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30,040 Products

Electrical Power, Networking, and Controlling

Power Cable

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

309 products

Power Cords

Connect equipment and devices to a power source

263 products

Extension Cords

Extend the reach of power from an outlet

380 products

Control Cable

Send signals to control machinery and automated systems

589 products

Metric Circular Cords

Send power and control signals to equipment with metric connections

491 products

USB Cords

Transfer data between computers, printers, and mobile devices

260 products

Ethernet Cords

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

318 products

Mini Cords

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

221 products

Security Cable

Connect low-current security and intercom systems

53 products

D-Sub Cords

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

199 products

Extension Cord Circuit Interrupter Converters

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

9 products

Extension Cord Reels

Keep extension cords easy to access without creating a tripping hazard

94 products

Lead Wire

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

321 products

Solenoid Valve Cords

Connect solenoid components, such as valves and motors

60 products

Pendant Cable

Supply power from an overhead source

8 products

Pendant Cable Hardware Kits

Hang equipment from drop-down cable

1 product

Vehicle Cable

Make multiple connections in low-voltage vehicle wiring systems

12 products

Mitutoyo Cords

Connect your measuring tool to miniprocessors, multiplexers, or PCs

22 products

Robot Teach Pendant Cords

Connect robot controllers and teach pendants

25 products

VFD Motor Cable

Connect variable-frequency drive motors to equipment

13 products

Servo Cable

Connect servocontrollers and servomotors in automated equipment and on assembly lines

