The Cable Harness Assembly Process

No matter how good a product or electrical system is, without a reliable source of energy to keep it running, it won’t meet the end user’s needs. That’s why the cable harness assembly process is so important. It’s a critical component of a battery pack that ensures electricity moves quickly and efficiently from one place to another for both power and control.

Cable Harness: The Basics

The piece of equipment known as a cable harness goes by many different names in the field. It’s commonly called a cable assembly but may also be known as a cable harness assembly, although that’s not an exact description of the part.

The cable harness typically includes several wires and cables. They’re bundled together and attached to terminals or connectors at both ends. Depending on the power needs of the final project and the configuration of the battery power supply, a cable harness can be a complex piece of electrical equipment. It may require advanced electrical design skills to bring it from design to prototype to production.

The Assembly Process

While there is some variation from one assembly to the next, in general, the cable assembly process starts with gathering the appropriate collection of wires and cables to meet the power needs for the final installation. These wires are cut to size. The ends of the wires are stripped of their sheaths so they can be crimped to terminals and connectors. The wires are then bound together so they can be positioned precisely when seated.

How to Ensure an Effective Assembly Process for Rechargeable Batteries

Crafting a cable assembly for rechargeable batteries may require automated machining as well as production by hand. Machine work may be efficient for straightforward projects and high-volume work. Delicate or intricate projects may require the precision that only assembly by hand can provide. Work with a manufacturer who can not only offer both but perform them equally well. This ensures that no matter what the project needs are, your manufacturer can fulfill your cable assembly needs for optimal performance of your product or electrical system.

Trust Rapport, Inc. for your cable harness assembly process. With decades of experience in providing customers with custom solutions designed for a single project or manufacturing to meet full production needs, our team works with clients to develop just the right electrical equipment to maximize performance and reliability. Contact Rapport, Inc. today to discuss your cable assembly needs.