1857/19 BR005

Single Conductor Cables (Hook-Up Wire)

Since its introduction in 1857, hook-up wires with single conductors have seen widespread application in fields such as communications, instrumentation, lighting and power distribution. Single conductor cables are usually composed of a single conductor or insulated wire, although many varieties and combinations may be used for a particular application.The design requirements of hook-up wires depend on the purpose and environment of the intended application, but typically they must be characterized by high flexibility, mechanical soundness, dielectric strength, and resistance to environmental conditions. In 1857, the BR005 application field was created to set specific requirements and standardize the production of hook-up wire for the U.K. defense forces. These requirements remain largely unchanged, even in the modern era. The working principle of a single-conductor hook-up wire involves the movement of a small number of electrons (known as conduction) through a conductor made from either silver or copper. The small number of electrons gives the wire its electrical qualities. The wire is insulated by a polymer material such as plastic or rubber and is wrapped in a woven sheath to protect the conductor from wear and tear.The most common types of single- Conductor hook-up wires are twisted pair wires and shielded cables. Twisted pair wires consist of two insulated conductors twisted around each other. This twisting helps diminish the effect of external interference on the electrical signal, resulting in better overall signal quality. Shielded cables are also used in some applications, where an outer shield made from an electrically conductive material is wrapped around the entire bundle of wires for additional protection.The standard international practice is to color-code the insulation on hook-up wires. This allows for easy identification of the wire, its purpose and its specific requirements. For example, a red-colored wire generally indicates that it is meant to carry a positive electrical signal, while a black-colored wire typically indicates that it is meant to carry a negative signal. This color-coding is regularly updated to ensure compatibility with new types of equipment. When it comes to selecting a single-conductor hook-up wire, there are certain considerations you will need to take into account. The most important factors are the operating temperature, environment and application. High-temperature insulation materials are available for wires that are exposed to extreme heat, while waterproof insulation may be necessary for wet environments. You will also need to ensure that the wire is the correct size for the load or equipment it has to serve. Understanding the application field, specifications and working principle of single-conductor cables is essential for successful installation and operation of electrical systems. The BR005 standard from 1857 set the framework for the use of these types of hook-up wires and is still used in the modern era. Understanding the various selection criteria, such as insulation type and wire size, is also important when selecting the correct wire for the job.

1857657-2	TE Connectiv...	13.36 $	590	FEMALE CONNECTOR
1857700150	Weidmuller	23.57 $	1000	CONN VALVE PLUG
1857710300	Weidmuller	25.98 $	1000	CONN VALVE PLUG
1857701000	Weidmuller	36.56 $	1000	CONN VALVE PLUG
1857922	Phoenix Cont...	7.01 $	246	TERM BLOCK PLUG 6POS STR ...
1857/19 BR005	Alpha Wire	95.42 $	35	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG BROWN...
1857362	Phoenix Cont...	3.44 $	1000	TERM BLOCK PLUG 3POS STR ...
1857220-1	TE Connectiv...	1.01 $	1000	SPRING PROBE CONNECTOR
1857720150	Weidmuller	36.13 $	1000	CONN VALVE PLUG
1857/19 GR005	Alpha Wire	95.42 $	21	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG GREEN...
RP34L-5PA-2SC(1857)	Hirose Elect...	0.0 $	1000	CONN PLUG STRAIGHT POWR S...
1857680500	Weidmuller	18.51 $	1000	CABLE CONN 4POLECable Ass...
1857724-4	TE Connectiv...	0.13 $	30000	SHIELD FINGER
1857/19 BR001	Alpha Wire	254.2 $	3	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG BROWN...
1857167-2	TE Connectiv...	0.79 $	1000	MQS PIN HEADER CONNECTOR ...
1857 SL005	Alpha Wire	49.59 $	8	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG SLATE...
1857977	Phoenix Cont...	12.94 $	6	TERM BLOCK PLUG 11POS STR...
1857502-1	TE Connectiv...	1.8 $	1000	2 P BATTERY CONNECTOR
1857951	Phoenix Cont...	10.51 $	21	TERM BLOCK PLUG 9POS STR ...
1857671000	Weidmuller	20.76 $	1000	CABLE CONN 3POLECable Ass...
1857 WR005	Alpha Wire	49.59 $	1000	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG WHT/R...
1857 SL001	Alpha Wire	239.18 $	1000	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG SLATE...
1857993	Phoenix Cont...	13.79 $	1000	TERM BLOCK PLUG 13POS STR...
1857381-1	TE Connectiv...	0.99 $	1000	CONN MOD JACK 6P6C VERT U...
1857211-2	TE Connectiv...	2.23 $	632	SCREW RETAINER MALE M3 TH...
18578-000	Omron Automa...	0.0 $	1000	BATTERY EXT CHARGE 72AH
1857/19 RD005	Alpha Wire	91.76 $	6	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG RED 1...
1857/19 WH001	Alpha Wire	254.2 $	1000	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG WHITE...
1857 BK005	Alpha Wire	49.59 $	29	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG BLACK...
1857 YL001	Alpha Wire	239.18 $	2	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG YELLO...
1857 WY005	Alpha Wire	49.59 $	1000	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG WHT/Y...
1857/19 VI001	Alpha Wire	254.2 $	1	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG VIOLE...
1857561000	Weidmuller	14.43 $	1000	CABLE PLUG 4POLECable Ass...
1857773-1	TE Connectiv...	1.74 $	1000	SPRING PROBE CONTACT SMD
1857689	Phoenix Cont...	0.83 $	1000	TERM BLOCK HDR 3POS VERT ...
1857164-1	TE Connectiv...	4.13 $	1000	CARD BUS HDR W/O SHIELD, ...
1857 VI005	Alpha Wire	49.59 $	1000	HOOK-UP STRND 18AWG VIOLE...
1857440000	Weidmuller	53.61 $	1000	DEVICE MARKER ESG 9/11K M...
1857444-4	TE Connectiv...	0.5 $	1000	RECEPTACLE, BP-4L, BATTER...
1857560300	Weidmuller	10.82 $	1000	CABLE PLUG 4POLECable Ass...