What is it called and where can I source a small quantity of such wiring?
Replace it with modern high quality cord. I have not seen the cord sold that originally came on them in decades. The last thing you want to have is a fire in your darkroom or studio. I replaced my cords a long time ago with 3 conductor 12 gauge and grounded the thing. I hate getting tickled by Mr. Edison's current friends. You don't really want to join the resistance.
Replace it with modern high quality cord. I have not seen the cord sold that originally came on them in decades. The last thing you want to have is a fire in your darkroom or studio. I replaced my cords a long time ago with 3 conductor 12 gauge and grounded the thing. I hate getting tickled by Mr. Edison's current friends. You don't really want to join the resistance.
I'd use high temp wire:
"Fabric Covered" "Fabric Braided" "Cotton Covered" ... there's various names to describe it.
Now-a-days it has a plastic insulator under the fabric for safety.
Most definitely.I'd use high temp wire:
As a licensed Master Electrician, I would refer to the National Electric Code, table 310.4(1), conductors rated for under 600 volts. I would be looking for a conductor that has a maximum temperature rating GREATER than the highest setting of the thermostat. Maximum conductor operating temperatures in this table range from 140f to as high as 392f. Specialty wires go even higher. Looking for replacement conductors, I would go an appliance repair shop and purchase conductors for use in a range or oven. Ranges and ovens use conductors that are suitable for 500+ degrees farenheit. Size the conductor for the load applied. If the press is rated at 15 amps, use #14 wire, 10 amps would require a minimum of #16. In addition to the temperature you need to be aware of the flexibility of the conductor for when the press is opened and closed. Do not use a single strand conductor. The more strands the better.
Do such places still exist?I would take it to a shop that repairs hot plates.
Do such places still exist?
Nickel Hinge Wire is nickel coated Copper stranded wire with a high temperature insulation. I bought a small roll to repair an oven and just having the roll has eliminated the need to repair another high temp device for the last 20 years. Works Great!
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