Collection: Ribbon Cable

About Ribbon Cables

Ribbon cables are a type of flat, flexible cable that contains many conducting wires running parallel to each other on the same flat plane. Because of their structure, they look like a piece of ribbon—hence the name.

Key Features

• Flat and Wide: Instead of round bundles, the wires are laid side by side, making the cable thin and wide.
• Parallel Conductors: Each conductor is insulated, and all run parallel, which simplifies connection between multiple pins.
• Flexible: Easily bends to fit into compact spaces inside devices.

Common Uses

• Computers & Electronics: Connecting internal components like hard drives, floppy drives, CD/DVD drives, and older motherboard connections.
• Industrial Machines: Used in robotics and automated equipment where space is tight and movement is frequent.
• Consumer Devices: Printers, scanners, and other devices often use ribbon cables for their compact, flexible nature.

Advantages

• Easy to route inside equipment due to their flat form.
• Can connect multiple pins in parallel without needing separate cables.
• Flexible, making them suitable for folding or routing in confined spaces.