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Best practices for handling, routing and installation.
A few simple guidelines to follow during cable harness handling, routing and installation will extend their life, ensure peak performance, facilitate installation and repairs, and provide a visible sign of quality workmanship.
Damage to wires shortens the connection life and could impact the function of associated circuits. Dressing the wires and cables entering and exiting the bundle presents a neat appearance and facilitates future work on the cable. Strain relief on all terminated ends of a cable or harness will make it easier to install and facilitate an easier repair, if needed. Proper harness routing and shielding will ensure all signals reach their destination free of interference and crosstalk.
Damaged cable (like birdcaging, Figure 1) can be prevented by twisting the insulation from the end of the wire in the same direction and rate as the manufacturer's twist. This will make soldering into a cup or on a terminal...