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Standard Wire & Cable Co. Technical Handbook & Catalog

Standard Wire & Cable Co. Technical Handbook & Catalog

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Fiber Optic Products Overview

Fiber Optic Cable Theory and Construction: This section explains the basic principles of fiber optic cables, detailing the types of fibers and considerations for cable construction and transmission. It describes various cable types like Simplex, Duplex, Distribution, Breakout, and Loose Tube, each with specific UL types for different applications.

Reference Material: Comparative properties of insulating and jacketing compounds, current carrying capacity of copper conductors, and derating factors for bundled conductors are provided. It includes comparison charts for UL and military specification wires and cables, along with cable design formulas for calculating weights and dimensions.

Wire and Cable Terminology: A glossary is included to clarify industry-specific terminology.

Technical Specifications: Detailed specifications for various wire types, including solid bare copper and stranded tinned copper, covering diameter, cross-sectional area, weight, and resistance.

Company Information: Standard Wire & Cable Co. offers a wide range of conductor and insulation types, with capabilities in custom cable design, prototyping, and fabrication. They have multiple locations and a large inventory to support various customer needs.

Applications: The document outlines the uses of different cables in systems such as public address, burglar alarms, intercoms, and remote control circuits, ensuring compliance with the National Electric Code.

Specifications:

Low Smoke PVC Cable: Designed for use in air plenums without conduit, suitable for audio, intercom, computer systems, and low energy communication and safety control wiring. Complies with National Fire Protective Association and NEC article 725 type CL3P. Voltage rating is 150 V, with a white low smoke PVC jacket rated at 75°C.
Fire Alarm Cable: Suitable for fire alarm systems in air plenums without conduit, compliant with NEC article 760 type FPLP. Voltage rating is 300 V, with a red low smoke PVC jacket rated at 75°C.

Construction: Conductors are solid bare copper, paired and individually shielded with aluminum polyester foil and a stranded tinned copper drain wire. Insulation is made of low smoke PVC.

Color and Customization: Standard colors include white and red, with custom jacket colors available upon request.

Applications: Cables are used in CATV, CCTV, and MATV systems, compliant with NEC article 725 type CL2 or CL2P for plenum applications. Traffic signal cables and inductance loop detector wires meet Cal-Trans and IMSA specifications.

Standards and Compliance: Cables comply with various UL standards such as CL3P, CMP, and FPLP. The National Electric Code (NEC) categorizes multipurpose cables under articles 725, 760, and 800, with specific guidelines for plenum, riser, and general use.

Color Code Charts: Detailed color code charts are provided for conductor and pair color identification, following MIL-STD-681D standards.

Contact Information: Standard Wire & Cable Co. has locations in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, with contact details provided for sales inquiries.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications for various types of cables and wires manufactured by Standard Wire & Cable Co. It includes information on conductor materials, voltage ratings, insulation types, and construction details for different applications.

Specifications:

Conductor Material: Primarily stranded tinned copper, with some options for bare copper and silver-plated copper.
Voltage Ratings: Ranges from 300 V to 600 V, depending on the application and cable type.
Insulation: Various materials including PVC, TPE, EPDM, and PTFE, with temperature ratings up to 200°C.
Construction: Multi-conductor cables with options for shielded and unshielded configurations. Available in different lengths and diameters.

Product Categories:

Retractile Cords: Designed for communication and electronic control applications, available with PVC or TPE jackets.
Portable Cords: Includes heavy-duty outdoor use cords and flexible power cords with Flexoprene® jackets.
Hook-Up Wire: Used for internal appliance and electronic wiring, resistant to moisture, oil, and solvents.
Welding Cables: Feature extra flexible copper strands and are suitable for high-temperature environments.

Key Features:

Color Coding: Conductors are color-coded for easy identification, with specific codes for different numbers of conductors.
UL and CSA Listings: Many products are UL and CSA listed, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Applications: Suitable for a wide range of uses including appliance wiring, communication systems, and power distribution.

Contact Information: The document provides contact details for Standard Wire & Cable Co. locations in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, including phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications for various types of instrumentation control cables manufactured by Standard Wire & Cable Co. It includes information on conductor materials, insulation, voltage ratings, and uses, as well as detailed tables of cable dimensions and weights.

