This week I am going to give you my reasons for loving Round & Flat ribbon cable. I will also explain how it can not only reduce your stress levels, but can also save you a ton on money in the process.
If you are creating a data connection you have the choice of many different connector types, the common denominator of which being that they all have the element of assembly time. For example : Crimp & Solder connectors require a level of prepping for assembly, then the cable assembly itself which takes a while. Then comes IDC (Insulation Displacement Connectors) where all you have to do is cut the cable to the required length, expose the conductors and, in one simple action, terminate all the conductors.
The standard IDC Connectors accommodate 1 to 60 connection and come in the standard two-row connectors, as well as in D-Type & Centronics connectors. With the ability to use flat and round cable, you can also use screened cable to give a wide range of connection possibilities. These can, of course, be used in numerous applications.
There are some limitations, however, the principle one being that connections need to be either 1-1 or reversed pinning. The other limitation is that the wire gauge is typically 28AWG or higher, however in most signal applications this is acceptable.
So there you have it! Simple, quick and cost effective…what more could you ask for in a cable? Consider designing IDC into your next application. Happy Designing!
A blog on Round & Flat Ribbon cable
This week I am going to give you my reasons for loving Round & Flat ribbon cable. I will also explain how it can not only reduce your stress levels, but can also save you a ton on money in the process.
If you are creating a data connection you have the choice of many different connector types, the common denominator of which being that they all have the element of assembly time. For example : Crimp & Solder connectors require a level of prepping for assembly, then the cable assembly itself which takes a while. Then comes IDC (Insulation Displacement Connectors) where all you have to do is cut the cable to the required length, expose the conductors and, in one simple action, terminate all the conductors.
The standard IDC Connectors accommodate 1 to 60 connection and come in the standard two-row connectors, as well as in D-Type & Centronics connectors. With the ability to use flat and round cable, you can also use screened cable to give a wide range of connection possibilities. These can, of course, be used in numerous applications.
There are some limitations, however, the principle one being that connections need to be either 1-1 or reversed pinning. The other limitation is that the wire gauge is typically 28AWG or higher, however in most signal applications this is acceptable.
So there you have it! Simple, quick and cost effective…what more could you ask for in a cable? Consider designing IDC into your next application. Happy Designing!
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