Wire and Cable Reference Materials

Description: Selecting Cable Jacket Material for Biocompatibility: Medical Electronics ...

Description: Do you need a shield? ...

Description: Benefits and applications for incorporating fiber into your custom cable ...

Description: The "WHY" and "WHERE USED" of Litz wire ...

Description: The in's and out's of traditional Litz wire design ...

Description: The difference between adequate and ideal ...

Description: Find which plating type is best for your application ...

Description: Cable Recommendations for Common Coolants Used in Harsh Environments ...

Description: Protecting Cables from Oil Damage ...

Description: Replacing parts before they fail to avoid unplanned downtime - that's what predictive maintenance promises. But how to determine the aging of a cable and predict when it will fail? LAPP has developed ...

Description: The wiring you select for your applications and maintenance of electrical systems is an integral part to keeping your system operating as designed. There are many types of automotive wire, ...

Description: When it's time to make an investment that will impact long-term business continuity, uptime, and effectiveness, you want to make sure you get it right. There's little room for error or guesswork. ...

Description: Answers to the most common questions asked about custom cabling ...

Description: In today's world, everything is getting smaller, faster, and miniaturized. Not every application is the same, and all cables are not created equal. Every application has its own specific pain points ...

Description: Crimping is a common method for compressing a terminal to a wire conductor without the use of soldering. When done correctly, a crimp creates a mechanically sound connection that resists corrosion, ...

Description: Patch cords are such a common component in data center set-ups that the significance of their role in data transmission is often overlooked. Not just any patch cord can handle heavy data transmission, ...

Description: some of the many advantages you may consider when designing a custom cable. ...

Description: In the aerospace and defense industry, the widespread usage of data networks has driven more demand for high speed USB cables. Universal Serial Bus (USB) cables are a popular data solution because of ...

Description: The development of new data communications systems in the aerospace and defense industry is driving the need for more bandwidth. Ethernet standards have evolved to meet the data transfer rate and ...

Description: There are a lot of different UL styles for hook-up and lead wire, which can be confusing to determine what's the difference between them all. This table lists many of the UL styles and their main ...

Description: There are many types of shielding choices for your cables. Here is a list of different shielding types and a description of them. ...

Description: Portable cord comes in a variety of materials to meet different use applications. Thermoplastic PVC vs Thermoplastic Elastomer vs Thermoset Rubber? Which one is the best? When picking which portable ...

Description: Rather than using permanently installed equipment and machinery at each plant, Fowler takes a more efficient approach to aggregate processing by moving a portable rock-crushing plant from one location ...

Description: As industrial automation equipment becomes more complex with the integration of industrial internet of things (IIoT) capabilities and an increased use of robotics and artificial intelligence, any ...

Description: When it comes to the world of enterprise networks, Bob Dylan may have said it best: The times, they are a-changin’. And they’re changing fast. Every day, data rates continue to climb. ...

Description: Thanks to the dedication and ingenuity of cable engineers around the world, there are cables available for an almost infinite number of applications. Welding cable, extension cords, stage lighting ...

Description: The Internet has reached the factory. Controls, drives, sensors, and machines are all networked, exchanging data ceaselessly. Data volumes and interconnectedness, from the sensor to the cloud, will ...

Description: Whether you're an engineer designing a new product, or a purchasing agent getting ready to send a purchase order to a vendor, cost plays a large role in your daily decisions. Cutting cost is something ...

Description: 5G is a commonly-used abbreviation for 5th generation cellular wireless technology. It is the next step after 3G, 4G, and 4G LTE. It promises connectivity speeds that are much faster than existing ...

Description: In its most basic form, a semi-rigid cable assembly is a coaxial transmission line consisting of a metal tube, typically made from copper which forms the outer conductor with a metal wire conductor ...

Description: The failure of a coaxial cable assembly during operation can be costly, and not just monetarily. The cost failure could also amount to loss of life, complete mission failure, or the downtime of ...

Description: Coaxial RF cables are a standby of the RF/microwave industries, as they connect vital components ranging from smartphones and laptops for everyday life to radar and GPS for military and aerospace. For ...

Description: DataMax Mini-28 AWG stranded plenum patch cable meets the loss-prevention requirements of insurance companies, as well as the demands of Power over Ethernet (PoE) connections short-space cables, where ...

Description: Wiring information including: Amperage Conversion Table, Selection guide for lead wire, Ambient Temperature tables, Wiring hints and Wiring Diagrams. ...

Description: Learn more about the different conductors used in wire & cable ...

Description: Learn more about the different flammability tests and ratings. ...

