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 […]
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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: […]
igus seeks unique e-chain applications for its vector awards competition
The vector award for the best e-chain applications from igus inc. is entering its eighth round – and applications will be accepted until February 11, 2022. They rotate by 7,000 degrees, travel at speeds of up to 10 meters per second and move three-dimensionally like snakes: e-chain cable carriers made of high-performance plastics. Every two […]
Particle-free energy chain for clean rooms
A new particle-free energy chain for cleanrooms has been developed by igus that allows for safe cable guidance in compact installation spaces, providing a cost-effective alternative to ribbon cables. The e-skin flat energy chain from igus is a modular design and in the Fraunhofer cleanroom test, demonstrated cleanroom performance in accordance with ISO Class 1 […]
Cable entry systems for the use in cleanrooms
icotek now offers cable entry systems especially for use in cleanrooms. The tried and tested cable entry frames KEL-ER and KEL-U with their matching KT grommets, which are designed for cables with connectors, are already available. For cables without plugs, the KEL-DPZ cable entry plates are also available as a cleanroom version. All icotek cable […]
Tool-less round cable entries for cables with plugs
Conta-Clip completes its KDS-R modular cable entry program for round metric breakouts from M20 to M63, adding small-diameter versions for cables and conduits with cross-sections from 2 to 35 mm. Cables with and without plugs can thus be quickly and safely fed into control cabinets or housings. The tool-less cable management system consists of a […]
SolderSleeve device for low outgassing and extreme temperatures in space
TE Connectivity is introducing its SolderSleeve device for space, a first-to-market solution that provides a controlled and reliable solder joint for low outgassing applications, including low earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The new product is designed to meet the demands of the space industry, which require minimal to zero foreign object damage (FOD) in applications. The […]
Different ways to secure cable tracks (cable carriers) to machinery
Contributed by Jody Muelaner Cable carriers guide and protect electrical cables, as well as hydraulic or pneumatic hoses. They limit the minimum bend radius and therefore bending stresses, while often also constraining bending to a single plane. They shield and protect cables from wear, prevent entrapment in moving machinery and avoid entanglement. To do this […]
When should you use pre-harnessed (pre-engineered) cable carrier assemblies?
Contributed by Jody Muelaner Cable carriers are hollow chains which guide and protect cables and hoses during motion. They are typically installed on-site with the cables and hoses fitted through manifolds and junction boxes, and fixing plates, brackets and guide or support structures installed. Although it can make sense to carry out this work in-situ, […]