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How is the right strain relief for cables to be selected?

Marco Thull | 8. July 2019

The right strain relief is selected on the basis of the thickness, the place and the functionality of the application. When the position of the cable is set, it must be ensured that the cable is laid in the neutral fibre in the chain. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What is a strain relief?

Beke Nieszytka | 8. July 2019

A strain relief is a mechanical device to protect flexible electrical cables. By the use of a strain relief the connection between a flexible cable and the end piece are protected against mechanical stress. For this purpose, suitable cables are selected for the application and fastened with clamping elements. The following strain relief solutions are […]

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Why should cables be strain relieved?

Beke Nieszytka | 8. July 2019

Cables that are in motion are compressed and stretched. This is called relative motion. This relative motion must be braced to prevent the cables and inserted connectors, contacts and associated peripherals from being under constant stress. If a tensile force passes through the cable, e.g. directly on a contact, the connections could be damaged. The […]

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