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Published on September 8, 2025

Pelican Wire Supervisor Joe Lett Named to 2025 Heat Treat Today List

Published on September 8, 2025

Have you ever wondered what makes your toaster glow red when it cooks your bread? Or how ahair dryer makes warm air that dries your hair so quickly? It’s not magic. It’s not tiny fire fairies hiding inside your appliances. It’s something calledNichrome heating wire. Nichrome isn’t famous like Iron Man or Spider-Man, but it’s […]

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 26, 2025

Why Type K Thermocouple Wire is Most Sought After Temperature measurement is crucial in many fields. Thermocouples are commonly used invarious settings. They are popular for their durability, precision, and long lifespan. Type Kthermocouples are generally the most popular type. They are widely used in productionlines and testing equipment. Home appliances, industrial and mining operations, […]

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 August 11, 2025

This technical description details a custom-engineered thermocouple wire designed for ultra-high accuracy temperature measurement in demanding steam sterilization environments, such as those found in autoclaves within the medical and pharmaceutical industries. This wire solution is engineered to minimize moisture ingress and ensure reliable performance under extreme conditions.  Thermocouple Construction and Properties:  The wire utilizes a […]

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 […]