Choosing the Correct Conduit for Your Vehicle Harness

When a harness is designed it is very important that the critical cables get the protection that they need.  This has never been so important as the electronics on vehicles becomes ever more complex, from satellite navigation to engine management systems monitoring engine performance.

Harnessflex has a comprehensive range of conduits specifically designed to meet the needs of this ever changing market.  Firstly the standard NC range of conduits offers high impact strength and resistance to hazardous fluids and has a proven track record on a wide range of vehicles including trucks, tractors, backhoe and earth movers and other specialist vehicles used in the agricultural, construction, and military fields.

Secondly the conduit may be subject to flexing such as in the case of cabling on the articulated arm of a backhoe loader.  In this sort of application Harnessflex can offer HNC conduits which offer the greater flexibility as well as being able to operate at low temperatures without losing its impact resistance.

Another area where conduit is used and has its own requirements is in areas such as cabs where the flammability and toxity has to be taken into account.  In these situation CPC conduit is an option as it is halogen free, flame retardant and has very low toxity.  This conduit also has the added benefit of being resistant to chemicals and hydrocarbons making it ideal for marine applications.

Finally there are the applications where temperature is the driving factor.  This is an area that is becoming more crucial as engine temperatures rise due to the changes in engine design to meet the new global emissions regulations especially around turbos.  In these application Harnessflex can offer PKC conduit, this is a high temperature conduit that also offers super low fire hazard and superior mechanical strength to any other conduit in the market.

All of these conduits are backed up by a large range of tee's, Y pieces, fittings and backshells making Harnessflex one of the leading providers of cable and interface protection in the world.

For further information on “Choosing the Correct Conduit for Your Vehicle Harness” visits the Harnessflex website www.harnessflex.com. Or contact us on 01675 468222.

28 September 2010