Braiding Archives - InterConnect Wiring

Fall Series Reboot: Why Are Wiring Harnesses Sometimes Called “Looms”?

Posted by Clare McGarrey on September 28, 2023

It’s FALL y’all! After a very long, very hot summer, the excitement of Halloween and Pumpkin Spice is looming in the air. Speaking of looming, ever wondered why wiring harnesses are occasionally termed “looms”? Dive in with me! When the president of InterConnect Wiring, John Ashour, gave me this topic, I drew a blank. … Continue reading “Fall Series Reboot: Why Are Wiring Harnesses Sometimes Called “Looms”?”

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HARNESSES USED IN AIRCRAFT VS SPACECRAFT?

Posted by Terri Weaver on August 15, 2023

Hi. I’m Terri, the Purchasing Supervisor at InterConnect Wiring where connections matter. Today we’re going to be talking about the differences between harnesses used on F-16s & F-22s and those used in space. WIRING HARNESSES – AIRCRAFT REWIRING – COCKPIT PANELS – CONSOLE WIRING WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HARNESSES USED IN … Continue reading “WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HARNESSES USED IN AIRCRAFT VS SPACECRAFT?”

VLOG: Inspecting a Wiring Harness: Part VI – Harness Braid Stops & Dust Caps

Posted by Terri Weaver on April 18, 2023

I’m Terri with InterConnect Wiring, where Connections Matter. Today we’re going to be talking about inspecting braid stops and dust caps. Wiring Harnesses – Aircraft Rewiring – Cockpit Panels – Console Wiring Inspecting Harness Braid Stops & Dust Caps When inspecting the braid stops, the first thing we have to do … Continue reading “VLOG: Inspecting a Wiring Harness: Part VI – Harness Braid Stops & Dust Caps”

VLOG Inspecting a Wiring Harness Part VI - Harness Braid Stops & Dust Caps

Topics: Aerospace, Aircraft Rewiring, Braiding, Dust Caps, Electrical Harnesses and Panels, F-16 Electrical, FOD, Harness Assembly, Harness Braid Stops, InterConnect Wiring, Rewire, Technology, VLOG, Wire, Wiring, Wiring Harnesses

VLOG – Inspecting a Wiring Harness: Part 5 – String Tying Break-Outs & Expandable Braided Sleeving

Posted by Malich Quijas on March 21, 2023

Hi. My name is Malich. I’m the Training Manager at InterConnect Wiring where Connections Matter. Today we’ll be looking at forming break-outs with string tie as well as expandable braided sleeving. Wiring Harnesses – Aircraft Rewiring – Cockpit Panels – Console Wiring String Tying Break-Outs & Expandable Braided Sleeving When referring … Continue reading “VLOG – Inspecting a Wiring Harness: Part 5 – String Tying Break-Outs & Expandable Braided Sleeving”

Topics: Aerospace, Aircraft Rewiring, Backshells, Braiding, Cockpit Panels, Commercial Aviation, Distributors, Electrical Harnesses and Panels, F-16, Harness Assembly, Insulated Wire, InterConnect Wiring, Rewire, String tie, VLOG, Wire, Wiring, Wiring Harness, Wiring Harnesses

VLOG – Inspecting a Wiring Harness: Part 4 – Shrinking Reference Designators & Braiding Over Special Convoluted Tubing

Posted by Malich Quijas on February 21, 2023

Hi, my name is Malich and I’m the Training Manager at InterConnect Wiring, where Connections Matter. Today we’ll be looking at shrinking reference designators as well as braiding over convoluted tubing. Wiring Harnesses – Aircraft Rewiring – Cockpit Panels – Console Wiring Shrinking Reference Designators & Braiding Over Special Convoluted Tubing … Continue reading “VLOG – Inspecting a Wiring Harness: Part 4 – Shrinking Reference Designators & Braiding Over Special Convoluted Tubing”

VLOG: How To Braid An F-16 Wiring Harness

Posted by Steve Floyd on August 25, 2021

Hello! My name is Steve Floyd, Shop Foreman at InterConnect Wiring. Today we’re going to be talking about how to braid an F-16 wiring harness. Wiring Harnesses – Aircraft Rewiring – Cockpit Panels – Console Wiring Here is where a wiring harness comes to be braided. We have multiple bobbin carriers we … Continue reading “VLOG: How To Braid An F-16 Wiring Harness”

13 Ways To Design A Wiring Harness Poorly For Manufacturability

Posted by Jeanie Peel on August 13, 2021

In honor of this lucky Friday the 13th, we’re going to remind you of the 13 ways to design a wiring harness POORLY for manufacturability. You can trust InterConnect Wiring to avoid these mistakes and manufacture the very best wiring harnesses. Keep your luck going strong with InterConnect Wiring – where Connections Matter. At … Continue reading “13 Ways To Design A Wiring Harness Poorly For Manufacturability”

Winter Blog Series: Can a Wiring Harness Be Repaired or Overhauled?

Posted by John Ashour on January 26, 2021

We hope you’re having a great week and are staying safe and healthy out there! Today we’re revisiting one of our top blogs from 2017 that asks the ultimate question: can a wiring harness be repaired or overhauled? Let’s find out! A common question asked of InterConnect Wiring is, “Can InterConnect repair or overhaul … Continue reading “Winter Blog Series: Can a Wiring Harness Be Repaired or Overhauled?”

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Does the FAA have an Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) Training Program?

Posted by Clare McGarrey on December 2, 2019

I will cut to the chase… yes, there is an Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) Training Program and it is called FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 120-94. While these guidelines are not mandatory, they are derived from extensive Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and industry experience in determining compliance with the relevant regulations. Maintenance personnel need to … Continue reading “Does the FAA have an Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) Training Program?”

What Is Braiding?

Posted by Jeanie Peel on February 29, 2016

Braid is composed of threads woven tightly around a wire bundle. Braid can be textile, metal or any other material that can be threaded onto a spindle type braiding machine. Many electrical harnesses installed in aircraft are braided. Braiding is important for electrical harnesses as it provides a protective layer from chafing, heat and other … Continue reading “What Is Braiding?”