Technical Information
LAPP Tannehill offers a variety of technical resources to help you understand the wire and cable industry and products. If you can't find an answer to your question, feel free to contact us or chat with us online.
Conversion Charts
Metric-to-AWG Conversion Chart
Can You Convert AWG to the Metric System?
Color Code Charts
Multiconductor Color Code Charts
Regulation & Compliance
Approvals Agencies and Standards
Flammability Tests and Ratings
Customer Portal Tips & Tricks
LAPP Tannehill Customer Portal Series: View Open Orders, Make Changes, & Add to Favorites
LAPP Tannehill Customer Portal Series: View Historical Orders, Tracking Info, & Invoices
Food & Bev Industry
Hygienic Cables that Power the Food and Bev Industry
Clean Cables and Connectors for Food and Beverage Machines
The Fight Against Rust and Germs: Cable Glands in the Food & Beverage Industry
LAPP Cables Power Cheese-Making Machines
LAPP 2D/3D CAD Drawings
CAD Drawings for SKINTOP® Cable Glands
CAD Drawings for EPIC® Industrial Connectors
CAD Drawings for ETHERLINE® Access Industrial Ethernet Switches
CAD Drawings for SILVYN® Conduit
Cable Chains/Cable Tracks
Understanding Dynamic Load-Bearing Capacity in Cable Chains
Cable Carrier Design Guidelines
ÖLFLEX® CONNECT Cable Chain & Cable Track Systems
ÖLFLEX® CONNECT: The Perfect Connection of Product & Service
Industrial Communication
How IoT Revolutionizes the Wire & Cable Industry
Single Pair Ethernet: The Future of Industrial Communication
Industrial Ethernet: Rapid Market Growth Through 2026
Ruggedized Ethernet Cables for Automobiles
Future-Proof Your Facility with Industrial Ethernet and Fieldbus System Solutions
Commercial Ethernet vs Industrial Ethernet
Industrial Ethernet Protocols Comparison Chart
Understanding the Difference Between CAT5e and CAT6 Ethernet Cabling
Technical Reference Charts
Insulation/Jacket Materials: Chemical Resistance Chart
Insulation/Jacket Materials: Physical Properties Chart
Shielding Types Comparison Chart
Solid Conductor AWG Dimensions Chart
Shrink Tubing
5 Steps to Choosing the Right Heat Shrink Tubing
Heat Shrink Tubing: Single Wall vs. Dual Wall
What is Heat Shrink Ratio and How Do I Determine Which Tubing I Need?
What is Longitudinal Change (Shrinkage) in Heat Shrink Tubing?
Tips for Using Heat Shrink Tubing
What is Cold Shrink Tubing and Where Would I Use It?
General Wire & Cable Info
Oil Resistant Wire, Cable, and Electrical Connectivity Equipment
Flexible Cables for Fixed and Moving Applications
4 Steps to Save on Wire and Cable Material Costs
3 Things to Consider When Buying Cables for Extreme Temperatures
The Importance of Oil Resistant Cables
11 Questions to Ask Before Selecting a Multi-Conductor Cable
Optimizing the Lifetime of High-Flex Cables
Global VFD Solutions Exceeding Industry Standards
The Connected Factory: Standards are Starting to Stick
Hybrid Cables Handle Servo Power and Feedback
Cable & Conductor Selection
A Comprehensive Guide to Tray Cable
Types of Flexible Cable Motion
LAPP Cable Motion Types & Levels
Portable Cordage Jacket Insulation Materials
Alpha Wire Cable Features & Flex Cycles
LAPP Industrial Tray Cable Solutions
Insulation and Jacket Material Guide
Conductor Stranding and Tinning
FAQs & Industry News
How the Inflation Reduction Act Impacts Wire & Cable
How Modern Inventory Management with CMI and VMI Build Effective Supply Chains
Supply Chain Disruptions Impacting the Wire and Cable Industry
3 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Wire & Cable Distributor
How Copper Plays a Role in Future Sustainability
Why Are Prices Skyrocketing in Wire & Cable Products?
Relentless Copper Prices Continue to Rise
COMEX vs Omega-Camden Copper Prices
Silver Price Increases Expected to Impact PTFE Wire Products
How to Create a Wire and Cable Materials Cost Savings Matrix
What are the Differences between the Types of Primary Automotive Wires?
What Do the Letters Stand for in the Portable Cordage Types?
What Are the Differences Between Hook-Up Wires/UL Styles?
Industry Standard Tolerance on Cable Order Quantities
Top 5 Ways to Save Money on Wire and Cable
Why Would I Need a Custom Cable?
Fire Alarm Cables in High Demand for New Construction Builds
Cord Grips & Connectors
Smallest and Most Powerful Mini Connector on the Market
Everything You Need to Know About Cord Grips
3 Considerations To Think About When Selecting Cord Grips
VIDEO: Standard Components of a Cord Grip - LAPP SKINTOP® Cable Glands vs Other Brand
VIDEO: Clamping Range of Cord Grips - LAPP SKINTOP® Cable Glands vs Other Brand
LAPP SKINTOP® Comparison Chart
LAPP SKINTOP®: Lead-Free Brass Cable Glands
SKINTOP® HYGIENIC vs. SKINTOP® INOX Cord Grips
Cord Grips & Cable Glands for Carbonated Drinks
VIDEO: How to Assemble LAPP EPIC® Data RJ45 Connectors
ÖLFLEX SERVO: Choosing the Right Cable for Your Application
Using SKINTOP® HYGIENIC Cord Grips with Ultrasonic Sensors
Flexible Tray Cable & Hygienic Cord Grips for Breweries
LAPP Expands Lead-Free Portfolio with SKINDICHT® Cord Grip Accessories