{"id":17747,"date":"2021-04-05T09:43:54","date_gmt":"2021-04-05T13:43:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=17747"},"modified":"2025-09-24T16:36:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T20:36:37","slug":"electrical-wiring","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/products\/electrical-wiring\/","title":{"rendered":"Asbestos in Electrical Wiring"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Was Asbestos Used in Electrical Wiring?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> asbestos was used in electrical wiring and other components between the 1930s and early 1980s. Asbestos was believed to be a safe way to keep electric wires well-insulated and protect them from corrosion.<\/p>\n<p>However, manufacturers of asbestos-containing electrical wiring hid a deadly truth: Exposure could lead to <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/\">mesothelioma<\/a> and other health problems 10 to 50 years later.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Facts on Asbestos in Electrical Wiring<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Applications:<\/strong> Electrical cables, circuit breakers, panels, heaters, conductors, cable wrap, and more<\/li>\n<li><strong>Health risks:<\/strong> Mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer<\/li>\n<li><strong>Manufacturers:<\/strong> General Electric, Siemens Energy &amp; Automation, Westinghouse, and many others<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compensation options:<\/strong> Mesothelioma lawsuits, asbestos trust funds, and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you or a loved one was exposed to asbestos in electrical wiring and later developed mesothelioma, we can help you explore treatments, pursue financial compensation, and receive support.<\/p>\n<p>Get our <strong>Free Mesothelioma Guide<\/strong> to see all the ways we can assist you.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"1361\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque default image-right has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"default\">.widget_oscar-vque.default{margin:60px auto;max-width:315px}.widget_oscar-vque.default:first-child{margin-top:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a{background:#2F293D;display:block;padding:20px;border-radius:10px;color:#fff;text-decoration:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default img{margin:0 auto 20px;max-width:150px;width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default .vque-content{font-size:16px;text-align:center}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.subheading{display:block;line-height:1;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:5px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.heading{font-size:20px;display:block;margin:0 0 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul{font-size:16px;text-align:left;list-style:none;max-width:265px;line-height:1.4;margin:15px auto 25px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li{padding-left:28px;margin-bottom:10px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul li:before{font-family:\"mesohope\" !important;font-display:swap;speak:none;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-variant:normal;text-transform:none;line-height:1;-webkit-font-smoothing:antialiased;-moz-osx-font-smoothing:grayscale;content:\"\\e904\";border:none;position:absolute;left:0;top:0;background:#0FAEBF;width:20px;height:20px;border-radius:20px;line-height:20px;text-align:center;font-size:12px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.button.arrow{width:100%}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.widget_oscar-vque.default{max-width:620px}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a{padding:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a>div{display:block;display:flex;align-items:center;flex-wrap:wrap;flex-direction:row-reverse}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a>div>div{padding:0 25px 0 0;width:41%}.widget_oscar-vque.default>a .vque-content{width:59%;padding:30px;text-align:left}.widget_oscar-vque.default img{max-width:90%;margin-bottom:0}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.subheading{font-size:16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.heading{font-size:24px;margin:0 0 16px}.widget_oscar-vque.default ul{max-width:none}.widget_oscar-vque.default strong.button.arrow{width:auto}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div{display:block;position:relative;overflow:hidden}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div img{max-width:100%}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div{float:left}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div:first-child{width:27%;padding:30px}.widget_oscar-vque.default.image-left>a>div>div.vque-content{width:73%;padding-left:0}}<\/style><a href=\"\/mesothelioma-guide\/\" title=\"Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide Ad\" data-desktop-image=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png\"><div><div><div class=\"image-fade\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"296\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png\" class=\"attachment-Medium size-Medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mesothelioma Guide Images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png 296w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-55x55.png 55w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-102x100.png 102w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"heading\">Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide<\/strong><ul>\n<li>Symptoms &amp; staging<\/li>\n<li>Average prognosis<\/li>\n<li>Life-extending treatments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Your Free Guide\">Get Your Free Guide<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Why Was Asbestos Found in Electrical Wiring?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"\/asbestos\/\">Asbestos<\/a> had unique properties that made it ideal for use in electrical wiring, insulation, and other products.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Asbestos-containing electrical wiring was:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Durable:<\/strong> Asbestos fibers are very strong, ensuring long-lasting insulation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fireproof and heat resistant:<\/strong> Asbestos can withstand high temperatures, making it ideal for preventing electrical fires and insulating wires that generate heat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-conductive:<\/strong> Asbestos does not conduct electricity, which is key to preventing short circuits and electrical shocks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However,<strong> none of these benefits outweigh the deadly drawbacks<\/strong>. Working with electrical wires and other asbestos-containing materials could release fibers into the air. Breathing in or swallowing these fibers could trigger mesothelioma later in life.<\/p>\n<h2>Who\u2019s at Risk of Asbestos in Electrical Wiring?