Wire and Cabling

Abstract

Conductors play a vital role in reliable electronics equipment. With the advances over the past few years in equipment design, conductor variations have become as complex as the electronics components they serve, and requirements have become correspondingly exacting. Conductors are selected for their current- carrying capacity, mechanical strength, and the properties of their insulation. However, unique situations may require the use of wire with special characteristics, and several types of special wires may be needed in a single chassis. The electrical problems may include current-carrying capacity, impedance, voltage, RFI, operator protection, and special placement of components. These problems are best approached by both the electronics engineer and the mechanical engineer working as a team.