Design Considerations When Choosing Heating Wires for Industrial Use
Published on October 31, 2025
In modern industry, heating wires are the hidden heroes behind countless manufacturing processes, from plastic molding and packaging to aerospace and semiconductor production. Selecting the right resistance heating wire can dramatically impact the efficiency, longevity, and safety of your equipment. At Pelican Wire, we’ve spent decades perfecting wire designs that meet the unique challenges of […]
Special-Limits Type K in Fine Gauges: A Repeatable, Scalable Build
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 […]
Precision Resistance Wire for Critical Respiratory Applications
Published on October 22, 2025
Built for reliability. Engineered for care. As demand for high-performance medical technology grows, so does the need for wire solutions which deliver consistent electrical behavior, withstand elevated temperatures, and integrate cleanly in compact assemblies. Pelican Wire designs and manufactures custom resistance wire used by medical OEMs in respiratory and other life-sustaining equipment, where stability and […]
Pelican Wire Team Members @ Heat Treat Today Conference & Expo in Detroit this Week (10/20/25)
Published on October 22, 2025
During this week’s Heat Treat Today Conference & Expo, Caleb Lemmons is meeting with customers in the Detroit area and visiting the Expo floor to ensure companies are aware the Wire Experts are ‘In the Building!’ Joe Lett is on-site to be recognized as a member of the Heat Treat Today 2025 ’40 Under 40′ […]
The Complete Guide to Resistance Heating Wire for Smart Heating
Published on October 7, 2025
Ever wonder why your toaster glows red hot or how those giant furnaces melt metal without an actual fire blazing inside? It sounds kind of nerdy, but honestly, it’s the unsung hero behind a ton of stuff we use daily. You’ll spot them everywhere once you know what to look for, from your hairdryer to […]
Downhole Temperature Accuracy Starts with the Wire
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 […]
Pelican Wire: Championing Sustainability Through Recycling Initiatives
Published on September 24, 2025
At Pelican Wire, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a core value that drives our operations and community engagement. As a proud employee-owned company, we recognize our responsibility to minimize the environmental impact on our local community, while also delivering high-quality wire solutions across various industries from our Southwest Florida home. Spool Recycling: A Commitment […]