Specifications:

Conductors: Stranded tinned copper, available in various American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes.
Insulation: Semi-rigid PVC Type "B" with a temperature range of -55°C to 105°C, compliant with MIL-DTL-16878/1.
Voltage Rating: 600 V.
Jacket: Black flexible PVC, temperature range -40°C to 105°C.
Shielding: Braided tinned copper with 80% coverage.

Uses: These cables are designed for interconnecting electronic equipment, telemetering, and instrumentation control. They are resistant to flame, moisture, and various oils and chemicals.

Product Variants:

20 AWG Conductors: 7/28 stranding with 41 pF/ft capacitance between adjacent conductors.
18 AWG Conductors: 7/26 stranding with similar capacitance.
24 AWG Conductors: 7/32 stranding with 32 pF/ft capacitance.
22 AWG Conductors: 7/30 stranding with 35 pF/ft capacitance.

Construction Details: The cables are constructed by twisting conductors with an uninsulated stranded tinned copper drain wire. Each pair is shielded with Mylar® supported aluminum foil, spirally wrapped. The cables are cabled round with fillers where needed and have a temperature rating of -40°C to 80°C.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and descriptions for various military-grade cables, specifically those conforming to MIL-W-16878 and MIL-DTL-22759 standards. It includes information on cable construction, materials, and applications.

Specifications: The document outlines the specifications for cables, including type, voltage rating, insulation, conductor coating, and temperature rating. For example, MIL-DTL-16878/1 Type B cables have a 600V RMS rating with PVC insulation and a maximum temperature of 105°C.

Cable Designation: Cables are designated by a six-field code indicating construction details such as specification number, conductor material, size, stranding, and color code. For instance, MIL-W-16878/5-DCB-2 indicates a specific type of cable with defined characteristics.

Materials and Construction: The document details the materials used in cable construction, such as stranded silver-plated or nickel-plated copper conductors, PTFE or FEP jackets, and various insulation materials. It also describes the construction process, including dielectric wall thickness and cable twisting.

Applications: These cables are used in military vehicles and other applications requiring resistance to high temperatures, abrasion, and exposure to harsh environments. Specific uses include shunt leads, brush leads, and antenna systems.

Color Coding: Primary conductors are color-coded according to MIL-C-915 standards, with custom color coding available upon request. Colors are designed to remain fast under exposure to light, heat, or solvents.

Contact Information: The document provides contact details for Standard Wire & Cable Co. in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, including phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications for various military-grade wires and cables, focusing on their construction, materials, and applications. It includes information on different military specifications such as MIL-W-6370C, MIL-DTL-25136, and MIL-DTL-12995, among others.

Specifications:

Construction: The wires are constructed with finely stranded conductors for durability in applications requiring repeated flexing, such as instrument test leads. The dielectric is a free-stripping rubber compound conforming to MIL-DTL-13169B.
Materials: Conductors are typically made from stranded silver-plated or nickel-coated copper. Insulation materials include silicone rubber, PTFE, and FEP, providing resistance to high temperatures, moisture, and abrasion.
Temperature and Voltage Ratings: The wires are designed to operate at temperatures ranging from -55°C to 260°C and voltages up to 600 V.

Applications:

These wires are suitable for high-temperature environments where flexibility, abrasion resistance, and resistance to fluids, oils, and solvents are required.
Specific uses include antenna wires, test lead wires, and applications requiring fire resistance and thermal stability.

Key Data from Tables:

AWG Sizes and Stranding: The document lists various AWG sizes with specific stranding configurations, indicating the flexibility and strength of the wires.
Weight and Resistance: Detailed weight measurements (in lbs/1000 ft and kgs/km) and maximum resistance values at 20°C are provided for each wire type.
Diameter and Jacket Thickness: Nominal and maximum diameters, along with jacket thickness, are specified to ensure compatibility with different applications.

Notes and Exceptions:

Standard Wire & Cable Co. notes an exception to the print durability portion of the MIL-W-6370 specification.
Various military specifications are referenced, such as MIL-DTL-27500, with specific classes and configurations detailed in the document.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications for various types of military-grade wires, specifically those conforming to MIL-DTL-27500 and MIL-DTL-22759 standards. These wires are designed for high-temperature resistance, high breaking strength, reliability, and flexibility, making them suitable for environments where smoke emission, overload stability, and flammability are concerns.

