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Guidance on Company-Specific Cable Specifications

Posted on 7/2/18 4:07 PM

A common practice for cord set manufacturers is the option to be able to change cable suppliers. This can be done as a safety net to limit shutdowns and as a price controlling measure. It also means that with manufacturers having multiple-approved cable suppliers, customers should not expect that all markings found on the cable are included in their company-specific specifications.

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Topics: cable, product design, cable specifications

Determining the Correct Plug Pattern in a Global Market

Posted on 6/18/18 2:41 PM

A basic definition of a plug and socket: meeting an electrical need by connecting electrical equipment to a power source. But as simple as that definition sounds, it needs to be noted that there are a number of different plug patterns used throughout the world, making it anything but simple.

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Topics: electrical safety, designing for export, plugs & sockets

Ferrules Can Be Used for Better Electrical Connections

Posted on 6/13/18 12:40 PM

A ferrule is an internal component that can be used for better electrical connection in applications where the spread of bare strands could cause a problem.

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Topics: product design, ferrules, wire

Medical Design. Quality. Safety.

Posted on 5/7/18 11:39 AM

Every day can be critical in a medical setting. Because one of the most important elements is safety, it is crucial to design hospital-grade products with quality components.

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Topics: testing, Hospital-Grade Products, Designing for North America

Designing with a Rocker Switch

Posted on 4/23/18 1:30 PM

A switch is an electrical component on a piece of equipment that may be used when incoming power needs to be controlled. From being used on a vacuum cleaner to a life-support machine, the purpose of a switch is to open and close a circuit. Opening a circuit (turns a device OFF) is achieved by breaking a connection in the circuit. This stops current flow. Closing the circuit (turns a device ON) allows the current to flow again.

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Topics: product design, rocker switch

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