<\/h2>\n<p>Anyone who handles asbestos-containing electrical products could develop mesothelioma later in life. Those at the highest risk worked with or around electrical materials every day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/electricians\/\">Electricians<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/boilermakers\/\">Boilermakers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/construction-workers\/\">Construction workers<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Factory workers<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/firefighters\/\">Firefighters<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Homeowners<\/li>\n<li>Maintenance workers<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/automotive-workers\/\">Mechanics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/occupations\/shipyard-workers\/\">Shipyard workers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/veterans\/\">U.S. veterans<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>Family members were also in danger of <a href=\"\/asbestos\/exposure\/secondary\/\">secondary asbestos exposure<\/a>. This occurred when workers came home with asbestos fibers on their hair, clothing, or skin, putting loved ones at risk of developing mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<div class=\"callout-shortcode hope has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.callout-shortcode{background:#EDF8F9;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:20px 20px 20px 24px;margin:40px 0;max-width:860px;position:relative}.callout-shortcode:before{content:\" \";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;width:4px;height:100%;left:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #EDF8F9 100%)}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{color:#100134;font-size:22px;display:block;margin:0 0 15px}.callout-shortcode:first-child{margin-top:0}.callout-shortcode:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:20px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding-top:17px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:74px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{left:22px;position:absolute;top:20px;width:59px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background:#fff url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mh-icon-65.png);background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:70%;border-radius:30px;bottom:-10px;content:\"\";display:block;height:30px;position:absolute;right:-10px;width:30px}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.callout-shortcode{padding:25px 25px 25px 34px}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{font-size:24px}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode.has-img{min-height:170px;padding-left:175px}.callout-shortcode.has-img .img-wrap{position:absolute;left:29px;top:25px;width:119px}.callout-shortcode.hope.has-img{padding-left:170px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding:0}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{width:109px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background-size:66%;bottom:-15px;height:42px;width:42px}}<\/style><div class=\"img-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/julie-cropped.jpg\" alt=\"Julie Gundlach\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/div><strong class=\"callout-shortcode-heading\">Point of Hope<\/strong><div class=\"content\"><p><a href=\"\/blog\/julie-19-year-mesothelioma-survivor\/\">Julie Gundlach<\/a> was exposed to asbestos when her father, an electrician, came home covered in contaminated dust. In her mid-30s, she developed mesothelioma. Julie bravely fought the cancer and is still thriving <strong>nearly 20 years later.<\/strong> \u201cNever give up hope and remember that your life is yours, not the disease\u2019s,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"\/about\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a> if you or a loved one worked with asbestos electrical materials and developed mesothelioma. We can help you pursue treatments and financial compensation to make your cancer fight easier.<\/p>\n<h2>Health Risks of Asbestos in Electrical Wiring<\/h2>\n<p>Exposure to asbestos in electrical materials can trigger serious health problems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Common <a href=\"\/asbestos\/related-diseases\/\">asbestos-related diseases<\/a> include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mesothelioma:<\/strong> This aggressive cancer forms in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, or testicles. The only known cause is being exposed to asbestos.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/asbestosis\/\">Asbestosis<\/a>:<\/strong> This chronic lung disease leads to difficulty breathing and lung failure.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/cancer\/lung-cancer\/\">Lung cancer<\/a>:<\/strong> People who work around asbestos have an increased risk of lung cancer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other illnesses:<\/strong> Asbestos can lead to <a href=\"\/cancer\/ovarian-cancer\/\">ovarian cancer<\/a>, laryngeal cancer, pleural effusion (fluid buildup in the lung lining), and other health problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These diseases don\u2019t appear until 10 to 50 years or more after <a href=\"\/asbestos\/exposure\/\">asbestos exposure<\/a>. You are at a higher risk of getting sick if you worked with or around electrical products containing asbestos.<\/p>\n<h2>Types of Electrical Wiring Materials That Used Asbestos<\/h2>\n<p>Many electrical components used asbestos to make them more heat-resistant and less prone to wear. Learn about some of the most notable materials below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Asbestos Electrical Panels<\/strong><br \/>\nThese were made with asbestos because of its heat resistance and fireproofing capabilities. This way, they could safely cover electrical components that generated a lot of heat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Asbestos Knob and Tube Wiring<\/strong><br \/>\nWires surrounding knobs and tubes were protected with asbestos to prevent them from wearing out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Asbestos Wiring Insulation<\/strong><br \/>\nAsbestos fibers were woven into the insulation material that coated old wires, providing a durable, heat-resistant layer. Asbestos cloth wiring was also used as insulation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cable Wrappings<\/strong><br \/>\nAsbestos cable wrappings were used to insulate and protect potentially friable electrical cables, particularly in high-temperature environments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cement Shielding <\/strong><br \/>\nAsbestos was used in cement shielding and bases to protect electrical wires from damage and fires.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insulation Paper<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"\/products\/insulation\/\">Asbestos insulation<\/a> paper was wrapped around wires to prevent electrical shorts and to protect against high temperatures. This helped electrical systems to operate smoothly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Electrical work could release asbestos fibers into the air as these materials were replaced, repaired, or serviced, putting those nearby at risk of mesothelioma later in life.