The different avatars of a cable assembly
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008A cable assembly is a critical component in the field of computers and electronics. There are many different types of cables available in the market, a majority of which are Ro-HS compliant. Some of these include, fiber optic cable assemblies, copper cable assemblies, RF/Coaxial cable assemblies, etc.
The internet medium has ensured, not only the furthering of a cable assembly in its standard form, but has also given birth to a custom cable assembly, which can be procured at the click of a button. All the different specifications of the given cable assembly, with regards to length, cable type, and connectors, can be molded as per specific client requirements, and the said product delivered. Ace Electronics, a known name in this field, offers some practical custom cable assemblies, a few of which include Copper and Fiber Terminations, RF Assemblies, Aerospace/Mil-Spec, and Environmental Cable.Â
We now take a look at an important segment of the cable assembly business, namely the ‘Plenum Cable’. This cable is used in the plenum space of a structure and or building, and is coated on the outside with a fire retardant. It can withstand a higher temperature than regular PVC coated cable, and does not emit smoke or toxic fumes when burned. This easily routed cable is ideal for most wireless applications requiring a low loss RF cable, for in-building systems.
Many individuals and or organizations, involved in the business of manufacturing and marketing cable assemblies, have taken the online route, to promote and sell their wares. This enterprising move has evoked the desired response, and the given line of conducting business, is now beginning to show positive results. A prospective customer now has the added advantage, of browsing through a plethora of viable options, before honing in, on the right kind of cable assembly.



