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The connector cables used in communication systems have two important considerations that deal with proper installation and the need to maximize the performance and life span of the cables to be installed. The mix of solutions has allowed us to cover a wide variety of applications in which it is important to pay attention to proper handling and connection procedures. Although particular steps differentiate depending on connector, there are core concepts that can be used across the board.
Universal Installation Best Practices
Handling
Never hold a cable but only a connector body. Do not use sharp turns or bend in the area of the connector interface. Improve immunity against contamination of exposed contacts as well as physical harm.
Preparation
Do not mate connectors with dirty, buried, or otherwise contaminated mating surfaces or connectors. Look carefully to see any broken pins, sockets or threads.
Alignment
Make connectors well aligned prior to exerting pressure. False alignment may result in permanent damage of fragile contacts.
Connection
Follow the appropriate mating mechanism precisely:
Threaded Connectors: Make sure that screws enter the threads properly and then screw properly. Always use a recommended calibrated torque and never tighten with pliers or excessive force that gives rise to distortion of the components, or threads.
Push-On Connectors: Be sure to be involved positively. It is possible to listen and to get a confirmatory physical or mechanical click of safe mating. Avoid forcing.
Bayonet Connectors: Align pins/slots properly, push together and then smoothly turn until locked. Obtain good attachment.
Strain Relief: Use any built in strain relief appropriately. Attach cables securely so they do not cause stress directly to the connector joint during operation or even during movement.
Linkworld Support for Correct Installation
We should know the background of various connector interfaces, Linkworld has special technical resources to support users.
Installation Guides: Downloadable step-by-step directions on the installation of many connector families can be found in the Technical Support section of our website. Correct methods on handling, mating procedures and torque requirements where necessary are depicted in these guides.
Visual References: Diagrams and instructions focus on proper alignment orientation, mating direction and verification procedure in the connection.
Ignorance Results in Costly Mistakes: Our advice stresses the direct influence on signal integrity caused by proper installation which reduces reflections, eliminates intermittent connections, and also the ultimate reliability that Linkworld cables are capable of.
Trust Linkworld for Reliable Connections
Proper installation is essential to best practices of your interconnect system. Linkworld will provide you all the knowledge and resources to do so, so our best and ready cables serve you to the full extent. Find specific installation instructions of connectors in our Link -- Technical Support section and construct your systems with confidence.