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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.
Topics: cable, product design, cable specifications
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.
Topics: product design, ferrules, wire
Design Strategies with Fuses
Posted on 4/9/18 2:00 PM
When designing a new electrical or electronic equipment product, an important factor to determine is circuit protection. The main function is to provide protection to both the equipment and the equipment operator in the event of a circuit overload.
Topics: circuit protection, fuses, product design
Designing with Circuit Protection
Posted on 3/26/18 1:00 PM
Built-in circuit protection is often a major design component in electrical and electronic equipment. The main purpose is to protect both the equipment and the equipment operator from an electrical power overload.
Topics: circuit protection, product design, circuit breaker
Ingress Protection—Classifying the Degrees of Protection
Posted on 3/12/18 1:00 PM
Dust, dirt, water—all “enemies” of electronic products due to the potential damage they can cause. To help address this issue, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has created a classification system (IEC 60529) designating degrees of protection regarding enclosures of electrical equipment against the invasion of contaminants, such as dust, dirt, or moisture, plus other foreign bodies (e.g. tools or fingers).
Topics: electrical safety, product design, cable glands, ingress protection, strain reliefs