DS3815RCC1BL099 - Gray Flat Ribbon Data Cable

SPECIFICATIONS:

Part Number: DS3815RCC1BL099
Manufacturer: General Electric
Series: Mark IV
Product Type: Gray Flat Ribbon Data Cable
Availability: In Stock
Country of Origin: United States

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION:

DS3815RCC1BL099 is a Gray Flat Ribbon Data Cable manufactured and designed by General Electric as part of the Mark IV Series used in GE Speedtronic Gas Turbine Control Systems. These cables are ideal for connecting various components within control systems, such as sensors, actuators, and controllers, ensuring reliable signal transmission and simplifying wiring tasks. Color coding in ribbon cables is crucial for identifying wires and ensuring correct connections. Each wire in a ribbon cable is typically color-coded according to a standardized scheme. For example:

• 10-wire cable: Brown, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Violet, Gray, White, and Black.

• 20-wire cable: This repeats the sequence with a stripe or other marking to differentiate it from the first set.

• 10, 14, 16, 20, 24, and 26 conductors: Suitable for different applications depending on the number of connections required.

• Wire gauge: Typically ranges from 28 AWG to 22 AWG, with 28 AWG being the most common for low-power signal transmission in control systems.

• IDC (Insulation Displacement Connectors): These allow for quick, tool-free connections by piercing the insulation of the wire and making contact with the conductor.

• D-Sub Connectors: Often used in conjunction with ribbon cables for reliable connections in control systems.

• Box Headers: Used on printed circuit boards (PCBs) to connect ribbon cables securely.

• Proper selection of connectors ensures reliable electrical connections, minimizes signal loss, and provides ease of installation and maintenance.

• Twisted Pair Ribbon Cables: Twisting pairs of wires can help reduce EMI by canceling out noise.

• Shielded Ribbon Cables: Adding a shielding layer around the ribbon cable can protect against external EMI.

• Proper Routing and Separation: Keeping ribbon cables away from high-power lines and sources of EMI can reduce interference.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What are the common uses of a ribbon cable?

Flat ribbon cables are commonly utilized for transmitting data and facilitating communication. They are often chosen for computer-related purposes serving as wiring, for components like drives and CD drives. Moreover, ribbon cables find application as wiring in various electronic devices and household appliances.

How can you perform a test on a ribbon cable?

To conduct testing on ribbon cables adjust your multimeter to continuity testing mode. This setting helps determine if there is a flow between different points along the cable. Look for the continuity testing mode on the dial or settings menu of your multimeter usually indicated by symbols like a diode or wave.

What is the method for calculating the pitch of a ribbon cable?

Here's how you can calculate it; For example, if the cable's width is 5mm. There are 9 contacts divided by 5mm by the number of contacts (9 + 1). This calculation yields 0.5mm as the pitch measurement, for the cable.