Quick DIY Interconnect Question: Cable Wrap

[Mozhoven]

Hello all,

I just finished my TNT shoestring interconnects and am ready to wrap them. Unfortunately, the diameter of the polyethylene tube I used prohibits me from using shoelaces and I don't really want to fork out $$ for Techflex right now.

I know PVC is a no-no (to some) because of its dielectric properties, so I want to know if I can wrap the cable in electrical tape for the time being. I think it's vinyl but I am not positive. I'm sure it's ok, but I want to ask first before spending the time to do it. Thanks in advance,

-Jeremy

 

[Jon L]

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Originally Posted by Mozhoven /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hello all, I just finished my TNT shoestring interconnects and am ready to wrap them. Unfortunately, the diameter of the polyethylene tube I used prohibits me from using shoelaces and I don't really want to fork out $$ for Techflex right now. I know PVC is a no-no (to some) because of its dielectric properties, so I want to know if I can wrap the cable in electrical tape for the time being. I think it's vinyl but I am not positive. I'm sure it's ok, but I want to ask first before spending the time to do it. Thanks in advance, -Jeremy

The black electric tape *is* similar to PVC material, but it wont' matter much b/c the wire you use has primary dielectric coating already. What I would do is probably use some kind of tape to secure the wires every few inches until you can find big enough covering of some kind.

 

[Mozhoven]

You know what? After wrapping the wire in the specified geometric patter called for by TNT, it looked so good I don't think I will cover it up. It's very "Star Trek". Besides, once it is installed in my cabinet, I don't plan on getting back there often.