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  • Q Can samples be produced and are they free of charge?

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    We can provide samples, and if the product value is low, we can send samples for free; If the value and price of the product are high, producing samples also requires a significant cost, which would already require payment.
  • Q How to avoid insulation cracking when laying polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) insulated cables in low-temperature environments (-40 ℃)?

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    Pre treatment before installation: 
    ① Preheat the cable (using a hot air gun, temperature 50-60 ℃, for 10-15 minutes to avoid local overheating); 
    ② The minimum bending radius during laying must be ≥ 10 times the outer diameter of the cable (static laying) or 15 times (dynamic laying), and "dead bending" (bending angle>90 °) is prohibited; 
    ③ Adopting a toothless cable pulley (to avoid scratching the insulation), the traction force is controlled within 15% of the conductor fracture strength. If it has cracked, the damaged section needs to be cut off and a new joint needs to be made (using a flared connector to avoid insulation stress during tightening).
  • Q During the production of RF coaxial cables (such as RG-402), the standing wave ratio (VSWR) exceeds the standard (>) 1.2@18GHz )How to identify process defects?

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    Key troubleshooting points: 
    ① The roundness of the inner conductor (Z0 fluctuation when tolerance>± 0.01mm) needs to be monitored online with a laser caliper (roundness ≤ 0.005mm); 
    ② Insulation medium concentricity (uneven field strength distribution when eccentricity>5%), adjust extrusion die concentricity (error ≤ 2%); 
    ③ The welding quality of the outer conductor (impedance mutation caused by virtual welding) is achieved by argon arc welding (welding current 8-12A, speed 15-20 m/min), followed by eddy current testing after welding;
    ④ The tension fluctuation of the cable (causing tensile deformation of the insulation layer) is controlled by a constant tension control system (tension fluctuation ≤± 2%). After debugging, use a network analyzer (8753ES) to scan and test VSWR across the entire frequency range (0.1~26.5GHz).
  • Q What are the main factors affecting the delivery time of special cables? How to shorten the delivery time?

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    Main factors:
    ① Material procurement cycle (special materials such as polyimide film require 4-6 weeks); 
    ② Process complexity (such as customized tooling for laser wire stripping and multi-core twisting); 
    ③ Test items (such as high and low temperature cycle testing, which takes 1-2 weeks).
     
    Measures taken to shorten delivery time: 
    ① Lock in commonly used material inventory in advance (such as copper conductors, conventional insulation materials); ② Adopting modular design (such as standardized shielding structure); 
    ③ Parallel sample testing and material procurement (after customer confirmation of the plan); 
    ④ Simplify non critical testing (such as routine performance that has been verified by customers can be exempted from inspection).
  • Q When customizing deep-sea exploration cables, customers only provide the requirement of "water pressure resistance of 6000 meters". How to refine the technical parameters?

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    Key parameters to be supplemented: 
    ① Electrical performance (rated voltage AC 3kV/DC 5kV, insulation resistance ≥ 100M Ω· km); 
    ② Mechanical properties (dynamic tensile strength ≥ 50kN, bending life ≥ 10 ⁴ times @ bending radius 10 × OD); 
    ③ Environmental parameters (working temperature -20~60 ℃, seawater salinity 3.5%, resistance to microbial corrosion); ④ Special functions (whether to integrate fiber optic sensing and buoyancy adjustment requirements). Suggest providing the equipment operation depth curve (including instantaneous impact pressure) and designing the armor layer (316L stainless steel wire, diameter 3mm, Z-type lock armor structure) according to API 17E standard.
  • Q What information does the customer need to provide for customizing special cables?

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    The customer needs to provide: 
    ① Application scenarios (such as aviation engine compartments/deep-sea exploration equipment); 
    ② Electrical parameters (rated voltage (AC/DC), current, signal type (analog/digital), impedance, transmission frequency); ③ Environmental parameters (temperature range, humidity, corrosive media (oil/chemical corrosion), electromagnetic interference intensity; 
    ④ Mechanical properties (bending radius (static/dynamic), wear resistance, tensile strength); 
    ⑤ Structural requirements (number/diameter of conductor strands, insulation/sheath material grade, shielding method (weaving/winding/foil), color/printing, minimum bending radius); 
    ⑥ Installation method: fixed laying/mobile drag chain, buried/overhead/underwater;
    ⑦ Certification requirements (compliance with industry standards such as UL/CE/CCC/EN); 
    ⑧ Testing standards (such as withstand voltage test, insulation resistance test, combustion test).
  • Q How to accurately control the buoyancy deviation of the zero buoyancy cable of underwater robots during operation exceeding ± 5% (design buoyancy of 0kg/m)?

