Sunday, February 10, 2013
Why Custom Wire And Cable Can Help You And Your Network
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Where to Find Robotics Wire?
Monday, October 22, 2012
Finding Wire and Cable for Industrial Applications
Friday, December 30, 2011
Flexible Wire- Conductor and Insulation selection for flexible wire and cable
Medical device, aerospace and automation manufacturers often require flexible cables for their products. Flexible wire and cable can have many interpretations. Sometimes a simple description such as, “the wire needs to be as limp as a wet noodle” is enough to understand your needs. The choice of type of conductor and insulation can greatly influence the flexibility of the cable performance. Understanding what the flexibility requirements are will help to determine the materials and construction for the flexibility of the wire or cable.When specifying a flexible cable you need tell your cable manufacturer what the intended use will be.
- Do you need to route it through equipment or a tight space?
- Will it be subject to repetitive flexing?
- Do you need the cable to flexible during use?
There are several factors which make a cable flexible, a few are:
- Conductor stranding
- Shield types
- Cable lay
- Insulation materials.
Typically in conductor stranding, the more strands a conductor has the more flexible the wire will be. Normally “off the shelf” wire and cable is stranded in 7 or 19 strand configurations, is not flexible enough for most applications requiring flexible or high flex cycles. The general rule is the higher the strand count of the conductor, the more flexible the wire or cable will be. Stranded conductors are composed of un-insulated “strands” of wire twisted together. The advantages of stranded conductor over a single strand are increased flexibility and flex-fatigue life. When you see 22AWG (19/34) for example, what the description means is that there are 19 strands of 34 AWG making up the 22 AWG conductor. Other common options for a 22 AWG is a single strand (solid) up to 168/44 strands. The construction of the conductor also plays a role in the cable’s flexibility, for example a rope stranding is the most flexible. For repetitive flexing applications such as robotics and automation, the use of high strand alloy material is recommended.
Choosing the right insulation can add to the cable’s flexibility. Silicone is one the most flexible of the compounds used. Silicone wire is used to meet a variety of demands such as extreme high and low temperature requirements, flame resistance, flexibility, strength and purity. The application and environment also play a role when choosing jacket material. Harsh environments, chemicals, and abrasion will narrow down your insulation and jacket options. Discussing your flexible wire application with a cable manufacturer can help you choose the right materials for the performance and longevity of your product
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Cables – Numerous Options And Applications

As technology continues to drive the world, an often overlooked aspect of most systems and networks lies in the lowly cable. Whether you are wiring your home during new construction, handling the cable needs of a huge commercial complex, or using cables temporarily for a major event indoors or outside, you'll find yourself facing a need for cable. While most people are unaware of it, there are many different types of cables and wires that exist. From environmentally friendly cables to high grade military wire, whatever your cable needs may be you have more options at hand than you might suspect.
Green cables are becoming much more popular as concerns about the environment continue to grow. Many homes under construction now utilize these cables to wire networks, home theater systems, gaming centers, and computers for a number of reasons. First, they are made without the use of PVC, lead, halogen, and other harmful chemicals and materials. During a fire these chemicals will give off a thick black smoke filled with cancer causing agents. They're much less toxic and even have less of a negative impact if they find their way into our nation's landfills. These cables are becoming more available than ever and are easy to find.
Military cable is just what it sounds like – cables used predominantly by the military to carry data between command centers and other installations. While they are more expensive than standard cable, these types of cables are growing in popularity in private use due to their reliability and durability. High frequency applications are commonly needed in military settings and in private ones now as well, and these cables are designed to not only handle those frequencies without signal degradation but also to stand up to the most taxing conditions. High heat, severe moisture, extreme cold, and other conditions that would destroy most cable's effectiveness have little effect on these cables.
Finally, flexible cable is another type of cable that sees plenty of use but is often not given a second glance. This cable is commonly found in most industrial settings and is designed to withstand flexing, twisting, turning, and other stresses that other cables would fall apart on. Running from a control center along the length of moving machine parts such as robotic arms and other tools, these cables can withstand the constant pressure that these applications create. From environmentally friendly to incredibly durable, no matter what type of cable you need, there is absolutely a solution out there.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Custom Cable Manufacturing 101

