CABLE ASSEMBLIES / CABLE LANYARDS / CUSTOM CABLE ASSEMBLIES


Considerations

There are many things to consider when designing the most effective cable assembly for the application. First, what type of load will the assembly be subject to: tension, compression, static or dynamic. One must figure out the work load, shock load (if any), safety factor, and durability considering the environment. For the cable selection it is important to consider the construction, diameter, and whether it should be bare or coated. The type of fittings and terminals need to be selected and then determine whether standard fittings or custom are required. Finally, one needs to decide whether the tolerance conditions should be tight, normal, or relaxed. By considering these mentioned factors, the results of the cable assembly will be as efficient and effective as possible.
 
     
 

SAFETY FACTOR RATIOS

Ratios to Determine
Min. Safety Factors
Minimum Breaking
Strength of Cable
 
Maximum Working
Load
Normal Conditions
5
:
1
Shock or Peak Load Conditions
8
:
1
Critical or Safety Conditions
10
:
1
 
     
 
SPECIFYING CABLE ASSEMBLIES

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CABLE ASSEMBLIES / CABLE LANYARDS / CUSTOM CABLE ASSEMBLIES TOLERANCES

Assembly Length
Tight Tolerance
Normal Tolerance
Relaxed Tolerance
0-2 ft
.030 in /.76 mm
.060 in / 1.52 mm
.125 in / 3.18 mm
2-5 ft
.060 in /1.52 mm
.125 in /3.18 mm
.188 in /4.8 mm
5-10 ft
.108 in /4.8 mm
.375 in /9.53 mm
.500 in /12.7 mm
10-20 ft
.375 in /9.53 mm
.500 in /12.7 mm
.750 in /19.0 mm
20-40 ft
.500 in /12.7 mm
.750 in /19.0 mm
1.00 in /25.4 mm
40-50 ft
.750 in /19.0 mm
1.00 in /25.4 mm
2.00 in /50.8 mm
Greater than 50 ft
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