short definition: uninsulated copper conductors for electrical applications
copper wire with no coating. Bare copper can be made in hard, medium-hard, or soft annealed tempers. Bare conductors are available in stranded, braided, or solid (single-end) constructions, depending on the requirements of the application.
synonym: bare conductors
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note: Bare wires are used for conductivity as well as non-conductivity applications. They are used in transmission systems, as earthing (grounding) wires, ...
standard ASTM B354-23