Flat tinned copper braid, per MIL SPEC. QQ-B-575F, A-A-59569m 95% minimum shielding coverage. Conductors are annealed tinned copper. Suitable for EMI and RFI removal, grounding straps, bonds, leads, ...
Thicker wire carries more current because it has less electrical resistance over a given length. Typical household wiring is AWG 12 or 14. Telephone wire is usually AWG 22, 24, or 26. Outside of North ...