Zip cord, also known as bonded wire, is a length of wire with two or more insulated conductors tied together. It is commonly used in household appliances and can be color-coded for convenience. It keeps wiring neat and organized and can be easily separated by a technician. It is important to keep the cord in good condition to avoid potential dangers.
A zip cord is a length of wire with two or more separately insulated conductors loosely tied together so that they can be easily separated by a technician. This is also known as bonded wire, lamp wire or speaker wire and is very common in the wiring of household appliances and similar supplies. Electrical stores generally sell a variety of types of zipper lanyards rated for different applications, and can order special products at customers’ request. Manufacturers can make customized products for industrial customers.
The simplest zip cord design includes two wires wound separately in insulation, with a small bridge of insulating material between them. A technician can easily separate the wires while maintaining the insulation, or they can be left together if that fits better with a wiring design. Multi-wire products are also available and can be color coded for convenience so technicians can be sure they have chosen the right wire.
One benefit of using zip wire for wiring is that it keeps the wiring neat and organized. With a project such as speaker wiring where having numerous loose wires could create a mess, the technician can leave the wiring tied together as it exits the amplifier or other device and split it when it becomes necessary to do so in order for the wiring to separately reach the speakers. The lanyard can also be used with other projects where loose wires and cables are a problem.
You can fully separate the strands to create two separate strands if needed. Leaving the zipper cord intact, on the other hand, will keep the leads yoked together so they’re less likely to get tangled and messed up. There is no direct contact between the conductors, although an electrician could make a tap or similar feature if it is necessary to join them. This allows for a high degree of design flexibility, as an electrician can decide on the most appropriate application of the zip cord.
As with other electrical cords, it’s important to keep the zipper cord in good condition. Electricians check wiring during installation and repairs to make sure there are no problems such as areas of stripped insulation leaving wires bare. We recommend that you avoid placing excessive weight on the cable, especially if it has sharp edges, such as the edge of a cabinet or desk. The weight could eventually grind through the insulation and potentially the wire itself, which could create a dangerous condition.
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