Thursday 29 January 2015

Why hook up wires are considered the best for electronics?

All electronic applications require various components for functioning. Hook up wire is one of the most essential components in electronics. It is used to make internal electrical connections between two electronic sources. These cables are considered best for electrical application not only due to their higher durability but also due to self-safety and security.

Benefits of these wires are –

Voltage
– It consumes low voltage, which saves lots of electricity. It can work smoothly in both high and low power supply, without damaging appliances or your property.

Multipurpose – It is available in many varieties and styles, which makes it multipurpose. Most popular and used is the stranded bare copper cable and stranded tin plated wires. It is safe and easily soldered. It can be used in almost every type of electronic equipment like electric meters, computers, ovens, refrigerators, washing machines, television and many more.

Conductivity – These wires provides high thermal conductivity in electronics. It is made up of different materials and gauge numbers, which is very helpful in building a smooth electrical connection in appliances.

Resistance – These cables can easily resist various types of harmful solvents, chemicals, water, heat and oil etc. Its high resistance superiority makes it ideal for various industries.

Insulation – Insulation for hook up is available in various materials like PVC, Neoprene, PTFE and EDPM etc. These types offer different level of qualities, which is a plus point for buyers. They can choose one option according to their industrial needs.

Insulation types for these cables are -

Teflon or PTFE - These wires are offer very high resistance. They can be used in various non-favorable environments. Due to its flexibility, it can be used in both hot and cold weather conditions.

PVC - These types of cables are usually used in house hold appliances. It offers protection for gadgets from environmental changes and from oil or other harmful solvents.

Mil Spec
– This type is used for military purposes. It is specially designed to cope with tough military conditions since army have to work in all climatic conditions.  Mil spec cables offers high resistance and best quality for their equipment. These wires are water and heat proof, and resist any type of chemical solvent.

From the above-mentioned details, it is clear that hook up cable is the best for any electronic appliances. It is cost effective and known for its high performance. It can be used for any indoor or outdoor electronics and for army purposes. Another good thing about it, is the long durability and flexibility.

Wednesday 21 January 2015

What types of electronic connectors do most of the industries use?

Connectors are used to build connection between two components present in a device. They are used for making circuits in electro mechanical devices.

Several types of electro mechanical components are used in electronic devices. The most commonly used connectors in devices are hybrid, UHF, banana, BNC, 8P8C, USB, spade lug connectors, radio frequency, and F-Type. These electro-mechanical components are used for properties like reliability, insulation, resistance to water, contact, vibration, pressure and ability to easily connect or disconnect etc.

Each of the above stated connector is differentiated in various categories, which are listed below-

Insulation displacement- These are widely used in telephone, computer and networking industry where there is need to remove insulation.

Terminal blocks-With the help of terminal blocks two wires can be connected without attaching each other. It is most commonly used connectors where wires are required to join without any physical contact.

Crimp on-These connectors are used in conditions where quick connections are required. Crimp on connectors are widely used, where solder less attachment and high radio frequencies are required.

Ring and spade- These are of two types, insulated and non-insulated. Different sizes of these terminals are available in the market and can be purchased from manufacturers that fulfill needs of several industries. These are used to attach applications with a screw or bolt.

Plug and socket- These are combination of male plug and female receptacle with one or more pins, which are used to attach wire. To build the connection, pins of the plug are attached with sockets. Plug and sockets are mainly used in telephone, computer, and consumer appliances.

Component and device- Devices and components are used to connect or disconnect terminals, electronic applications.

Binding post-These are used to attach bare wires which are commonly found in audio devices such as loudspeakers and amplifiers. The connector is attached with wires on a metal rod by two caps. Caps are of black and red color that indicates earth and negative terminals.

Blade-These are used in different types of electronic components to attach a single wire with receptacle.

From the above aspects, you must have understood about different categories of connectors. Based on their specifics needs each industry uses different types of electronic connectors to build connection.

Buying any type of connector requires finding a reliable manufacturer because only then you can expect to receive authentic products.

Sunday 4 January 2015

What are the different types of electronic terminals?

Terminal is the place in electronics, where electrical circuit is completed with external device or circuit. At this place, conductor of electronic ends and external device creates electrical connection through this provided point. Usually, conductor ends with a wire or a connector. Through wire or connectors, one can easily complete temporary or permanent electrical circuit. Terminals are available in every portable or non-portable device.

However, there are several types of electronic terminals such as –

RingRing terminal is the connector that has a shape of ring. It is attached to device by screwing a bolt through it. It ensures the secured wire connection in electronics. It is available in several types such as insulated, non-insulated, heat shrink, crimp less and star ring. Usually, copper is used in it for the maximum electrical conductivity. Insulation with vinyl ensures good dielectric strength. It also has the ability to withstand the pressure of crimping and voltage up to 300. It has several benefits such as good performance, durability, and ease to connect. It can be used in variety of applications including military, aerospace and ship-board applications.

Screw – Screw is another type of electronic terminals. It is a connector in which wires are seized inside it by screwing a bolt above them. Most of the time, insulation of wires is stripped and conductor, usually copper, is directly attached to a metal plate. It is used in multiple applications including switches, speakers, record player or home appliances like oven and dryer. It is available in many types such as multiple and paired. It is a cheaper option compare to other connectors. It provides a secure connection and is easy to connect. However, electrical connection may suffer or lost over time due to rusting, intrusion or vibration etc.

Clips – Clips is one more type of electronic terminals. It is also known as crocodile connector. It is usually used to create a temporary connection. It grips a device with its clip and creates electrical circuit. One side of this connector is permanently connected with a wire, which can be connected to other application. It is usually insulated to prevent shock. It is available in different sizes to complete the requirements of different industries. These clips are used in many electronics in various fields such as education, motors, films, laboratories and dentistry etc.

There are several other types of terminals such as hooks, tab, wire nut and solder lugs etc. Different types of connectors are used in variety of applications. Still, their main job is to complete electrical circuit.