igus has introduced a flexible cable for use in energy chains that delivers motor power and feedback functions through a single cable. The new CF280.UL.H cable is a hybrid servo cable offered as an expansion to the chainflex line of cables for moving applications. The cable includes a 36-month service life guarantee. Cable can be […]
Automation
VFD cables enhanced with XLPE insulation to meet electrical installation codes
HELUKABEL recently announced that select TOPFLEX and TOPSERV VFD cable products have upgraded their conductor insulation material to XLPE from PVC/nylon to stay ahead of the curve as the industry transitions towards an electrical installation code update that requires the use of RHH, RHW, RHW-2, XHH, XHHW and XHHW-2 insulation. The product-specific cable types being […]
An update on VFD cables’ design requirements
VFD cables have had to adjust over the years to meet the changing needs of the motors they run. New changes in the Electrical Installation Code will facilitate more updates in the coming years. Contributed by Neal Allen, Vice President of Engineering, HELUKABEL USA The variable frequency drive (VFD) cable business has become an extremely […]
Hardened active optical cables from Cosemi offer EMI-RFI resistance
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 […]
HELUKABEL launches new industrial Ethernet plug-and-play solution
HELUKABEL now supplies pre-assembled data cables for industrial Ethernet systems. With molded M12 and RJ45 industrial connectors, customers can modularly assemble any possible combination of cables and connectors to “design” a product built exactly for their needs. As a system provider of cables, wires and accessories, HELUKABEL is able to offer customers an extensive range […]
Long cable carrier solution from Dynatect eliminates traditional guide troughs
With its new Gortrac Articulated Roller Support (ARS) long travel system, Dynatect’s latest cable carrier solution eliminates traditional guide troughs, reducing system weight and costs. The ARS responds to the needs of the crane, machine tool, and automation industries for long travel cable carrier solutions. It is intended for applications up to 300 ft and […]
AutomationDirect adds continuous flexing control cable
Continuous flexing control cable is now part of the AutomationDirect bulk multiconductor wiring and cable product line. Continuous flexing cables are designed to be exposed to constant flexing during their operation and withstand millions of these flex cycles. CF5 and CF6 multi-conductor control cables from igus are specifically designed, tested, and manufactured for continuous flexing, […]
Cable & Connectivity Symposium: Call for Papers
The UL and IWCS China 2018 symposium committee has issued a Call for Papers for the regional Asian conference to be held in Shanghai, China on March 20 to 22, 2018 at the Shanghai International Convention Center. Individuals and teams are invited to participate at this well-known venue with technical papers and presentations serving the […]
Fire-retardant cables approved for industrial applications
Leoni, a leading European provider of cables and cable systems to the automotive sector and other industries, has developed fire-retardant cables that significantly reduce flame propagation and heat generation in buildings and simultaneously minimize the release of caustic gases and smoke. The products are now also available with CPR (Construction Products Regulation) approval for industrial […]
Molex to demonstrate 10 Gbps automotive Ethernet at CES 2018
To support the future of connected mobility, Molex, Lisle, Ill., will unveil its latest offering at CES 2018, January 9 to 12 in Las Vegas. Molex will offer private demos of its connected vehicle technology ecosystem which includes a 10 Gbps automotive Ethernet backbone that fully integrates highly reliable signal integrity, prioritization, scalability and security. […]