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Make Alpha Wire your first choice for reliable performance. No matter how demanding the environment, you want a cable with the performance and reliability to put your mind at ease. You want a cable that fits the application, no matter what extremes of temperature, oils and solvents, electrical noise, and other hazards it must withstand.
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  • Alpha Wire Expands its Cable Gland Portfolio to Include Metal and Black Plastic Glands

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    Alpha Wire Adds Metal Cable Glands to its Strain Relief Solutions

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    Elizabeth, NJ, May 14, 2018 – Alpha Wire proudly announces the expansion of the FIT Cable Gland portfolio to include black plastic and metal glands. Initially launched in November 2017, Cable Glands are the latest extension to the FIT Wire Management family of accessories. Cable Glands provide a great solution for cable strain relief, sealing enclosures, along with cables and systems protection against flames, dust, and water in an industrial application.

    The extension includes a full range of easy installation glands available in three different types and in various sizes. Alpha’s standard dome glands are now available in slate and black plastic, as well as nickel plated brass. Flexible spiral glands and hole plugs are available in slate and black plastic. All products are available in NPT, metric, and PG thread sizes.

    • Equipped with chloroprene rubber seals and locknuts
    • Temperature ranging up to +150°C
    • Rubber seals protect against dripping water
    • Protected against heightened water pressure in accordance with IP68

    The Cable Glands feature a large clamping range and various approvals including IP66, IP68 (5 bar, 30min), UL 514, C22.2, and RoHS. Products are in stock and are sold in packages of 10 pieces.

    To learn more about cable glands or the FIT Wire Management product family, please contact your local Alpha Wire representative or visit www.alphawire.com to request FREE samples today!

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    • 15 May 2018
  • Alpha Wire Expands its Xtra-Guard Flex Product Family by Adding New Gauge Sizes

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    Alpha Wire is proud to announce the latest expansion of its Xtra-Guard product family by adding new gauge sizes to its 6500, 8500, and 8600 flex series. The expansion includes the following:

     

    • 6500 series - Standard 600V light to moderate flex cable - originally 2-20 AWG; adding 22-26 AWG
    • 8500 series - High 600V high flex, continuous flex cable - originally 2-20 AWG; adding 22-26 AWG
    • 8600 series - Alpha’s 300V moderate flex data cable - originally 22-28 AWG; adding 16-20 AWG. Expansion includes conductors & pairs.
      • PLTC rated for AWGS 16-22, and now carries UL 60C Oil, UL SUN RES, and UL AWM 21894

     

    Xtra-Guard Flex cables are the perfect solution for applications requiring flexibility and durability. They have outstanding oil, solvent, chemical & fuel resistance. Xtra-Guard Flex cables are ideal for industries such as robotics, C-track and conveyor systems, medical devices and much more. Try our samples today!

    To learn more about the Xtra-Guard product family, please be sure to contact your local Alpha Wire representative. Want to try any of the new flex cables in your current application? Visit www.alphawire.com for more information and to request FREE samples today!

     

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    • 20 Apr 2018
  • Alpha Wire Adds Cable Glands to its FIT Wire Management Product Family

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    Alpha Wire proudly announces the addition of cable glands to its robust product portfolio. As the latest extension to the FIT Wire Management family of accessories, cable glands provide a great solution for cable strain relief, sealing enclosures, along with cables and systems protection against flames, dust, and water in an industrial application.

    The collection includes a full range of easy installation glands available in three different types and in various sizes. Upon launch standard dome cable glands, flexible spiral cable glands, and hole plugs will be available in NPT, metric, and PG thread sizes. Our glands come equipped with chloroprene rubber seals and are safe for use in temperature ranging up to +150°C. The rubber seals provide excellent protection against dripping water and heightened water pressure in accordance with IP68.

    The cable glands feature a large clamping range and various approvals including IP66, IP68 (5 bar, 30min), UL 514, C22.2, and RoHS. Each gland is available in slate and comes sold in packages of 10 pieces.

    To learn more about cable glands or the FIT Wire Management product family, please contact your local Alpha Wire representative or visit www.alphawire.com to request FREE samples today!

