The difference between soft-sheathed cables and hard-sheathed cables is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

1. Material and structure: the core wire of the soft-sheathed cable is composed of a number of fine copper wires, which is relatively soft and easy to bend and wire; The core wire of the hard-sheathed cable is a single thick copper wire or aluminum wire, which is relatively hard. In addition, the sheath materials of the two may also be different, but they are usually plastic materials such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

2. Scope of use: Because of its soft and flexible characteristics, soft sheathed cable is more suitable for mobile appliances, household appliances and other occasions that need to move or bend frequently; The hard-sheathed cable is more suitable for fixed laying power lines and building wires and other occasions that need long-term stable work.

3. Safety: There is no significant difference between the two in terms of safety, and both comply with relevant standards and specifications. However, in specific applications, soft-sheathed cables may be more susceptible to mechanical damage or external pressure, so special attention to protection measures is required when selecting and using them.

There is no fixed requirement for the number of core wires of a soft-sheathed cable, which can be two or more. This flexibility allows soft-sheathed cables to be adapted to different application requirements. At the same time, the core wire of the cable is protected by a PVC sheath, and the arrangement between the core wires has no special requirements.

There is no fixed requirement for the number of core wires for hard sheathed cables, which can also be two or more, depending on the specific application requirements. The main difference between hard sheathed cables and soft sheathed cables is the material and hardness of their sheaths, rather than the number of cores.


In general, there are certain differences between soft-sheathed cables and hard-sheathed cables in terms of material, structure, and scope of use. When selecting the cable, you need to consider the specific application scenarios and requirements to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the cable.

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