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100V AC to 240V AC

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Electrical Power, Networking, and Controlling

Power Cable

Deliver power to motors, pumps, appliances, computers, and more

Power Cords

Connect equipment and devices to a power source

Extension Cords

Extension Cords

Extend the reach of power from an outlet

Control Cable

Send signals to control machinery and automated systems

Metric Circular Cords

Metric Circular Cords

Send power and control signals to equipment with metric connections

USB Cords

Transfer data between computers, printers, and mobile devices

Mini Cords

Often used to send power and control signals to automated systems, motors, and pumps

Ethernet Cords

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

Security Cable

Connect low-current security and intercom systems

Extension Cord Circuit Interrupter Converters

Extension Cord Circuit Interrupter Converters

Hardwire to extension cords to protect against electric shock in wet areas

Extension Cord Reels

Extension Cord Reels

Keep extension cords easy to access without creating a tripping hazard

D-Sub Cords

Connect computers, monitors, printers, and other devices with DB connections

Solenoid Valve Cords

Solenoid Valve Cords

Connect solenoid components, such as valves and motors

Lead Wire

Your go-to wire for everything from electrical panels to plant equipment; also known as hook-up wire

Vehicle Cable

Make multiple connections in low-voltage vehicle wiring systems

Fieldbus Cable

Connect devices in Fieldbus communication networks

Pendant Cable

Supply power from an overhead source

Robot Teach Pendant Cords

Robot Teach Pendant Cords

Connect robot controllers and teach pendants

VFD Motor Cable

VFD Motor Cable

Connect variable-frequency drive motors to equipment

Mitutoyo Cords

Connect your measuring tool to miniprocessors, multiplexers, or PCs

Pendant Cable Hardware Kits

Pendant Cable Hardware Kits

Hang equipment from drop-down cable

Coaxial Cords

Transmit audio, video, and data with minimal signal loss

Coaxial Cable

Transmit audio, data, and video signals

Ethernet Cable

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

DisplayPort Cords

DisplayPort Cords

Send video from computers to monitors and other displays

Servo Cable

Connect servocontrollers and servomotors in automated equipment and on assembly lines

Thermostat Cable

Thermostat Cable

Hook up thermostats, air-conditioning units, and other low-voltage equipment

HDMI Cords

Send high-definition signals to monitors, TVs, and projectors

Building Cable

With designations such as NM and UF, building cable brings power to wall outlets and outlet boxes

Sensor Signal Adapter Cords

Sensor Signal Adapter Cords

Send data between sensors and receivers that have different signal types

Robot Controller Cords

Robot Controller Cords

Extend the distance between a robot arm and a controller

Irrigation Cable

Irrigation Cable

Supply low-voltage power in sprinkler systems

Ethernet Cord Reels

Ethernet Cord Reels

Keep an ethernet cord on hand but out of the way

Submersible Pump Cable

Submersible Pump Cable

Supply power to submersible pumps in water or oil wells

Robot Teach Pendant Cord Reels

Robot Teach Pendant Cord Reels

Keep the cords connecting your robot controller and teach pendant organized and out of the way

Building Wire

With designations such as THHN or THWN, building wire brings power to wall outlets and outlet boxes

Video Adapter Cords

Video Adapter Cords

Send video between devices with different connections

Speaker Cable

Hook up speakers, intercoms, and other low-current devices to a building's wiring

Thunderbolt Cords

Thunderbolt Cords

Transmit data and video at high speeds between PCs, mobile devices, and displays

Starrett Cords

Connect measuring tools with SPC data output directly to a PC

Battery Wire

Transmit power from batteries in vehicles, generators, and appliances

Modbus Cable

Connect devices in Modbus communication networks

Vehicle Wire

Make connections in low-voltage vehicle wiring systems

Ribbon Cable

Ultra flexible to connect components inside electronics

Phone Cable

Connect phones and phone blocks to a wall jack

Profibus Cords

Transmit data in automation systems and other networks

Outdoor Lighting Cable

Outdoor Lighting Cable

Power low-voltage lighting equipment, such as landscape lighting

ix Industrial Cords

ix Industrial Cords

Send data or signals between equipment, such as a servomotor and encoder

DeviceNet Cable

DeviceNet Cable

Connect devices in DeviceNet communication networks

Profinet Cable

Connect devices in Profinet communication networks

Magnet Wire

Wind into coils for high-speed winding applications, such as motors, transformers, and relays

