Latest Connectors, Wire & Cable Technical Articles

This article discusses some of the encoder types, signal types, and wiring needed for synchronous serial interface (SSI) protocol.

This article discusses some of the encoder types, signal types, and wiring needed for synchronous serial interface (SSI) protocol.

Start learning about robotic arm solution, kinematic chain and motion planning, in this first technical installment.

Start learning about robotic arm solution, kinematic chain and motion planning, in this first technical installment.

Learn about the importance of wiring in 3-phase systems and how to complete this wiring in various industrial scenarios…

Learn about the importance of wiring in 3-phase systems and how to complete this wiring in various industrial scenarios and control cabinets.

This article dives into the characteristics and uses of CAN bus, a control system standard that appears in various…

This article dives into the characteristics and uses of CAN bus, a control system standard that appears in various industries with specific applications.

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and…

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and system configuration (wye or delta). Learn the details and wiring options of these versatile motors.

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important…

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important roles to play. Learn the difference between three- and six-wire three-phase motors for low and high voltage applications.

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and…

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and applications best suited for each type.

To increase the flexibility of a motor control system, a variable frequency drive (VFD) is a common device that solves…

To increase the flexibility of a motor control system, a variable frequency drive (VFD) is a common device that solves many motor control problems. In this article, learn how to control manual input of VFDs.

An overview of the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex variable frequency drive with Ethernet I/P protocol.

An overview of the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex variable frequency drive with Ethernet I/P protocol.

This article looks at some common windings and wirings for three-phase motors, including internal Wye windings and low…

This article looks at some common windings and wirings for three-phase motors, including internal Wye windings and low and high voltage wirings.

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.

This article looks at the safety systems included in boilers to alert malfunctions and prevent damage when issues arise.…

This article looks at the safety systems included in boilers to alert malfunctions and prevent damage when issues arise. Learn about the safety systems and the ISO standard used to keep boilers running smoothly.

The following will examine how to reduce the wear on motors during startup and compare soft starters and variable…

The following will examine how to reduce the wear on motors during startup and compare soft starters and variable frequency drives (VFDs). 

This article discusses how to use sensors with open collector outputs and learning some of the module connections involved.

This article discusses how to use sensors with open collector outputs and learning some of the module connections involved.

A typical control system uses PNP sensors and tends to be easier to visualize. For opposite polarity systems, the NPN…

A typical control system uses PNP sensors and tends to be easier to visualize. For opposite polarity systems, the NPN sensor is the only compatible sensor type. Learn more about NPN sensors, including characteristics and uses.

Electrical noise is a common problem inside industrial facilities. The following will explain a few simple strategies for…

Electrical noise is a common problem inside industrial facilities. The following will explain a few simple strategies for reducing this noise.

Two of the most common protocols are Modbus and Profinet. They are similar in many ways, but there are some crucial differences.

Two of the most common protocols are Modbus and Profinet. They are similar in many ways, but there are some crucial differences.

Take a trip down memory lane and go through the different communication systems used throughout the years and learn about…

Take a trip down memory lane and go through the different communication systems used throughout the years and learn about the factors that led to where we are today.

Learn all about exoskeletons, a way to fuse robotics and humans in ways that can help the manufacturing process while…

Learn all about exoskeletons, a way to fuse robotics and humans in ways that can help the manufacturing process while protecting the human body from excessive strain.