Chemistry:Fishpaper

Fish paper or fishpaper is a strong, flexible, fibrous dielectric paper. It resists moderate heat and mechanical injury, and is often used for wrapping coils and insulating stove-top parts. It is hygroscopic and so must be treated with paraffin for use in moist environments. Some fish papers incorporate mica layers to increase the dielectric strength giving good mechanical strength.

Fish paper is a durable, flexible, electrical insulator that's made of vulcanized fiber and used with motor windings and for gasket insulation. A lightweight dielectric paper, this electrical grade material is also a good choice for oil-filled transformers. Moisture absorption can cause fish paper to swell or curl.

See also

• Electrical insulation paper
• Vulcanized fibre