Category: Fascinating Wire Stories

Published on October 29, 2025

IEC-Identified, PFA-Insulated Type K for Chemically Demanding Environments The Short Story A European temperature-sensor manufacturer needed special-limits Type K (Chromel/Alumel) thermocouple conductors in fine gauges (30–40 AWG) with IEC color identification and chemically robust PFA insulation, delivered repeatably at scale. A peer recommended Pelican Wire for fine-gauge work. We engineered a semi-custom construction that met […]

Published on October 3, 2025

Thermocouple Solutions Engineered for HPHT Oil & Gas Wells When a well enters High Pressure, High Temperature (HPHT) territory, getting trustworthy downhole temperature data becomes mission critical for drilling efficiency, artificial lift reliability, and long-term well integrity. The industry typically classifies HPHT as ≥150 °C (300 °F) with pressure control equipment >10,000 psi; deepwater and ultradeep cases can […]

Published on September 2, 2025

In the realm of aerospace engineering, safety and performance are non-negotiable. One critical, often unseen component that supports both is precision-engineered resistance wire designed for propeller blade anti-ice and de-icing systems.  At Pelican Wire, we manufacture a specialty resistance wire with the following characteristics:  This wire is integrated into thermal boot systems, including composite sleeves […]

Published on August 21, 2025

Pelican Wire Continues to Support Mission-Critical Applications at all Altitudes Operating at 35,000 feet, modern aircraft must manage extreme environmental conditions, including sub-zero temperatures that can jeopardize onboard fluid systems. Pelican Wire plays a vital role in maintaining functionality in these systems by supplying ultra-fine gauge heating wire assemblies designed for thermal management within aircraft […]

Published on July 28, 2025

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 […]

Published on July 10, 2025

In industries where precision and reliability are paramount, such as aerospace, automotive, and off-road vehicle manufacturing, the integrity of control cables is non-negotiable. Specialized wire solutions play a crucial role in ensuring these systems operate flawlessly under demanding conditions.  Meeting the Demands of High-Performance Control Systems:  Control cables, essential for transmitting mechanical force and motion, […]

Published on June 23, 2025

Pelican Wire provides custom wire solutions to Wind Turbine Blade manufacturers.

Published on May 16, 2025

In modern aerospace and space exploration, the integrity of every component—down to the smallest wire—can determine the success of a mission. At Pelican Wire, we support advanced robotic and motion control systems through the development of specialized resistance wire with tightly controlled electrical and mechanical properties.  One such product, engineered for a space-grade application, features […]

Published on April 18, 2025

Pelican Wire Specializes in Quality Resistance Wire Solutions for Fluid Delivery Systems

Published on April 1, 2025

Pelican Wire addresses the future of E-Textiles in Smart Wear & how they are already providing custom engineered wire solutions.