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Common Questions About Security and Alarm Cables, Answered

Not sure which type of security or alarm cable your facility or system needs? Hopefully, these answers to common questions can help!

What cable is used for alarm systems?

Security and alarm systems are usually wired with…

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Added by Greg Anixter on April 27, 2023 at 5:38am — No Comments

Marine Battery & Cable Maintenance

Your boat’s battery is necessary to start the engine, power the electrical system, including lights and navigation, and much more.

For boats powered by a trolling motor, it i the only power source for the vessel.

Without it, you would be dead in the water.

With that said, here are some high-level ways to take…

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Added by Greg Anixter on April 10, 2023 at 1:01am — No Comments

Welding Cable for Sale: Three Key Features to Assess

When you’ve got welding cable on its last legs and are looking for a replacement, one of the best things you can do is buy an exact match for the cable you’ve been using (assuming you were using a suitable cable in the first place).

That isn’t always possible, so if you’re looking for welding cable for…

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Added by Greg Anixter on March 6, 2023 at 6:43am — No Comments

Factors to Look Out for When Selecting a Boat Battery Cable

Whether you’re an experienced boater or just getting started, it’s important to make sure your boat is properly outfitted with the right battery cables. Boat batteries provide power to the many electrical components of your boat, and the battery cables are responsible for transferring that power safely and efficiently. Selecting the right cables is essential to making sure your boat runs smoothly and that you’re able to enjoy your time on the water.…

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Added by Greg Anixter on February 20, 2023 at 2:25am — No Comments

Why It's so Important to Use Marine Electrical Wire

When it comes to safety and performance on the water, the quality of the electrical wiring on your boat is essential. Marine electrical wire is designed to withstand the harsh conditions of the marine environment, making it the ideal choice for boats of all sizes and types.

The wire that…

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Added by Greg Anixter on February 1, 2023 at 2:10am — No Comments

What Is Belden Fire Alarm Cable?

When it comes to electrical wiring and cabling, it's important to make sure that you are using the right type of cable for the job. With respect to fire alarm systems, the cable you use is even more important as it needs to be able to withstand the heat, smoke, and other hazards associated with a fire. It also needs to be operable in times of crisis, which is its main function. That's why it's important to use quality cables like…

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Added by Greg Anixter on January 23, 2023 at 1:52am — No Comments

Two Important Things You Need to Know About Marine Electrical Wire

Do you own a boat? Are you a member of a ship’s crew? Are you a ship’s mechanic or an electrician by trade?

If you answer yes to any of these questions, you will at some point or other come across marine electrical wire in the course of your career.…

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Added by Greg Anixter on January 17, 2023 at 3:01am — No Comments

Wire Voltage Ratings, Explained

Voltage rating is one of the most basic, fundamental ratings associated with electrical wire and cable, given in volts.

Voltage itself is a measurement of electrical potential, calculated by multiplying a given electrical current (in amperes, I), by the resistance of a conductor, (in ohms, Ω).

The material of the conductor, as well as the…

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Added by Greg Anixter on December 26, 2022 at 2:44am — No Comments

Obtaining the Most Agile Welding Cable for Sale

Agility is important for a few kinds of electrical wires, but it isn't required for all of them for the same rationale. With this in mind, marine battery cable is often designed to be very pliable to fit through a boat's tight spaces more readily.

Welding cables for sale are another…

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Added by Greg Anixter on October 3, 2022 at 4:58am — No Comments

Is Marine Battery Wire Silver?

If you’ve ever done any wiring on a boat, whether you’re in the electrical trade or just a casual boater, this is a legitimate question. After all, stripping marine battery wire will expose some silvery filaments that do, after all, look silver.

So are they? Let’s look at what qualifies…

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Added by Greg Anixter on September 19, 2022 at 3:11am — No Comments

3 Factors To Take Into Account When Choosing Battery Cables

When talking about battery management systems of any kind, battery cables are among the most important components. It does not matter if we´re talking about automotive or marine battery cables, they must ensure you always have stable power and prevent battery drain.

