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12,181 Products

Most Likely Products

Power Cable

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

309 products

Control Cable

Send signals to control machinery and automated systems

589 products

Wire Rope

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

384 products

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Electrical Power, Networking, and Controlling

Power Cable

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

309 products

Control Cable

Send signals to control machinery and automated systems

589 products

Lead Wire

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

319 products

Security Cable

Connect low-current security and intercom systems

53 products

Building Cable

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

36 products

Ethernet Cable

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

20 products

Metric Circular Cords

Send power and signal to equipment with metric connections

112 products

Battery Wire

Transmit power from batteries in vehicles, generators, and appliances

27 products

Vehicle Cable

Make multiple connections in low-voltage vehicle wiring systems

12 products

Variable-Frequency Drive Motor Cable

Connect variable-frequency drive motors to equipment

13 products

Building Wire

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

42 products

Servo Cable

Connect servocontrollers and servomotors in automated equipment and on assembly lines

8 products

Irrigation Cable

Supply low-voltage power in sprinkler systems

8 products

Coaxial Cable

Transmit audio, data, and video signals

8 products

CAN-Bus Cable

Connect devices in CAN-Bus communication networks

6 products

Pendant Cable

Supply power from an overhead source

8 products

Thermostat Cable

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

12 products

DeviceNet Cable

Connect devices in DeviceNet communication networks

4 products

Fieldbus Cable

Connect devices in Fieldbus communication networks

1 product

Profinet Cable

Connect devices in Profinet communication networks

2 products

Vehicle Wire

Make connections in low-voltage vehicle wiring systems

112 products

Profibus Cable

Connect devices in Profibus communication networks

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

Ethernet Cords

Send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches

29 products

Telephone Cable

Connect telephones and telephone blocks to a wall jack

6 products

Submersible Pump Cable

Supply power to submersible pumps in water or oil wells

2 products

Modbus Cable

Connect devices in Modbus communication networks

2 products

DMX Cords

Connect to lighting equipment with five-pin XLR connections

3 products

Speaker Cable

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

4 products

Extension Cord Reels

Keep extension cords easy to access without creating a tripping hazard

80 products

Outdoor Lighting Cable

Power low-voltage lighting equipment, such as landscape lighting

3 products

Ethernet Cord Reels

Keep an ethernet cord on hand but out of the way

1 product

Power Cords

Connect equipment and devices to a power source

4 products

USB Cords

Transfer data between computers, printers, and mobile devices

12 products

Circuit Board Cords

Short lengths of terminated wire make temporary connections on circuit boards

24 products

Magnet Wire

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

26 products

Mini Cords

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

18 products

Extension Cords

Extend the reach of power from an outlet

13 products

Robot Teach Pendant Cord Reels

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

12 products

Breakaway Cords

Disconnect if pulled to prevent stress on cord

6 products

Welding Cable

Resist abrasion while carrying current for welding

28 products

Metric Circular Connectors

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

217 products

Coaxial Connectors

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

44 products

Amphenol Sleeves

Combine with a wire to make a connection with a circuit board

3 products

Amphenol Plugs

Mate with a housing to attach wires to a circuit board

13 products

Mini Receptacles

Install in walls and panels and pair with plugs to send power and signal

46 products

Molex Plug and Socket Sets

Come with wire leads installed for quick additions to existing Molex systems

22 products

DMX Connectors

Replace damaged plugs and sockets on lighting cables

2 products

Power Connectors

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

553 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

20 products

Audio Adapters

Connect two stereo cords or extend a connection

2 products

Outlet Strips

Plug in multiple devices to power them from a single outlet

92 products

Electrical Connector Caps

Protect data connectors when not in use

10 products

Data Connection Hubs

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

5 products

Ferrules

Turn stranded wire into one rigid wire for easy insertion

103 products

Wrap Wire

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

11 products

Grounding Wire

Ground current in electrical systems

38 products

Grounding Straps

Flat shape creates more surface area contact than grounding wire

22 products

Bonding and Grounding Clamps

Add cable or use included cable to create a grounding path, which prevents static charge buildup

