Poly Vinyl Chloride is an insulated and protected cable which is used in various applications. Since it is a thermoplastic polymer it is highly suitable for extreme condition wirings.It has various purposes because of its versatility.
Microstructure of PVC
The PVC polymers are seen to be linear and are strong. Their PVC monomers are arranged in a pattern of head-to-tail. Which means there are arrangements of chlorides on alternating carbon in the centres? There can also be seen some degree of syndio activity of the chain. This gives the PVCcable a few per cent crystallinities. This crystalline property is seen to be influential on the properties of the material. PVC is a majorly populated polymer with chlorine. That is it contains 57% of chlorine which is a major part. Hence the major presence of chloride groups in the polymer gives it very different properties from the structurally related material polyethene. The density of PVC is also higher than the structurally related plastic polymers.
Uses of PVCs in various fields:
PVC cable is extremely versatile and hence they have a variety of applications in numerous fields. They are known for their durability, resistance and longevity. They are widely seen to be used in construction purposes. They are also said to last for up to 40 to 100 years with adequate maintenance,
PVC is Strong and lightweight
PVC cable is very good at abrasion resistance. They are lightweight and possess good mechanical strength. It has a strong tough outer which is the key technical advantages of PVV. Hence it is used in building and construction applications.
They are Easy to install
PVC is extremely durable that is it can be shaped, welded and joined easily in a number of styles. It is lightweight and is used in a number of construction areas. Because of this property, it reduces manual handling difficulties.
PVC IS Durable
PVCcable is extremely resistant to weathering, it withstands chemical rotting as it is non-degradable polyvinyl material, it can also tolerate abrasions and corrosions. It is hence the preferred choice for many tough environments and outdoor productions.PVC is said to be 80 per cent used product in many areas. Recent studies show that PVC cableshows an astounding lifetime of 40 to 100 years. In other construction purposes such as window frames and cable, insulation shows that over 60 per cent of them have working lives of over 40 years.
Cost-efficient
PVC cable is easy to get and are very cost efficient. It has been known to be a popular material for construction applications for many years due to its physical and technical properties which provide excellent cost-performance advantages. As a material PVCcableis very competitive in terms of price. This value is also enhanced by its properties such as its durability, lifespan and low maintenance.
PVC cable is a Safe material
PVCcable is a non-toxic material. It is known for its safety and is been widely used for decades. It is said to meet the international standards for safety and health.
It is also tested and proved to be very safe by the safety standards.
PVC cables are Fire resistant
Other plastic materials will burn when exposed to fire. But PVC products are self-extinguishing products. They are difficult to ignite and the heat production is comparatively low. PVC products tend to char rather than generate flaming droplets.
PVC cables are Good insulator
PVC cableis a bad conductor of electricity they do not conduct electricity. Therefore it makes an excellent material to use for electrical applications such as insulation sheathing for cables.