Life Expectancy of your Control Cable India and what should you expect?

With the talk of life expectancy being the need of the hour, I want to start this blog with a quote from the American author and computer scientist, Ray Kurzweil:

“Life expectancy is a statistical phenomenon. You could still be hit by the proverbial bus tomorrow.”

One of the important question to ponder, when constructing new builds or considering refurbishment is:

What is the life expectancy of the control cables in use?

To be frank, there are no minimum requirements for an expected lifetime in cable standards and specifications. And the majority of high-quality cable manufacturers always deliver the probably expected lifespan. Under ideal circumstances which means considerably reduced heating and lower loadings, we can find the examples of cables that have remained in safe use for over 50 years.

The parameters influencing the life expectancy of the control cable India

• The changes in the polymers of the control cable, used as insulation, eventually degrade over time. The chief instigator of this type of degradation is excessive heat. This can be caused by excessive current loading or from the environment in which the cable is used, such as heated spaces.
• Usage also has an effect on the life expectancy of a cable. If a cable is regularly heated or loaded over a 24 hour period they are sure to degrade faster than cables that are solely used during a working week. Commercial lighting is typically used continuously, whereas office equipment is only used for around 8 hours a day.
• It is possible to estimate the reduced lifespan of cables that are overloaded or overheated. With a standard PVC installation cable, there is an estimated life expectancy of 20 years, if they are operated at their 70°C rated temperature. However, if used regularly at 80°C this would be reduced to around 7 years, and above 100°C, it would only last for a few months.

Effect of Change in accessories

In general, cable conductors usually retain their performance for an indefinite period. If the accessories are often changed, it might result in crushing damage sometimes occurs at the exposed cable ends.

When using aluminum conductors, at times, there can be examples of corrosion or rusting, depending on the environmental conditions, which in turn can affect the conductivity of steel casing.

• UV effect

With the increased use of the cables outdoors, they become prone to a rapid degradation via ultraviolet exposure. If outdoor use is going to be employed, it is important for the cable to possess the properties of being UV resistant.

To conclude

With many different environmental and operational conditions which are likely to influence the longevity of control cables in service. It is important to consider all of these points before installing control cable India. If an incorrect cable is selected then its life expectancy can be drastically cut short; this generally means that more money spent. By sourcing the correct cable for the corresponding application you will be making a cost-effective decision which is sure to save you time and inconvenience in the future.

 

 

Industrial application of Control Cable India

There are an endless number of industries that rely heavily on good quality control cable India.  The primary aim of a control cable is to help control applications, including energy, transportation sector – where PVC cables are generally used.

What are Control cables?

Control cables are used to transmit transmissions to and from devices. These are found in a huge number of different day to day processes and application, from ensuring our everyday processes work effectively, to huge automation; industrial processes and much more work effectively and efficiently.

Industries such as construction, transport, and communications are all growing at high speed, meaning each and every part that contributes to these sectors is important – applying to industrial control cables especially.

When acquiring the cables by companies within many industries, they have to ensure that they are getting cables of supreme quality, with one hundred percent accuracy.

Uses of an Industrial Control Cable India

Control cables are used in a huge number of industries and applications that are involved with electricity flow. Each one of the cables is designed for a specific purpose of interconnecting separate equipment and to control and regulate signals when used for these purposes.

There are a number of different types of the industrial control cable, with each one specific to the types of needs that are required. These cables will be able to take a lot of pressure and power, ensuring that they can cater for an applications power becoming increased.

Types of Control Cables

Three main types of control cables are CY cable, YY cable and SY cable – each of which are more suited to different types of applications, conditions, and levels of stress.

Control cables are flexible instrumentation cables designed as interconnecting cable in signal and control equipment, perfect for measuring, controlling and regulating transmissions.

• CY Cable

CY control cable works most effectively for applications that require interference-free transmissions. The multi-core flex has a tinned copper wire that is braided and Polyethylene Terephthalate separator which help protect the control cable from electromagnetic influences and a degree of mechanical stress. CY cables from LAPP, control cable India come in both low smoke halogen free and PVC versions and each installation should have the correct cable used.

• YY Cable

YY control cables are used in space-saving installations due to their small cable diameters and have increased flexibility due to short twisted conductor layers. They are very versatile and work well in situations of light mechanical stress. The situation with light mechanical stress and is suited to most environments, meaning that it can be used outdoors so long as there is protection applied to keep it safe in both dry and moist conditions.

• SY Cable

This is the toughest control cable that is suited to applications that will need mechanical protection. Galvanised steel wire braid on control cable makes it great for those with a reliable and robust control cable they can rely on.

Each control cable manufactured to an extremely high quality and can even be custom designed and built. High-quality materials are always used to ensure appropriate functionality and durability with cables able to be designed to customer specific environments and requirements.

Do check the variants provided by LAPP, Control Cable India for more details.

Flat cables by LAPP, Cable Manufacturers India

Let us go through the history of flat cables and understand how LAPP, cable manufacturers India is bringing a change using the flat cable technology.

If you open up your computer, you will find the flat cables. Also known to be the ribbon cables which is used for data communication. Flat cables have evolved to avoid becoming obsolete in the digital era.

