CABLES & ACCESSORIES

Jan. 1, 2005
Pin-and-sleeve connectors Non-metallic pin and sleeve expo connectors accept both flat and round cable. FEATURES & BENEFITS Quick assembly Recessed pins

Pin-and-sleeve connectors

Non-metallic pin and sleeve expo connectors accept both flat and round cable.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Quick assembly
  • Recessed pins and contacts resist abrasions
  • Brass alloy pins and sockets maximize conductivity
  • Available for 45 and 60-A applications

WOODHEAD INDUSTRIES INC.
Northbrook, Ill.
(800) 225-7724
www.danielwoodhead.com
Circle 120

Quiet cable carriers

QT-Series Nylatrac cable and hose carriers feature molded elastomer torsion bearings at link pivot points to reduce noise.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Smooth, reliable operation
  • Available in standard Nylatrac Series sizes

A&A MFG. CO., GORTRAC DIV.
New Berlin, Wis.
(800) 553-6331
www.gortrac.com
Circle 121

Encoder cable

MR121 ZapFree encoder cable replaces copper encoder cables without any design changes.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • 500-kHz frequency each channel
  • TTL, open collector, line driver, and SSI interface options
  • 1,000-m maximum length
  • Immune to EMI, RFI, and ground loops

MICRONOR INC.
Newbury Park, Calif.
(805) 499-0114
www.micronor.com
Circle 122

Flexible control cables

A comprehensive catalog of flexible control and automation cables is available on CD.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Contains descriptions, specifications, and color photos
  • Additional sections feature guidelines for installation, color coding, flammability tests, European and American cable stranding, technical documentation, commonly used abbreviations, and a cross reference
  • Cable types include flexible control, continuous flex, flexible specialty, data, servo, silicone, bus, and halogen-free

SAB NORTH AMERICA
Fairfield, N.J.
(866) 722-2974
www.sabawp.com
Circle 123

Round VFD cables

Series V variable frequency drive cables have a round, symmetrical geometry for easy and secure installation.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Meet IP67 and NEMA-6 installation standards
  • Cross-linked polyethylene insulation
  • Tightly fitted shields
  • Large insulation walls

ALPHA WIRE CO.
Elizabeth, N.J.
(908) 925-8000
www.alphawire.com
Circle 124

Ethernet connectivity

A range of connectors, cable assemblies, hubs, and switches is specially designed for the factory floor.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Han-Max RJ45 is a metal bayonet-style RJ-45 connector
  • Field-terminable M12-D Harax connector offers quick installation
  • Variety of hubs and switches available with several Ethernet interfaces, including M12-D and RJ45

HARTING INC. OF NORTH AMERICA
Elgin, Ill.
(847) 741-1500
www.harting-usa.com
Circle 125

Continuous-flex cables

Chainflex continuous-flex cables deliver long life and high performance.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Conductors are bundled, rather than layered
  • Available in more than 600 sizes and styles
  • Includes power and control cables, air hoses, data cables, servo cables, and fiber-optic cables

IGUS INC.
E. Providence, R.I.
(800) 521-2747
www.igus.com
Circle 126

Open wiring cables

Foundation fieldbus cables are rated for open wiring, so no conduit is needed.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Can be installed as open wiring up to 50 ft
  • Meet UL-2250 crush and impact resistance requirements

TURCK INC.
Minneapolis
(800) 544-7769
www.turck.com
Circle 127

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