Maximum Harness Ampacity
The fundamental concept here is harness ampacity: the maximum amount of current transferred down a wire harness without exceeding the temperature rating for any component. Read more
Temperature Rating
Latest news on aircraft wire from the SAE’s Fall 2015 wire and cable committee meeting
The world of aircraft wire is rapidly changing. Lectromec attended this event and is providing a summary of the most current issues discussed during this fall’s SAE Wire and Cable Committee Meeting. Read more
Electrical tests for aircraft wires and cables
Equipment installed onto aircraft goes through a range of tests designed to verify that the component meets the operational needs and environmental factors. For wires and cables, these tests include chemical exposure, thermal, mechanical, and electrical testing. We have already covered mechanical tests in our Assessment of Mechanical Stress on Wire Insulation article, as well […] Read more