Electrical Wire for Your Home – 3 Different Types

The electrical wiring in your home is one of the most important aspects. Electrical fires can be deadly, and it’s not worth taking a risk with something that could put you and your family at risk. In this blog post we will discuss three types of wire commonly used in homes: copper, aluminum and fiber optic cable.

NM Cable

NM Cable NM Cable is typically used in residential settings where there are no more than 20-amps of current. NM cable can be identified by its white insulation.

NM Cable’s strength and flexibility make it a good option for many applications, including extension cords to power appliances, lamps, or other devices within the home.*

There are some limitations with NM Cable. NM cable cannot be used outdoors or in areas that have a lot of water, such as bathrooms and kitchens.*

NM Cable is typically limited to 20-amps so if you need more than this amount for your home’s electrical needs, then NM cable may not be the best option for you.

THWN Wire

THWN Wire is typically used in residential settings where there are more than 20-amps of current. THWN wire is identified by its black insulation. THWN Wire’s strength and durability make it a good option for many applications, including extension cords to power appliances, lamps, or other devices within the home.*

THWN wire can be exposed to outdoor elements, so THWN wire is a good option for those that want to install it outdoors or in areas with water. THWN Wire can be identified by the yellow insulation on the outside of it.

It has an amp rating up to 300-amps, making this type of electrical wiring ideal for homes that require more than 20 amps of current.*

THWN Wire is also a good option for those that live in areas with high voltage, as THWN wire can handle up to 600 volts of electricity.

Low-Voltage Wire

Low-Voltage Wire is typically used for home appliances, like a toaster or coffee maker. Low-Voltage Wire is typically only rated up to 150 volts and has thinner insulation than other electrical wire types in this list. Low-Voltage Wire is also less expensive compared to the rest of the three options on this list.

It is recommended that Low-Voltage Wire be kept dry. Low-Voltage Wire also needs to be grounded, and it is important not to use Low-Voltage wire with a high voltage rating as well.

Phone and Data Wire

Phone and Data Wire is the most common wire used in the home. Phone and Data Wire runs to different rooms of your house, which includes outside connections for cable TV or satellite dish installation. It is also connected to a DSL (digital subscriber line) modem that connects you with an ISP (Internet service provider).

Coaxial Cable

Coaxial Cable is a cable type that can transmit both digital and analog signals. It is often used to connect a modem to your computer or TV set-top box, for example. It also offers better resistance against electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Coaxial Cable is made of a copper core with an insulated, steel conductor. Coaxial cable has the ability to carry up to 100 channels at once and can be bundled like phone wire in order to achieve higher levels of bandwidth.

It is more expensive than the other two types of cable, but it offers a higher level of quality. It is often used in homes to connect a modem with the telephone company’s wire, for example.

This cable can carry both digital and analog signals and it offers better resistance against electromagnetic interference (EMI). Coaxial Cable has the ability to carry up 100 channels at once and it can be bundled ASD phone wire.

It is more expensive than the other two types of cable, but it offers a higher level of quality. It is often used in homes to connect a modem with the telephone company’s wire, for example.

Electrical wire is a critical component of your home’s wiring. It provides the power that runs everything from your lights to appliances and other electronics. For this reason, it’s important to understand how different types of electrical wires can affect you and which one may be best for your needs.

In this article, we’ll cover some common types of electric wire used in homes today and what they’re designed for so you can make an informed decision about what type will work best for you when choosing new wiring or making repairs on existing lines. Which type have you chosen? Let us know!