Thermal aging characteristics of blended modified polypropylene cable insulation materials

Yunjian Wu, Kaidong Xu, Chang Liu, Haoqin Chen, Danfeng Zhang, Xiaoxing Zhang, School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Hubei University of Technology, Quality Department, Wuhan No, Wire and Cable Co

Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials

Published online on May 04, 2026

Abstract

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Cross-linked polyethylene is widely used as the main insulation material in conventional cables, which is difficult to degrade and recycle, making it contrary to the concept of green and sustainable development. In recent years, polypropylene (PP)-based ...