TE Connectivity (TE) has launched its market-leading STD and STB snap-on pre-printed markers for wire and cable identification. The markers are ideally suited for projects in energy, such as power stations, oil refineries and offshore platforms, where maintenance technicians will need to identify individual wires and cables quickly and efficiently over the operating life of […]
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What type of foil shielding is used on data cables?
Foil shielding is critical in reducing EMI and other crosstalk in any cable design. In twisted data cables, two types of tin foil may be used inside —aluminum foil or copper foil. Three methods are commonly used in a cable’s foil construction — longitudinal, diagonal and wrapped. Longitudinal — The easiest and cheapest foil method […]
Video: Snakable iPhone cable helps prevent wear and tear
I don’t think there’s a person out there that hasn’t torn their phone charging cable. Unlike industrial cables, which are well-protected by tough jackets, conduit, carriers and glands, most consumer cables have a thin jacket that is prone to wear and tear—easily destroyed if pulled too quickly or stepped on. This abuse is eliminated by […]
What are triaxial cables?
Triaxial, or triax cable for short, is used in similar applications to coaxial cables. Because they are designed with three conductors versus two in coax and feature an extra layer of shielding and insulation, they are generally more costly. This extra shielding provides ground and is more resistant to EMI than coax designs because it […]
Selco Products has expanded cable and wire harness assembly capabilities
Selco Products has been manufacturing custom cable and wire harnesses assemblies for many years for large OEM customers and recently expanded its harness capabilities to meet custom designs from new and existing OEM customers. This has enabled Selco to support these customers from engineering design to rapid prototypes to producing large volumes on a weekly […]
Custom cable design from Lutze hits the slopes
When tasked with designing the cabling for a new tricable gondola lift at the Pardatschgratbahn in the ski resort of Ischgl, Austria, LÜTZE Inc. had to think outside—and inside—the box to come up with a design that would meet all the tough requirements of the application. The seats on the new gondola cars are heated […]
TE Connectivity launches ZHD cable identification product
TE Connectivity has launched ZHD, a new, versatile cable identification product. Until now, heat shrink cable identification systems were either low fire hazard or diesel resistant—but not both. TE’s new ZHD identification products combines these two features into a single product. With this combined advantage, train manufacturers can standardize and simplify cable identification—and remain compliant […]
N-type to AMC fixed-length cable assemblies from Amphenol simplfiy outdoor antenna connections
Amphenol RF has introduced a new line of N-type to AMC fixed length cable assemblies. The assemblies are ideal for use in indoor and outdoor wireless applications including automated meter reading and outdoor access points. The fixed length cable assemblies feature high-quality Amphenol RF N-type bulkhead jacks and AMC right-angle plugs terminated to RG-178 cable. […]
Interpower expands product line to include an Argentina plug, connector and socket
Interpower is pleased to announce that it is expanding its current product line of plugs and sockets by offering an Argentina plug, in-line connector, and panel-mount socket. The single-phase plug type is IRAM 2073 and the socket type is IRAM 2086 with a current rating of 10 A and a voltage rating of 250 Vac. […]
Carlo Gavazzi launches IP67 cordsets for harsh environments
Carlo Gavazzi has launched its CONB Series IP67 cordsets, which provide a broader range of options than the previous CONM Series cordsets, and offer improved overall performance at a much more competitive price. In addition to their standard PVC jackets, the new CONB cordsets are also available with 100% PUR jackets for harsh environments. PUR […]