vehicle cars,
buses, trucks, or aircrafts you can approach
Miracle to get the finest DGAQA and MSQAA
certified and approved cable assemblies.