EL Wire, also referred to as Electroluminescent wire is a stiff wire primary coated along with phosphor and then protected using a protective PVC sheath. When an AC signal is applied to it, it glows an aqua (blue green) colour. This looks similar to slim fluorescents. Very bendable, El Wire keeps its shape and you can curl it about your finger. The a simple way to include some glow into a task, not as bright because LEDs but utilizes a great deal much less power