Specifications:

Conductor Material: Options include stranded silver-plated, nickel-plated, and tinned copper alloys.
Voltage Ratings: 600 V and 1000 V options are available.
Temperature Range: -55°C to 200°C or -55°C to 260°C, depending on the wire type.
Insulation: PTFE and cross-linked modified ETFE are used for insulation, with temperature ratings of 150°C and 200°C.

Wire Types and Part Numbers: The document lists various wire types under the MIL-DTL-22759 series, each with specific American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes, stranding configurations, and performance characteristics such as maximum resistance, diameter, and minimum breaking strength. Part numbers include placeholders for color codes, which are specified according to MIL-STD-681D.

Applications: These wires are suitable for use in military and aerospace applications where high performance under extreme conditions is required.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications for various military-grade wires and cables, specifically those conforming to MIL-DTL-81381 and MIL-DTL-27500 standards. It includes information on conductor materials, insulation types, voltage ratings, and part number designations.

Specifications:

Conductor: Options include stranded silver-coated copper, nickel-coated copper, and high-strength copper alloys.
Insulation: Polyimide/FEP laminated tapes with a modified aromatic polyimide resin coating, suitable for temperatures ranging from -65°C to 200°C.
Voltage Rating: All wires are rated for 600 volts.

Wire Characteristics:

Each wire type is identified by a military part number, AWG size, and stranding configuration.
Specifications include maximum resistance at 20°C, diameter range, and weight per unit length.

Color Coding:

Part numbers include placeholders for color codes, which follow MIL-STD-681D standards.
Special designations are used for certain colors, such as opaque dark yellow and unpigmented coatings.

MIL-DTL-27500 Cable Designation:

Cables are designated by a combination of digits and letters indicating construction details.
Classification includes unjacketed, jacketed, shielded, and shielded/jacketed types.
Identification methods vary based on shield coverage requirements, with specific codes for conductor size, basic wire specification, number of conductors, shield style, and jacket material.

Contact Information:

Standard Wire & Cable Co. has locations in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, with contact details provided for both.

Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and guidelines for various wire and cable materials, focusing on their applications, temperature limits, and material compositions. It includes tables for wire specifications, shield materials, jacket materials, and color codes for insulation.

Specifications: The document lists numerous military specifications (MIL-DTL) for different wire types, indicating their suitability for various applications. It highlights that certain materials are inactive for new designs or not suitable for specific uses, such as aerospace applications.

Shield and Jacket Materials: Tables I A and I B detail the materials used for shielding and jacketing wires, including their temperature limits. Materials like nickel-coated copper alloy and nickel-chromium alloy are specified, with temperature limits ranging from 90°C to 260°C.

Color Coding: Tables III A and III B provide color codes for wire insulation, aiding in the identification of wire sizes and circuit identification. The document specifies color combinations for wires in cables, ensuring clarity in complex wiring systems.

Coaxial Cable Theory and Application: The document explains the advantages of coaxial cables over conventional wire pairs, such as reduced interference, broader bandwidth, and lower attenuation. Coaxial cables are highlighted for their use in telecommunications, television, and various electronic applications due to their ability to carry multiple signals simultaneously.

Applications: Coaxial cables are used extensively in industries like telecommunications, broadcasting, and military applications. They are preferred for their ability to transmit high-frequency signals with minimal interference and attenuation.

Introduction to Coaxial Cables
Coaxial cables are used extensively in applications where minimizing signal loss and interference is crucial. They are commonly used in telecommunications, instrumentation systems, and high-temperature environments such as aircraft and missile manufacturing.

Identification and Specifications
Coaxial cables made to U.S. Government specifications are marked with the RG legend, indicating Radio Frequency (R), Government (G), and a unique number for approval. Modifications are indicated by letters A, B, or C. Non-RG cables are designed for specific applications and are identified by manufacturers.

Key Parameters

Attenuation: Expressed in decibels (dB) per 100 feet at a specific frequency, indicating power or signal loss.
Frequency: Measured in hertz (Hz), kilohertz (kHz), or megahertz (MHz), indicating the number of cycles per second.
Impedance: The ratio of voltage to current, expressed in ohms, with common classes being 50, 75, and 95 ohms.
Capacitance: The ability to store electricity, expressed in picofarads (pF), influencing impedance.
Velocity of Propagation: The speed of electric current flow relative to the speed of light, expressed as a percentage.

Material Considerations
Selection of materials for coaxial cables involves considering operating temperature, flexibility, resistance to environmental factors, and tensile strength. Tables provide detailed specifications for inner and outer conductors, primary dielectrics, and protective coverings.

