At Loos and Company, we are proud to have an extensive content library with technical information for a wide variety of topics. In today’s blog we will be breaking down the numerous sections of our technical information page. We will highlight topics such as standard-length tolerances, pulley dimeter, wire rope stretch, and many more!
Standard Length Tolerances:
The tolerances section of our page highlights the tolerances for cable assemblies and cut length cable. Our chart showcases tolerances in inches and can be found here.
Pulley Diameter:
Our pulley diameter guide shows the suitable sizes of pulleys for cables. Typically, the largest possible pulley sizes are the best for cable longevity. Our table has both a desirable minimum and critical minimum.
Wire Rope Stretch:
The wire rope stretch section of our page details structural and elastic stretch. This section of our page also has a cable stretch calculator. Stretch is always a concern in cable and wire rope applications, so it is important to factor in stretch when purchasing cable and wire rope products.
MIL-83420 Reference:
On our MIL-83240 reference table we list all of our government designations and display which diameter, construction, and Loos part # the code is referencing.
Jacket Tolerances:
Our tolerances chart outlines standard tolerances for jacketing a range of aircraft cables and wire ropes. We highlight the inner cable diameter, coated to outside diameter, and standard tolerance of outside diameter in inches.
Standard Points of Measure:
This section of our webpage shows the main points of measure in cable assemblies. We focus on the bearing point, center, and end of terminal.
Recommended Bend Radius:
To make your wire rope last longer, you need to have the right diameter rope for your application. Our bend radius guide has multiple informative tables you can check out here.
If you would like to learn more about these sections of our website, check out our technical information page here. Alternatively, if you have any other questions, our team is happy to help! Reach out to us by email at sales@loosco.com or by phone at (860) 928-7981.