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Enamelled Round Aluminium Winding Wires

Enamelled Round Aluminium Winding Wires Manufacturers & Suppliers in Mumbai, India.

Bharat Insulation Company specializes in manufacturing, supplying, and exporting of top-quality enamelled aluminium wires in Mumbai, India. Tailored for motors, transformers, coils, and electrical equipment. Our products meet international standards and are engineered for durability and efficiency.

Enamelled Round Aaluminium Winding Wires
What is an Enamelled Aluminium Winding Wire?

An enamelled aluminium winding wire is an aluminium conductor coated with a thin layer of electrical insulation (enamel). This enamel allows the wires to be wound tightly in coils without short-circuiting, while also withstanding high temperatures, chemical, and mechanical stress.

These wires are used in electromagnetic applications—primarily motors, transformers, generators, and inductors where electrical current is passed through coiled wire to create magnetic fields.

Key Features:
  • Lightweight Composition: Aluminium is ~33% lighter than copper, making these wires ideal for compact, portable devices and transport applications.
  • High Thermal Resistance: Available in Class B (130°C), F (155°C), and H (180°C) temperature ratings.
  • Cost-Efficient: Substantially cheaper than copper with minimal trade-off in performance.
  • Excellent Dielectric Strength: The enamel insulation prevents breakdown and supports high-voltage applications.
  • Corrosion Resistance: Special enamel coatings ensure long-term resistance to oxidation and moisture.
  • Solderable and Durable: Compatible with automated winding and thermal soldering processes.

Types of Enamelled Round Aluminium Winding Wires and their Applications

PROPERTY Type Class PVA 105 (PU+Polyamide) 130 PE 130 Mod. PE 155 (PE+Polyamide) 155 (PU+Bonding) 155 PEI 180 (PEI+Polyamide) 180 (PEI+Bonding) 180 DC(PE+PAI) 200 (PI) 220
STANDARD -
Part 17
MW 15A
MW 28A Part 9 Part 5
Part 5
MW 24A IS 13730-35
IEC 60317-35
Part 15
MW 30C
MW 76A IS 13730-37
IEC 60317-37
Part 25
MW 35C / 73C
MW 74A
SIZE (MM) 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
COVERING Grade G2 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2 G2
ELONGATION (%) IS/IEC Min
NEMA Min
BIC Value
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
12
20
30
FLEXIBILITY (No Crack) IS/IEC
NEMA
BIC
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
3×D
10%+3D
1×D
ABRASION (N) IS/IEC- Min. NEMA- Min.
SICValue
4.7/5.6
590/690
8.1/8.8
4.4/5.2
590/690 ,;
6.8/7.6
4.4/5.2
-
6.8/7.6
4.5/5.3
590/690
6.8/7.6
4.5/5.3 ..
590/690
6.8/7.6
4.4/5.2
-
6.8/7.6
4.6/5.45
590/690
7.0/7.8
4.6/5.45
590/690
7.0/7.8
4.6/5.45
-
7.0/7.8
4.7/5.6
590/690
8.1/8.8
4.4/5.2
590/690
6.8/7.6
BDV (V) IS/IEC Min
NEMA Min
BIC
5000
4275
8000
5000
3825
8000
5000
-
8000
5000
5700
8000
5000
3825
8000
5000
-
8000
5000
5700
8000
5000
3850
8000
5000
-
8000
5000
5700
8000
5000
4275
8000
RANGE SWG 4–36 4–36 4–36 4–36 4–36 19–36 4–36 4–36 16–36 4–36 4–36
APPLICATIONS Transformers, motors, fans, domestic appliances. Low friction motors, high-speed windings. B-class motors, fans, armature winding. F-class motors, hand tools. Improved thermal & mechanical strength motors. Self-bonding coils, relays, audio coils. H-class motors, compressors. 180°C motors, chemical & industrial uses. Self bonding high-speed machines. W-class motors, alternators, solenoids. Extreme thermal & mechanical applications.