Design and Performance
The design of coaxial cables involves calculating characteristic impedance and attenuation. Factors such as ambient temperature, conductor temperature, and VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) affect performance. Proper matching of impedance and minimizing VSWR are crucial for optimal energy transfer.

Advanced Types and Applications
Newer coaxial cables with foamed or cellular dielectrics offer improved attenuation but require careful manufacturing control. These cables are used in various RF transmission lines, following characteristics similar to RG cables.

Conclusion
Coaxial cables are essential components in modern communication and instrumentation systems. Understanding their specifications, materials, and performance factors is critical for selecting the right cable for specific applications.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications for various cable types, including their materials, dimensions, and usage recommendations. It includes information on cable impedance, dielectric materials, inner conductor sizes, and jacket types.

Specifications:

Impedance: Most cables have a nominal impedance of 50 ohms, with some variations such as 75 ohms and 95 ohms.
Dielectric Materials: Common materials include PTFE, PE, and PVC-IIA, each offering different electrical properties.
Inner Conductor: Sizes and types vary, with configurations like TC (tinned copper), SC (silver-coated), and BC (bare copper).
Jacket and Shielding: Options include neoprene, FEP-IX, and XL polyolefin, with some cables featuring additional armor for protection.

Procedures and Recommendations:

Certain cables are marked as inactive for new designs, indicating they should not be used for future projects.
Some cables are specified for use below certain frequency thresholds, such as 400 MHz or 3,000 MHz, to ensure optimal performance.
Non-halogen, low-smoke options are available for environments where safety and reduced emissions are critical.

Norms and Standards:

Cables are categorized by M17 numbers, which correspond to specific military or industry standards.
Some entries are marked as canceled or superseded, directing users to updated specifications or replacements.

Overview: This document provides technical specifications and applications for joint and cable repair products used in power and telecom markets. These products are suitable for aerial, underground, and direct burial applications.

Product Specifications:

Heavy Wall Tubing: Available in various sizes (e.g., HHW-5 to HHW-20) with different expanded and recovered diameters and wall thicknesses. Designed for mechanical protection and environmental sealing.
Medium Wall Tubing: XMTU series offers heat shrinkable, cross-linked polyolefin tubing with or without adhesive liners. Suitable for cables operating up to 125°C and 1 kV.
End Caps: Military/Industrial grade end caps available with or without sealant and valves, conforming to SAE-AS81765/1 standards.
Transition Boots: Provide strain relief and mechanical protection for connectors, available in various configurations and sizes.

Key Features:

Shrink Ratio: 3:1 for heavy wall tubing.
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 135°C for heavy wall tubing.
Color: Black for all products.
Environmental Seal: Adhesive liners melt and flow to provide a seal against moisture and contaminants.

Applications:

Joint and cable repair in power and telecom markets.
Mechanical support and moisture barrier for underground burials.
Used by cable manufacturers and installers for telephone, power, and jelly-filled cables.

Contact Information: Standard Wire & Cable Co. has locations in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, with contact details provided for sales inquiries.

Specifications:
The document provides detailed specifications for various cable breakout boots and shrink tubes. It includes measurements in both inches and millimeters for expanded and recovered diameters, minimum wall thickness, and recovered lengths. The materials used are semi-rigid, flame-retardant polyolefin, and the products meet or exceed specific military specifications such as MIL-DTL-23053/1 and MIL-DTL-23053/4.

Procedures and Uses:
The document outlines the uses of heat shrinkable boots and tapes, which include cable splices, breakouts, transitions, and applications requiring water tightness. These products offer insulation, corrosion, weather resistance, and mechanical protection. The XTPA 080 tape is highlighted for its flexibility and environmental sealing properties.

Standards and Certifications:
The products are certified to various military standards, ensuring they meet rigorous requirements for use in military and industrial applications. The document specifies the shrink ratios, operating temperatures, and other critical parameters.

Recommendations:
Recommendations include using these products for heavy-duty harnessing, ground support, and repair and maintenance of trailing cables. The document also suggests their use in environments exposed to various fuels and oils.

Key Data from Tables:
The tables provide detailed dimensions for each product, including minimum expansion and maximum recovered sizes, as well as nominal wall thicknesses. These are crucial for selecting the appropriate product for specific applications.

