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Wire solutions engineered for Wind Energy

From our Naples, Florida manufacturing facility, Pelican Wire plays a crucial role in the Wind & Alternate Energy industries by providing leading-edge wire solutions essential to the manufacturing of wind turbine blades. Recognizing the critical nature of reliable electrical pathways within these large structures, we engineer custom wire for various applications during production.

  • Fine gauge
  • High temperature
  • Custom cable
  • Prototype → production
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Engineering-first support

Bring us the application, not just a part number

Tell us the conditions your Wind Energy application runs in: temperature, resistance, gauge, weight, flex life, shielding, insulation and manufacturability. Our engineers help you build the right wire around them.

  • Need a smaller OD or lower weight?
  • Need precise resistance per foot?
  • Need better flex performance?
  • Need higher-temperature insulation?
  • Need sensing and power in one cable?
  • Need prototype quantities first?

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A few details are enough to start. Attach a drawing or spec if you have one.

An engineer or sales specialist will review your application and follow up.

Wind Energy · Capabilities

Build the right wire around the environment

Start with the capability closest to your application.

  • Resistance & heating wire

    Custom resistance values, heating applications and constructions for demanding thermal environments.

  • Thermocouple & sensing

    Temperature-measurement wire and cable designed around accuracy, gauge and insulation requirements.

  • Fine-gauge custom cable

    Compact constructions engineered to reduce weight, save routing space and combine functions.

  • Prototype to production

    Engineering collaboration, material selection and iterative development before scalable manufacturing.

  • ISO 9001:2015

    Certified quality system

  • ISO/IEC 17025

    Accredited testing and calibration

  • Fine-gauge expertise

    Specialized capability for small constructions

  • Rapid prototyping

    Short runs to prove a design

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Wind Energy · FAQ

Answers to common questions

What engineers ask us most about wire for Wind Energy applications.

What are the key challenges for wiring in wind turbines?

Wind turbine cables must endure constant vibration, extreme temperatures, and exposure to the elements. They also need to be highly reliable to minimize downtime and maintenance costs. Pelican Wire provides robust and durable wire and cable solutions that are designed to meet these challenges.

What types of wire are used in wind turbines?

Wind turbines use a variety of wires, including power cables to transmit the generated electricity, control cables for the turbine’s systems, and sensor wires to monitor performance. We offer custom solutions for all of these applications.

How does Pelican Wire ensure the reliability of its wind energy cables?

Our cables are designed and tested to withstand the harsh environment of a wind turbine. We use high-quality materials and manufacturing processes to ensure our cables provide long-term, reliable performance.

Can you provide custom cable assemblies for our wind turbine design?

Yes, we can provide custom-designed and manufactured cable assemblies that are tailored to your specific wind turbine design. This can simplify installation and improve the overall reliability of your system.

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What is the importance of cable flexibility in a wind turbine?

The nacelle and blades of a wind turbine are constantly moving, so the cables must be flexible enough to withstand this movement without failing. We offer a range of high-flex life cables that are ideal for these applications.

How do you protect wind turbine cables from the elements?

We can provide our cables with a variety of jacketing materials that are resistant to UV radiation, moisture, and extreme temperatures. We can also provide custom-molded assemblies for added protection.

What is the role of thermocouple wire in wind turbines?

Thermocouple wire is used to monitor the temperature of critical components in a wind turbine, such as the gearbox and generator. This can help to detect potential problems early and prevent costly failures.

Can you provide cables for offshore wind turbines?

Yes, we can provide cables that are designed to withstand the corrosive saltwater environment of an offshore wind farm. We use specialized materials and construction techniques to ensure the long-term reliability of our cables in these demanding applications.

How can Pelican Wire help us reduce the cost of our wind turbine?

We can work with you to design a custom cable solution that is optimized for your specific application. This can help to reduce material costs, simplify installation, and improve the overall reliability of your system, which can lead to lower maintenance costs over the life of the turbine.

What is the future of wind energy and how is Pelican Wire preparing for it?

The future of wind energy is in larger, more efficient turbines and offshore wind farms. We are constantly developing new wire and cable solutions to meet the evolving needs of this industry, including higher-voltage cables and more durable materials.

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