What is SPT wire?

It is as portable cable meant for household appliances and light-duty applications. SPT wire can also be referred to as lamp cord, lamp cable, or SPT cable. It is easily recognizable due to the variety of common uses and found in the majority of households used in radios, fans, clocks, extension cords, etc.

What gauge is SPT-2 wire?

18 gauge
Both SPT-1 wire and SPT-2 wire are made using 18 gauge copper wire at their core. The difference is that SPT2 has a thicker insulation around the wire. Thereby making it slightly larger around than SPT1 and giving it the ability to carry a slightly higher electrical load.

Can SPT-2 wire be used outdoors?

Since both SPT-1 and SPT-2 are protected with insulation, they are capable of being used for both indoors and outdoors.

What is SJ cable?

Our SJ cable is a junior service power cable suitable for use as a power supply cable for small tools and appliances. The SJ cable is not water, oil, and solvent resistant.

How do I know if I have SPT 1 or SPT 2?

The difference between SPT-1 and SPT-2 wire is the thickness of the insulation surrounding the copper wire. SPT-1 wire has a thinner insulation than SPT-2. 18/2, SPT-1 wire has an insulation thickness of . 030″ and 18/2, SPT-2 has insulation that is .

How do I know if I have SPT-1 or SPT-2?

What is the difference between SPT-1 and SPT-2 wire?

The main difference between SPT-1 and SPT-2 electrical cord is in the thickness of insulation. SPT-1 gives you insulation that’s 0.03″ thick while SPT-2 is 0.045″. With 50% thicker insulation, SPT-2 is the Wire of choice for anything that is reaching close to 7-amps. Both SPT-1 and SPT-2 have the same maximum amperage.

What gauge wire is used for lamps?

Lamp and extension cords are usually 18 gauge, but if you’re not sure, strip the wire through the 14- or 16-gauge slot first.

What kind of wire is in Christmas lights?

Mini lights use 22 gauge wire. C7s and C9s generally use 18 gauge wire. Specialty bulbs have a large base that requires them to be on 12 gauge wire. Heavier wire is usually more expensive, but it can support many more amps.

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