Overview
The Racers Edge 16-Gauge Silicone Wire is engineered for mid-power RC applications where flexibility, durability, and low resistance are essential. Built with stranded copper conductors and a premium silicone outer jacket, this wire stays soft and pliable even in tight chassis routing or cold weather conditions, making it noticeably easier to work with than typical PVC-insulated wire.
Available here as a 3 ft length in red. Red insulation makes positive lead identification clear and clean.
Key Features
- 16 AWG (16-gauge) silicone-jacketed wire
- Stranded copper for flexibility and conductivity
- Red jacket for polarity identification
- 3 ft length
- Stays flexible in heat and cold
- Easy to strip and solder
Performance Benefits
- Low voltage drop under load
- Flexible silicone jacket eases routing in tight chassis
- 16 AWG wire suits 1/10 brushless setups, smaller ESCs, and mid-power applications.
- Heat-resistant insulation for engine-bay or ESC-adjacent runs
Usage Notes
- Match wire gauge to expected current draw - undersized wire heats up and wastes power.
- Use a sharp, properly sized wire stripper to avoid nicking strands.
- Always heat-shrink solder joints for insulation.
Technical Specs
- Wire Gauge: 16 AWG
- Insulation: Silicone
- Color: Red
- Length: 3 ft (~915 mm)
- Conductor: Stranded copper
Fitment
- 1:10 scale RC vehicles (1:10 All)
What's Included
- (1) Racers Edge 16-Gauge Silicone Wire, 3 ft, Red
Summary
- 16 AWG silicone-jacketed wire
- 3 ft length, Red
- Flexible, low-resistance copper conductor
- Premium replacement for stock RC wiring