    A Through the synergistic regulation of "material density+structural cavity":
    ① Select low-density polyethylene (LDPE) foam sheath (density 0.7~0.9g/cm ³, foam ratio 30%~50%, control density by adjusting nitrogen injection amount);
    ② Hollow microspheres (glass microspheres, density 0.2g/cm ³, volume ratio 15%~20%) are embedded in the cable core;
    ③ Calculation formula: Buoyancy (kg/m)=(sheath volume+cavity volume) × 1 (water density) - total cable mass (kg/m). By adjusting the foaming ratio and microsphere content, the buoyancy is controlled within ± 3%. A suspension test (24 hours) needs to be conducted in the pool to verify stability.
  • Q How can the structural design of submarine cables cope with deep-sea high voltage and corrosive environments?

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    Adopting a "layered protection" structure:
    ① Conductor: high-purity oxygen free copper (OFHC) or aluminum alloy, ensuring low resistance and corrosion resistance;
    ② Insulation layer: high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE), with water pressure resistance greater than 100MPa (corresponding to 10000m deep sea);
    ③ Shielding layer: lead alloy sheath (anti seawater penetration)+copper tape wrapping (anti electrochemical corrosion);
    ④ Buffer layer: asphalt+polypropylene rope, absorbing mechanical impact during laying;
    ⑤ Armor layer: double-layer galvanized steel wire (shallow sea) or stainless steel strip (deep sea), tensile strength>2000N/mm ²;
    ⑥ Outer sheath: high-density polypropylene (PP), resistant to marine organism adhesion and UV aging.
     
  • Q How to optimize the sealing structure of ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) waterproof cables when water leakage occurs (insulation resistance <100MΩ) after repeated deployment and retrieval?

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    Strengthen the "radial + axial" dual sealing: 
    ① Radial sealing: Extrude hot-melt adhesive (melting point 80~100°C) between the insulation layer and inner sheath, and wrap (water-swelling ratio ≥300%). 
    ② Axial sealing: Fill the conductor strands gaps with butyl rubber sealing compound (viscosity 50,000~80,000 mPa·s), and wrap steel armor after cabling (overlap rate ≥25%). 
    ③ Dynamic sealing: Use a combination of "O-ring (fluororubber) + wedge-shaped sealing component" at the connector, with a compression rate controlled at 20%~30%.  The insulation resistance must meet ≥500MΩ after passing the immersion test (1000m depth × 24h).
     
  • Q What is the difference between waterproof cables and submarine power cables?

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    Waterproof cable: A specialized cable designed to operate in wet, submerged, or high-pressure deep-sea environments. It features excellent waterproof sealing, corrosion resistance, stable electrical transmission, and electromagnetic interference resistance. Typically composed of three parts—a conductor, a sheath, and an insulating layer—it supplies power and signal control to underwater robots and holds broad application prospects in fields such as underwater communication, offshore oil and gas extraction, and ocean observation.
     
    R1: "Rivers and Lakes" must be translated as "Rivers and Lakes"  Undersea cables: Primarily used for power transmission or communication connections in underwater environments such as beneath the seabed, rivers, and lakes. They can be categorized into power cables, communication cables, or optically powered composite cables, with structures and performance designed to meet requirements such as long-distance laying, deep-sea high pressure, and high-capacity transmission.
     
    Summary: The two have different application scenarios and design requirements.
  • Q How to improve the radiation resistance of nuclear fusion cables when the insulation layer is brittle and cracked under neutron radiation (flux 10 ¹⁴ n/cm ² · s)?

    A The core lies in material modification and structural enhancement:
    ① The insulation adopts a composite layer of irradiated cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) and mica tape (mica content ≥ 95%, pre crosslinked by gamma rays, and resistant to radiation dose ≥ 2000kGy);
    ② Conductors are made of nickel based alloys (such as Inconel 600), with nickel plating (thickness 5 μ m) on the surface to prevent high-temperature oxidation;
    ③ The sheath is made of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) (Tg=143 ℃, elongation at break ≥ 40%, strength retention rate after irradiation ≥ 80%). Insulation resistance (≥ 500M Ω· km) and tensile properties (fracture strength retention rate ≥ 70%) need to be tested after cobalt source irradiation test (1000kGy).
  • Q What are the application scenarios of nuclear fusion cables?

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    Nuclear fusion cable is one of the key technologies supporting the operation of controllable nuclear fusion devices, mainly used for power transmission and magnetic confinement systems of fusion devices.
     
    It can be divided into superconducting cables and high-temperature superconducting cables. The TF (circumferential field) and PF (polar field) superconducting cables in tokamak devices provide stable power transmission for strong magnetic field confinement. The fusion reactor power generation system achieves efficient energy transmission from the fusion reactor to the power grid, reduces losses, and improves energy utilization efficiency.
     
  • Q How to select oil resistant cables for CNC machine tools with insulation swelling rate exceeding 20% after long-term contact with cutting oil (including mineral oil and esters)?

