Contributed by Rich Buchicchio, National Sales and Marketing Manager We all know about “The First Man” on the Moon. However, when Neil Armstrong took his historic step on the surface of the Moon, he was wearing a bio-belt that was fitted with a Cicoil engineered Biomedical Harness. Without this important piece of the Space puzzle, […]
New micro IDC ribbon cable from Cicoil is half the size and offers twice the flex
Cicoil, the inventor of the world’s first IDC Ribbon Cable in 1956, is pleased to announce the introduction of its new ultra-flexible micro IDC ribbon cable, available September 4. Unlike stiff PVC and Teflon versions, the space-saving, 0.025 in.-pitch Cicoil version has been designed for tight routing applications that require dependable signal density, reduced cable […]
Match made in Space: NASA and Cicoil celebrate 60th anniversary
On July 28, 2018, The National Aeronautics Space Agency will celebrate its 60th anniversary as an independent, non-military government agency. Coincidentally, Cicoil will also be celebrating its 60th year as a flat cable assembly supplier to NASA on numerous manned and unmanned Space missions as well. However, Cicoil’s history with the US Space Program began […]
Cicoil’s network cables are rated for Class 1 Clean Room use
Rated for Class 1 Clean Room use, Cicoil’s highly flexible networking cables are free of halogens, do not shed surface particulates, are ideal for cryogenic environments and in semiconductor manufacturing equipment applications. In addition, Cicoil’s contamination-free network cables meet the Air Cleanliness Requirements of ISO 146441, exceed the outgassing requirements of ASTM E595 and are […]
Halogen-free flat cables from Cicoil are non-toxic, environmentally friendly
Cicoil now offers halogen-free designs for applications that require non-toxic, corrosive free and environmentally friendly cables. Free of harmful halogenated compounds, such as astatine, bromine, iodine, fluorine and chlorine, Cicoil’s cables also meet the Air Cleanliness Requirements of ISO 146441 and exceed the outgassing requirements of ASTM E595. Typically, electrical cables manufactured with PVC, Neoprene […]
Webinar: Not Your Father’s Flat Cable – Understanding Where & Why to Use
This webinar was presented live on Tuesday, June 19, 2018. Click below to watch on demand. Flat cable is not simply round cable spread out. Learn about application challenges that can be solved with flat cable and the unique attributes of signal quality, weight, volume, flexibility, chemical and other environmental capabilities that flat…
Cicoil launches video highlighting its standard flat cables
Cicoil invented the world’s first flat cable in 1956 and since that time, has manufactured thousands upon thousands of custom designed flat cables for the toughest of applications. As a result of these problem-solving designs, Cicoil took its unique technology and developed standardized versions which are now available for a much quicker delivery. Unlike other […]
Video touts top 5 reasons to use flat cables instead of round
Advances in flat cable technology have made flat cables much more viable and dependable for many applications where round cables have primarily been used. Flat cables have many technical and performance enhancing advantages over round cables, so Cicoil has released a new video to clearly illustrate “The Top 5 Reasons to Use Flat Cable in […]
Mission-critical flat cables video
Cicoil, a manufacturer of high performance flat cables based in Valencia, Cal., has announced a new video: “Mission Critical Flat Cables.” It details why and how to source cables that demand unparalleled performance in critical applications and cable failure is not an option. Manufactured with high-strength, oxygen-free copper wire, Cicoil’s design is naturally more flexible […]
Cicoil launches new video resource center
Cicoil is pleased to announce the addition of its New Flat Cable Video Resource Center to its web site. The Technical Video library can be found at www.cicoil.com/tech/videos. It will feature a videos highlighting flat cable innovation, knowledge and instructional video tools. To help launch the online resource center, Cicoil has released the first video in […]
Not your father’s flat cables
Flat cables feature innovative design enhancements that make them strong candidates for applications where round cable was once the natural choice. Contributed by Howard Lind, President & CEO of Cicoil Corp. Flat cable has been around for about 60 years, since Cicoil invented the ribbon cable for IBM computers in 1956. Over the decades it […]
Lost in space: biomedical harness finally makes it home
Almost 50 years after an Apollo space walk, a long-lost flat cable harness returned back home to Cicoil. The “Bio-Harness” assembly, built by the company for the 1969 Apollo 9 space flight, was returned in a NASA Apollo Space Program Auction. Considering its age and the number of miles it has travelled, the harness looked…
Cicoil celebrates 60 years in business
Cicoil, the originator of flexible flat cable solutions, is proud to announce the celebration of its 60th year in business. Cicoil owes its success to its customers, highly dedicated…
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Long-lost Apollo space cable returns home
Almost 50 years after an Apollo Space Walk, a Long-lost Flat Cable Harness returned back home to Cicoil. The “Bio-Harness” Assembly, built by Cicoil for the 1969 Apollo…
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Flat cables for sub-zero temperatures
Rated for operational temperatures as low as -65°C, Cicoil’s highly flexible flat cables have been designed to provide non-stop reliability in Punishing Weather, Polar Climates, Cryogenic Equipment and…
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Flexible Power Cables for Aerospace Applications
Cicoil’s highly durable Single Conductor Power Cables are designed for use in Mission Critical Aerospace applications, such as Commercial and Military Airframes, Avionics, Missile Guidance Systems, In-flight Electronic…
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Cicoil opens new office in South Carolina
Based on growing demand for its flexible flat cable products in the Southeastern region of the USA, Cicoil is pleased to announce the opening of a new sales…
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Cicoil flat cable assemblies for targeting systems
Cicoil’s highly durable Flat Cable Assemblies are designed for use in targeting pods, thermographic camera and infrared sight systems typically utilized in multi-role fighter aircraft, attack helicopters and…
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Cables ensure power and control
Several processes in semiconductor Wafer Fab Class 1 Clean Rooms are operationally critical and need equipment that is absolutely reliable. When it comes to cabling, one option is flexible flat cables. The crystal-clear designs are free of halogens and contaminants, and are an alternative to PVC, Polyurethane and Teflon cables, especially in continuous motion and…
Visit Cicoil at Semicon West 2015
If you are planning to attend this year’s Semicon® West Show at Moscone Hall in San Francisco – July 14-16, make a note to visit the Cicoil Booth…
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Flexible flat cables for semiconductor applications
Rated for Class 1 Clean Rooms utilized in Semiconductor Wafer Fabs, Cicoil’s Flexible Flat Cables are ideal for operational critical applications that require absolute reliability. The crystal-clear designs…
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Flat flexible cat 6A cable
Cicoil is pleased to announce the introduction of its NEW Lightweight & Ultra Flexible Cat 6A cable. Unlike industry standard Ethernet cables that don’t provide consistent data transmission…
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Flat motion series cable
Cicoil is pleased to announce the introduction of its NEW EZ-Flexx™ Motion Series Plus Cable for high performance motion control applications. The hybrid design incorporates both power and…
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Flat, flexible data transmission cables
Providing uninterrupted reliability and long term flex service life, Cicoil’s Highly Flexible Flat Cables are the Clear Choice for Data and Video Transmission Applications. The thin profile and…
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Flat flexible festoon cables for harsh environments
Cicoil’s Flat Festoon Cables are designed for some of the harshest environments known to mankind. Ideal in lateral traversing motion applications, such as overhead & gantry cranes, monorail…
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