CAN-Bus Cable

Connect devices in CAN-Bus communication networks

Audio Cords

Hook up speakers to an audio signal

Thermocouple Wire

Thermocouple Wire

Connect thermocouples to switches, controllers, recorders, and thermometers

Fiber-Optic Cords

Fiber-Optic Cords

Connect computers, servers, and switches in a fiber-optic network

DMX Cords

Connect to lighting equipment with five-pin XLR connections

RTD Wire

Connect RTD sensors to measurement and control devices

Fire Alarm Cable

Fire Alarm Cable

Protected by flame-resistant insulation for critical circuits in fire alarm systems

Breakaway Cords

Breakaway Cords

Disconnect if pulled to prevent stress on cord

Circuit Board Cords

Circuit Board Cords

Short lengths of terminated wire make temporary connections on circuit boards

Fiber-Optic Cable

Fiber-Optic Cable

Transmit signals between data centers and workstations in fiber-optic networks

Profibus Cable

Connect devices in Profibus communication networks

Metric Circular Connectors

Metric Circular Connectors

Plugs, sockets, receptacles, and adapters for equipment with metric connections

Mini Connectors

Mini Connectors

Plugs, sockets, and receptacles send power and control signals to equipment and automated systems

Metric Circular Connector Caps

Metric Circular Connector Caps

Keep metric circular connectors safe when they're not in use

Power Connectors

Power Connectors

Plugs, sockets, receptacles, and other connectors for powering equipment

Audio Connectors

Audio Connectors

Plugs, sockets, receptacles, and adapters to make audio connections

Strain-Relief Connector Boots

Strain-Relief Connector Boots

Protect connectors and cords from strain, bends, and pulls

Amphenol Connectors

Amphenol Connectors

Attach wires to a circuit board

Mini Connector Thread Adapters

Mini Connector Thread Adapters

Join two connectors that both have internal threads

DMX Connectors

Replace damaged plugs and sockets on lighting cables

Mini Connector Caps

Mini Connector Caps

Shield mini connectors when they're not in use

Breakaway Connectors

Breakaway Connectors

If pulled or stressed, these disconnect without damaging cables and equipment

Power Connector Caps

Power Connector Caps

Cover pin-and-sleeve power connectors when they're not in use

Micro 360 Connectors

Micro 360 Connectors

Plugs and sockets to make control and data connections in tight spaces

Mil. Spec. Connector Caps

Mil. Spec. Connector Caps

Protect Mil. Spec. connectors when they're not in use

Outlet Strips

Plug in multiple devices to power them from a single outlet

USB Chargers

Power up mobile devices and other electronics

Welding Cable

Resist abrasion while carrying current for welding

Distribution Blocks

Distribution Blocks

Distribute electricity from a single power source to several devices in a circuit

USB Extenders

Increase the reach of USB devices with a transmitter and receiver

Data Connection Hubs

Data Connection Hubs

Add USB, DisplayPort, or HDMI ports to your computer to connect multiple device

Wrap Wire

Wrap around a circuit board post terminal without the need for soldering

Cord Grips

Securely connect cords to enclosures while sealing out dirt and moisture

Conduit and Fittings

Conduit and Fittings

Protect wiring from impact and the environment in runs indoors, outdoors, and underground

Cable Entry Panels

Cable Entry Panels

Pass multiple cords into an enclosure while sealing out moisture, dust, and other contaminants

