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Wires and cables are everywhere, no matter where you are. They are buried in the ground or run overhead or installed behind the walls. As cables are designed for a specific requirement, it is important to choose the right cable with the right ratings for the right purpose. The right selection of cables is not important for the reliable power supply but it is also important for the safety of people, devices and property.

As one of the leading cable manufacturers, we share with you some useful insights on cable ratings:

What are cable ratings?

These ratings help you understand the parameters within which a cable can be safely used. Cables are manufactured as per voltage, current capacity, operating maximum temperature and purpose of applications.

• Operating temperature: It refers to the minimum and maximum temperature that the cable can safely operate. This operating temperature is determined by the insulation material around the cable. Rubber, PVC, varnished cambric and polyethene are some commonly used insulating materials that have a different upper and lower range of temperatures.

• Voltage rating: The voltage rating of a cable is the highest voltage that the cable can withstand. The voltage specifications are mentioned on the cable drum.

• Current rating: Current rating defines the current carrying capacity of a wire. It tells you how much current a wire or a set of wires can carry without overheating. Expressed in amperage (amps), the current rating is mentioned on the outer coating of the wire.

Cable safety - an important factor in cable selection

If you are in the process of selecting a cable manufacturer, make sure that the company you zero in on has an intensive quality assurance inspection in place. As one of the leading cable manufacturers, our cables and wires go through an intensive quality assurance inspection, which is endorsed by certifications of several national and international monitoring agencies. Our cables and wires are used in more than 80 countries across the world.

These certifications are a testament to our commitment to deliver cables and wires that are safe and reliable. 

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Electricity is a safe and convenient source of energy for heat, light and power in your home provided it is distributed in properly conducted and correctly sized conductors. Having a good wiring system in your home is essential as it is safe and energy-efficient.

One of the most critical aspects of ensuring a safe wiring job is making tight electrical connections. If the wires come loose, it could lead to overheating and even electrical fires. But thanks to reliable terminals and conductors, having a safe, strong electrical connection is fairly easy. By paying attention to the below details, you can now stop worrying if your wiring job is as safe as it can possibly be.

Choose the right conductor Wire connectors are available in many different sizes. They are specifically made to join a certain minimum and maximum number of wires and before purchasing, you must always check the approved list on the packaging to ensure the connector is the right one for the desired wire combination. It is advisable to keep a range of small to large connectors and their respective packaging handy to eliminate the chances of using a wrong connector size.

Before tightening, line up the wire ends It is important to line up the ends of all wires before twisting on the conductor. If not done correctly, all wires will not be clamped evenly in the connector, increasing the chance of one or more wires slipping out.

Buy a wire-stripping tool A faster and cleaner way to remove the plastic coating of a wire is to use a wire-stripper. There are several brands of wire-strippers available in the market, so make sure you buy the one that best suits your requirement.

Cut off bent or twisted ends When wires get bent or twisted, they get weaker and don’t nest together easily in the wire connector. Before reconnecting wires to a switch or outlet, or re-join several wires to a connector, it is advisable to cut off the bent wire ends and use a wire-stripper to strip the wire’s insulation to expose a clean, straight wire. This step may take a few extra seconds but it ensures your wire connection is better and safe.