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What is a material that is often used to insulate wires that conducts electricity?
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∙ 8y ago
Thermoplastic insulation was used a few years ago and has now been upgraded to cross linked poly vinyl. The trade name used is X-link insulation. Rubber (Thermoset) is used in some outdoor extension cords.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 8y agoOne of the most commonly used one is rubber or a rubber-like compound.
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∙ 15y agoplastic and rubber
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∙ 13y agoMica
Air.
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∙ 11y agorubber, wool
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∙ 14y agoplastic
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Good conductors of electricity are often good conductors of heat?
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