Description: LAPP offers different levels of each of the motion types. Find the motion level number associated with the product on the product datasheet and refer to this table for more information on what the ...

Description: American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes may be determined by measuring the diameter of the conductor (the bare wire) with the insulation removed. Refer to the Wire Gauge Diameter table for dimensions. When ...

Description: To understand the differences between the types, you'll need to know the difference between PVC and Cross-link automotive wire. The main difference between the two is the temperature range. Cross-link ...

Description: Portable cordage is available in different jacket insulation materials - Thermoset (rubber), Thermoplastic (plastic), Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE). Here's a little more information about them to help ...

Description: When looking at the different portable cordage types, all the different letters in the types can be overwhelming and easily confusing. But did you know that each of those letters represents an ...

Description: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) was founded as a non-profit organization which provides testing for products and UL “Recognition� or “Listing� for manufacturers. In the United States UL ...

Description: Insulation resistance measurement is a non-destructive measurement method when carried out under normal test conditions. It is accomplished by applying a DC voltage lower than that used for a ...

Description: There are a number of Internet types and service options to consider for business, personal, and public networks. Determining which type and the most appropriate plan depends on a number of factors. ...

Description: Internet in the middle of nowhere Internet access has become a necessary part of day-to-day life for most Americans. We use it to communicate, shop, access healthcare, keep up with news, manage ...

Description: Speed, security, accessibility... there are several types of broadband connections for Internet, and they each have pros and cons. This article addresses the advantages of each type of service, and ...

Description: The Future of Industrial Ethernet ...

Description: The demands of the industrial environment are ongoing, with ever-changing trends. ...

Description: Maglev technology that has best captured the public's attention lies with trains and people movers, discussed below. However, maglev tech has many applications. Read about several of the most ...

Description: Most portable medical devices on the market today center on patient monitoring or diagnosing using self-application sensors (pulse, blood sugar, temperature, etc.) along with mobile devices to send ...

Description: Cables and plug connections have to withstand a great deal, but this is especially true for the food and beverage industry, where the right choice of material is crucial. ...

Description: * Q. How do I get the custom network cable assembly I need? * A. Call the company that has designed over 4,000 custom cables, Electro Standards Laboratories. Over 4,000 Custom Cable Designs In-House ...

Description: There is little doubt that the internet of things (IoT) is well on its way to transforming how we live, work and do business. Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications are rampant, delivering low power ...

Description: Cable failure within a dynamic-cable track can lead to costly, yet, in most cases, easily avoided, downtime. David Smith of U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission LLC (Wheeling, IL) points to several ...

Description: Technological improvements in video systems have made high definition cameras and displays popular and their integration widespread. 3G-SDI systems are used in aerospace, ground vehicles, shipboards, ...

Description: Oil can cause polymers, such as those used for cable insulation and jacketing, to degrade and crack. Selecting an oil-resistant cable is the best way to avoid this failure mode. ...

Description: Amperage Conversions ...

Description: To help you choose the Lapp cable that best suits your requirements, we suggest you review the criteria and definitions on the following pages and familiarize yourself with the different levels. ...

Description: Based on the requirements, the best insulating material for the application will be selected. The selection may involve examination of many different performance properties. The properties are ...

Description: Cabling Techniques ...

Description: Types of Tinning ...

Description: Properties of Insulation Materials ...

Description: The flex type and application of the cable will determine how the cable is manufactured. When the cable is designed with a special flexing application, the cable has to be manufactured on a unique ...

Description: Glossary ...

Description: A number of high-profile fires over the past several decades have served to alert just how dangerous plastics can be when burned. In the King's Cross fire in the late 1980s, for example, 32 people ...

Description: Many materials are used to transmit electrical energy, but those most frequently specified for types of conductors are copper, copper-covered steel, high strength copper alloys, and aluminum. For more ...

Description: I have a 10-32 coaxial cable connector that is damaged and unusable. Is there a connector replacement option? ...

Description: Do you have connector assembly instructions for the 6917B cable with the replacement connector, 26574? ...

Description: Litz wire consists of a number of individually insulated magnet wires twisted or braided into a uniform pattern with the primary benefit of reducing AC losses in high frequency windings. ...

Description: Typically, the design engineer requiring the use of Litz wire knows the operating frequency and RMS current required for the application. Since the primary benefit of a Litz wire conductor is the ...

Description: Designing cabling solutions for industrial applications presents a myriad of challenges. The industrial environment is unforgiving. Handling is rough, exposure to harsh chemicals and solvents degrade ...

Description: Alternating Current - Electrical current that periodically and regularly reverses its direction. The frequency of the Change in flow is expressed in cycles per second (Hertz or Hz) Ampere - A ...

