In March 2022, the new edition of the installation standard IEC 61918:2018/AMD1:2022 Amendment 1 – “Industrial communication networks – Installation of communication networks in industrial premises” has been published. The standard describes the installation of communication networks in industrial premises. In the new version, it now also includes important key points on cabling structures based […]
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Expanded OCT hybrid cables for drag chain use
The automation specialist LÜTZE, Weinstadt, is presenting four new OCT combination supply lines for use in drag chains based on the Beckhoff standard. In addition to the previously available LÜTZE assemblies with a core cross-section of 1.0 mm2, three more are now available with 1.5, 2.5, and 4 mm2 for the types ZK4500 and the […]
Bimed cable entry systems and cable glands from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added BPA series split-frame and BRM series solid-frame cable entry systems and cable glands from Bimed. Cable entry systems provide safe installation into enclosures or electrical equipment, securing cables and providing strain relief while maintaining enclosure sealing requirements. The BPA series cable entry system allows cables to be installed through an enclosure or […]
igus becomes first manufacturer to receive UL approval for halogen-free TPE cables
igus has announced that it is the world’s first cable manufacturer to receive UL appliance wiring material (AWM) certification for its halogen-free TPE cables. This is the first time the testing organization has recognized that halogen-free TPE cables can also meet fire protection requirements. The independent organization, Underwriters Laboratories (UL), is a globally recognized authority […]
Why should one worry about voltage drop?
By Frances Richards, Contributor To put it simply, excess voltage drop can reduce the operating efficiency of motors, lights, appliances, and other electrical equipment. If too much voltage is lost while passing through wires, equipment may not function properly, or at all. For certain equipment such as pumps, large motors, or machines that use compressors, […]
Multiflex 512 PUR UL/CSA drag chain-rated cable receives NEK 606 approval
Helukabel recently announced that its Multiflex 512-PUR UL/CSA and its shielded variant (Multiflex 512-C-PUR UL/CSA) are now certified according to the internationally recognized Norwegian Electrotechnical Committee (NEK) standard TS 606, which defines the requirements for halogen-free cables that are resistant to drilling mud. This approval is found primarily in applications associated with the oil and […]
Murrelektronik M12 data and power cables, and field-wireable connectors
New Murrelektronik data cables are high-flex shielded Ethernet Cat5e cables offering various connector styles, including D-coded M12 to M12, M12 to RJ45, RJ45 to RJ45, and M12 to pigtail. These cables are flame-retardant and chemical resistant with a tough TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) jacket for typical industrial applications. A selection of RJ45 IDC field-wireable connectors and […]
Multi-cable bushing system with large clamping range for high-density needs
LAPP has introduced its Skintop Multi-M round multi-cable bushing system for applications requiring a high packing density. Up to 30 entry points are available, depending on the Multi-M bushing version, to accept cables, wires, conduits and pneumatics and media conduits. These metric-style units offer a large, 4-mm clamping range per entry point compared to just […]
Cut-to-length Type J and Type K thermocouple extension wire
AutomationDirect has added more choices to its selection of cut-to-length Type J and Type K thermocouple extension wire. Thermocouple extension wire helps maintain signal integrity when thermocouple signals are required to travel long distances to reach operating instrumentation or PLC input cards. The new wire additions include 20AWG and 16AWG sizes with two conductors in […]
Smart cables: contactless monitoring available for igus cables in e-chains
igus, one of the worldwide leaders in predictive maintenance, has introduced the latest generation of monitoring sensors that check the electrical condition of chainflex cables in e-chain systems without contact or intervention in the existing harnessing. The company’s i.Sense CF.D monitoring sensors allow real-time monitoring without extra cores and, in combination with the new i.Cee: […]