Contact Information:
The document provides contact details for Standard Wire & Cable Co. in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, including phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and applications for various types of shrink tubing certified to different military specifications. It includes technical data, conversion tables, and contact information for Standard Wire & Cable Co.

Shrink Tubing Specifications:

MIL-DTL-23053/5: Black color, 4:1 shrink ratio, shrink temperature of 125°C, operating temperatures from -55°C to 135°C. Used for cable jacket repair and strain relief.
MIL-DTL-23053/6: Available in black and clear, 2:1 shrink ratio, shrink temperature of 135°C, operating temperatures from -55°C to 135°C. Used for strain relief and wire splice protection.
MIL-DTL-23053/8 (KYNAR®): Clear color, 2:1 shrink ratio, operating temperatures from -55°C to 175°C. Used in aerospace harnesses and high-temperature environments.
MIL-DTL-23053/13 (VITON®): Black color, 2:1 shrink ratio, high operating temperature of 200°C. Provides mechanical protection and insulation.
MIL-DTL-23053/16: Black color, 2:1 shrink ratio, shrink temperature of 135°C, operating temperatures from -70°C to 150°C. Used in military ground vehicle harnesses.

Technical Data & Conversion Tables:

Includes formulas for calculating wall thickness at various recovery percentages.
Temperature conversion formulas between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Mathematical formulas for geometric calculations.
Conversion tables for area, length, weight, and volume.

Contact Information: Standard Wire & Cable Co. has locations in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, with contact details provided for both locations.

Shrink Tube Usage Requirement Table: The document provides a detailed table listing the length requirements and yield for shrink tubes per 1000 pieces. Measurements are given in inches, millimeters, feet, and meters, with corresponding yield numbers indicating the number of pieces per 1000.

Fiber Optic Cable Advantages: Fiber optics offer superior transmission capacity, carrying significantly more data than traditional copper or coaxial cables. They have low error rates and are resistant to electromagnetic interference, making them ideal for secure data transmission.

Fiber Optic System Components: A fiber optic system includes a transmitter, transmission medium, and receiver. The transmitter uses a semiconductor laser or LED to convert electronic signals into light, which is then transmitted through the fiber. At the receiving end, a photo detector converts the light back into an electrical signal.

Types of Optical Fibers: The document describes three types of optical fibers: multi-mode step-index, single-mode, and multi-mode graded-index. Each type has unique characteristics affecting bandwidth and light transmission efficiency.

Durability and Stress Factors: Optical fibers are durable, with lifespans of 20 to 40 years under normal conditions. However, stress from tension or bending can lead to fatigue and failure, affecting the fiber's mechanical and optical properties.

Fundamental Principle: The document discusses the sensitivity of fiber optics to micro bending, which can increase signal loss. The core-cladding diameter ratio, the difference between core and cladding, and the primary coating are critical factors affecting this sensitivity. To minimize added loss, the cable structure must isolate the fiber from environmental and installation stresses and maintain a minimum bend radius.

Fiber Types and Cable Construction: Fiber optic cables are categorized into tight and loose buffer designs. Tight buffer designs involve protective plastic layers over the fiber, suitable for small fiber counts and robust designs but sensitive to low temperatures. Loose buffer designs, including slotted core and filled loose tube, allow fiber movement and are preferred for environmentally stable transmission under mechanical stress.

Transmission Characteristics: Key properties affecting fiber optic performance are bandwidth and attenuation. Bandwidth is measured in megahertz per kilometer, and attenuation in decibels per kilometer. The document provides typical optical characteristics for various fiber types and constructions, including operating wavelengths, minimum bandwidth, and maximum attenuation.

Mechanical, Environmental, and Flame Characteristics: The document outlines standards for crush resistance, impact resistance, flexure, and temperature ranges for different cable types, including simplex, duplex, riser, and plenum cables. It specifies UL ratings for flame resistance and typical uses for each cable type, such as patch cables, office wiring, and computer room wiring.

Product Features and Specifications: The document includes detailed specifications for various cable types, including fiber count, weight, minimum bend radius, and maximum load. It highlights features like flame retardancy, color coding for easy termination, and compliance with UL standards.

Specifications Overview:

This document provides detailed specifications for various wire and cable types, primarily focusing on the MIL-DTL-22759 and MIL-DTL-81044 series. These specifications include operating temperature ranges, operating voltage, American Wire Gauge (AWG) size ranges, conductor materials, primary and secondary insulation types, jacket materials, and minimum dielectric strength in kilovolts (KV).

