Testing & Assessment

Aircraft wire systems: Bent pin analysis

January 29, 2016 Michael Traskos

Previous Lectromec articles have focused on certain parts of system design such as the physical separation between systems. In particular, the articles have focused on the wiring. In this article, we will switch our attention to a different, but no less important, area: the Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS) connector assessment. Specifically, we will examine […] Read more

What are the top 10 articles for aircraft wiring systems professionals for 2015?

January 13, 2016 Lectromec Team

Through its research, articles, videos, and continuous involvement in the aerospace community, Lectromec has been contributing to the knowledge base for aircraft wiring systems for three decades. To continue to further this goal, we have started to take a look at the most popular articles from the past year to see what readers find of […] Read more

The benefits of aircraft electrical system analyzers with Chris Teal

January 5, 2016 Lectromec Team

Welcome to the Lectromec podcast with John Gilroy. The podcast that helps you improve your understanding of aircraft electrical systems. Every month we interview experts in the public and private sector to help you increase your knowledge of the design and maintenance of aerospace wire systems. Today’s guest is Chris Teal, the Marketing Director from […] Read more

What is the cost of arc track resistance testing?

December 30, 2015 Michael Traskos

Arc track resistance testing is an important topic that is of interest to many in the aerospace industry. In this article we discuss the test itself, common test types, the process, and the price of the test performance. Test methods Among the most common test methods for arc track resistance testing are: the AS4373, MIL-STD-2223, […] Read more

How you can protect aircraft electrical systems from EMI

December 7, 2015 John Gilroy

Today’s interview is with Dan Schettler, Product Specialist at Micro-Coax. He talks about how to protect aircraft electrical systems from electronic magnetic interference (EMI). Dan’s company, Micro-Coax, has been in business for over fifty years. They have earned a solid reputation for providing custom technical solutions for wires and cable in challenging environments. The environment […] Read more

What is an aircraft wire Service Life Extension Program (SLEP)?

November 10, 2015 Lectromec Team

Over the years, the Lectromec website has received hundreds of thousands of visits. Often the topic of interest deals with Aircraft Wire Service Life Extension Programs. Because of this popularity, the Lectromec Podcast sat down with the president of Lectromec, Michael Traskos, to talk about Service Life Extension, or SLEP. During the interview Michael starts […] Read more

Completed aircraft wire harness testing

October 30, 2015 Michael Traskos

When it comes to examining aircraft wire systems, a lot of time is spent examining the performance of individual components like wires, cables, connectors, and pins. However, when we install complete aircraft wire harnesses, they must work in the fully assembled aircraft. They must endure the harsh conditions, various environments, and regular maintenance. To ensure […] Read more

What role does a humidity chamber play in an aircraft wire evaluation?

October 20, 2015 Lectromec Team

In our first installment of “Two Minute Tuesday” we have a two-minute video description of a humidity chamber and the role it plays in aircraft wire evaluation. We also take a look at testing one aspect of an aircraft wire – its ability to withstand variations in humidity and temperature. The long-term reliability of aircraft […] Read more

What are the common tests for aircraft wire?

September 19, 2015 Michael Traskos

The hundreds of wire tests that exist for aircraft wire and cable can be categorized into five groups: environmental, electrical, mechanical, chemical, and thermal. In this series, we will look at common tests within each of these categories, what they are, how are they performed, and what the results mean. Read more

Where can I get aircraft wire and cable tested?

August 20, 2015 Michael Traskos

This is a common question for aerospace engineers who are working with the Electrical Wiring Interconnect System (EWIS) as well as aerospace Maintenance Repair and Operations (MRO) professionals. Basically, if you have an EWIS component that needs to be tested, you can either test it yourself or contract with an aerospace wire testing organization. However, […] Read more