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Up to what length do USB cables function?

Marco Thull | 8. July 2019

The maximum possible length of USB cables varies considerably and is defined in the bus specification for USB. The maximum lengths are different and depend on whether USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 is concerned. For USB 2.0, the maximum cable length is approximately 5m, for USB3.0 approximately 3m. But the cable length can vary from […]

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What is the maximum temperature that the conductor can cope with according to DIN? (CU, CUZN, CUNI…)

Marco Thull | 8. July 2019

In principle, the temperatures occurring under load within a conductor differ according to what material is used. Pure copper has the best conductivity. However, the insulation used and the surface temperature affecting the insulation are also decisive for the maximum permissible temperature of a conductor. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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Why does the printing on TPE cables rub off quickly?

Marco Thull | 8. July 2019

The cable is not printed on thermally; the printing method used is similar to an ink-jet printer. As TPE material has the important property of low adhesion, the ink on it does not stay on as long as on a PVC jacket, for example. Vote Up +4 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What colour coding does an INI cable have?

Marco Thull | 8. July 2019

3-core INI cables each have a brown, blue and black core. In the case of 4-core cables, there is also a white core. 5-core INI cables also have a green and yellow core for equipotential bonding. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What are TC-ER certified cables?

Marco Thull | 8. July 2019

It stands for “Tray Cable-Exposed Run”, which is special certification for the laying of cables on cable trays in North America. Special requirements regarding material and structural design are applicable. Vote Up +3 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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