On the outside it may sound quite simple but a quick view over a handbook which introduces the technical information of wire and cable reveals the huge variety there is, in the classification of different types of wire and cable.
It also provides the reader with an understanding of the complexity of such products with regards to material, application, variety, and cost.
in spite of its numerous benefits, electricity can be a killer and the many hazards associated with it make it necessary for everyone to have a minimum acquaintance with the characteristic of electricity.
it is also a good idea for everyone to learn how different conductors in the form of wire and cable are devised to lead electricity to the electrical appliances which subsequently harness the power of electricity and put it into amicable use and make it a blessing to modern life that is incomparable to any other.
Wire and cable handbook
The information we often expect to find in a handbook of wire and cable often includes a basic introduction of electricity, features of different conductors used to transmit electricity, features of different insulation material used to cover conductors.
Another subject that needs to be presented in wire and cable handbooks is the shield and armor used in power and electronic wire and cable, along with some explanation for the reasons of their application and the different types they come in.
An introduction of different cable and wire types together with the criteria for choosing a specific type and size of cable seems to be the most important section of a wire and cable handbook.
Wire and cable technical information handbook
The information most frequently sought in a technical handbook for wire and cable is what different types of cable and wire there are, and what each type is used for.
the cable type which is familiar to almost anyone, and most people have probably used is Construction and building cable.
W is an indication that the cable can be laid in both wet and dry locations, N means that the nylon jacket of the cable protects it against oil and gasoline.
X means the insulation is crosslinked.
So next time you see these letters printed on a type of cable, you know what characteristics you can expect form it.
Wire cable with hooks
Electricians often need to keep wire and cable fixed in position with a hook, connector or other accessories devised for this purpose.
Based on the type of Wire and cable, connectors can generally be classified into three group.
Coaxial connectors, data connectors and power connectors.
coaxial connectors are electric extensions added to the cable.
it means when connected to the cable they should bring the least disruption possible to signals.
Interestingly, this type of connector is named in relation to how much impedance it causes in the current.
Next category of connectors is data connectors they are used to connect communication equipment.
famously known as RJ11 and Rj45 these connectors are modular and come in the form of jacks and plugs.
They are designed to connect solid and stranded wire.
Wire and cable book
Manufactures of wire and cable often leave a book or booklet in the packing.
In this booklet the customer can find information about technical features such as size, weight, resistance, and voltage capacity.
Available in the booklet is also information about the applications of that cable.
The booklet also tells us about the conductor and insulate material of the cables.
It is also available on the company's website.
Product information booklet is different from a company's catalogue.
Catalogues often include information about the company capabilities its background its range of products and individual introduction of the features of each product.
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