A coaxial cable has inner conductors surrounded by several insulating layers. A conducting shield and jacket are then wrapped around the insulation layers to prevent signal interference such as EMI. A coaxial cable differs from other shielded cables used for carrying lower-frequency signals. In other words, they are used in almost every single home for […]
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Modular corrugated tube gains top cleanroom classification
The “e-skin” easy-open energy supply system has achieved the IPA ISO Class 1 certification for cleanroom use. In many industries, such as medical and pharmaceutical technology and production, contamination and air purity is absolutely essential. Any contamination can have a damaging impact on products and processes, and incur a range of costs and loss of […]
Mencom Corporation introduces new system
KADP cable entry system offers a simpler and faster assembly for inserting and sealing cables for enclosures, machines and junction boxes. Through the pre-punched membrane, standard cables with diameters from 1.5mm to 20mm can be simply pushed into the control cabinets, panels or machines, and sealing with an IP66 rating. In comparison to traditional cable […]
Thomas & Betts Offers Elastimold EASE
Thomas & Betts now offers online product selection support for medium-voltage cable accessories with the new Elastimold EASE expedient application selection engine, a configuration tool for Elastimold products that manages underground cable connections. The Elastimold EASE expedient application selection engine is easy to use; it employs visual aids and simple drop-down menus to guide specification […]
Prevent, detect and resolve network failures with IDEAL FiberMASTER
The FiberMASTER MM/SM fiber optic testing kit from IDEAL Networks allows network technicians to measure absolute power and calculate the loss of fiber optic links on active LAN cabling infrastructure. By deploying the FiberMASTER, the technician will be able to prevent, detect and resolve the leading causes of optical network downtime, including poor splices, micro-bends, and […]
New heavy-duty permanent link adapter results is lower cost
IDEAL Networks has launched a new, extremely durable Permanent Link Adapter to accompany the LanTEK III cable certifier. The RJ45 Permanent Link Adapter is smaller and designed to give superior resilience while still ensuring high performance and low cost of ownership. The lightweight, compact size and ultra-flexible cable allows it to be used in confined […]
CDM adds cable assembly overmolding to value added services
CDM electronics, a premier authorized distributor of electronic connectors and cables, today announced the availability of custom overloaded cable assemblies designed to withstand demanding environmental conditions in a wide range of industries including commercial, industrial, medical, military, and agricultural. The overmolding process provides a seamless seal of the junction between a connector and cable to ensure […]
New high-density cable entry solutions from Roxtec
Cable and pipe transit provider Roxtec launches the Roxtec HD – a cable entry device for use in terminal boxes and enclosures. The cable entry system meets the challenge with high cable density in applications with high safety demands and is available in versions for use in potentially explosive atmospheres as well as for non-hazardous […]
Matched impedance splices from TE reduce cable repair time
TE Connectivity Ltd. announced its Raychem matched impedance splices for aerospace applications. Designed to comply with MIL-PRF-32517 standard, the splices solve the problem of costly removal and replacement of damaged coaxial cable by allowing fast, easy in situ repairs that maintain characteristic impedance and other electrical properties of the system. Coaxial cables are used extensively […]
AutomationDirect adds mini size 1 cables, cordsets and accessories
AutomationDirect’s ZIPport line of wiring products now includes Mini Size 1 cables, cordsets, field-wireable connectors, T-couplers and bulkhead receptacles. Cordsets and patch cables feature a non-wicking, non-hygroscopic, oil-resistant yellow PVC cable jacket and body; the 2 to 6 pole cables are available in 2, 4, 6 and 10 meter lengths, starting at $14.00. Cable connectors […]