Polyester & Polyester-imide Enameled Copper Round Wire (EIW, 180 °C)

Thermal Class: 180 °C
Dimension: 0.04-2.50 mm; AWG 10-46
Application: industrial motors, transformers, power tools

Estimated Delivery:Oct 31 - Nov 04

Polyester & Polyester-Imide Enameled Copper Round Wire (PEW/EIW)

Technical Specifications

180 °C (Class H) 0.04 – 2.50 mm IEC 60317 / NEMA MW 1000 / GB/T 6109

Product Name	Polyester / Polyester-Imide Enameled Copper Round Wire
Enamel Code	PEW (GB QZ) polyester / EIW (GB QZY) polyesterimide
Conductor	Electrolytic copper, Cu ≥ 99.95%
Diameter Range	0.04 – 2.50 mm
Thermal Class	180 °C (Class H)
Insulation Grade	Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3
Colour	Natural amber, red, blue, green; custom colours on request
Standards	IEC 60317, NEMA MW 1000, GB/T 6109, JIS C 3202
Compliance	RoHS, REACH
Packing	PT-25 – PT-270 spool, 30 kg per spool

Product Overview

Polyester and polyester-imide enameled copper round wire, designated PEW and EIW, is the workhorse grade of the magnet wire industry. It balances cost, thermal performance and mechanical robustness, making it the default choice for general-purpose motors, transformers and electrical appliances.

The polyester base enamel provides good adhesion and pinhole resistance, while the polyester-imide variant raises the thermal class to 180 with improved chemical and solvent resistance. Both are supplied from 0.04 to 2.50 mm.

Key Advantages

Dual manufacturing hubs in Changzhou and Foshan, China, covering both fine-gauge and heavy-gauge production.
Full production range from 0.04 mm to 2.50 mm, supporting everything from micro-motors to large power equipment.
Monthly output of approximately 3,000 tons, with stable capacity for repeat and high-volume programmes.
ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified quality and environmental management systems.
RoHS and REACH compliant insulation systems for European and North American markets.
Wire manufactured in accordance with IEC, NEMA, GB and JIS international standards.
Best balance of cost, performance and availability for general winding work.
Excellent adhesion and pinhole resistance reduce rejection rates.
Class 180 polyester-imide option covers most industrial motor requirements.

Product Features

Good adhesion and pinhole resistance for reliable winding.
Stable dielectric strength across the full diameter range.
Good solvent and chemical resistance, particularly the Class 180 grade.
Abrasion-resistant surface suitable for high-speed winding equipment.
Consistent diameter tolerance for automated production.
Available in multiple colours for phase identification.

Typical Applications

General industrial motors and pumps.
Power and distribution transformers.
Electrical appliances, fans and small household motors.
Power tools and compressors.
Ballasts, chokes and general-purpose coils.

Packing & Delivery

Spool Type	PT-25 – PT-270 plastic spool, or plywood spool for heavy-gauge and large-volume orders
Spool Weight	30 kg per spool (flat wire spools typically 30 – 150 kg)
Inner Packing	Moisture barrier wrap to protect the enamel film during transport
Outer Packing	Carton boxes on pallets, or plywood cases for sea freight
Customisation	Spool size, spool weight and pallet configuration can be tailored to your handling equipment

Quality Assurance & Certifications

Quality management system certified to ISO 9001; environmental management certified to ISO 14001.
Insulation systems compliant with RoHS and REACH directives for EU and North American supply chains.
Routine electrical and dimensional testing on every production batch before release.
Traceability maintained from raw conductor lot through to finished spool.
Products manufactured to IEC, NEMA, GB and JIS dimensional and performance standards.

Enamel Type Reference

The enamel designations below are the international equivalents of the Chinese GB codes. All five enamel systems are available on copper, aluminium and copper-clad aluminium conductors, and can be combined with the insulation grades and thermal classes shown on this page.

GB Code	International Code	Enamel Type	Thermal Class / Feature
QA	UEW	Polyurethane Enameled Wire	Direct solderable; 130 / 155 / 180 °C
QZ	PEW	Polyester Enameled Wire	130 / 155 °C
QZY	EIW	Polyesterimide Enameled Wire	180 °C
QXY	AIW	Polyamide-Imide Enameled Wire	200 / 220 / 240 °C
Q(ZY/XY)	EI/AIW (PEI/PAI)	Polyesterimide / Polyamide-Imide Composite	200 °C

Overseas customers normally work with the international codes (UEW, PEW, EIW, AIW). When specifying a grade, please state the international code together with the required thermal class, for example UEW 155 °C or EI/AIW 200 °C.

FAQ

Should I choose PEW or EIW?

Choose PEW (polyester) where the operating temperature is within Class 130 to 155 and cost is the priority. Choose EIW (polyester-imide) for Class 180 duty, where improved thermal and chemical resistance is required. Our engineers can confirm the grade against your temperature rise calculation.

Does this wire require stripping before soldering?

Yes. Polyester and polyester-imide enamels do not decompose at soldering temperature, so the film must be removed mechanically or chemically before termination. If direct soldering is required, consider our UEW polyurethane grade instead.

Can you produce custom diameters, colours and thermal classes?

Yes. As a manufacturer operating two production bases, we can customise conductor diameter, enamel build, colour and thermal class to match your drawing or reference sample. Send us your specification and we will confirm feasibility and tooling lead time.

Do you provide samples for evaluation?

Yes. Standard specifications can be supplied as free samples for qualification testing; freight is normally arranged on a collect basis. Customised specifications may require a small sample charge, which is credited against your first bulk order.

What is the typical lead time?

Standard specifications are typically dispatched within 7 to 15 working days after order confirmation. Lead time for customised or high-volume orders is confirmed at the quotation stage.

How is the wire packed for export?

Wire is wound on plastic or plywood spools, individually wrapped to prevent moisture and mechanical damage, then packed in carton boxes on pallets or in plywood cases. Packing is suitable for both sea and air freight, and customised spool sizes and pallet configurations are available.

What documentation is supplied with each shipment?

Each shipment is accompanied by a packing list, commercial invoice and certificate of origin where applicable. Inspection and test reports covering conductor diameter, enamel thickness, elongation, flexibility and breakdown voltage can be provided on request.

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Need Pricing or a Technical Datasheet?

Send us your conductor size, thermal class and quantity requirement. Our engineers will confirm the correct grade and enamel build, and issue a formal quotation within one working day.

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Polyester & Polyester-imide Enameled Copper Round Wire (EIW, 180 °C)

Thermal Class: 180 °C
Dimension: 0.04-2.50 mm; AWG 10-46
Application: industrial motors, transformers, power tools

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Technical Specifications

Product Overview

Key Advantages

Product Features

Typical Applications

Packing & Delivery

Quality Assurance & Certifications

Enamel Type Reference

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