Diameters, Increase in Diameters, and Resistance of Enamelled Round Aluminium Winding Wires based on IS 13730-0-1

SWG Nominal Conductor Diameter Conductor
Tolerance ±
(mm)
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Conductor Resistance at 20°C
For 1 meter (ohms)
(mm) Min. Increase
(mm)
Max. Overall
(mm)
Min. Increase
(mm)
Max. Overall
(mm)
Min. Increase
(mm)
Max. Overall
(mm)
Nominal Maximum Minimum
4 5.893 0.059 0.054 5.986 0.098 6.034 0.146 6.079 0.001023 0.001033 0.001012
5 5.385 0.054 0.052 5.478 0.096 5.526 0.144 5.571 0.001225 0.001238 0.001213
6 4.877 0.049 0.050 4.970 0.094 5.018 0.142 5.063 0.001493 0.001509 0.001478
7 4.470 0.045 0.049 4.561 0.092 4.607 0.138 4.651 0.001777 0.001796 0.001759
8 4.064 0.041 0.048 4.155 0.091 4.197 0.137 4.245 0.002150 0.002173 0.002128
9 3.658 0.037,, 0.047 3.746 0.089 3.791 0.134 3.834 0.002654 0.002682 0.002627
10 3.251 0.033 0.046 3.336 0.086 3.380 0.130 3.422 0.003360 0.003396 0.003325
11 2.946 0.029 0.045 3.029 0.084 3.072 0.127 3.112 0.004092 0.004136 0.004049
12 2.642 0.026 0.043 2.722 0.081 2.764 0.123 2.803 0.005087 0.005143 0.005034
13 2.337 0.023 0.042 2.415 0.079 2.455 0.119 2.493 0.006502 0.006573 0.006433
14 2.032 0.020 0.041 2.108 0.077 2.147 0.116 2.184 0.008600 0.008696 0.008508
15 1.829 0,018 0.040 1.903 0.075 1.941 0.113 1.977 0.010615 0.010735 0.010501
16 1.626 0.016 0.039 1.698 0.073 1.735 0.110 1.770 0.013431 0.013618 0.013285
17 1.422 0.014 0.038 1.492 0.071 1.528 0.107 1.562 0.017562 0.017765 0.017366
18 1.219 0.012 0.035 1.285 0.067 1.318 0.100 1.350 0.023898 0.024180 0.023627
19 1.016 0.010 0.034 1.080 0.065 1.113 0.098 1.144 0.034401 0.034819 0.03400
20 0.914 0.009 0.034 0.976 0.063 1.008 0.095 1.038 0.042508 0.043034 0.042003
21 0.813 0.008 0.032 0.872 0.060 0.902 0.090 0.931 0.053726 0.054404 0.053074
22 0.711 0.007 0.030 0.766 0.056 0.795 0.085 0.822 0.070247 0.071160 0.069369
23 0.610 0.006 0.027 0.659 0.050 0.684 0.075 0.708 0.095434 0.096399 0.094507
24 0.559 0.006 0.025 0.605 0.047 0.629 0.071 0.652 0.113643 0.114999 0.112338
25 0.508 0.005 0.025 0.554 0.047 0.578 0.071 0.601 0.137606 0.139553 0.135737
26 0.457 0.005 0.024 0.501 0.045 0.523 0.067 0.544 0.170033 0.172135 0.168012
27 0.417 0.005 0.022 0.458 0.042 0.480 0.064 0.500 0.204217 0.207181 0.201373
28 0.376 0.005 0.021 0.417 0.040 0.435 0.060 0.454 0.251182 0.255504 0.247045
29 0.345 0.004 ·0.020 0.382 0.038 0.401 0.057 0.418 0.298350 0.302438 0.294425
30 0.315 0.004 0.019 0.349 0.035 0.367 0.053 0.384 0.357885 0.363600 0.352407
31 0.295 0.004 0.019 0.329 0.035 0.347 0.053 0.364 0.408057 0.415297 0.401128
32 0.274 0.004 0,018 0.306 0.033 0.323 0.050 0.339 0.473003 0.482412 0.464019
33 0.254 0.004 0.018 0.286 0.033 0.303 0.050 0.319 0.550424 0.562685 0.538748
34 0.234 0.004 0.017 0.265 0.032 0.281 0.048 0.296 0.648534 0.664798 0.633099
35 0.213 0.003 0.015 0.241 0.029 0.255 0.043 0.269 0.782718 0.797456 0.768631
36 0.193 0.003 0.014 0.219 0.027 0.232 0.039 0.245 0.953345 0.974177 0.933498
Type of Enamelled Aluminium Winding Wires
. Polyester (PE 130)
  • General-purpose enamelled wire for dry-type transformers and motors
  • Used in B-class applications
  • Heat resistance: 130°C
. Modified Polyester (Mod. PE 155)
  • Enhanced insulation for higher thermal stability
  • Used in F-class motors, domestic appliances, and hand tools
  • Heat resistance: 155°C
. Polyester-Imide (PEI 180)
  • High thermal endurance
  • Used in H-class motors, hand tools, and chemical industry applications
  • Heat resistance: 180°C
. Dual Coated: Polyester-Imide + Polyamide-Imide (DC PEI+PAI 200)
  • Excellent heat and chemical resistance
  • Suitable for encapsulated coils and continuous-duty motors
  • Heat resistance: 200°C
. Polyvinyl Acetal (PVA 105)
  • Good mechanical, chemical, and electrical properties
  • Designed for high-speed winding in small motors, coils, and relays
  • Heat resistance: 105°C
. Polyester overcoated with polyamide (PE + Polyamide 155)
  • Low coefficient of friction; suitable for fine winding
  • Used in small motors and instrument coils
  • Heat resistance: 155°C
. Polyurethane overcoated with Polyamide (PU + Polyamide 130)
  • High solderability with mechanical protection
  • Used in high-speed winders and small motors
  • Heat resistance: 130°C
. Polyester-Imide overcoated with Polyamide (PEI + Polyamide 180)
  • Designed for maximum thermal and mechanical durability
  • Ideal for demanding applications requiring high endurance
  • Heat resistance: 180°C
. Polyester-Amide-Imide (PI 220)
  • Self-bonding insulation with a very high temperature class
  • Used in coils requiring bonding without external adhesives
  • Heat resistance: 220°C
. Self-Bonding: Polyester-Imide + Bonding Layer (PEI + Bonding 180)
  • Solderable and thermoplastic bonding
  • Suitable for self-supported coils in TVs, electronics, & voice coils
  • Heat resistance: 180°C
  • Bonding temperature: 170–180°C
. Self-Bonding: Polyurethane + Bonding Layer (PU + Bonding 155)
  • Self-bonding and solderable
  • Used in relays, small motors, & telecommunication coils
  • Heat resistance: 155°C
  • Bonding temperature: 170–180°C
Common Applications of Enamelled Aluminium Wires