This not…

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Added by Greg Anixter on June 13, 2022 at 6:10am — No Comments

3 Factors To Take Into Account When Choosing Battery Cables

When talking about battery management systems of any kind, battery cables are among the most important components. It does not matter if we´re talking about automotive or marine battery cables, they must ensure you always have stable power and prevent battery drain.







This not only means that they have to be properly secured and protected. Size and gauge play a vital role when choosing the right battery cable for your system.



Here are three things you must always… Continue

Added by Greg Anixter on June 13, 2022 at 6:09am — No Comments

3 Factors To Take Into Account When Choosing Battery Cables

When talking about battery management systems of any kind, battery cables are among the most important components. It does not matter if we´re talking about automotive or marine battery cables, they must ensure you always have stable power and prevent battery drain.

This not only means that they have to be properly…

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Added by Greg Anixter on June 13, 2022 at 6:09am — No Comments

What Makes Marine Battery Cables and Terminals So Special?

Owning a boat requires a lot of work if you want to keep it in top shape for the next outing. Washing and waxing the fiberglass hull, cleaning up the bilge so you can spot leaking fluids, lubricating where needed, flushing your engine…

However, one of the most important things to be concerned about is making sure your electrical system works properly. You really don't want to have a…

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Added by Greg Anixter on June 7, 2022 at 6:30am — No Comments

Why Fire Alarm Plenum and Riser Ratings Are So Important

Fire alarm cable is of the utmost importance to public safety, as it allows the different nodes within a fire alarm system to communicate. If there’s a problem with the wiring and the system can’t communicate, it can’t relay important information about heat, smoke detection, or carbon monoxide to other nodes, smoke detectors, or…

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Added by Greg Anixter on May 11, 2022 at 6:19am — No Comments

What To Look For When Buying Marine Electrical Cables

Purchasing your first boat is a uniquely liberating experience. The thought of being able to sail away from worries, being alone at sea, spending quality time with your family aboard, or even traveling at leisure, are all ideas that cross most people's minds every once in a while. However, anyone with an IQ of room temperature knows that owning a boat comes with a new host of responsibilities that need to be properly taken care of if they want their dream to…

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Added by Greg Anixter on April 22, 2022 at 5:26am — No Comments

Are Marine Electrical Wires The Same As Regular Cables?

In the world of electronics, there is a huge overlap between the different uses of electrical components in various industries. The reason is that anything powered by electricity needs wiring, and they are made according to widely general principles.

However, certain environments and uses can push electrical components to the limit, or prove to be extremely taxing for regular…

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Added by Greg Anixter on April 12, 2022 at 1:43am — 1 Comment

Why Are Security and Alarm Cables So Important?

Many appliances in our homes deserve more attention than what they usually get. That is the case of fire alarms, CCTV systems, motion sensors, keypads, and devices that make our homes and businesses safer but stay out of sight and out of mind for most of us. However, these devices are just as important as televisions or refrigerators.

Security cables are the unsung heroes among home…

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Added by Greg Anixter on January 27, 2022 at 7:18am — No Comments

Marine Battery Cables and Terminals: A Short Q&A

Is your boat’s electrical system on the fritz? Do you need to make a new connection to your boat’s batteries? Thinking of tackling the project on your own?

If you do, make sure you use the right tools and parts for the job - which includes dedicated marine battery wire for any wiring jobs or connections.

And in case you have any questions about…

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Added by Greg Anixter on December 22, 2021 at 6:04am — No Comments

Things To Look Out For When Looking For Welding Cable For Sale

Are looking for a welding cable for sale online? If you are, then you must be aware of what they are designed for—not for an undemanding profession, that’s for sure. Welding cable is designed for electric arc-welding machines, it is a conductor that carries the power to fire up the metal rod so that a welding professional can get the work done. However, for a welding…

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Added by Greg Anixter on November 2, 2021 at 6:04am — No Comments

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