Flexible Cord. Heat, Moisture and Oil Resistant EPDM Rubber Insulation CPE Jacket Cable

EPDM Insulation / CPE Jacket Flexible Cord — Oil & Weather Resistant Portable Cable

This flexible cord combines EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) rubber core insulation with a chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) thermoplastic rubber outer jacket. EPDM provides outstanding electrical insulation and resistance to heat, ozone, and weathering, while the CPE jacket adds excellent oil resistance, toughness, and flame retardancy — meeting or exceeding UL 62 and IEC 60245 requirements for hard-usage portable applications.

Available in 300V and 600V ratings, 2 to 4 conductors, AWG sizes 18 AWG to 4/0 AWG (or equivalent mm²), this cable is the preferred choice for demanding North American industrial and construction applications requiring both weather and oil resistance.

Key Design Features

• EPDM core insulation — superior ozone, UV, and heat ageing resistance
• CPE outer jacket — outstanding oil, chemical, and flame resistance
• Extra-fine-wire stranded copper conductors for maximum flexibility
• Rated 300V or 600V; operating temperature ‑40°C to +90°C
• UL 62 hard and extra-hard usage ratings
• Suitable for wet locations and continuous outdoor exposure
• 2 to 4 conductors; 18 AWG to 4/0 AWG

Typical Applications

• Industrial portable tools in oil-contaminated environments
• Mining equipment in wet and harsh conditions
• Construction site heavy equipment power supply
• Agricultural machinery in outdoor and wet conditions
• Oil and gas field portable tools
• Marine deck connections and dockside power

Selection Guide

EPDM/CPE vs Standard Rubber Cords

EPDM/CPE combinations deliver superior performance over traditional SBR rubber in heat ageing (90°C vs 60°C), oil resistance (CPE jacket), and UV stability — the preferred upgrade for any application currently using S or SO type cables.