Cosemi Technologies Inc., Irvine, Calif., today announced the launch of its LS series — a new line of robust, premium, hardened active optical cables (AOCs). The new family features a proprietary, shielded cable hybridized with a metal shell-enclosed opto-electronics engine. The LS series is an industry first and provides the same quality and performance that […]
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What type of cable management should you use in your motion control systems?
Where there is a myriad of cables and wiring, cable management becomes an issue. A simple, low-cost form of cable management uses twist-tie bundlers that groups wires and cables together. However, such bundling can pose weight problems that cause sagging and put undue strain on cables. For stationary applications, cable trays safely and cleanly route […]
igus e-chains hoist historic New England bridge, reduce maintenance
A bridge that connects New Hampshire and Maine may look very similar to the almost 100-year-old bridge that it replaced, but it has been equipped with some revolutionary technology. The bridge has been outfitted with an energy chain system from igus to guide the motor and fiber optic cables that aid in the raising and […]
What types of cables are used in motion control systems?
Electrical cabling is often overlooked in motion system design. If you use something other than industrial cabling (which is designed to flex continuously) premature failures can result. Continuous-flex cables are designed to cope with the tight bending radii and physical stress associated with motion control applications. A regular cable typically manages 50,000 cycles, but a […]
Side exit CROWN CLIP Junior power cable assemblies from TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity has introduced its new side exit CROWN CLIP Junior power cable assemblies, which can deliver 50% space savings and significantly improve design flexibility over traditional bus bar cable assemblies. By using a side exit for the power cables, this solution minimizes the need to bend cables when routing them beyond the center of […]
Waterproof HDMI cable assemblies from L-com for harsh environments
L-com Global Connectivity has introduced a new line of waterproof HDMI cable assemblies for use in industrial computing, digital signage, factory automation, medical and harsh environment A/V applications. These IP67 rated HDMI cables feature a waterproof coupling that allows the HDMI connectors to survive harsh environments by preventing the ingress of water and fine particulates such as dust that would typically debilitate standard […]
Continuous flexing cut-to-length motor supply cables from AutomationDirect
Continuous flexing motor supply cable is now available from AutomationDirect in customer specified 1-ft increment lengths. igus Chainflex continuous flexing CF30 and CF31 motor supply cables are specifically designed, tested, and manufactured to be exposed to constant flexing, providing a cable service life between 5 and 10 million cycles. The cables are available with four […]
Hybrid cable carrier from Dynatect is designed for long distances
Dynatect has introduced the Gortrac Hybrid Carrier, a low-cost and high-performance solution to protect cables and hoses on moving equipment traveling more than 20 ft. For the second time in 2018, Dynatect has introduced a patented long travel design into an industry that has remained largely unchallenged by the status quo solution: a gliding plastic […]
igus E-tubes energy chains simplify bending tool machinery
One of the world’s largest manufacturers of machine tools is using energy tubes from igus in one of its most complex and popular product lines. TRUMPF Inc., based in Connecticut, is the North American subsidiary of TRUMPF Germany. The company has approximately 70 subsidiaries, nearly 11,000 employees and generates annual sales of more than $3 […]
L-com launches Cat5e braid shielded high-flex Ethernet patch cords
L-com Global Connectivity announced it has released a new series of right-angle Ethernet cable assemblies that feature a high-flex, braid shield cable construction. These unique cables feature a specialized channel separator and load bar to achieve true Cat5e performance while maintaining a right-angle bend and are fully shielded to limit EMI and RFI interference. Built […]