Wire and Cable Assemblies: Connectors and Terminations
Wire and cable assemblies are crucial components in various electrical and electronic systems. They consist of wires or cables that are connected to one another or other components using connectors and terminations. These connectors and termination methods are selected based on factors like the application,…
Troubleshooting Cable Assemblies: A Practical Guide for OEMs
Troubleshooting cable assemblies starts with safety, current documentation, and the exact failure symptom. Do not stop at continuity. A cable assembly can fail because of an open conductor, short circuit, wrong pinout, high-resistance crimp, damaged insulation, loose terminal, connector wear, poor strain relief, moisture, vibration,…
Wire and Cable: Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology allows electrical power to be transmitted over Ethernet cables alongside data signals. This means that devices like network cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points can receive data and power through a single Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for separate…
EV Charging Systems: Cable & Connectors
EV charging systems use various types of cabling and connectors to safely and efficiently transfer electricity from a power source to the vehicle’s battery. The specific cabling and connectors can vary depending on the type of charging station and the region or standards followed. Here…
Manufacturing Industrial Control Panels
Manufacturing industrial control panels involves several steps to ensure they are safe, reliable, and compliant with industry standards. These control panels are used in various industries to control and monitor machinery and processes. Here are the typical steps required in manufacturing industrial control panels: It’s…
Wire Harness Testing: How OEM Assemblies Are Inspected and Verified
Wire harness testing verifies that every conductor, terminal, connector, splice, label, and branch matches the approved design and performs as intended. A production test plan may include visual inspection, continuity and short testing, resistance measurements, crimp verification, insulation testing, functional testing, and documentation review. Not…