LyTecTM is the original EL Wire ,commonly known as Electroluminescent Wire or EL Wire. It starts with a core of coated phosphorescent material, flexible copper wire. Two hair-thin wires are then wrapped around the core. A waterproof sheath is applied before the colored translucent plastic layer encapsulates it all. When a high frequency electrical voltage is applied, it glows like neon.
The wire is flexible and emits light along its entire length as well as its circumference. … Read More: http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lytec-electric-thread-live-wires-you-can-wear/