Introduction:

As the name suggests these cables are known for the flat structure with many conducting wires running parallel to each other. These cables gained traction as soon as they were introduced in the market. Designed with the objective to replace large, inflexible round cables in a computer system in 1956. By 1960, NASA started incorporating ribbon cable in the aerospace application. The flexibility which this cable provides by taking up little room makes it ideal for use on multiple platforms.

The competition between the cable manufacturers India has led to increased quality and lower cost of installation. LAPP, cable manufacturers India has been constantly working towards standardization, which has created a positive impact in the current market.

Flat cables are chosen as the best option, when the application would require different media types such as data, power, signal, video, air and even liquids, reducing the unwieldy and large round cable designs. They are best suited for the application which involves continuous flexing, tight routing and repetitive motion, such as robots, festoon, and automated processing equipment.  This, in turn, reduces the size of the cable track needed.

Structure:

Let us focus on the flat cables classification, which is based on two factorials, one is the spacing between the conductors while the other is the number of conductors in use. You will find a huge number of options for flat cables, however, the standard “pitch” which is the spacing between the two conductors is 0.05 inches while the conductor count ranges from 4 to 80 conductors.

Ribbon cables did find its application for both interior and exterior computer connection. However, it did not continue to be used for exterior connection as it was ideal only for tight spaces. Another disadvantage being the capability of the cable to block the airflow affecting the cooling process.

Flat cables eliminate wire coupling issues because wires are protected individually and not wrapped many times, with low weight and small bend radii these wires offer greater flexibility. These wires consume 50% lesser space than the round cables, therefore, find use in high priority applications. Common applications include military, aerospace and medical systems.

The research team of LAPP, cable manufacturers India, is constantly working towards developing and redefining the cable technology. And with the huge range of applications, these cables are part of the development process.

 

 

 

 

 

INDUSTRIAL FIRE PROTECTION CABLES

There should be no argument that workplace safety is important. However, sometimes it is unintentionally overlooked. This leaves workers on the job site exposed to risks. One of the most dangerous casualties that can occur at an industrial unit is a fire outbreak. Elimination of fire hazards can be done by each worker before, during and after their tasks are being accomplished.

The subject of fire protection is also very important to investors when they erect buildings or purchase production facilities, not least due to statutory regulations. A further problem lies with fire spreading via the cable routing paths installed in industrial units. Here, careful selection of the materials utilized is important. This has led to the awareness of cables and wires used in industrial units. Nowadays there are cables that have low smoke gas development in the event of a fire, produce less (visible or invisible) toxic gases and do not conduct the flame like a fuse. Today, they are combined with the term fire protection cables. In the event of a fire, they improve the chances of survival of people and reduce the health risks associated with the inhalation of smoke.

Different kinds of industrial hazards that can cause a fire outbreak are:

Combustible Dust:

An insidious threat is a combustible/flammable dust. This unmitigated dust which can lead to violent flash fires and explosions. There have been hundreds of dust fires and explosions over the years, many causing catastrophic loss of life and property.

Oil&Gas:

In industrial units, oil and gas can trigger fire and explosion at any time due to ignition of flammable vapors or gases. Flammable gases, such as well gases, vapors, and hydrogen sulfide, can be released from wells, production equipment or surface equipment. Ignition sources can include static, electrical energy sources, open flames, lightning, cigarettes, cutting and welding tools, hot surfaces, and frictional heat.

Chemicals& Lubricants:

A fire can also be triggered due to a chemical reaction that ignites a solid, liquid, or gaseous chemical compound.

Electrical Sparks:

Exposed wiring, overloaded circuits, and static discharge can cause a spark which can thereby serve as an ignition source for combustible dust, as well as flammable liquids and gases.

Role of inflammable cable technology in industrial safety:

In order to curb the above risks and the resulting damage, the cable industry has developed highly inflammable, halogen-free cables, heat resistant cables which meet heightened safety requirements. Halogen-free means that these cables are completely free of the reactive elements bromine, iodine, fluorine, and chlorine.

This has many advantages:

• There are no corrosive gases released. Irritation of eyes and the respiratory tract is greatly reduced. Aggressive chemical compounds are also not formed with the extinguishing water. This means that substantial secondary damage is not caused to the building and the electrical installations due to corrosion.
• The proportion of toxic gases is low. Dioxins are no longer emitted from burning cables.
• Halogen-free Flame Retardant cables with improved performance in the event of a fire are extremely flame-retardant and allow for little spreading of flames. The dreaded fuse effect does not occur, the focus of the fire does not extend beyond the location of the fire.
• Halogen-free cables with improved characteristics produce little smoke in the event of a fire. Escape routes and extinguishing routes for the fire brigade are hardly impeded by dense smoke.

Lapp India, one of the leading cable manufacturers in India has a number of such cable types in its portfolio, and beyond this heat resistant cables for circuit integrity application for Ex: ÖLFLEX® FIRE, is cable suitable for fire application for CWZ category for 3 hours.

Also available is the ETHERLINE® FIRE Cat.5e PH120 and HITRONIC FIRE industrial data cable designed for fixed installation inside industrial units. It guarantees record-breaking circuit-integrity upon exposure to fire for at least 120 minutes and is the only cable in the market that can withstand at least two hours in a fire while still transmitting data.

Protection against heat with Lapp India has always been on track to avoid any kind of possible fire accidents.