Description: Understanding why the proper use of halogen free materials is important in electrical applications. ...

Description: New England Wire Technologies is well known in the industry as a manufacturer of high-quality braided wire products...stand-alone braided products as well as a broad range of flexible cables and ...

Description: Biocompatibility is ultimately a function of a completed device including all of its components, assembly processes and overall design. However, thoughtful material selection will help contribute to a ...

Description: Low-Noise Coaxial and multiconductor cables recommended for small-signal application where shielded cable could experience mechanical shock (twisting, crushing, flexing, pulling, etc.) ...

Description: For 25 years, igus® has been creating specially designed cables that stand up to millions of flexing cycles. To ensure performance, igus® has a 29,600 square-foot lab where, at any given ...

Description: Alpha Wire's new EcoWire hook-up wire uses flexible Noryl insulation to provide an environmentally friendly alternative to PVC. Noryl is a modified polyphenylene ether (mPPE) thermoplastic that is ...

Description: Many different types of cables can be made with a custom design. The following information is just some things to keep in mind when creating a custom cable. ...

Description: Lightweight cable constructions with sustained performance have been an absolute necessity in the automotive industry... ...

Description: TIME DOMAIN REFLECTOMETER - TECHNOLOGY REVIEW Two side-by-side conductors that are separated by an insulator (as in a cable) have a characteristic impedance between them. If the distance between the ...

Description: Take a close look at industrial automation or military systems, and youâ ll probably see a coil cord or two. You may not give them a second thought, but you should. These retractable power and signal ...

Description: PIC Wire & Cable has designed, developed and worked with Honeywell to approve the use of PIC's cables for Honeywell's leading edge Primus Epic® and Apex® Integrated Avionics Systems. ...

Description: A leading robotics manufacturer who was experiencing regular failures in a high flex cable utilized in automotive manufacturing operations approached C&M for design assistance. ...

Description: C&M Corporation, a manufacturer of high performance cables and assemblies, has been selected by a major medical device OEM as their cable assembly partner for a new handheld surgical imaging device. ...

Description: A leader in factory automation contacted C&M about a need for higher temperature polyurethane cables for use in one of their most important product lines ...

Description: A leading company in the field of veterinary imaging approached C&M Corporation looking for an interconnect assembly for their high-end x-ray equipment. ...

Description: Like modern avionic instruments which are more sophisticated and sensitive (and capable) than in the past, modern coaxes with softer, lower-loss dielectrics are more easily damaged. Bending, ...

Description: We sometimes forget that many cables are not designed to conduct electrical power or signals, such as cables which support bridges, actuate ailerons, and tow cars, for example. Mechanical wire & cable ...

Description: There are many variations within all the "-axial" designs, but a basic understanding of their family names may help in making sensible application decisions, or at least better appreciating the ...

Description: Low-level circuits are often interconnected using shielded cables, mainly for protection against externally induced noise. Aside from the effectiveness of the shield designs themselves, even more ...

Description: There are many ways to terminate a wire: soldering; crimping; under the head of a terminal strip screw; welding...all can be successful in forming a good, gas-tight connection. While each has its ...

Description: In theory, electrical signals move at the speed of light. Cables only slow them down. The ratio of actual speed to the speed of light is known as the velocity factor, or Velocity of Propagation (VOP), ...

Description: The common standard for the diameter (gauge) of round drawn wire is the American Wire Gauge (AWG). As strands of wire are made, they are drawn through progressively smaller dies. This is true of all ...

Description: A manufacturer of testing equipment for the oil refining industry needed a cable for ultrasonic inspection of oil and gas pipelines in Alaska to test for corrosion and cracks in the pipeline. ...

Description: Coil cords are everywhere, from the back of a semi truck, to a cameraâ s flash strobe to the arcade games where you manipulate a claw to pick up a toy. Coil cords are used in a wide variety of ...

Description: Coiled cables are used by many industries, medical, industrial controls, aerospace, public safety and telecommunications. Regardless of the industry coil cords are used because they extend. This ...

Description: Spiral cables, also known as curly cords, are those cords with a distinct spiral or curly shape that can be found anywhere from mobile cell phone car chargers to heart defibrillators. According to ...

Description: Curly cords can be found everywhere, from your cell phone car charger to simple key chains from the convenience store. According to Bud Kinzalow, cable assembly expert and owner of Meridian Cable, ...

Description: There is a big difference between cables made specifically for continuous-flexing applications and regular flexible cables. Understanding the distinction is extremely important when you're choosing ...