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Flat braid tinned copper grounding strap 1/2-inch wide, 21 foot Roll NOS

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Flat braid tinned copper grounding strap 1/2-inch wide, 21 foot Roll NOS

1/2-inch woven (braided/flat braid) tinned copper grounding strap is a flexible, corrosion-resistant conductor made from braided strands of tinned copper wire. The tin plating improves solderability, reduces oxidation, and enhances durability in various environments. It is commonly used for low-impedance grounding paths that need flexibility to handle vibration, expansion, or movement.
 
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Key Specs (Typical for 1/2" Tinned Copper Flat Braid)
  • Width: 1/2 inch (nominal ~0.5").
  • Construction: Braided from multiple strands of tinned copper (e.g., constructions like 48 carriers, 8-36 ends, or similar; often ~10 AWG equivalent).
  • Typical thickness: ~0.030" to 0.058" or more depending on braid density.
     
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  • Ampacity: Approximately 50–90 amps (varies by installation, airflow, and temperature rise; one common spec lists ~53 amps).
     
     
  • Weight: Roughly 0.04 lbs per foot (varies slightly by exact braid).
  • Resistance: Low DC resistance (e.g., around 1.5 ohms per 1,000 ft in similar constructions).
  • Your piece: 21 feet long, standard weave, appears tinned copper — ideal length for custom grounding applications or resale in shorter segments.
It provides excellent conductivity with mechanical flexibility compared to solid wire or strap.
 
 
Common Uses
  • Grounding & Bonding: Equipment chassis, vehicle/automotive grounds, antenna systems, ham radio, CB radio, electrical panels, and machinery.
  • RF/EMI Shielding & Bonding: Reducing noise and interference in electronics and radio installations.
  • Vibration & Movement: Connections where rigid wire would fail (e.g., engines, generators, industrial equipment).
  • DIY & Repair: Battery to chassis grounds, solar/off-grid systems, marine/automotive electrical, and custom jumpers.
  • Other: Lightning protection paths, surge protection, and flexible busbars.
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