SO CABLE

PURCHASING GUIDE FOR CABLE

Use this page as your guide, and you will always purchase the correct type of cable – whether you are searching for SO cable or welding cable. Consider this a checklist. If you can check off each of these items, you will know that you are making the right purchase. Consider:

• Voltage rating – Why is this important? Well, imagine an electrical current that’s too strong for a cable. It is safe to say that if the cable is not engineered to handle that current, it may experience structural breakdown. Whenever you are dealing with electricity, structural breakdown is a dangerous consideration. If the rating is more than 5000 volts, make sure the cable is shielded.
• Conductor type and size – In the realm of cable, there are single conductor. Double conductor. And, you guessed it – triple conductor. Don’t expect to pick up the phone and just order SO cable. You need to be able to supply the correct type and size information, or you will risk making an incorrect purchase.
• Insulation – Think of this as the “raincoat” that keeps out the elements. Various materials are used for SO cable insulation. Know which matches your function before your order.
• Length – This is not a situation where taut installation is the answer. Remember to account for some slack.
• Delivery terms – How will your cable be handed over to you? It is a worthwhile question to ask. After all, if the cable has been manhandled, it may have lost some of its efficacy.

Purchase SO cable and other varieties with confidence. Trust Delco Wire & Cable and call 1-800-714-WIRE (9473).