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18,019 Products

Electrical

Power Cable

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

165 products

Power Cords

Connect equipment and devices to a power source

199 products

Control Cable

Send signals to control machinery and automated systems

578 products

Extension Cords

Extend the reach of power from an outlet

261 products

Metric Circular Cords

Send power and signal to equipment with metric connections

538 products

Security Cable

Connect low-current security and intercom systems

53 products

Mini Cords

Often used to send power and signal to automated systems, motors, and pumps

199 products

Solenoid Valve Cords

Connect solenoid components, such as valves and motors

59 products

Ethernet Cords

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

178 products

Pendant Cable

Supply power from an overhead source

7 products

Vehicle Cable

Make multiple connections in low-voltage vehicle wiring systems

12 products

Building Cable

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

36 products

Extension Cord Circuit Interrupter Converters

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

9 products

USB Cords

Transfer data between computers, printers, and mobile devices

63 products

Lead Wire

Make connections for low-power and control applications in appliances, panels, and other equipment

264 products

Servo Cable

Connect servocontrollers and servomotors in automated equipment and on assembly lines

8 products

D-Sub Cords

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

24 products

Irrigation Cable

Supply low-voltage power in sprinkler systems

8 products

Variable-Frequency Drive Motor Cable

Connect variable-frequency drive motors to equipment

13 products

Jumper Cords

Ready to connect with a terminal at one or both ends

10 products

Fieldbus Cable

Connect devices in Fieldbus communication networks

1 product

Power Cord Reels

Neatly store power cords for easy access

14 products

Ethernet Cable

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

20 products

Submersible Pump Cable

Supply power to submersible pumps in water or oil wells

2 products

Thermostat Cable

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

12 products

Coaxial Cable

Transmit audio, data, and video signals

8 products

Sensor Signal Adapter Cords

Send data between sensors and receivers that have different signal types

2 products

CAN-Bus Cable

Connect devices in CAN-Bus communication networks

6 products

Battery Cords

Connect batteries to each other

31 products

Magnet Wire

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

26 products

DeviceNet Cable

Connect devices in DeviceNet communication networks

4 products

Fire Alarm Cable

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

8 products

Building Wire

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

42 products

Fiber-Optic Cable

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

12 products

Speaker Cable

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

4 products

Welding Cable

Resist abrasion while carrying current for welding

7 products

RTD Wire

Connect RTD sensors to measurement and control devices

6 products

Outdoor Lighting Cable

Power low-voltage lighting equipment, such as landscape lighting

3 products

Profinet Cable

Connect devices in Profinet communication networks

2 products

Modbus Cable

Connect devices in Modbus communication networks

2 products

Circuit Board Cable

Flat and flexible, connect circuit boards inside electronic devices

20 products

Battery Wire

Transmit power from batteries in vehicles, generators, and appliances

27 products

Thermocouple Wire

Connect thermocouples to switches, controllers, recorders, and thermometers

58 products

Ribbon Cable

Ultra flexible to connect components inside electronics

6 products

Profibus Cable

Connect devices in Profibus communication networks

3 products

HDMI Cords

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

5 products

Breakaway Cords

Disconnect if pulled to prevent stress on cord

6 products

Video Adapter Cords

Send video between devices with different connections

3 products

Profibus Cords

Transmit data in automation systems and other networks

2 products

Circuit Board Cords

Short lengths of terminated wire make temporary connections on circuit boards

24 products

Vehicle Wire

Make connections in low-voltage vehicle wiring systems

112 products

Metric Circular Connectors

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

119 products

Power Connectors

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

56 products

Mini Connectors

Plugs, sockets, and receptacles send power and signal to equipment and automated systems

57 products

Audio Receptacles

Install in walls and panels and pair with plugs to make audio connections

12 products

USB Extenders

Increase the reach of USB devices with a transmitter and receiver

3 products

Circuit Board Connectors

Connect flat flexible cable to circuit boards

10 products

Breakaway Connectors

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

3 products

Micro 360 Connectors

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

20 products

Amphenol Connectors

Attach wires to a circuit board

29 products

Outlet Strips

Plug in multiple devices to power them from a single outlet

22 products

Wrap Wire

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

8 products

Electrical Connector Boots

Protect connectors and cords from strain, bends, and pulls

1 product

Data Connection Hubs

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

2 products

Cord Grips

Securely connect cords to enclosures while sealing out dirt and moisture

575 products

Cable Entry Panels

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

57 products

Conduit and Conduit Fittings

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

14 products

EMI/RFI Suppressing Clips

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

64 products

Wire and Cable Push-Pull Rods

Maneuver cable inside drop ceilings and walls

4 products

Fish Tape

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

13 products

Manual Switches

Everything from toggle, push-button, and rocker switches to foot switches

1 product

Ethernet Switches

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

19 products

Static Control Cord

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

4 products

Material Handling

Bungee Cords

Stretch around loads to secure them

116 products

Bungee Cord End Tabs

Create tie downs by pushing these end tabs onto bungee cords

1 product

Bungee Cord Locks

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

7 products

Bungee Cord Hooks

Add to bungee cords to hook them onto rings and loops

10 products

Bungee Cord Sleeves

Make a loop in bungee cords to hook them onto objects

2 products

Cargo Nets

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

6 products

E-Track Cargo Nets

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

1 product

L-Track Cargo Nets

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

1 product

Rope

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

284 products

Lanyards

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

401 products

Twine

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

50 products

Nylon Line

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

7 products

Wire Rope

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

121 products

Raw Materials

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

9,060 products

Foam

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

1,780 products

Rubber

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

958 products

Steel

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

8 products

Sealing

Packing Seals

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

11 products

Backer Rods

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

35 products

Thread Sealants

Create a seal between threaded connections to prevent loosening from vibration

65 products

Sealants

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

11 products

Rope Seals

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

59 products

Measuring and Inspecting

Patch Cords

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

11 products

BNC Test Cords

Connect oscilloscopes and other testers to your equipment

4 products

Test Leads

Pair with electrical testers such as multimeters to analyze your devices

8 products

Plumb Bobs

Suspend from a string to create a vertical reference line

1 product

Plumb Bob Reels

Retrieve your plumb bob without tangles and quickly retract the cord

3 products

Safety Equipment

Hard Hat Lanyards

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

1 product

Hard Hat Chin Straps

Hold your hard hat securely in place

2 products

Eyeglass Lanyards

Hang eyeglasses around your neck for easy access

1 product

Tool Lanyards

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

19 products

Tool Tether Anchors

Prevent tools from falling while working at height

3 products

Fall-Rescue Packs

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

1 product

Building and Machinery Hardware

Grommets

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

48 products

Starter Pull Cords

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

1 product

Pull Cords

Operate doors, vents, skylights, and overhead equipment

2 products

Power Transmission

Extension Springs

When stretched, springs pull their ends back together

33 products

Fluid Handling

Heating Tape

Wrap around pipe and tube to heat them

152 products

Heating Pads

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

323 products

Thermocouple Cords

Extend the reach of thermocouple probes

46 products

Communication

Microphone Cords

Plug your microphone into an amplifier or speaker

4 products

Telephone Cord Swivels

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

7 products

Fabricating and Machining

Sandpaper

Add to sanders, sanding blocks, and other tools to create a smooth finish on work surfaces

16 products

Fastening and Joining

Repair and Duct Tape

Permanently join or seal surfaces

2 products

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Rack Nets

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

23 products

Lighting

Light Sockets

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

1 product