Cable assembly
High-speed data, fiber optic, silicone, miniature, Single Pair Ethernet, rugged solutions: system-level engineering from technical drawings to industrialization
Full in-house capabilities to solve your connectivity challenges
The quality and construction of the cable, the cabling process and the cable length are key factors that directly impact the performances of the interconnect solution. The interface between the cabled connector and the device’s transmitter and receiver is also fundamental to guarantee that the whole system meets your industry standards and operational requirements.
Streamline your supply chain with our engineers and technical support teams for:
- Cable assembly design assistance
- Technical cable assembly drawings
- 100% electrical and sealing testing
Our worldwide network ensures short production lead times and rapid delivery to meet your project deadline.
Key benefits
- Simplified supply chains and cost efficiency (up to -15-30%) through full-service approach
- Quick production turnaround through global footprint
- Tested and finished custom cable assemblies ready for installation
- Facilitated design process through system-level engineering
- Off-the-shelf pre-cabled connectivity solutions
High-speed data transmission
- From prototyping to protocol compatibility
- System-level engineering, characterization and qualification
- Design simulation & testing
Military Cable Assembly Solutions
- General purpose and power cables
- Radio cables
- EUD cables
- Device cables
Fiber Optic Solutions
- Assembly expertise
- Durable and harsh-environment designs
- High ingress protection (IP68)
Single Pair Ethernet
- Cost- and space-effective solution
- Seamless integration and ruggedness
- Flexibility and versatility
Miniature & High-Density Cable Assembly
- High-quality and cost-efficient techniques
- Size, weight and power (SWaP) requirements
- Unique signal & power configurations
Silicone Cable Assembly Solutions
- Thermal insulation
- Sterilization proof
- Durable
Optimized Cabled Solutions
- Full turn-key systems
- Design, assembly, simulation and testing
- Custom solutions
Rugged Cable Assembly Solutions
- Harsh-environment reliability
- Sealing performance
- EMI shielding
Our four-step process to tailor your cable assembly solution
Step 1: Choose the Ideal CONNECTOR
- Fischer Core Series
- Fischer UltiMate™ Series
- Fischer FiberOptic Series
- Fischer MiniMax™ Series
- Fischer Freedom™ Series
Step 2: Select the Best CABLE TYPE
- Extreme environments – IP68 or hermetic sealing, ultra-resistant
- Medical – easy to clean, multiple sterilization methods
- Military – rugged, compact, lightweight
- Instrumentation – miniaturization, precision, high-speed data
- Fiber optic – broadcast, rodent-proof, sensing, copper-fiber hybrid
Step 3: Get the Right BEND RELIEF
- Pre-molded bend reliefs for fast delivery
- Thermoplastic overmolds to permanently bond connector and cable
- Silicone overmolds for silicone cables offering heat protection and maximum flexibility
- Custom overmolds with multi-cable exits
Step 4: Choose the TERMINATION
- Fischer Connectors’ products
- Other standard connectors (Ethernet, USB, Audio/UHD Video)
- Custom connectors or electronic solutions
- Bluntcut / pigtail
High-Speed Data Transmission
- High-reliability and high-performance technologies
- Optimal performances with minimal near-end crosstalk (NEXT) and far-end crosstalk (FEXT), insertion loss, and return loss
- Ethernet up to 10 Gbit/s
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 up to 10 Gbit/s
- USB 2.0 up to 480 Mbit/s
- Audio/UHD Video
With our in-house capabilities in cable assembly and system engineering, we spare you the time of optimizing, simulating, and testing your high-speed designs: we’ll take care of this, from prototyping to protocol compatibility.
Military Cable Assembly Solutions
Military cable assemblies are specialized data & power cable systems designed and manufactured to meet the stringent requirements of the military and defense industries. These cable assemblies play a critical role in various military applications, including communication, data transfer, power distribution, and more.
- Built to withstand harsh environmental conditions
- Compatible with the latest military standards
- Highly customizable
Discover our portfolio based on the Fischer UltiMate™ 80.
Fiber Optic Solutions
To guarantee flawless data transmissions through fibers, the process of cutting, stripping, and assembling fiber optic components must be performed with the highest precision and requires dedicated tooling, techniques, procedures, and craftsmanship.
- Optimal quality and stability of the optical link
- Designs enduring rough use in extreme outdoor conditions
- Easy use in the field
Single Pair Ethernet
The increasing density of sensors, actuators, and controllers in networked devices used in industrial automation, transportation, smart cities, and defense poses particular challenges in Ethernet connectivity. These challenges have fueled the demand for Single Pair Ethernet (SPE), which uses just one pair of twisted copper wires and offers:
- Data transmission at speeds from 10 Mbit/s to 10 Gbit/s
- Power over Data Line (PoDL) up to 52 Watts
Leverage our technologies dedicated to applications requiring faultless precision, durability, and resistance to extreme conditions.
Miniature & High-Density Cable Assembly
Cabling miniature and dense connectors is extremely challenging and requires special technical know-how and specific tooling, assembly techniques, and testing methods. We specialize in:
- Part alignment on both plug and receptacle
- Soldering, braid shielding, insulator tube, and back nut potting
We design compact, lightweight, small-footprint cable assemblies fulfilling the SWaP (size, weight, power) requirement of your device.
Silicone Cable Assembly Solutions
Silicone cable assemblies stand up to sterilization challenges like steam autoclave, high heat, disinfectants, and sterilants. Key features include:
- Custom silicone overmolds
- Low-friction coating to prevent damage over the lifetime of the cable
- Medical cable assemblies tested to ISO 13485
Optimized Cable Solutions
Our experienced cable assembly engineers help specify and select the proper materials and optimize the form, fit, and function of electrical, optical, fluid/gas, and hybrid connections. Solutions include:
- Overmolded cable assemblies
- Wiring harness assemblies
- Heat shrinking for added protection
Our solutions comply with the highest technology standards in ruggedness, sealing, and high-speed data transmission.
Rugged Cable Assembly Solutions
Designed to function reliably in harsh environments, our rugged cable assembly solutions include:
- High sealing performance
- EMI shielding
- Resistance to tension force
These ruggedized solutions are tailored to meet the highest connectivity standards and withstand weathering, shocks, vibrations, and more.