This specialty wire solution features 7 fine alloy conductors (each 0.018″), with a nominal resistance of 0.3930 ohms/ft and a high-performance PFA insulation layer (0.003″ thickness), resulting in a compact finished diameter of approximately 0.024″. Designed for precision heating applications, it is ideally suited for integration into composite tooling used in the manufacturing of structural components for CUAV (Commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) and UAV platforms.
In composite tooling environments, this wire is embedded directly into molds that are used to form advanced resin-based parts, such as carbon fiber or fiberglass components. When energized, the wire produces consistent, localized heat that activates and cures resins uniformly within the mold structure. This method enables manufacturers to achieve precise control over resin hardening, reducing process time while improving structural integrity and dimensional accuracy.
This solution is particularly valuable in applications where tooling space is limited, requiring an ultra-consistent outer diameter and tight resistance tolerance to ensure both thermal reliability and seamless mold integration. It is used in the production of everything from small, high-precision airframe components to full-scale aerospace prototypes—where weight, strength, and material performance are paramount.
Ideal for manufacturers in the UAV and aerospace sectors who require embedded thermal elements for composite mold curing, this wire offers a proven balance of size, precision, and durability—engineered to perform where consistency and space constraints are critical.
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