Fish Tape Leaders

Fish Tape Leaders

Join fish tape to wire for guiding it around conduit bends

Wire and Cable Push-Pull Rods

Wire and Cable Push-Pull Rods

Maneuver cable inside drop ceilings and walls

Cable Support Grips

Cable Support Grips

Reduce tension and vibration that damage hanging cable; also known as bus drop grips

Conduit Threading Line

Conduit Threading Line

Vacuum or blow through conduit and attach to a rope for pulling cable

Fish Tape Pullers

Fish Tape Pullers

Latch onto fish tape or rope for a secure, two-hand grip when pulling wire

Fish Tape

Hook to the end of wire and move it through conduit and raceway

Cable Pulling Grips

Cable Pulling Grips

Tug on the loop to tighten wire mesh around cable and pull it through conduit

Voltage Adapters

Voltage Adapters

Change AC voltage to DC voltage to power a device

Inverters

Transform DC voltage to power devices that run on AC voltage; prevent overload damage

Jumper Cords

Ready to connect with a terminal at one or both ends

Battery Cords

Connect batteries to each other

Ethernet Switches

Ethernet Switches

Expand your data network by connecting computers, printers, and servers

Pull-Chain Switches

Pull-Chain Switches

Pull a chain to send a signal, such as for turning on and off lights and fans

Development Board Cords

Development Board Cords

Connect your development board to components such as sensors and actuators

Circuit Board Cable

Circuit Board Cable

Flat and flexible, connect circuit boards inside electronic devices

Circuit Board Connectors

Circuit Board Connectors

Connect flat flexible cable to circuit boards

Static Control Cord

Static Control Cord

Stretch over conveyors, printing rolls, and chutes to remove static from objects; mount with magnets

Static Control Tinsel

Static Control Tinsel

Suspend above conveyors to remove static from products with minimal contact

Thermal Interface Pads

Thermal Interface Pads

Soft and flexible, so they conform to rough surfaces and fill gaps between two surfaces

EMI/RFI Suppressing Clips

EMI/RFI Suppressing Clips

Shield cable from EMI and RFI that can distort signals; also known as ferrite beads

Material Handling

Bungee Cords

Stretch around loads to secure them

Bungee Cord End Tabs

Bungee Cord End Tabs

Create tie downs by pushing these end tabs onto bungee cords

Bungee Cord Locks

Bungee Cord Locks

Position on bungee cords to create stops and keep the cords from rubbing against surfaces

Bungee Cord Hooks

Bungee Cord Hooks

Add to bungee cords to hook them onto rings and loops

Bungee Cord Sleeves

Bungee Cord Sleeves

Make a loop in bungee cords to hook them onto objects

Cargo Nets

Use as a barrier or stretch over bulky loads to contain them inside vans, trucks, and trailers

E-Track Cargo Nets

E-Track Cargo Nets

Pair with E-Tracks to contain bulky loads against the sides of vans, trucks, and trailers

L-Track Cargo Nets

L-Track Cargo Nets

Use with L-Tracks to keep bulky and oddly shaped loads from shifting

Rope

Tie, bind, and lift objects; lighter weight yet lower capacity than wire rope

Lanyards

Pull, hang, tie down, and tether objects with the attached fittings

Twine

Tie, bind, and cinch objects together; smaller in diameter than rope

Wire Rope

Lift, hang, and connect objects; more abrasion resistant than rope and lighter weight than chain

Nylon Line

Tie objects together with a thin strand of strong, wear-resistant nylon; also known as fishing line

Cable Pulling Clamps

Cable Pulling Clamps

Maintain tension until a line can be permanently anchored

Sealing

Cord Stock

Cut to length to create customized seals

Backer Rods

Insert into gaps before caulking to reduce how much sealant you need and improve adhesion

Thread Sealants

Thread Sealants

Create a seal between threaded connections to prevent loosening from vibration

Sealants

Fill and seal gaps in metal, plastic, wood, and other materials

Packing Seals

Fill in gaps around pump shafts, valve stems, and agitators to prevent leaks

Rope Seals

Insulate the edges of oven, furnace, and boiler doors to keep heat in

O-Ring Bonding Kits

O-Ring Bonding Kits

Everything needed to make O-rings

Raw Materials

Foam

Pockets of air make it lighter in weight than rubber; good for packing, insulating, and sealing