Key Sections:

Operating Temperature and Voltage: The cables are designed to operate within a temperature range of -65°C to +260°C and support an operating voltage of 600 to 1000 volts.
AWG Size Range: The document lists cables with AWG sizes ranging from 30 to 4/0, indicating the thickness of the wire.
Conductor Material: The cables use various conductor materials such as Silver-Plated Copper (SPC), Nickel-Plated Copper (NPC), and Tin-Coated (TC) copper.
Insulation and Jacket Materials: Primary insulation materials include TFE, FEP, ETFE, and XLPA, while secondary insulation and jacket materials vary, including options like polyimide and polyarylene.
Dielectric Strength: The minimum dielectric strength for these cables ranges from 2.0 KV to 3.0 KV, depending on the specific type and application.

Additional Information:

Contact Information: The document provides contact details for Standard Wire & Cable Co. locations in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, including phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses.
Footnotes: There is a note indicating that the increase in outside diameters is dependent on the jacketing material used.

Conclusion: This document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting the appropriate wire and cable types based on specific operational requirements, including temperature, voltage, and material considerations.

Contact Information:
Standard Wire & Cable Co. has two locations: Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ. Contact details include phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses for sales inquiries.

Specifications:
The document outlines specifications for various MIL-DTL-81381 cable types, detailing operating temperatures (-65°C to +200°C), operating voltage (600V), AWG size range, conductor material, primary and secondary insulation, jacket material, and dielectric strength (minimum 2.5 KV).

AWG Maximum Outside Diameters:
Tables provide maximum outside diameters for different AWG sizes, noting that diameters depend on the jacketing material used.

Cable Design Formulas:
Formulas are provided for calculating the weight of conductors, insulation, jackets, and tapes. The document includes factors for stranded conductors and provides a method to calculate the overall diameter of finished cables.

Material Properties:
Specific gravity and maximum operating temperatures for various materials like TFE, FEP, PVC, and others are listed, providing guidance on material selection based on environmental conditions.

Glossary of Wire & Cable Terminology:
A comprehensive glossary defines terms related to wire and cable, such as abrasion resistance, alternating current, ampacity, and more, providing clarity on technical jargon used in the industry.

Technical Document Summary

1. Specifications and Definitions
This section provides definitions and specifications for various terms related to wires and cables. Key terms include:

Antenna Wire: High tensile strength wire used in radio and electronic equipment.
Antioxidant: A substance that prevents oxidation.
Aramid: A strong, heat-resistant material used in fiber optics.
Armature Wire: Used in motors and generators, characterized by its stranded annealed copper wire.
Armor: Metal braid or spiral steel tapes for mechanical protection.

2. Standards and Abbreviations
This section lists various standards and abbreviations used in the industry, such as:

ASA: American Standards Association, now ANSI.
ASTM: American Society for Testing Materials.
AWG: American Wire Gauge, a system for describing copper wire size.

3. Technical Concepts
Explains technical concepts such as:

Attenuation: Loss of power or signal in a circuit, measured in decibels.
Audio Frequency: Frequencies audible to the human ear, approximately 20 to 20,000 Hz.
Bandwidth: Frequency range of transmitted signals, indicating information carrying capacity.

4. Wire and Cable Types
Describes various types of wires and cables, including:

Auto Primary Wire: Used in automotive products, resistant to oil, acid, and weather.
Battery Cable: Used for carrying current from batteries, may be insulated or uninsulated.
Building Wire: Used in construction, typically for light and power applications.

5. Materials and Construction
Details materials and construction methods, such as:

Braid: Interwoven filaments forming a covering over wires.
Bunch Stranding: Conductor with wires twisted in the same direction.
Butyl: Synthetic rubber used as a replacement for natural rubber.

6. Electrical Properties
Discusses electrical properties like:

Capacitance: Property allowing storage of electricity, measured in farads.
Breakdown Voltage: Voltage at which insulation fails.
Bias: Voltage applied to establish a reference level for operation.

7. Contact Information
Provides contact details for Standard Wire & Cable Co. in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, including phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses.

Overview: This document is a glossary of terms related to electrical engineering, specifically focusing on wire and cable technology. It provides definitions and explanations of various technical terms and abbreviations used in the industry.

