Wire & Cable
The Ultimate Guide to Wire Gauge Sizes | Learn What Gauges Are Used For Custom Wire Harness Applications
Wire gauges help determine the effectiveness, as well as the costs of the overall design. That’s why our designers take such care when designing custom wiring harnesses to incorporate the perfect gauges to meet the needs of the project. In today’s LiveWire spotlight, we’ll showcase a complete wire gauge guide focused on topics like wire…
Read MoreCommon CAN bus Problems: A Troubleshooting Guide
CAN bus systems are essentially high-speed freeways for digital information exchange within a tightly-packed and complex electrical system such as within an automobile. These tight spaces can’t fit a computer so Controller Area Networks (CAN) help bridge the gap to allow microcontrollers and other devices to “talk” to one another. But what happens when there’s…
Read MoreUtilizing Flex Cable vs Ribbon Cable in Cable Assemblies
Flex cable and ribbon cable both go by many names but each is employed the world over to power an untold number of electronic devices and systems. The capabilities of these two types of cable have their own set of pros and cons which make each uniquely suitable for a particular project. Today, the Livewire…
Read MoreThe Many Uses of the Humble Curly Cord
The Many Uses of the Humble Curly Cord When we think of a curly cord, our minds usually go straight to the spiral apparatuses that tether corded telephone handsets. But you might find it surprising to learn just how many applications and industries this humble cord has made its way into. From military, to industrial,…
Read MoreWire Harness 101 with a Wire & Cable Manufacturer
Wire harnesses can be tricky without the help of an experienced wire and cable manufacturer. At its most basic, a wire harness is an effective way to organize wires or cables by grouping or bundling them together in order to transmit signal or electrical power. They can be used in almost any application that requires…
Read MoreDetermining the Shape of a Custom Coil Cord
The shape of a custom coil cord is one of the most important elements when designing this type of cable. Custom coil cord is known for its flexibility, making it the perfect choice for applications that require a cable that can stretch and retract without putting additional stress on the wire. It has the ability…
Read MoreDesign Services from Custom Wire and Cable Manufacturers
New products or pieces of machinery often have unique, specific requirements that can’t be met by stock cable When developing a new product, the last thing you should be worrying about is whether there’s an existing cable that meets all the requirements for performance, durability, and price. The reality is that there may not be…
Read MoreDesigning and Maintaining Your Product’s Customized Wiring
Collaborating with a custom cable manufacturer to produce durable wiring that meets your product’s specifications. Like the majority of industrial products, wiring systems must also be designed and maintained properly in order to withstand harsh conditions. If these products are not looked after and properly attended to, the results can be negative–resulting in a large…
Read MoreWill Single or Multi-Stranded Wiring Be Suited To Your Custom Cable Assembly?
Ensuring that your manufacturer’s cable assembly meets your product’s specific design requirements. Determining the various differences and use cases for single strand and Multi-Stranded Wiring and conductors can be difficult. The difference isn’t a visible one, and with all of the variables in designing custom wiring, it’s not likely to be one that you and…
Read MoreWorking With Custom Cable Assembly Manufacturers to Determine the Proper Gauges for Your Custom Wiring
Optimize your product by choosing the right conductor and Gauges for Custom Wiring and your custom cable assembly. Make your product as effective as possible with these tips for designing custom wiring and identifying proper gauges for custom wiring. The size of a wire’s conductor plays an important role in the functionality of the final…
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