Electrification (Wire & Cable): Westlake Global Compounds 19463 PVC Compound
Background
Westlake Global Compounds’ grade 19463 is a tried-and-true flexible PVC compound that has been around for decades. It is approved by both UL and CSA for use in multiple continents, making it a global compound with supply chain options. Westlake Global Compounds manufactures 19463 globally, at multiple sites for customers’ ease of access. This ensures that customers have access to a consistent formulation of 19463, regardless of where they are located.
Westlake Global Compounds takes great care to ensure that 19463 is readily available as one of its priority compounds. This means that Westlake Global Compounds has a good understanding of customer demand and has the inventory and production capacity to meet that demand.
Benefits of Westlake Global Compounds’ grade 19463
- Global compound with supply chain options
- Consistent formulation
- Processability equal to or better than competitive compounds
- Performance and cost are equal to or better than competitive compounds
- RoHS compliant
- Used in a variety of applications, including insulation and cable jackets
- Produced and available globally
- Westlake Global Compounds 19463 is a priority compounds available at multiple locations
Challenge
A major manufacturer of power cables faced a significant challenge with their current PVC insulation compound. The compound exhibited insufficient flexibility, leading to frequent cable breakage during installation in cold weather conditions. This resulted in substantial material waste, production delays, and increased costs.
Solution
19463 is a good blend of performance and cost, and it is RoHS compliant. It is used in a variety of applications, including insulation and cable jackets. With it wide availability globally, our customer was able to access this product in various locations globally.
Conclusion
Westlake Global Compounds takes great care to ensure that 19463 is readily available as one of its priority compounds. This means that Westlake Global Compounds has a good understanding of customer demand and has the inventory and production capacity to meet that demand.
Westlake Global Compounds’ grade 19463 is a versatile and reliable global PVC compound. It is a good choice for businesses that need a high-quality PVC compound that is available in multiple locations around the world.