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materials, supported by our unsurpassed regulatory, processing andmaterial science expertise.” Applications for the Plenstar series are Cat 3 to Cat 6 multi-conductor cables with a 75°C UL temperature rating, passing UL 444. Customization is possible for modified performance enhancements as needed, and custom colors can be developed.

Romex brand SIMpull NM-B-PCS Duo is clearly labeled as a power and control/ signal cable, and features a continuous stripe on its outer jacket for easy identification. A dimming signal input to the LED driver is typically supplied through a purple wire (+10VDC) and a gray wire (signal common). The individual purple and gray conductors of the control/signal component of the Duo cablematch this color convention to ensure that polarity of control wiring is maintained throughout the lighting system for proper operation. Fire-resistant jackets PolyOne has announced the launch of its new Geonä Plenstarä series of fire-resistant plenum cable jacketing. Said to be responding to a market need for flame retardance and low-smoke performance, the Plenstar series includes five grades of cable jacketing materials. All grades meet UL approvals for plenum applications, and offer the robust physical properties required for telecommunications cables. “The Geon brand has a long history of supplying vinyl solutions in the wire and cable industry,” said Jim Mattey, global marketing director, performance products and solutions, at PolyOne. “We are excited to provide multiple grades of plenum

Thread process protection

New PEM ® PreTect™ thread masking plugs from PennEngineering will protect the internal threads of self-clinching nuts and standoffs during paint and powder coating processes. The pre-installed silicone masking plugs are designed for self-clinching blind standoffs, through-hole standoffs, and nuts in thread sizes #4-40 to ¼-20 and M3 to M6. Plugs can be augmented for through-hole fastener types with a stretched polyester film for thread protection on the side opposite to the plug. When processes are complete, the plugs and film can be easily removed using a fine tip tool. provide permanent and reusable load-bearing threads in metal sheets too thin to be tapped, or where extruded or stamped threads would be impractical. Usually installed be impracti al. Usually installed All self-clinching fasteners

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