What’s Pur cable?

Understanding PUR Cable

1. Introduction to PUR Cables

• What is PUR (Polyurethane) cable?

  • PUR cable is Polyurethane cable, it is a cable with Polyurethane as the cable sheath
  • VDE code: 11Y.

• Why are PUR cables suitable for industrial and harsh environments?

  • PUR cables have the best Weather Performance compared to other materials such as PVC PE XLPE, which allows them to work in low temperatures and outdoor environments. In addition, its Corrosion Behavior is also very good, which allows it to be used in chemical plants.

2. Main Characteristics of PUR Cables

Electrical Performance

• Breakdown Voltage (20℃): 20KV/mm
• Specific Volume Resistivity (Ohm*cm, 20℃): 10¹⁰ – 10¹²
• Dielectric Constant (50Hz, 20℃): 4-7
• Dielectric Factor: 2.3 × 10⁻²

Thermal Performance

• Operating Temperature: -55°C to 80°C
• Melting Temperature: 100°C
• Flame Resistance: Flammable
• Halogen-Free: Yes

Mechanical Performance

• Tensile Strength: 30-45 N/mm²
• Elongation at Break: 500-700%
• Shore Hardness: 70-100 (A)
• Corrosion Resistance: Very Good

Weather

• UV and Weather Resistance: Very Good
• Cold Resistance: Very Good

3. Comparison: PUR vs. Other Cable Sheathing Materials

4. Common Applications of PUR Cables

• Agricultural Workshops – Suitable for environments exposed to dirt, moisture, and chemicals For spiral cables, also see how PUR spiral cable vs PVC spiral cable differ..
• Medical & Food Industry – Resistant to cleaning agents and sterilization processes.
• Outdoor & Harsh Environments – Ideal for extreme weather and mechanical stress For coiled applications, compare PUR spiral cables vs rubber spiral cables in our dedicated guide..
• Industrial Automation & Drag Chain Systems – Ensures durability in high-flex applications For a focused list of advantages, see our article on the benefits of PUR cables..

5. Conclusion

With over 10 years of experience, KMCABLE specializes in the manufacturing and export of PUR cables. If you need high-performance cables for demanding applications, feel free to contact us! We can be a good supplier if you want To see how PUR stacks up against PVC, read our PUR cable vs PVC cable comparison..

Reference Standards:

• UL standards
• IEC 62821