Rubber Sheathed cable

A rubber-sheathed cable is a flexible cable whose conductor (usually multi-strand copper wire) is wrapped with a rubber insulation layer and a rubber sheath. It offers high flexibility and mechanical protection, suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments.

Due to their flexibility and durability, rubber-sheathed cables are widely used in mobile power lines, electrical equipment, household appliances, electromechanical equipment, welding equipment, submersible motors, and portable tools.

Rubber cables offer greater flexibility, better bending performance, and temperature resistance, while PVC cables are generally more economical and rigid. Rubber cables are more suitable for portable or heavy-duty applications, while PVC cables are commonly used for fixed installations.

Based on the required mechanical stress, rubber-sheathed cables are classified into light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty types, with applications ranging from small household appliances to heavy industrial equipment.

The conductor typically uses stranded copper wire for flexibility; the insulation and sheath are made of rubber compounds such as natural rubber, EPDM, neoprene, or synthetic rubber blends tailored to environmental and performance requirements.

Yes—Rubber-sheathed cables are designed to withstand outdoor environments, including moisture, extreme temperatures, and physical stress, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Yes—One of the main advantages of rubber-sheathed cables is their excellent flexibility and bending performance, allowing them to withstand frequent movement and simplifying installation.

Rubber-sheathed cables are typically used in low-voltage applications (usually below 750V or 450/750V, depending on the standard and model) for power lines and equipment wiring.

When selecting rubber-sheathed cables, rated voltage, current carrying capacity, flexibility requirements, environmental exposure (oil, UV radiation, weather), and the mechanical load of the specific application should be considered.

Common rubber-sheathed cable models include YZ, YZW, YC, YCW, YQ, JHS, YH, MY, MYP, and MC. These models indicate cable characteristics such as load rating, material, and specific application (e.g., welding or mining).