Key Sections:

Conductor Specifications: Discusses the cross-sectional area of conductors, current carrying capacity (ampacity), and the concept of direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC).
Signal Interference: Explains cross talk, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and electromagnetic pulse (EMP), highlighting the importance of shielding and grounding in cable design.
Material Properties: Covers various materials used in cable manufacturing, such as chlorosulfonated polyethylene (CSPE), ethylene propylene (EP), and fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP). It also discusses dielectric properties, including dielectric strength and loss.
Standards and Abbreviations: Lists abbreviations for organizations and standards like CSA (Canadian Standards Association), EIA (Electronics Industries Association), and UL (Underwriters Laboratories).
Manufacturing Processes: Describes processes like continuous vulcanization (CV), extrusion, and drawing, which are crucial in cable production.
Environmental Considerations: Discusses the importance of moisture resistance, flame resistance, and the use of fillers to prevent moisture migration in cables.
Technical Parameters: Defines technical parameters such as decibel (dB) loss, fault current, and flashover voltage, which are critical for assessing cable performance.

Conclusion: This glossary serves as a comprehensive reference for professionals in the electrical engineering field, providing clear definitions and explanations of key terms and concepts related to wire and cable technology.

Specifications:
The document outlines various types of wires and cables, specifying their materials, construction, and applications. For instance, fixture wires like SF and SFF are silicone rubber insulated, while SH-A to SH-D are portable power cables with Neoprene® jackets. The document also describes the use of different materials for shielding and insulation, such as copper, aluminum, and silicone.

Procedures:
Several testing procedures are mentioned, including the Spark Test for insulation defects and the Sweep Test for frequency response in coaxial cables. The Tank Test is used for dielectric testing by submerging the sample in water.

Standards and Norms:
The document references UL designations for various wire types, such as SJ, SJO, and SJT, indicating compliance with specific safety and performance standards. It also mentions MIL-C-17 for Dacron braid over silicon rubber.

Recommendations:
Recommendations include using specific materials for certain applications, such as silicone for heat resistance and Neoprene® for flexible cords. The document suggests using shielded conductors to prevent interference and specifies the use of stranded conductors for flexibility.

Key Data from Tables/Graphs:
While the document does not contain explicit tables or graphs, it provides detailed descriptions of wire types, their voltage ratings, and material compositions, which serve as critical data points for selecting appropriate cables for specific applications.

Critical Information:
Important parameters include voltage ratings (e.g., 300V for SJ cords), material properties (e.g., silicone's heat resistance), and construction details (e.g., stranded vs. solid conductors). The document emphasizes the importance of shielding for preventing interference and the use of specific materials for insulation to ensure safety and performance.

Wire Specifications and Terminology

AWG (American Wire Gauge): A standardized wire gauge system used in the United States, where gauge sizes are 20.6% apart based on cross-sectional area.
Wollaston Wire: Extremely fine platinum wire used in electroscope wires, micro fuses, and hot-wire instruments. It is produced by coating platinum wire with silver, drawing them together, and then dissolving the silver.
Woven Cables: A method of producing flat or ribbon type cables by weaving threads to hold conductors together.

Material Abbreviations and Definitions

X: Symbol for reactance.
XHHW: Cross-linked polyethylene insulated, rated at 90°C in dry locations and 75°C in wet locations.
XLPE: Cross-linked polyethylene, also abbreviated as XLP.
Y: Symbol for admittance.
Z: Symbol for impedance.

Conversion Tables

Temperature Conversion: Provides a table for converting temperatures between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Decimal Equivalents: A table showing the decimal and metric equivalents for fractions of an inch.

Wire Data - Solid Bare Copper

Includes detailed specifications for solid bare copper wires, such as diameter, cross-sectional area, weight, and resistance per 1000 feet or meters.

Contact Information

Standard Wire & Cable Co.: Provides contact details for locations in Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Phoenix, AZ, including phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses.

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Standard Wire & Cable Co. Standard Wire & Cable Co. Technical Handbook and Catalog The next 9 pages contain the table of contents for our catalog. You can directly access any page in the catalog by "clicking" with your mouse on any of the items listed in the table of contents. We also offer a CD ROM version. Using the CD ROM version is much faster than accessing our catalog from the web. To obtain a CD ROM version contact a salesman or request one form the web site link on the home page. This Technical Handbook and Catalog supersedes all previous Standard Wire & Cable Co. publications and is...