8 products

DisplayPort Cords

Send video from computers to monitors and other displays

26 products

Fieldbus Cable

Connect devices in Fieldbus communication networks

1 product

Ethernet Cable

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

20 products

Coaxial Cords

Transmit audio, video, and data with minimal signal loss

67 products

Thermostat Cable

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

12 products

Irrigation Cable

Supply low-voltage power in sprinkler systems

8 products

Building Cable

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

31 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

HDMI Cords

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

21 products

Robot Controller Cords

Extend the distance between a robot arm and a controller

3 products

Submersible Pump Cable

Supply power to submersible pumps in water or oil wells

2 products

Starrett Cords

Connect measuring tools with SPC data output directly to a PC

3 products

Robot Teach Pendant Cord Reels

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

16 products

Ethernet Cord Reels

Keep an ethernet cord on hand but out of the way

1 product

Building Wire

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

42 products

Thunderbolt Cords

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

2 products

CAN-Bus Cable

Connect devices in CAN-Bus communication networks

6 products

Video Adapter Cords

Send video between devices with different connections

8 products

Audio Cords

Hook up speakers to an audio signal

13 products

Outdoor Lighting Cable

Power low-voltage lighting equipment, such as landscape lighting

3 products

Speaker Cable

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

4 products

Profinet Cable

Connect devices in Profinet communication networks

2 products

Profibus Cords

Transmit data in automation systems and other networks

4 products

Battery Wire

Transmit power from batteries in vehicles, generators, and appliances

27 products

Modbus Cable

Connect devices in Modbus communication networks

2 products

ix Industrial Cords

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

6 products

Magnet Wire

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

26 products

RTD Wire

Connect RTD sensors to measurement and control devices

6 products

DeviceNet Cable

Connect devices in DeviceNet communication networks

4 products

Fiber-Optic Cable

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

12 products

Telephone Cable

Connect telephones and telephone blocks to a wall jack

6 products

Fiber-Optic Cords

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

34 products

Thermocouple Wire

Connect thermocouples to switches, controllers, recorders, and thermometers

64 products

DMX Cords

Connect to lighting equipment with five-pin XLR connections

3 products

Ribbon Cable

Ultra flexible to connect components inside electronics

6 products

Fire Alarm Cable

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

8 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

Profibus Cable

Connect devices in Profibus communication networks

3 products

Breakaway Cords

Disconnect if pulled to prevent stress on cord

6 products

Metric Circular Connectors

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

333 products

Mini Connectors

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

66 products

Power Connectors

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

64 products

Strain-Relief Connector Boots

Protect connectors and cords from strain, bends, and pulls

2 products

Amphenol Connectors

Attach wires to a circuit board

32 products

Audio Connectors

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

24 products

Mini Connector Thread Adapters

Join two connectors that both have internal threads

6 products

DMX Connectors

Replace damaged plugs and sockets on lighting cables

2 products

Mini Connector Caps

Shield mini connectors when they're not in use

11 products

Metric Circular Connector Caps

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

6 products

Breakaway Connectors

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

3 products

Micro 360 Connectors

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

24 products

Mil. Spec. Connector Caps

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

12 products

Power Connector Caps

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

10 products

Outlet Strips

Plug in multiple devices to power them from a single outlet

115 products

Distribution Blocks

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

8 products

Welding Cable

Resist abrasion while carrying current for welding

28 products

USB Chargers

Power up mobile devices and other electronics

2 products

Wrap Wire

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

11 products

Data Connection Hubs

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

3 products

USB Extenders

Increase the reach of USB devices with a transmitter and receiver

3 products

Cord Grips

Securely connect cords to enclosures while sealing out dirt and moisture

1,168 products

Cable Entry Panels

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

127 products

Fish Tape Leaders

Join fish tape to wire for guiding it around conduit bends

1 product

Wire and Cable Push-Pull Rods

Maneuver cable inside drop ceilings and walls

4 products

Fish Tape Pullers

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

1 product

Conduit Threading Line

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

1 product

Fish Tape

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

13 products

Cable Pulling Grips

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

14 products

Conduit and Fittings

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

1,352 products

Cable Support Grips

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

75 products

Voltage Adapters

Change AC voltage to DC voltage to power a device

284 products

Inverters

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

6 products

Jumper Cords

Ready to connect with a terminal at one or both ends

17 products

Battery Cords

Connect batteries to each other

31 products

Ethernet Switches

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

68 products

Pull-Chain Switches

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

1 product

Development Board Cords

Connect your development board to components such as sensors and actuators

7 products

Circuit Board Cable

Flat and flexible, connect circuit boards inside electronic devices

20 products

Circuit Board Connectors

Connect flat flexible cable to circuit boards

10 products

Static Control Cord

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

4 products

Static Control Tinsel

Suspend above conveyors to remove static from products with minimal contact

23 products

Thermal Interface Pads

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

24 products

EMI/RFI Suppressing Clips

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

64 products

Material Handling

Bungee Cords

Stretch around loads to secure them

156 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

26 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

5 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

322 products

Twine

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

80 products

Lanyards

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

809 products

Wire Rope

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

384 products

Nylon Line

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

7 products

Cable Pulling Clamps

Maintain tension until a line can be permanently anchored

11 products

Raw Materials

Foam

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

2,662 products

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

9,052 products

Felt

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

10 products

Rubber

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

6,206 products

Leather

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

2 products

Steel

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

287 products

Sealing

Cord Stock

Cut to length to create customized seals

470 products

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

16 products

Rope Seals

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

99 products

O-Ring Bonding Kits

Everything needed to make O-rings

41 products

Safety Equipment

Tool Lanyards

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

20 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

2 products

Fall-Rescue Kits

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

2 products

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

4 products

Eyeglass Lanyards

Hang eyeglasses around your neck for easy access

4 products

Measuring and Inspecting

Patch Cords

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

12 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

13 products

Test Lead Wire

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

4 products

SPC Transmitters

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

8 products

Plumb Bobs

Suspend from a string to create a vertical reference line

10 products

Plumb Bob Reels

Retrieve your plumb bob without tangles and quickly retract the cord

3 products

Lighting

Light Sockets

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

3 products

Light Socket Pull Cords

Lengthen pull-chain light switches

1 product

Fiber-Optic Flashlight Cable

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

1 product

Communication

Telephone Cords

Connect telephones to data outlets

9 products

Microphone Cords

Plug your microphone into an amplifier or speaker

4 products

Microphone Connectors

Replace or adapt your current microphone connector to fit your system

5 products

Telephone Cord Swivels

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

7 products

Power Transmission

Extension Springs

When stretched, springs pull their ends back together

33 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Starter Pull Cords

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

1 product

Grommets

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

52 products

Pull Cords

Operate doors, vents, skylights, and overhead equipment

7 products

Fluid Handling

Heating Tape

Wrap around pipe and tube to heat them

206 products

Heating Pads

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

387 products

Thermocouple Cords

Extend the reach of thermocouple probes

46 products

Fabricating and Machining

Sanding Cords

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

39 products

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Roof and Gutter Heat Cables

Prevent ice buildup from damaging roofs, gutters, and downspout

10 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