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    • 27 Nov 2017
  • Alpha Wire Expands its Industrial Ethernet Collection

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    Alpha Essentials Ethernet cables now available in multiple categories and flexibility options

     

    Elizabeth, NJ, July 26, 2017 – Alpha Wire proudly announces the expansion of its Alpha Essentials collection by offering 10 new Industrial Ethernet products. The wide range of categories include PROFINET, CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, and CAT 7 to better serve your component integration and bandwidth needs (bandwidth capacity extends up to 10 Gbps (Gbit/s)). All new constructions are fully compatible with RJ45 connectors of either T-568A or T-568B pin assignments.

    Alpha Wire’s Alpha Essentials Ethernet cables are the perfect solution for discrete and process manufacturing, such as applications within the robotics, medical, and automation industries. The expanded offerings now include a CAT 7 construction (part number 74004) that will enable you to future-proof your industrial network. Part number 74010 is a CAT 6 PVC-jacketed Ethernet cable in a flat construction, ideal when space is at a premium.

     

    There are seven (7) new CAT 5e cables in the Alpha Essentials Ethernet offering, including two built to PROFINET industry standards (part numbers 74001 and 74005). PROFINET has proven to be one of the most reliable standards for industrial networking in automation, connecting devices and systems while promoting higher quality manufacturing. In addition to the PROFINET cables, there is a CAT 5e LSZH construction (part number 74007, ZH-PUR jacket) suitable for the medical and transportation industries.

     

    All cables in the expanded Alpha Essentials Ethernet line feature jacketing material of ZH-PUR, PVC, and TPE. These specific jackets are ideal for meeting the harshest environmental conditions. The temperature ranges for this collection fall between -40°C to +90°C. Cables are available in conductor sizes from 26-22 AWG, with varying flexibility (continuous, torsional, and moderate flex), and approvals (VW-1, EN 50173, ISO/IEC 11801, & more). Whether you need an Ethernet cable to meet harsh environments or flexibility for a moving application, there is a construction available to support your system.

     

    Standard constructions are not subject to minimum order quantity requirements and are available in 500 ft put up lengths (7602F offered in 500 ft and 1000 ft lengths).

    To learn more about Alpha Wire’s full line of Ethernet products, including the Xtra-Guard Industrial Ethernet family and the Alpha Essentials line, please contact your local Alpha Wire representative.

    Want to try any of the new Ethernet cables in your current application? Visit Alpha Wire’s website www.alphawire.com to request FREE samples today.

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    ABOUT ALPHA WIRE: For over 90 years, Alpha Wire has designed and manufactured industry-leading wire, cable, and tubing products for factory automation, packaging, automotive, alternative energy, medical, semiconductor fabrication and other technically advanced applications. Beyond giving our customers the cables they trust for quality and reliable high performance, we give them the committed service they deserve. We help customers find the best possible solutions to production and manufacturing challenges with small put-ups, custom cable development, logistical excellence, and broad inventory for dependable, same-day shipment.

    • 2 Aug 2017
  • Alpha Wire Releases All New 600V ThermoThin Hook-Up Wire

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    Alpha Wire is proud to announce the launch of its latest product line, ThermoThin. As the demand for smaller wire and cable becomes more apparent, Alpha Wire now offers ultra-thin hook-up wire with high-temperature capabilities. ThermoThin hook-up wire is built to withstand temperatures ranging from -150°C up to +300°C. In meeting the demand for a smaller wire, Alpha Wire looks to serve such industries as military, oil & gas, energy generation, and semiconductor applications with superior performance in extreme temperatures.

     

    Alpha’s ThermoThin Hook-Up wire (36 AWG to 16 AWG) features nickel-plated copper conductors and ECA fluoropolymer insulation. For 30 AWG and larger, ThermoThin passes UL AWM 11540, UL 80°C Oil, and UL horizontal flame rating. ThermoThin wire is RoHS2 and REACH compliant and has excellent UV, chemical, and water resistance. Upon launch, ThermoThin will be available in 10 standard jacket colors and 100 FT (30.5 m) or 1000 FT (305 m) put up lengths.

     

    To learn more about the new ThermoThin product line, please contact your local Alpha Wire representative.

     

    Want to try ThermoThin in your current application? Visit www.alphawire.com for more information or to request FREE samples today!

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    • 8 Jun 2017
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