When working with electrical cables, wires, and other conductive materials, it is very likely that you will make use of electrical insulation tape at some point. Electrical insulation tape, or simply electrical tape, is a type of safety cover or insulation tape for conductive parts, and it is found in home settings and businesses alike where it serves a variety of simple, yet important, roles. As insulation tape may be used in a number of ways while coming in a wide selection of widths, thicknesses, and materials, it can be beneficial to have a basic understanding of its general capabilities and uses.

When designing electronic devices, built-in circuit protection is often used to protect the equipment and its operator, and this circuit protection often comes in the form of a circuit breaker or a fuse. Fuses in particular are safety mechanisms which protect an electric circuit from excessive electricity flowing throughout it, and they require a holder to be installed in an assembly. In this blog post, we will explore the functions and types of fuse holders, along with their troubleshooting.

Electrical connectors are one of the most important elements of electrical devices and systems, allowing for communication to be established and operations to be carried out. With connectors, systems can benefit from proper signal transmission and power distribution that is essential to basic functionality. Based on the application at hand and the types of signals that are being handled, one may use three main types of connectors, those of which vary based on their termination ends. In this blog, we will provide a brief overview of each, those of which are board-to-board connectors, cable/wire-to-cable/wire connectors, and cable/wire-to-board connectors.

Air compressors, hoses, and other pneumatic tools are dependent on the connectors and other fittings they use to work effectively. The fittings are tasked with maintaining a constant flow of air and pressure within the hose so that the performance of the system is not compromised. Several major types of connectors you will see are quick release couplings, threaded fittings, PCL couplings, and hose tails. Having durable and effective pneumatic tool fittings is essential for the safe and efficient operation of your pneumatic instruments. In this blog, we will discuss the different types of fittings available and several key things to consider when choosing a coupling(s) for a specific project.

Adhesives are non-metallic substances that can be applied to two separate surfaces or substrates to bind them together. To offer increased resistance, different chemicals are used in adhesives, making them more durable and stronger. Some of these chemicals include primers, cleaners, etchants, initiators, activators, accelerators, and surface conditioners. To better understand how these chemicals enhance adhesives, this blog will provide an overview of each.

HVAC systems, otherwise known as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, are common in countless homes and businesses alike, allowing for indoor spaces to be climate controlled for comfort. HVAC systems can often be complex assemblies that contain a wide variety of electrical and mechanical parts that work together to execute standard operations. HVAC units rely on the use of electrical current to power all components, and it is crucial that they are able to maintain specific voltage levels as required. In order to properly manage and manipulate current, HVAC units will feature what is known as a transformer.

Oil and grease are both compounds commonly used for lubrication. Many people are familiar with the terms “oil” and “grease,” but many do not actually understand the difference between the two. Here, we will explain the differences between oil and grease, as well as where each should be applied depending on the need for a lubricant.

A universal tool for numerous industries, abrasives are a type of material often used on another object to shape or produce a fine finish or outcome as desired. To get your material down a specific size, cut, or surface texture, abrasives can be procured in the form of natural abrasives, synthetic abrasives, bonded abrasives, and coated abrasives. With the aid of these tools, abrasives can serve uses such as polishing, texturizing, cutting, sanding, buffing, honing, sharpening, lapping, and more. As a result, abrasives are a necessary piece of equipment for a wide range of applications. Below, to get a better understanding on which abrasives can be best applied to your applications, we will go over the various types of abrasives, their common functions, and how they can be used.

A flap disc is an abrasive product designed for right-angle grinding applications. They serve as an alternative to the grinding wheel and are a highly versatile tool that can meet your needs in a broad range of applications. Flap discs are made from multiple overlapping pieces of abrasives known as flaps, hence their name. They are used in heavy stock removal, surface blending, smooth finishing, and many other types of right-angle grinding applications. The first abrasive flap discs were developed in the 1970s and were very basic. Modern flap discs offer a broad and diverse range of advantages.

A gasket is a type of mechanical seal used to fill the space between two or more mating surfaces, usually to prevent leakage from or into the joined surfaces while under compression. Gaskets are commonly produced by cutting from sheet materials and are intended for less-than-perfect mating surfaces where they can fill irregularities. While gaskets have many uses, they are frequently found in engines, where many types of gaskets are used. For example, head gaskets are installed to fill the space between the engine block and cylinder head, and engine gaskets are used to provide a seal from harmful elements that would otherwise enter the engine.