Materials for Wire, Cable, & Electrical Applications
We move fast and we need information to move fast too. We expect uninterrupted data, responsive instruments and clear signals. And above all other performance criteria, we value safety. To support the growth and speed of information exchange, we've designed a robust material portfolio, giving options to engineers who are building cables to provide data, energy and power, control, signals and other functions while adhering to strict fire performance standards.
The brand names GARAFLEX, GARATHANE, MEGOLON, MEXIFLEX, POLIVISOL, SMOKEGUARD, SYLVIN and VINASTAB are trademarks of Alphagary/Mexichem.
The GW series is formulated for communication and electrical cables needing to pass NEC 1581, 1685, and 1666 fire testing.
POLIVISOL flame retardant compounds are ideal for applications such as building wire (UL recognized) and automotive wiring.
SMOKEGUARD compounds are formulated for plenum cables needing to pass NFPA 262, UL 910.
SYLVIN compounds are designed for booster cable, speaker wire, flex cord, THHW wire, and automotive wiring as well as molding compounds for cord sets and strain relief systems.
VINAPRENE compounds for designed for general purpose cables and automotive wiring, including options for thin-wall jacket, designed to meet European BS and ISO standards.
Low smoke, halogen-free (LSHF) MEGOLON compounds are formulated with properties required for a variety of cables including communications, power, energy, control, industrial automation, hybrid and specialty cables needing to pass European CPR and NEC fire testing.
ECOTEK low smoke, halogen-free compounds produced by Shakun Polymers enhance Alphagary's product offering with silane cross-linkable grades
Flame retardant thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds and alloys for jacket and insulation applications, designed to meet the requirements of unique, rugged environments.
GARAFLEX families:
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GARAFLEX E - thermoplastic vinyl elastomers
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GARAFLEX V - thermoplastic elastomer vulcanizates
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GARAFLEX O - thermoplastic olefins
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GARAFLEX G - styrenic-based elastomers
Additives for PVC
Typical communications and electrical cable applications
From material selection through testing, scale-up and production, our hands-on expertise in the wire & cable space thrives due to cooperative partnerships with our customers, long after product approval. Additionally, we work side-by-side with leading third-party testing facilities, such as Underwriters Laboratories, helping us understand test protocol as well as recognition programs (like fingerprinting protocol) that supports transparent reporting practices. All together, these principles translate to safety – in how we formulate, manufacture and support ongoing production as you build cables out of materials designed with integrity.
