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News Release from: Kopex International | Subject: Lead-free electrical conduit
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 23 November 2005
Lead outlawed in electrical conduits
In June 2006 lead based pliable electrical conduit will become obsolete under the new Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive, but there are alternative conduit systems available.
In June 2006 lead based pliable electrical conduit will become obsolete under the new RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Directive which will outlaw the use of lead Kopex International is already in a position to advise the market on alternative conduit solutions as a result of its on-going product development and research programmes
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 4 Apr 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Lead based pliable type of conduit is widely used throughout industry and offers many advantages within static applications in terms of its EMC screening capability and its ability to be easily formed.
One alternative would be company's covered AL2 conduit which is already available.
It is lightweight, robust and non-magnetic with good EMC screening characteristics when used with an associated connector.
It has a flame retardant low acid PVC cover over a double layer of aluminium separated by Kraft paper.
It is highly versatile and is temperature rated from -40 deg C to + 150 deg C.
Other alternatives exist to pliable conduit, and depending on the application Kopex can advise you of the most suitable conduit system, based on the performance you require.
Different conduit materials are also subject to on-going research and the company is also developing new manufacturing techniques.
Together these will help to provide the high performance levels in both general and demanding applications for which current Kopex pliable conduit systems are renowned.
A new 'Lead Free Alternatives' information sheet is being produced and is available from the company's Marketing Department.
* About Kopex - Kopex International Limited has been manufacturing and supplying highly engineered solutions for the protection of electrical cables since 1947.
The company has become a recognised authority in all aspects of conduit system specification, design and manufacture.
The company prides itself on providing quality and performance, problem solving and full approvals for high specification specialist solutions.
Their rigorous quality standards and a dedicated development programme ensure not only the highest specification and reliability, but also the most cost effective solutions.
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