Rubber-sheathed cables are commonly used in everyday appliances, electric machinery, and electrical devices, making them a vital part of our lives. YC and YZ are examples of rubber-sheathed cables, so today we'll focus on their meanings and the differences between them.
Overview of YC and YZ Cables
Both YZ and YC are rubber-sheathed cables, a flexible, portable cable type consisting of multiple strands of fine copper wire as conductors, covered with rubber insulation and a rubber sheath. These cables are generally used for general-purpose rubber-sheathed flexible cables, welding cables, submersible motor cables, radio cables, and photographic light cables. Rubber-sheathed cables are widely used in various electrical equipment, such as portable power cords for household appliances, electric machinery, and electrical devices and appliances. They can be used in both indoor and outdoor environments. Depending on the mechanical loads to which they are subjected, they are categorized into three types: light, medium, and heavy. They also feature appropriate cross-sections.
YC cable, also known as heavy-duty general-purpose rubber-sheathed cable, is a type of rubber-sheathed cable. YC cables are suitable for use with household appliances, power tools, and various mobile or light-duty electrical equipment with an AC rated voltage of 450/750V or less, or for temporary construction on construction sites. They can withstand significant mechanical forces. The long-term operating temperature of the core should not exceed 60°C.
YZ cables are medium-duty rubber-sheathed flexible cables for various mobile appliances and tools, with a voltage rating of 300/500V.
Differences between YC and YZ cables:
1. YZ cables are medium-duty rubber-sheathed flexible cables for various mobile appliances and tools, with a voltage rating of 300/500V.
2. YZ cables are available in sizes: 0.75mm, 1mm, 1.5mm, 2.5mm, 4mm, and 6mm. Core counts include: 2-core, 3-core, 4-core, 5-core, 3+1-core, 3+2-core, and 7*1.5mm, 8*1.5mm, and 10*1.5mm.
3. YC is a heavy-duty rubber-sheathed flexible cable used in various mobile electrical devices. It can withstand significant mechanical forces and has a voltage rating of 450/750V. Given equal conductor cross-sections, the YC has a thicker sheath than the YZ.
4. YC rubber-sheathed flexible cable models include: 10mm, 15mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 70mm, 95mm, 120mm, 150mm, 185mm, and 240mm. Core counts include: 2-core, 3-core, 4-core, 5-core, 3+1-core, and 3+2-core.
From the above, it can be seen that the difference between these two cables is limited to one aspect; their uses are the same. With the continuous advancement of industry and technology, wires and cables are increasingly used in our daily lives. Therefore, it's important to improve your knowledge and understanding of wires and cables; perhaps they will even be useful in our lives in the future. We hope this article will be helpful to you.
