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Choosing the right material

What is the best material for a cable sheath – PUR or PVC? Is stainless steel a better material for connector housings than cast zinc or plastic? These questions can only be answered on a case-by-case basis, as each material has its own strengths and weaknesses. Unfortunately, there are no simple rules when it comes to choosing the right materials for connectivity solutions, as the specific application always plays a decisive role. Furthermore, any connection solution is only ever as strong as its weakest link. This is often an unsuitable material or accessory where the manufacturer did not pay enough attention to material properties for seemingly unimportant C-parts. Requirements can vary greatly from one sector to another. In the f ood and beverage industry , for example, hygiene is the number-one priority when processing and packaging perishable goods. This calls for materials that can be easily washed down and that do not lose their functionality when they are treated
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The future with Fiber Optic cables

Internet penetration in India is a major concern and will be for a while. Only 400 million of India’s 1.2 billion strong population is online, after all. As fiber optic technology continues to revolutionize the telecommunication and data capabilities of a range of industries, the average individual may not understand the advantages that fiber optic technology provides for us in our everyday life. To better understand the advantages and capabilities of fiber optic technology, we’ll outline a few basics touch points of fiber optics and their contribution to our everyday lives. Let us catch up on the benefits of optical fiber over traditional metallic wire. Benefits of Optic Fibers Vs. Traditional Metallic Wiring? Besides the fact that conventional metallic wiring is far more expensive to produce, fiber optics deliver a superior amount of quality, convenience, and durability currently unmatched in telecommunication technology. Although the majority of our practical appl
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Common Fiber Optic Cables Problems

As Clint Eastwood quoted, “ Aging can be fun if you lay back and enjoy it .” However this quote does not apply to the fiber optic cables or any cable in general. Some fiber optic networks have now been in use for more than 20 years, a tribute to the inherent capabilities of optical fiber. In that same time, copper cabling for premises networks has been through two generations of coax and at least four generations of unshielded twisted pair cabling. Why do the Old Fiber Optic Cables still Works so Well? ·          One reason is the extreme care that went into its design. Telephone cable engineers already knew how to make cable that would survive for long times buried underground or suspended from poles. Adapting that technology to glass fibers , while adding plastics to protect the fiber from the environment by hermetically sealing the glass, and using the then new technology of aramid fibers to prevent stress on the glass itself, led to the creation of fiber op
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How to deal with outdoor cables?

As the saying goes, “Accidents, big or small, avoid them all you.” Special care needs to be taken around electricity outdoors. Whether you are working or playing near it, or using electrical equipment, it is important to be aware of the dangers. Everything we use around us works on electric current, it is very much necessary to maintain safety guidelines. Before you start any work near power lines or underground cables, arrange a visit from electricity retailer to identify any problems or disconnect the supply. This work might be painting your house, trimming trees, cleaning guttering, replacing spouting or roofing, repairing chimneys or excavating a property. Never touch overhead power lines, underground cables , or the bare conductors that connect them to the house, as this could be fatal. Safety tips for Outdoors Never store material under power wires and reduce the clearance height. Remember that children are fond of climbing, and wires look tempting. Before starting w
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Safety measures while dealing with Underground cables

This blog focuses on approach while dealing with underground cables, which is often overlooked. It can be harmful and hazardous if not dealt right. One of the main dangers which may arise when digging is that of possible injury from underground power cables. Injuries resulting from damage to live power cables are usually caused by the explosive effects of arcing current and by associated fire or flames. This can occur when the sheath of the cable and the conductor insulation are penetrated by a sharp object, such as the point of a tool, or when the cable is crushed severely enough to cause contact between the sheathing and one or more conductors. This typically causes severe and potentially fatal burns to the hands, face and body. Direct electric shock is also a possibility. Furthermore, some high voltage power cables are oil filled and oil can ignite. Electrical fires can be catastrophic if damage spreads to other nearby services such as gas pipes. Such accidents are ca
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Guidelines for Robotic cable management

To improve the efficiency of any system, you need to have certain structure. In this blog, we are going to focus on Robotic cable management , is a fundamental part of robotic efficiency, often overlooked or saved for the last part of the design process. There are several special considerations that need to take place to ensure proper robotic cable management. If you still have questions such as, why is robotic cable management important? How can you ensure you choose the best robotic cable management solution? The Importance Poor management of robotic cables can lead to a number of problems . The most common is the poorly designed cable system which restricts the motion of a robotic arm. With robots becoming more flexible, we need upgrade in the cable design to match this flexibility. By preparing cables for the entire range of motion of the robot, not just application specific motions. You would not want to end up with a cable that restricts the motion, and thus the
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Basics of Cables and Connectors

If we check the history of electric cables, the real demand for wires and Cables to conduct electric power began in 1871, with the invention of the first dependable dynamo. The telegraph and telephone swelled demand for efficient methods of transmitting electric current and signals over long distances. The insulation back in the days was paper coated. Just imagine Paper-coated pitch wrapped each individual wire, insulating it from the others. The whole batch was then wrapped in paper. Some even suggested laying these batches in tubes coated in resin and placing them underground to keep curious young boys away from them. In the case of cables, factors like resistance, capacitance and impedance all play a role. There's also a great many more electrical sources , magnetic sources and broadcast radio frequencies today than there were in the days of paper and pitch insulation. All of these factors can affect a cable's transmission. As a result, shielding is another impo
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