Industrial cable assemblies are comprised of a bundle of wires or cables banded together so they function as a single unit. A connector is placed on each end of the cable assembly. Cable assemblies are used to transmit information in a wide range of industries. They're most commonly found in television, telephone and computer applications, but cable assemblies are also used in the military, automotive and medical fields.

The length and operating temperatures of cable assemblies are important features to consider. Other common features include the ability to operate in extreme conditions, clean production and hydra assembly. Extreme condition assemblies can withstand high and low temperatures, vibration and humidity. When ordering industrial cable assemblies, consider the following:

1. Purchase coaxial cable assemblies for general television, computer and telephone applications.

2. Use electrical cable assemblies to connect a static electrical component to a rotating component.

3. Order a custom cable assembly for unique applications.

Action Steps
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Order a coaxial cable assembly

Coaxial cable assemblies are frequently used in the cable television, computer and telephone industries. A coaxial cable consists of a physical channel that carries the signal, a layer of insulation and a second concentric physical channel. The channels run along the same axis, with the other channel serving as the ground. Coaxial cable assemblies can carry information great distances.

I recommend: Browse an inventory of coaxial cable assemblies at Telegartner. The company's cable assembly services include cost-reduction advice and continuous technical support. Casco Manufacturing offers coaxial cable assemblies made to your specifications. Find custom molded cable assemblies, including coaxial cable assemblies, at Trans World Connections.

Implement electrical cable assemblies

Electrical cable assemblies are used to connect electrical components. These assemblies are used in applications that require a signal to be transferred from a static component to a rotating component. A wide range of industries, including medical systems, robotics, printing and publishing, and power management, use electrical cable assemblies in their daily operations.

I recommend: Order electrical cable assemblies from AssemTech. Each assembly undergoes a quality-control check prior to shipping. TPC Wire & Cable offers electrical cable assemblies, including portable cables, portable reeling cables, variable frequency drive cables, multi-pair control cables and flat festoon cables.

Purchase custom industrial cable assemblies

For unique applications, contract a custom cable assembly manufacturer to design and fabricate your assemblies. This option is ideal if you need an uncommon connector or a cable assembly capable of functioning in hazardous conditions.

I recommend: Purchase custom cable assemblies from Tyler Madison. In addition to cable assembly sales, the company's services include designing, engineering, prototyping, packaging, hot stamping and pull testing for cable strength. United Electronics offers custom cable assemblies for military, medical, aerospace and industrial applications. STRAN Technologies is a custom manufacturer of cable assemblies suitable for a wide range of applications, including performance automotive, telecommunication, deployable broadcast networks and water purification systems.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Cable assemblies have three gender combinations of connectors. Before ordering a cable assembly, check your application to see if you need male-male, male-female or female-female connectors.