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It is usually a material that has no free electrons in its out valance rings. This condition makes it hard for free electrons to move from one atom to another atom easily. Without this movement of electrons the material is classed as an insulator. Easy movement of electrons from one atom to another is classed as a conductor the very opposite of an insulator.

In the electrical field, the purpose of any insulating material is to separate electrical conductors without passing current through it. Material like PVC, glass, asbestos, rigid laminate, varnish, resin, paper, Teflon, and rubber are very good electrical insulators. Insulating material is used as a protective coating on electrical wire and cables.

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