Polyamide-Imide Enameled Copper Round Wire (AIW,220 °C)

Thermal Class:220°C
Dimension: 0.040-0.50 mm; AWG 24-46
Application: hermetic compressors, ignition coils

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Product description
Polyamide-Imide Enameled Copper Round Wire (AIW, Class 200/220/240)

Technical Specifications

220 °C (Class HC) 0.040 – 2.50 mm IEC 60317 / NEMA MW 1000 / GB/T 6109
Product NamePolyamide-Imide Enameled Copper Round Wire
Enamel CodeAIW polyamide-imide enamel (GB code QXY / QY)
ConductorElectrolytic copper, Cu ≥ 99.95%
Diameter Range0.040 – 2.50 mm
Thermal Class 220 °C (Class HC)
Insulation GradeGrade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3
PropertiesHigh mechanical strength, chemical resistance, radiation resistance, refrigerant resistance
ColourNatural amber; custom colours on request
StandardsIEC 60317, NEMA MW 1000, GB/T 6109, JIS C 3202
ComplianceRoHS, REACH
PackingPT-15 – PT-25 spool, 30 kg per spool

Product Overview

Polyamide-imide enameled copper round wire, designated PIW or QY, is the highest-performance enamel system in our round-wire range. The polyamide-imide film delivers outstanding mechanical strength, electrical performance and resistance to heat, chemicals and refrigerants, making it the correct choice for motors that must survive overload, extreme cold or aggressive refrigerants.

Supplied from 0.040 to 0.50 mm in thermal classes 200, 220 and 240, it is widely used in sealed refrigeration compressors, ignition coils and high-temperature electrical equipment.

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.
  • Highest thermal class in our round-wire range, up to 240 °C.
  • Excellent resistance to refrigerants, chemicals and radiation.
  • Strong resistance to soft breakdown under overload conditions.

Product Features

  • Excellent mechanical and electrical properties at high temperature.
  • Superior resistance to soft breakdown and overload conditions.
  • High mechanical strength for demanding winding and insertion processes.
  • Outstanding refrigerant resistance for hermetic compressor motors.
  • Withstands high temperature, extreme cold and radiation exposure.
  • Stable performance in chemically aggressive environments.

Typical Applications

  • Sealed refrigeration and air-conditioning compressor motors.
  • Ignition coils for automotive and motorcycle engines.
  • Motors and appliances operating under high-temperature or overload conditions.
  • Equipment exposed to radiation, extreme cold or aggressive chemicals.
  • High-reliability industrial and aerospace windings.

Packing & Delivery

Spool TypePT-25 plastic spool, or plywood spool for heavy-gauge and large-volume orders
Spool Weight30 kg per spool (flat wire spools typically 30 – 150 kg)
Inner PackingMoisture barrier wrap to protect the enamel film during transport
Outer PackingCarton boxes on pallets, or plywood cases for sea freight
CustomisationSpool 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 CodeInternational CodeEnamel TypeThermal Class / Feature
QAUEWPolyurethane Enameled WireDirect solderable; 130 / 155 / 180 °C
QZPEWPolyester Enameled Wire130 / 155 °C
QZYEIWPolyesterimide Enameled Wire180 °C
QXYAIWPolyamide-Imide Enameled Wire200 / 220 / 240 °C
Q(ZY/XY)EI/AIW (PEI/PAI)Polyesterimide / Polyamide-Imide Composite200 °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

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Why choose Class 240 polyamide-imide over standard enamel?
Class 240 polyamide-imide withstands far higher continuous temperatures and offers much better refrigerant and chemical resistance than standard polyester or polyurethane enamels. It is the required grade for hermetic compressor motors, ignition coils and other severe-duty applications.
Q
Is the wire suitable for hermetic refrigeration systems?
Yes. Polyamide-imide enamel is specifically formulated for resistance to refrigerants and compressor lubricants, making it the established choice for hermetic compressor motor windings.
Q
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.
Q
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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