Enamelled aluminium wires are an industry standard in the following

. Electric Motors
  • Widely used in pumps, fans, washing machines, air conditioners, compressors, and industrial machinery.
  • Known as aluminium winding wire for motors, these wires help reduce motor weight and cost.
. Power and Distribution Transformers
  • Withstand high voltage and heat conditions.
  • Their thermal endurance makes them ideal for continuous operation in transformers.
. Enamelled Aluminium Magnet Wire
  • Used in electromagnetic fields to create inductance in coils.
  • Popular in radios, telecommunication devices, speakers, and medical equipment
. Automotive and EV Systems
  • Automotive alternators and electric vehicle (EV) motors benefit from lightweight windings, increasing vehicle efficiency/li>
. Household Appliances & Electronics
  • Motors, relays, and solenoids in domestic appliances depend on these wires for smooth performance.
Enamelled Round Copper Winding Wires
Benefits in Real-World Applications
  • Material Cost Savings: Replacing copper with aluminium in a 100 kW motor saves significant raw material cost without major design changes.
  • Energy Efficiency: Lighter motors reduce energy consumption in vehicles and appliances.
  • Space-Saving Design: More compact windings for tightly packed devices.
  • Sustainable Manufacturing: Aluminium extraction and recycling are less resource-intensive compared to copper.
FAQ Section – People Also Ask

Enamelled Round Aluminium Winding Wires are primarily used in motors, transformers, generators, inductors, relays, and electronic devices where electrical insulation and magnetic properties are essential.

Copper wire offers higher conductivity, but aluminium is lighter and more economical. For cost-sensitive and weight-specific applications, enamelled aluminium electrical wire is often preferred.

Yes, aluminium winding wire for motor use is industry-standard today, particularly in HVAC, automotive, and small appliance motors, thanks to improved insulation and processing technology.

Depending on the enamel type, temperature ratings range from 130°C to 220°C, complying with IS and IEC thermal class standards.

Yes, but design adjustments may be necessary for conductivity and diameter. Consult with manufacturers to ensure compatibility.

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