50 products

Bonding and Grounding Reels

Neatly store included grounding clamp and cable, which prevent static buildup; tug to retract cable

12 products

Bonding and Grounding Cable

Add clamps to create a grounding path, which prevents static charge buildup

7 products

Lightning Rods

Attract lightning strikes to safely redirect them from the tops of buildings to the ground

17 products

Conduit and Fittings

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

926 products

Cable Trays

Organize and route bundles of cable while keeping them accessible anywhere along the run

79 products

Cable Support Grips

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

75 products

Cord Grips

Securely connect cords to enclosures while sealing out dirt and moisture

4 products

Raceway

Route and guard wiring along surfaces in your facility

2 products

Cable Pulling Grips

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

14 products

Cable and Hose Carriers

Route, protect, and guide moving cable

8 products

Wire and Cable Crimpers

Crimp connectors onto electrical wire or cable

179 products

Wire and Cable Strippers

Remove the outer insulation on wire and cable

123 products

Battery Cords

Connect batteries to each other

31 products

Jumper Cords

Ready to connect with a terminal at one or both ends

10 products

Jumper Cables

Jump-start a dead battery

12 products

Jumper Cable Clamps

Replace clamps on jumper cables

2 products

Ethernet Switches

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

49 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

Power Supplies

Convert your facility's AC voltage to power equipment that runs on DC voltage

5 products

Material Handling

Wire Rope

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

384 products

Wire Rope Compression Sleeves

Install a permanent loop at wire rope ends using a compression tool

116 products

Wire Rope End Fittings

Finish wire rope ends with threaded stud, eye, clevis, ball, hook, and other connections

184 products

Wire Rope Thimbles

Support the weight of wire rope loops to prevent fraying, snagging, and tangling

88 products

Wire Rope Stops

Prevent wire rope from pulling out of cleats and guides or keep ends from fraying

33 products

Wire Rope End Brackets

Secure wire rope end fittings for mounting to flat surfaces

2 products

Wire Rope Plugs

Secure wire rope in end fittings with a plug-lock connection

10 products

Wire Rope Cutting Bands

Prevent fraying while cutting wire rope; also known as seizing bands

7 products

Lanyards

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

791 products

Wire Rope Clamps

Form a removable loop at the ends of wire rope by tightening the nuts

161 products

Compression Tools

Crimp sleeves around rope and wire rope to create loops for attaching fittings

55 products

S-Hooks

Connect lengths of rope and chain; hang objects like hose, cords, and light fixtures

184 products

Rope Compression Sleeves

Install a permanent loop at rope ends using a compression tool

25 products

Shackles

Lift, pull, and anchor heavy loads while keeping them secure with a pin

291 products

Turnbuckles

Twist the body or end fittings to adjust the length and tension of attached rope and chain

746 products

Carabiners

Hook onto rope and webbing to quickly connect objects, fittings, and other lengths of rope

218 products

Swivels

Rotate loads to keep rope and chain from twisting and knotting

70 products

Quick Links

Join rope, cable, and chain to secure loads

116 products

Hoist Rings

Pivot to resist stress that would bend or break an eyebolt when lifting at an angle

382 products

Snap Hooks

Spring, slide, or press open to quickly connect rope and chain

265 products

Hooks

Lift, hang, and bind loads with rope and chain

405 products

Hook Latches

Replace the latch on hooks

51 products

Chain Connecting Links

Attach fittings to lift components or bind, tie down, and pull items

51 products

Chain Rings

Join chains and add connectors for binding, towing, and lifting

135 products

Roller Swage Presses

Install swage fittings at the ends of wire rope

23 products

Cable Pulling Clamps

Maintain tension until a line can be permanently anchored

11 products

Ring Links

Bend, hammer, or twist closed to connect chain links and attach fittings

47 products

Marlin Spikes

Fray rope ends for splicing and to attach fittings

7 products

Slings

Grip and lift loads with hoists and cranes; made of webbing, rope, or chain

30 products

Pulleys

Mount or suspend to guide wire rope for lifting and pulling loads

320 products

Winches

Wind up and let out rope, chain, and webbing for lifting and towing

79 products

Cable and Hose Trolleys

Move cable and hose along wire rope, channel, or beams; also known as festoon trolleys

