igus, one of the worldwide leaders in predictive maintenance, has introduced the latest generation of monitoring sensors that check the electrical condition of chainflex cables in e-chain systems without contact or intervention in the existing harnessing. The company’s i.Sense CF.D monitoring sensors allow real-time monitoring without extra cores and, in combination with the new i.Cee: […]
Belden releases several cable, connectivity products for Q4
Belden Inc. announces several new Q4 2021 product launches designed to put safety, reliability and flexibility at the forefront in enterprise and industrial environments. Several cable releases include: Belden DataTuff fiber optic factory cables are rated for indoor and outdoor applications and ideal in material handling, food processing and other industrial applications where lubricating, hydraulics […]
FDA-compliant cable entry plates for food processing and packaging
The new cable entry plates KEL-DPU-HD from icotek have been specially developed for the installation in food processing and packaging machines. During the development and in accordance with the Hygienic Design guidelines, care was taken to ensure that the visible side of the cable entry plate is free of dirt collecting recesses. The outer contour […]
igus seeks unique e-chain applications for its vector awards competition
The vector award for the best e-chain applications from igus inc. is entering its eighth round – and applications will be accepted until February 11, 2022. They rotate by 7,000 degrees, travel at speeds of up to 10 meters per second and move three-dimensionally like snakes: e-chain cable carriers made of high-performance plastics. Every two […]
Particle-free energy chain for clean rooms
A new particle-free energy chain for cleanrooms has been developed by igus that allows for safe cable guidance in compact installation spaces, providing a cost-effective alternative to ribbon cables. The e-skin flat energy chain from igus is a modular design and in the Fraunhofer cleanroom test, demonstrated cleanroom performance in accordance with ISO Class 1 […]
SMA bulkhead jacks expand options for micro-coax cables
Amphenol RF has expanded its SMA connector series with additional cable mount jacks. These jacks are designed to accommodate industry-standard micro-coax 0.81 mm cable. The lightweight, compact and vibration-proof design makes these connectors ideal for applications where space constraints exist such as wireless networking and antennas. These SMA bulkhead jacks are available in the straight […]
Cable entry systems for the use in cleanrooms
icotek now offers cable entry systems especially for use in cleanrooms. The tried and tested cable entry frames KEL-ER and KEL-U with their matching KT grommets, which are designed for cables with connectors, are already available. For cables without plugs, the KEL-DPZ cable entry plates are also available as a cleanroom version. All icotek cable […]
Bundled, multiport cable assemblies reduce number of individual connections in 5G apps
The TMQ4 and TMQ5 bundled cable assemblies for 5G. These new solutions combine industry-standard four and five conductor MQ4 and MQ5 connectors with Times Microwave’s high-end coaxial cables. It solves the challenges associated with the ever-increasing number of RF inputs required by the MIMO antennas commonly used to accomplish the densification needs of 5G networks. […]
Steady Link series-C coax cable assemblies with right-angle connectors
NAI announced the launch of a new line of Series-C Corrugated Low PIM Coaxial Cable Assemblies with Right-Angle connectors, as the company continues its development of new standard interconnect products under the Steady Link brand. This latest line features RF50 Low PIM corrugated assemblies with Right-Angle connectors and flexible cable options. Steady Link Series-C RF50 […]
TNC and RP-TNC cable assemblies add ultra-miniature connectivity
Amphenol RF is pleased to expand its connectivity options to include standard and waterproof IP‐rated cable assemblies with TNC and RP‐TNC configurations. These assemblies are designed using 1.13 mm micro coax cable and feature the ultra-miniature AMC4 connector on one end. The other end is terminated with either a TNC or RP-TNC rear mount bulkhead […]
Tool-less round cable entries for cables with plugs
Conta-Clip completes its KDS-R modular cable entry program for round metric breakouts from M20 to M63, adding small-diameter versions for cables and conduits with cross-sections from 2 to 35 mm. Cables with and without plugs can thus be quickly and safely fed into control cabinets or housings. The tool-less cable management system consists of a […]
TPC Wire & Cable announces the formation of Trexon
TPC Wire & Cable (TPC) has formed the Trexon brand, which encompasses the brand portfolio of TPC, Pittsburgh Wire and Cable, MilRail, EZ Form Cable, CiCoil, Hydro Group, Integrated Cable Systems (ICS) and The First Electronics Corporation (FEC). The company is headquartered in Macedonia, Ohio. Trexon is a provider of unique connectivity solutions built to […]
SolderSleeve device for low outgassing and extreme temperatures in space
TE Connectivity is introducing its SolderSleeve device for space, a first-to-market solution that provides a controlled and reliable solder joint for low outgassing applications, including low earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The new product is designed to meet the demands of the space industry, which require minimal to zero foreign object damage (FOD) in applications. The […]
Rollable ribbon fiber optic microcable offers increased density
OFS expands its microcable product line with the RollR200 Central Core (CC) Rollable Ribbon Microcable. The RollR200 CC Rollable Ribbon Microcable features 432 optical fibers in a gel-free central core design optimized for microduct installations. This latest-generation cabling solution can help take metro networks to the next level with increased fiber density, enhanced performance, and speed of […]
Round cable entries for screwless mounting
The new KES-E-R cable entries allow for quick and secure feeding of cables into control cabinets or machine housings. The plates are simply manually pressed into the machined openings. The inner, elastic sealing lip of the profile seal bulges on the inside of the panel, ensuring secure and vibration-proof hold. In order to feed cables […]
Different ways to secure cable tracks (cable carriers) to machinery
Cable carriers guide and protect electrical cables, as well as hydraulic or pneumatic hoses. They limit the minimum bend radius and therefore bending stresses, while often also constraining bending to a single plane. They shield and protect cables from wear, prevent entrapment in moving machinery and avoid entanglement. To do this effectively, it is essential […]
When should you use pre-harnessed (pre-engineered) cable carrier assemblies?
