Cycle-Tek expands sustainable product line for wire & cable compounds

Pawtucket, RI – Cycle-Tek, a Teknor Apex company, announced the launch of two new grades specifically formulated for flexible cord and IMSA applications: Cycle-Tek® 20401-82A BLK 1 and Cycle-Tek® 20401-82A FR BLK 1. Made with up to 50% recycled content, these new compounds add new options for wire & cable manufacturers looking to incorporate more sustainable materials in their cable design.

“We’re proud to expand our line of sustainable products with Cycle-Tek 20401-82A BLK 1 and Cycle-Tek 20401-82A FR BLK 1,” said Sunny Mahajan, Cycle-Tek Business Manager. “By incorporating recycled materials into our formulations, we’re helping to reduce waste to landfills and conserve resources without compromising performance.”

Cycle-Tek’s new PVC compounds offer a compelling combination benefits, including:

Environmental Sustainability: Made with up to 50% recycled content, reducing environmental impact.
Performance: Delivers the flexibility, durability, and electrical properties required for demanding applications.
Cost-Effective: Offers a competitive solution for applications where formal UL recognition is not a requirement.
Flame Retardance: Cycle-Tek 20401-82A FR BLK 1 provides enhanced flame retardancy for added safety.

These new compounds offer a sustainable solution for a wide range of flexible cable applications, including those in the appliance, power tool, electronics, lighting, and industrial machinery sectors.