Archive for the ‘Aerospace’ Category

What kind of uses are there for aerospace grade data cables?

Monday, August 11th, 2008

Applications for aerospace data cables include fiber channel, Ethernet, USB, Digital Video Interface, Serial ATA and more.

What is the symbol for silver coated copper, flat shield in a part number?

Monday, August 11th, 2008

The symbol is “G.” The shield typically has a max temperature of 200°C.

What replaced “MIL-DTL-M25700?”

Monday, August 11th, 2008

NEMA WC27500 replaced MIL-DTL-M25700.

What does “BMS” stand for? How many BMS specs exist?

Monday, August 11th, 2008

“BMS” stands for Boeing Material Specification. Several BMS specifications are in existence. The specification covers products ranging from databus cable to aerospace optical fiber cable. BMS cables vary in type, insulation, conductor, shield, jacket material, temperature rating etc.