Felt

Thicker and more absorbent than fabric for insulating, polishing, cushioning, and gasketing

Rubber

Compresses and bounces back to shape; often used for sealing, cushioning, and shock absorbing

Leather

Durable and long lasting; often used for belting, lacing, and sealing applications

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

Steel

Strong, machinable, and weldable—all with material certificates for traceability

Safety Equipment

Tool Lanyards

Tether tools to your harness so they don't fall if dropped

Tool Tether Anchors

Tool Tether Anchors

Prevent tools from falling while working at height

Fall-Rescue Packs

Fall-Rescue Packs

Clip onto your fall-arrest harness to lower yourself to safety after a fall

Fall-Rescue Kits

Fall-Rescue Kits

Everything you need to rescue a person who is suspended after a fall

Hard Hat Lanyards

Hard Hat Lanyards

Attach your hard hat to a harness so it won't fall if it's knocked off your head

Hard Hat Chin Straps

Hard Hat Chin Straps

Hold your hard hat securely in place

Eyeglass Lanyards

Eyeglass Lanyards

Hang eyeglasses around your neck for easy access

Measuring and Inspecting

Patch Cords

Make point-to-point connections between electrical testing equipment and your devices

BNC Test Cords

Connect oscilloscopes and other testers to your equipment

Test Lead Wire

Add your own clips, tips, and adapters to link electrical testers to the units you're checking

Test Leads

Pair with electrical testers such as multimeters to analyze your devices

SPC Transmitters

SPC Transmitters

Send data from measuring tools with SPC output to a wireless receiver

Plumb Bob Reels

Plumb Bob Reels

Retrieve your plumb bob without tangles and quickly retract the cord

Plumb Bobs

Suspend from a string to create a vertical reference line

Communication

Phone Cords

Connect phones to data outlets

Microphone Connectors

Microphone Connectors

Replace or adapt your current microphone connector to fit your system

Microphone Cords

Microphone Cords

Plug your microphone into an amplifier or speaker

Phone Cord Swivels

Phone Cord Swivels

Attach to your handset so the cord won't tangle when the handset rotates

Lighting

Light Sockets

Install or replace sockets in fixtures for standard household, tubular, compact, or miniature bulbs

Light Socket Pull Cords

Light Socket Pull Cords

Lengthen pull-chain light switches

Fiber-Optic Flashlight Cable

Fiber-Optic Flashlight Cable

Shine light into hard-to-reach spaces by attaching to your flashlight

Power Transmission

Extension Springs

Extension Springs

When stretched, springs pull their ends back together

Building and Machinery Hardware

Grommets

Protect wire, cable, and cords from holes with sharp or rough edges

Starter Pull Cords

Starter Pull Cords

Replace pull cords on generators, lawn mowers, and other machines

Pull Cords

Operate doors, vents, skylights, and overhead equipment

Fluid Handling

Heating Tape

Wrap around pipe and tube to heat them

Heating Pads

Stick to drums, pails, and other containers to indirectly warm their contents

Thermocouple Cords

Thermocouple Cords

Extend the reach of thermocouple probes

Fabricating and Machining

Sanding Cords

Slip into areas where other abrasives can't reach, from small holes to keyways

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Roof and Gutter Heat Cables

Roof and Gutter Heat Cables

Prevent ice buildup from damaging roofs, gutters, and downspout

Fastening and Joining

Repair and Duct Tape

Repair and Duct Tape

Permanently join or seal surfaces

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Rack Nets

Add to racks and conveyors to secure inventory, increase safety, and help meet OSHA requirements

Wire Roll Dispensers

Wire Roll Dispensers

Keep wire rolls on your hip and tangle-free to speed up fastening tasks

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