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In Reply to: RE: Solid copper VS Stranded for Speaker wire posted by alanj.martin@verizon.net on December 7, 2011 at 03:14:05:
There are a multiplicity of theories in wire design. There's no way anyone can cover all the theories floating about.
As previously stated, one is that the fewer strands the less chance of signal jumping between conductors and thus you achieve better phase coherency. Signal jumping can be eliminated in stranded designs by using litz wire, where each strand is individually insulated, usually by using a lacquered or polyurethane type finish.
Some use the theory that the conductor forms a waveguide and the cross sectional dimension(s) determine the optimum frequency. Kimber, for example, makes an oval cross sectional wire and manufacturers like Nordost make a ribbon design with rectangular cross sections simulating the waveguides seen in military communications.
And then, of course, there are practical considerations. You want some flexibility for ease of handling and you do want a smaller mass to lower costs and to also make a length of cable look more presentable in a normal home.
Stu
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