Contributed by Jody Muelaner Cable carriers are hollow chains which guide and protect cables and hoses during motion. They are typically installed on-site with the cables and hoses fitted through manifolds and junction boxes, and fixing plates, brackets and guide or support structures installed. Although it can make sense to carry out this work in-situ, […]
New Steady Link series coax cables for 4G LTE and 5G wireless and industry networks
NAI continues its introduction of new standard interconnect products under the Steady Link brand with the launch of a new line of Series-C LMR* 240 and 400 coaxial cable assemblies. Series-C coax jumpers are designed to address the dramatic increase in the use of mobile devices by providing interconnect solutions to service 4G LTE and […]
Low-PIM coaxial cable assemblies deliver PIM levels of less than -160 dBc
Pasternack, an Infinite Electronics brand, has recently expanded its ever-growing line of low-PIM coaxial cable assemblies using Pasternack’s Super Flex cables, as well as popular cable offerings from Times Microwave that are ideal for use in wireless infrastructure installations, distributed antenna systems (DAS) and other low-PIM applications. These new cables are available in standard and […]
Healthcare company finds durability, reliability in igus chainflex cables
One of the world’s leading manufacturers of medical products has found durability and dependability with igus chainflex cables on a long-travel basket loader for baby nutritional drinks. Abbott Labs installed 33-ft and 20-ft chainflex cables on a basket loader after cables on the previous units failed after three months. The units complete 1,500 cycles per […]
AutomationDirect offering igus continuous flexing control and signal cable
The new igus Chainflex CF211 and CF11 series control and signal cable is available from AutomationDirect. It is specifically designed, tested, and manufactured to reliably serve continuous flexing, high mechanical load application requirements. This cable is available in sizes ranging from 26 to 20 AWG, with up to four twisted pairs with overall shield, and […]
Is an open or closed cable carrier better for a given application?
Open cable carriers have an open chain-link structure with cross bars that contain cables and hoses. Enclosed cable carriers form a complete tube; this can be achieved using a chain-link structure with sliding covers, or as a homogeneous fully sealed corrugated tube, such as a flexible conduit. All cable carriers prevent wear, damage and snagging, […]
Multi-fiber cable assemblies connect multiple units in harsh environments
TE Connectivity announced its new multi-fiber cable assemblies, which can provide high signal data connectivity routing through only one cable connecting multiple units in the field instead of one assembly for each. Suitable for wireless outdoor applications such as 5G, microwave, robotics, aerospace/defense and other harsh environments, TE’s multi-fiber cable assemblies can save space, simplify […]
MotionFlex control cables for linear and torsional motion
LUTZE Inc is introducing MOTIONFLEX Control cables, an innovative new cabling solution for continuous motion applications in industrial automation. MOTIONFLEX Control cables are specifically designed for versatility and are suitable for linear and torsional motion applications as well as use in cable trays. LUTZE MOTIONFLEX cables are versatile, with construction and approvals for both plant […]
BNC cable assemblies use highly flexible, low-loss RF cables
Amphenol RF is offering a full line of high-performance BNC cable assemblies which utilize highly flexible, low loss Times LMR-UF cables. These 50-ohm assemblies are available in multiple configurations in an extensive range of standard lengths from 12 inches to 30 meters and are suitable for a number of applications including test and measurement and […]