<\/p>\n<h2>Companies That Made Asbestos Wiring<\/h2>\n<p>Many companies were involved in the production and distribution of asbestos-containing electrical wiring and other products.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some of these <a href=\"\/asbestos\/companies\/\">asbestos companies<\/a> included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>Appleton Electric, LLC<\/li>\n<li>Eaton Electrical (Cutler-Hammer)<\/li>\n<li>Emerson Electric Company (U.S. Electrical Motors)<\/li>\n<li>General Electric<\/li>\n<li>Hubbell Lighting (Prescolite)<\/li>\n<li>Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley)<\/li>\n<li>Schneider Electric (Square D)<\/li>\n<li>Siemens Energy &amp; Automation<\/li>\n<li>Westinghouse Electric Corporation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>These companies hid the risks of exposure to asbestos electrical insulation, wires, and other products for decades to make significant profits.<\/p>\n<h2>Compensation Options for Electrical Wiring Asbestos Exposure<\/h2>\n<p>You can seek <a href=\"\/legal\/compensation\/\">financial compensation<\/a> if you develop mesothelioma or another serious illness from asbestos-containing electrical materials.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Notable ways to seek compensation include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/legal\/lawsuit\/\">Mesothelioma lawsuits<\/a>:<\/strong> A lawsuit demands that asbestos companies pay for harming you. The average mesothelioma lawsuit awards <strong>$1 million or more.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/legal\/asbestos-trust-funds\/\">Asbestos trust funds<\/a>:<\/strong> The U.S. court system forced bankrupt asbestos companies to establish trusts so victims could get paid. There is<strong> over $30 billion<\/strong> in these trusts today and you may qualify to access some of it.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/veterans\/va-benefits\/\">VA benefits<\/a>:<\/strong> The VA offers medical and financial benefits to veterans who have developed mesothelioma. Notable benefits include <strong>$4,158.17 a month\u00a0<\/strong>or more in disability payouts and free or inexpensive medical care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mesothelioma Hope\u2019s legal partners can file lawsuits and trust fund claims on your behalf, allowing you to pursue asbestos payouts with less stress.<\/p>\n<p>Get started with a <strong>Free Case Review<\/strong> to learn more about your compensation options.<\/p>\n<div id=\"23978\" class=\"one-off-23978 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"23978\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-23978{margin:60px auto}.one-off-23978 a{box-shadow:0 20px 20px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.03);background:linear-gradient(180deg,#0FAEBF 0,rgba(129,208,217,0) 100%);border:1px solid rgba(230,231,236,1);display:block;text-decoration:none;color:#000;max-width:370px;margin:0 auto}.one-off-23978 a>div{background:#fff;margin-left:3px}.one-off-23978 .vque-content{padding:20px 20px 25px}.one-off-23978 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loved ones through a diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We can help you:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access top doctors and treatments<\/li>\n<li>Determine which electrical products put you at risk<\/li>\n<li>Explore support options and resources<\/li>\n<li>Secure compensation often worth <strong>$1 million or more<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> or <a href=\"\/mesothelioma-guide\/\">get our Free Mesothelioma Guide<\/a> to explore your options and how we can assist you.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-wrap\"><h2 class=\"faq-wrap-heading\">Asbestos Wiring Insulation FAQs<\/h2><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"1\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">How do you identify asbestos wiring?<\/h3><div><p>Seek out an abatement professional who can identify if any electrical wiring contains asbestos. You won\u2019t be able to do it yourself.<\/p>\n<p>Leave old wires alone and don\u2019t touch them, as this could release asbestos fibers into the air around you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"2\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Is there asbestos in old electrical wiring?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes, <\/strong>asbestos was used in electrical wiring <strong>between the 1930s and early 1980s.<\/strong> The general public didn&#8217;t realize that many electrical products were dangerous as manufacturers hid the health risks of asbestos exposure.<\/p>\n<p>It takes 10 to 50 years for mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses to form, so those exposed to asbestos in electrical wiring decades ago are at risk of getting sick today.<\/p>\n<p>Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> now for help if you developed mesothelioma from asbestos in electrical wiring.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"3\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Do electricians get exposed to asbestos?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> electricians were exposed to asbestos in products like wires, insulation, cables, and paneling. These materials were used through the mid-1980s.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, many older electricians are being diagnosed with asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer today.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/about\/contact\/\">Contact us now<\/a> for help pursuing medical care and compensation if you or a loved one has mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"4\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Do circuit breakers have asbestos?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> older circuit breakers may have asbestos wiring insulation, cables, and other components.<\/p>\n<p>To keep yourself safe, you should avoid disturbing any materials in circuit breakers that could potentially contain asbestos.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"5\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Is asbestos still found in electrical panels and wiring?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> asbestos may still be found in electrical wiring, panels, and other materials installed before the mid-1980s.<\/p>\n<p>The use of asbestos greatly decreased after the risks became public knowledge. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned all asbestos in 2024.<\/p>\n<p>That said, many older electrical components installed before the risks were fully understood may still be in place even today.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\",\"name\": \"How do you identify asbestos wiring?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\": \"Answer\",\"text\": \"&lt;p&gt;Seek out an abatement professional who can identify if any electrical wiring contains asbestos. 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