48 products

Ratchet Pullers

Ratcheting action creates the pulling power of a winch in a versatile, portable tool

31 products

Cable Holders

Mount to a surface to secure and route cable

25 products

Cable Ties

Bundle and secure cable, wire, and hose; also known as zip ties

167 products

Cable Bundling Tools

Quickly organize wires, cables, and cords into bundles

1 product

Cable Rollers

Move bulky cable and hose, even over edges, while keeping it off the ground

1 product

Bungee Cords

Stretch around loads to secure them

93 products

Webbing Rings

Add looped connection spots

39 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Mechanical Control Cables

Weave around obstructions to operate valves, throttles, and other machinery from a distance

97 products

Padlock Cables

Tie around gates and equipment and secure with a padlock to prevent break-ins or theft

9 products

Chain Locks

Harder to cut than cable, loop around tools and gates for extra security against theft or break-ins

1 product

Cable Locks

Wrap around gates, tools, and equipment to prevent break-ins or theft

16 products

Padlocks

Shackle objects together, such as a door and its frame, to prevent theft or unauthorized entry

29 products

Lockouts

Ensure that machines stay turned off to prevent accidents during maintenance work

32 products

Pull Cords

Operate doors, vents, skylights, and overhead equipment

6 products

Key Holders

Group keys on a single ring for easy access

4 products

Raw Materials

Stainless Steel

Resists corrosion and chemicals in most environments—all with material certificates for traceability

393 products

Steel

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

287 products

Nickel

An upgrade from stainless steel to withstand harsh chemicals and acids—all with material certificates for traceability

151 products

Tungsten

Our densest metal resists wear and heat to make end mills, heat shields, electrodes, and more

16 products

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant—all with material certificates for traceability

45 products

Copper

Our most conductive metal for electrical applications—all with material certificates for traceability

86 products

Gold

Form into electronic components that won't corrode—all with material certificates for traceability

4 products

Brass

More machinable than copper and bronze—all with material certificates for traceability

12 products

Titanium

The most corrosion-resistant metal we offer—all with material certificates for traceability

12 products

Tantalum

Conductive with a higher melting point than most metals—all with material certificates for traceability

17 products

Molybdenum

Retains its shape and strength in extreme temperatures—all with material certificates for traceability

12 products

Niobium

Conductive and corrosion resistant even at extreme temperatures—all with material certificates for traceability

4 products

Platinum

Formable and conductive while resisting extreme heat—all with material certificates for traceability

18 products

Bronze

Better wear resistance than copper and brass—all with material certificates for traceability

12 products

Measuring and Inspecting

Test Leads

Pair with electrical testers such as multimeters to analyze your devices

28 products

Test Lead Tips

Adapt Fluke test leads to perform electrical tests in tight spaces

1 product

BNC Adapters

Convert a BNC cord to a double banana connector so it can be used with electrical testers

5 products

Fabricating and Machining

Temperature Sensors for 3D Printer Extruder Heating Elements

Measure heating block temperature and send it to printer controllers

4 products

Wire Rope Cutters

Slice through metal wire rope, leaving the rest intact

43 products

Cable Cutters

Slice through electrical, data, armored, coaxial, and fiber-optic cable

29 products

Cable Saws

Flexible to cut through pipe or wood in hard-to-reach areas

3 products

Cable Benders

Reach inside panels, disconnects, and raceway to precisely bend and position heavy duty cable

7 products

Fluid Handling

Heating Tape

Wrap around pipe and tube to heat them

206 products

Thermocouple Cords

Extend the reach of thermocouple probes

16 products

Communication