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Answers to your wire and cable requirements are as close as the telephone. Our large inventories ensure that we will have the right stock when you need it, just in time for your production or installation schedule. We carry a full line of mil spec wire and cable, commercial wire and cable, coaxial cables, heat shrinkable products, and fiber optic products. We can supply you with the right sizes, types, and quantities of product you need to keep you on schedule and your management happy. We have been doing this for companies since 1947. If you need a non-stock item, don't worry. We will make it...

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Standard Wire & Cable Co. Commercial Products 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

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Mil Spec Products Instrumentation Control Cable Rancho Dominguez 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 (310) 609-1811 • (800) 326-0006 • FAX: (310) 609-1862 E-Mail: [email protected] Phoenix 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 (602) 269-2501 • (800) 325-6478 • FAX: (602) 278-7134 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Page: www.standard-wire.com

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2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

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Rancho Dominguez 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 (310) 609-1811 • (800) 326-0006 • FAX: (310) 609-1862 E-Mail: [email protected] Phoenix 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 (602) 269-2501 • (800) 325-6478 • FAX: (602) 278-7134 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Page: www.standard-wire.com

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Rancho Dominguez Phoenix 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

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Heat Shrinkable Products Rancho Dominguez 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 (310) 609-1811 • (800) 326-0006 • FAX: (310) 609-1862 E-Mail: [email protected] Phoenix 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 (602) 269-2501 • (800) 325-6478 • FAX: (602) 278-7134 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Page: www.standard-wire.com

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Fiber Optic Products 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

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2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 E-Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

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CAPABILITIES Standard Wire & Cable Co. has inventory in multiple locations with over 57,000 square feet of warehouse space that includes combinations using the insulation material and conductor types shown below. Our quality assurance system has received independent certification of compliance to the ISO 9001:2008 and AS9120 /2009 standards. Alcryn Cellular Polyethylene CLPE Copolene EPDM (Ethylene Propylenediene Monomer Rubber) EPOM EPR (Ethylene Propylene) ETFE (Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene) FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) FHPE (high density Polyethylene) FRPE (fire retardant Polyethylene) Glass...

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Alarm and Security Cables Burglar Alarm CONDUCTOR: Solid bare copper. COLOR: White*. CONSTRUCTION: Parallel conductors. UL: CM / CL2 / CL3 (R). JACKET: PVC. USES: For use as burglar alarm wire and as telephone station wire. Good for surface installation in factories, commercial buildings, and homes in compliance with the National Electric Code, NEC article 725 type CL3 or NEC article 800 type CM, as applicable. * Custom jacket colors available. ** Consult Standard Wire & Cable Co.'s sales department for conductor counts not listed. Rancho Dominguez 2050 E. Vista Bella...

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Audio and Security Cables r_ Unshielded Multi-Conductor (bare ™ copper) CONDUCTOR: INSULATION: CONSTRUCTION: JACKET: Stranded bare copper. PVC. Unshielded, cabled. PVC. COLOR: Gray, white*. USES: Public address systems, burglar alarm systems, unbalanced intercom systems, intercon necting cables, remote control circuits, instrumentation, and low voltage relay control systems in compliance with the National Electric Code, NEC article 725 type CL3 or NEC article 800 type CM, as applicable. Consult Standard Wire & Cable Co.'s sales department for conductor counts not listed. Audio and Security...

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Consult Standard Wire & Cable Co.'s sales department for conductor counts not listed. Rancho Dominguez 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 (310) 609-1811 • (800) 326-0006 • FAX: (310) 609-1862 E-Mail: [email protected] Phoenix 3120 West Thomas Road, Bldg. #801, Phoenix, AZ 85017 (602) 269-2501 • (800) 325-6478 • FAX: (602) 278-7134 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Page: www.standard-wire.com

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Audio and Data Cable Shielded Pairs CONDUCTOR: Stranded tinned copper. COLOR: Gray. CONSTRUCTION: Conductors paired and pairs individually shielded with an aluminum polyester foil shield and with a stranded tinned copper drain wire. USES: Used for audio, data, and instrumentation in compliance with the National Electric Code, NEC article 725 type CL3 or NEC article 800 type CM, as applicable. Completely color coded cable providing positive pair and conductor identification. Rancho Dominguez Phoenix 2050 E. Vista Bella Way, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 3120 West Thomas Road,...

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