    A Selection based on oil type: ① Choose chloroprene rubber (CR) insulation for mineral oil environment (swelling rate ≤ 15%, in accordance with IEC 60811-2-1 standard); ② Choose hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR) or perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) (swelling rate ≤ 8%) for ester/synthetic oil environments; ③ Cross linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation shall be selected for high-temperature (>120 ℃) oil environment (temperature resistance class 150 ℃, aging resistance superior to rubber). When selecting, an oil sample composition report must be provided, and a third-party immersion test (70 ℃ × 168h) must be commissioned for verification.
  • Q How to eliminate electromagnetic interference when cables of medical imaging equipment (e.g., MRI) exhibit image artifacts in a strong magnetic field (3T)?

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    The design must adopt a "full shielding + magnetic isolation" approach:  ① Inner shielding uses silver-plated copper tape (overlap rate ≥90%) + outer shielding employs high-permeability permalloy tape (μ≥8000) to form a magnetic shielding cavity;  ② The cable adopts a twisted pair structure (pitch 5~10mm) to reduce loop area (≤0.1cm²) and minimize flux coupling;  ③ Connectors at both ends use non-magnetic materials (titanium alloy housing) to avoid eddy current formation;  ④ The shielding layer employs "multiple-point grounding" (spacing ≤1m) with a grounding resistance ≤0.5Ω.  S-parameter testing (S21<-80dB@1MHz) must be conducted to ensure shielding effectiveness.
     
  • Q After vibration testing (10~2000Hz, acceleration 20g), the aerospace high-performance transmission conductor experienced core breakage. What are the causes and improvement solutions?

    A Reasons: ① Excessive single wire diameter (>0.2mm) of the conductor results in insufficient flexibility; ② Strong bonding force between the insulation layer and the conductor (without a buffer layer) causes shear stress concentration during vibration.  Improvement solution: Use a stranded conductor made of 7×37 fine copper wires (single wire diameter 0.08mm) with a minimum elongation at break of ≥30%. Apply a 0.05mm thick polyimide film buffer layer around the conductor. Select vibration-resistant fluororubber insulation (Shore A hardness 60±5) and verify compliance with IEC 60068-2-6 vibration testing (no core breakage under continuous 2000Hz vibration for 8 hours).
  • Q How to improve the phase stability of stable-phase low-loss cables when the phase shift exceeds ±30°/m during temperature cycling (-40°C~85°C) testing?

    A The key lies in the matching of materials and structure:  ① Select low CTE (coefficient of thermal expansion) materials for the dielectric (e.g., PTFE with CTE=100×10⁻⁶/℃, which can be reduced to 50×10⁻⁶/℃ by adding ceramic micro-powder);  ② Use Invar (Ni36) or titanium alloy (CTE≈1.2×10⁻⁶/℃) for the inner conductor, forming a thermally matched structure with the outer conductor (silver-plated copper tube);  ③ Employ spiral-wound shielding (rather than straight-welded shielding) to minimize stress concentration during thermal deformation. Testing requires real-time phase drift monitoring using a network analyzer in conjunction with a high-low temperature chamber.
  • Q What are the possible causes of signal jitter when high-speed data cables transmit at 10Gbps or above? How to solve it?

    A The possible causes are:  ① Excessive tangent of dielectric loss angle (tanδ) (increased dielectric polarization loss at high frequencies);  ② Uneven conductor twisting causing characteristic impedance (Z0) fluctuations (standard requirement Z0=100±5Ω);  ③ Insufficient shielding layer coverage (electromagnetic coupling interference intensifies when below 95%).  Solutions:  Select low-loss dielectric materials such as FEP or foamed PE
    ( tanδ<0.001@1GHz), employ precision twisting processes (pitch error≤±2%), implement dual-layer shielding (aluminum foil + tin-plated copper mesh, coverage≥98%), and calibrate impedance consistency using a vector network analyzer (VNA).
  • Q How to assess the quality of special cables?

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    Material: Insulation layer thickness meets standards (±0.1mm), shielding coverage ≥85% (braided shielding).
     
    Test Report: Thermal Cycling (-40°C~150°C, 1000 cycles without cracking), Insulation Resistance (≥100MΩ·km).
     
    Appearance: Clear markings (model/specification/certification), no bulges/scratches.
    Certification: Whether it has passed authoritative certifications such as UL (USA), CE (EU), and CCC (China).
  • Q What are the core advantages of low-smoke and halogen-free cables?

    A The material releases low smoke (light transmittance ≥60%) and is halogen-free (Cl⁻/Br⁻ content <50mg/kg) when burned, reducing toxic and corrosive gases, minimizing risks of casualties and equipment damage, making it suitable for densely populated areas such as subways, hospitals, and high-rise buildings.
  • Q What are the temperature resistance range and application scenarios of high-temperature cables?

    A The temperature resistance range is typically -60°C to 200°C (for silicone rubber material) or -200°C to 300°C (for fluoroplastic material), suitable for high-temperature environments such as metallurgy, kilns, and new energy battery compartments.

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