Silicone cable 50cm 28AWG

Avant Slot 28AWG Silicone Wire: Flexibility and Reliability for Your Electrical Installations

When working inside a slot car, space is a precious commodity. A rigid wire quickly becomes a problem: it takes up volume, resists movement, and can interfere with the guide, motor, or chassis. The Avant Slot 28AWG silicone wire (ref. AV20805) is designed precisely to eliminate these frictions: with a length of 50 cm, ultra-soft silicone sheath, and multi-strand construction, it adapts to any routing with exceptional malleability.

Main Features

• 28AWG Gauge: standardised section, commonly used in electrical installations of slot cars in 1/32 and 1/24 scale.
• Length of 50 cm: sufficient for working comfortably and cutting to size as needed.
• Ultra-soft silicone sheath: much more flexible than conventional PVC, it withstands heat and does not harden over time.
• Multi-strand construction: the core is made up of multiple fine copper strands, which increases the flexibility of the assembly and reduces electrical resistance compared to a solid conductor.

Applications and Installation

This wire is designed for internal connections: braid to motor, motor to pick-ups, or any point in the electrical chain where a manageable conductor is needed. Its soft sheath allows it to be bent and routed without returning to its original shape, facilitating a clean finish even in very compact chassis.

When working with it, simply strip a few millimetres from each end, tin the strands, and solder. The silicone withstands the heat from the soldering iron without retracting sharply, providing a more comfortable working margin than standard sheathed wires.

Compatibility and Recommended Use

As a standardised 28AWG wire, it fits seamlessly into any slot car preparation or repair project, regardless of the manufacturer. It is particularly useful in tuning jobs where all internal wiring is renewed to reduce electrical losses and tidy up the chassis interior.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 28AWG mean and is it suitable for slot cars?

AWG (American Wire Gauge) is the most widely used wire gauge measurement system in electronics. 28AWG corresponds to a cross-section of approximately 0.08 mm², suitable for the typical working currents in 1/32 and 1/24 scale slot cars.

What advantage does the silicone sheath have over PVC?

Silicone is much more flexible and heat-resistant than PVC. It does not harden over time nor is it affected by the temperatures that the motor can reach during a running session, which extends the lifespan of the wiring.

Can I use this wire to connect the braids to the motor?

Yes, it is one of its most common applications. Its flexibility makes routing easier without the wire pulling or putting tension on the solder points.

Are 50 cm sufficient for a standard slot car?

In a 1/32 scale car, the internal routings are very short. With 50 cm, you have more than enough material to make several connections or to cut to size comfortably.

The Avant Slot AV20805 is a 50 cm 28AWG silicone wire designed for slot car internal wiring. Its ultra-soft silicone sheath and multi-strand copper core provide outstanding flexibility, making it the go-to choice for slot car tuning, rewiring projects, and pick-up or motor connections in 1/32 and 1/24 scale models. Compatible with all major slot car brands and chassis types.