by Daniel Wood | Apr 4, 2023
A patch cable, patch cord or patch lead is an electrical or optical cable used to connect (“patch in”) one electronic or optical device to another for signal routing. Devices of different types (e.g., a switch connected to a computer, or a switch to a...
by Daniel Wood | Apr 4, 2023
In a vehicle’s ignition process, ignition leads are utilised to distribute the high voltage from the ignition coils to the spark plugs. Also known as high tension leads, these leads connect each spark plug to the distributor or ignition coil, transmitting the...
by Daniel Wood | Apr 4, 2023
Moulded cables are created through a specialised process that allows for maximum protection of important parts. The connectors are attached to the cable and are subsequently placed into a mould. Next, the mould is closed and the plastic is injected into the cavity...
by Daniel Wood | Apr 4, 2023
Cable assemblies are similar to wiring harnesses but incorporate both individual wires and multicore cables within their design. The primary difference between a cable assembly and a wiring harness is that in a cable assembly, the wiring system is placed within an...
by Daniel Wood | Apr 4, 2023
Wire harnesses are used to keep many wires organised in a predetermined layout. Simple harnesses consist of several wires of the required length, bound together to save space and prevent damage during use. A more complex harness may have wires going in multiple...
