Design Guideline Standard Control Cables
The basic specifications for each of the control series are defined on the accompanying capabilities chart. This chart shows the basic operational characteristics for each of the control series. Load carrying capability and bend radius are the distinguishing operating characteristics between series.
The standard configurations described on the following pages accommodate applications where input and/or output actions have straight push-pull motion. Where an arc articulation is required, a ball joint connector is recommended (See Accessories for selection). Rigid mounting of control cable end fittings is achieved with jam nuts and washers on the threaded portions of the main sleeves.
When required by a specific application, a number of options are available for sealing the control from the environment.
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300 Series
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400 Series
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500 Series
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600 Series
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Loads
Maximum recommended tension & compression
Normal Duty:
Limited Duty:
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75 lbs.
150 lbs.
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100 lbs.
200 lbs.
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150 lbs.
300 lbs
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500 lbs.
1000 lbs
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Bend Radius
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6 in.
4 in.
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7 in.
4 in.
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7 in.
4 in.
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7 in.
4 in.
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Weights
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Approx.
0.14 lb/ft
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Approx.
0.19 lb/ft
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Approx.
0.31 lb/ft
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Approx.
0.50 lb/ft
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Temperature Range
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Bare casing (M): -65 F to +450 F
Vinyl covered casing (MV): -20 F to +350 F
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Lubrication
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Not required
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Flexibility
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Multi-plane bends allowable
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Test Requirements
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MIL-C-7958, MIL-STD-810
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Efficiency
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90-98%
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Materials
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CRES (Stainless Steel) / Vinyl (covering)
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Length (a)
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Minimum 30 inches
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Support Clamping
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Recommended every 3 feet
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Maintenance
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None required
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Shipping & Storage
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Figure "8"(b)
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(a) Lengths greater than 50 ft. will be supplied in (2) or more equal lengths with appropriate couplings.
(b) Control cables are best shipped and stored in the figure "8" configuration received from the factory. This minimizes the possibility of damage.
- Normal duty assumes a minimum product life of 100,000 cycles.
- Rated compression loads are limited to 4 inch maximum stroke.
- Duty cycles greater than 100,000 cycles can be achieved with increased bend radii on the control.
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