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What is used to cover electrical wires in cars?
While looking at my car, a friend told me that some of the electrical wires are exposed. What can be used to cover the electrical wires in my car?
Allison Stone · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Great question! If you suspect the exposed wiring is causing
electrical issues
in your car, you should take it to a mechanic
right away. To answer your question, electric wiring in cars can be covered by a number of materials including:- Corrugated flexible conduit, a type of molded plastic piping that protects the cables from heat and flames.
- Self-closing wrap, a non-expandable sleeving that is made from polyester yarn, microfilament and multifilament.
- Braided self-closing wrap, which works great both as a flame retardant and dissipates heat.
- Dual wall adhesive shrink rubbing, which provides thermal and electrical insulation, and provides and seal against moisture and chemical corrosion.
- Cable sleeving, a highly flexible braided polyester sleeve that is used to cover cables.
- Fiberglass sleeving, a braided fiberglass sleeve that provides high voltage resistance.
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