Although a person is technically oriented, it doesn’t mean he can’t make environmentally -sound choices. One way to go green is to use green cable in one’s home theater, gaming devices and PCs. Green cables aren’t made of nasty, harmful toxins. Instead, they will keep hazardous substances out of one’s home, and once disposed off, will not seep these hazardous materials into landfills. When the functionality of these green cables is over, there will not be any necessity to re-cycle them or dispose them off for other articles. And better yet, finding green cabling that is environment friendly doesn’t mean having to sacrifice on quality and performance. Green cables are manufactured without the use of harmful materials such as PVC, Phthalates, lead or halogen. There are a whole lot of consumer electronics companies that manufacture their products from toxic-free substances. Green cables are available today so there is no reason not to make the right choice!
Custom cables are required for applications with demanding requirements such as ultra-flexibility and high voltage and high temperature tolerance. By using custom cables a much higher product quality is achieved. Anything that can’t be bought readily off the shelf, the custom cable manufacturers can deliver.
Flexible cable serves a large variety of purposes. Flexible electrical wire is often a vital component of electrical and electronic equipment. It has uses in military and industrial settings. Flexible wiring is not only a component of medical equipment, but doctors also use it to perform medical procedures. Various companies design and manufacture customized flexible cables. Military grade flexible wire must be ISO certified. Flexible wire used in aerospace industries is capable of withstanding extreme temperatures while still retaining its flexibility.
Military wire and cable are suitable for demanding military electronic applications. Military wire may be used in high frequency electronic applications where high temperatures will probably be encountered. Military wire is specially designed for the harshest of environments and has to meet the military specifications. Because it is designed for extreme conditions, military wire can be used for an array of purposes. Some applications include shielding and protective covering, airframe wire, point to point wiring, antennas, bus-bar, ground wire and for bonding moving parts. Military wire is available in numerous styles, sizes and conductors to meet the requirements intended by the consumers. For additional information, visit www.calmont.com to learn more.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Buy Custom Cables Over The Internet

Custom cables have a myriad of applications. Whether you are a business or an individual, if you need cables for your project there are only a few places where you are able to get them. Most companies can contact manufacturers or wholesalers directly to get the cable they need at the best price possible. Other people, however, have to make do with what they find in the home improvement store or what they can buy from a local business. However, there is another option that many people may not think of and that is purchasing the cables you need over the internet. There are many reasons why you would want to do that.
Convenience – Ordering over the internet is the ultimate in convenience. You can view the inventory of companies, pick out what you need, and pay with your credit card all from the comfort of your home or office. This setup is perfect for people who have busy lives and would rather not spend their days wandering around a mega superstore looking for silicone cable. Using the internet allows you to get the products you need quickly and easily so you can get on with your life.
Better Pricing – The internet has become a popular place for manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributers. The main reason for this is that the costs to start and run a business over the internet is much less than what it costs to run a brick and mortar store. This cost savings allows them to offer lower prices on products such as super flexible wire. Oftentimes you will be able to get a product for significantly lower than what you would pay in your local retail store which can add up to big savings over time. Some may even give you bulk pricing if you need to order a lot.
Home Delivery – The products you order online are shipped directly to your doorstep saving you the trouble of having to transport items, like flexible cable, from the store to your house. This added level of convenience allows you to focus on what is important to you such as spending time with your friends and family members. Some companies will even allow you to ship to another address so you can have item shipped directly to your work site. When looking for a reputable supplier carefully evaluate each site until you find one you are comfortable ordering from. For additional information, www.calmont.com visit to learn more.


