Cable Industry

Cable Industry

Foils and tapes are essential components in the entire cable industry. They are used across a wide range of cable types to meet electrical, mechanical, thermal, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements. Materials include metallic films (e.g., aluminum, copper), plastic films (e.g., PET, PP, PTFE, PI), and fabric or non-woven tapes. Their applications span shielding, insulation, bundling, marking, moisture protection, and mechanical reinforcement.

Application Areas

  • Copper Data Cables / High-Speed Data Cables: Shielding films are used to minimize electromagnetic interference and ensure high data transmission rates.

  • Automotive Cables: Heat-resistant and abrasion-resistant tapes, along with EMI shielding materials, are crucial for the demanding automotive environment.

  • Fiber Optic Cables: Protective tapes and moisture-resistant films provide mechanical protection and long-term durability for sensitive optical fibers.

  • Power Cables / High- and Extra-High Voltage Cables: Semiconductive tapes and conductive films are used for field control and insulation enhancement.

  • Medium- and Low-Voltage Cables: Films and tapes ensure proper insulation and flame retardancy for safety and performance.

  • Subsea Cables: Waterproof tapes and pressure-resistant films are critical for long-term underwater applications.

  • Medical Cables: Clean, biocompatible materials are used for hygienic, flexible, and miniaturized cable solutions in medical environments.

  • Industrial Cables: Durable tapes offer abrasion protection and resistance to oil, chemicals, and mechanical stress.

  • Special Cables / Flat Cables / Hybrid Cables: Customized film and tape solutions are developed to meet specific requirements for shape, flexibility, signal integrity, and multi-functionality.

These materials are vital for ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of modern cable systems across virtually all industries.

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