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Cable Assembly vs Wire Harness: what’s the difference

Cable Assembly vs Wire Harness: what’s the difference (and which one do you actually need)? If you searched “cable assembly vs wire harness”, you’re probably trying to answer one of these questions: “What should I ask my supplier for so I don’t look like I’m ordering ‘that thing with wires’?” “Will this survive vibration, moisture, heat, solvents… or the reality of people being people?” “Is this a simple point-to-point cable, or a branching octopus of connections inside my system?” Here’s the answer upfront: A cable assembly is usually a point-to-point connection

Ponožkový den – Světový den Downova syndromu

Nebáli jsme se být jiní – a tak jsme si v tenhle speciální den každý nazuli dvě úplně jiné ponožky. Barevné, praštěné, prostě takové, že by se i jednorožec zastavil a řekl „respect“. Tímhle malým

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CABLE ASSEMBLY DESIGN

Cable Design Tool 2.0

Design your custom cable effortlessly with our innovative Cable Design Tool. It’s the easiest, fastest way to go from concept to finished product. Try it—it’s 100% free. Submit your design, and let our technicians provide a competitive quote.
  • A truly intuitive and visual way to design cable assemblies
  • Create, save, and organize your projects seamlessly
  • Share and collaborate on projects with colleagues
  • Use our library or create your own cable templates
  • Access a vast library of connectors, wires, and backshells with stock info
  • Add your own connectors and wires
  • Generate detailed PDF documentation with a single click
  • Chat directly with our cable technicians
  • Runs in your browser—no installation needed
  • And much more

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OUR PROCESS

How it Works

At Pickering Connect, we make custom cable assembly easy and efficient. Our streamlined process ensures that your project runs smoothly from design to delivery. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how it works:

1. Create Your Cable Assembly Design

Use our intuitive Cable Design Tool to easily draw your design. If you get stuck at any phase of the project, simply reach out to our technicians using the built-in chat for assistance.

2. Design Review and Feedback

Once your design is complete, our technicians will review your project and provide feedback to improve manufacturability, performance, and cost-efficiency.

3. Product Manufacture and Shipping

After you approve the project, we will manufacture the cable and ship it to you, anywhere in the world.

Don’t Want to Draw Your Design?

Do you already have a design drawing and don’t feel like redrawing it? Simply send it over, and we’ll handle the rest.

* Please note that additional charges may apply.