Collection: Ribbon Cable
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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.
Limitations
- Not as rugged as round cables.
- Can be prone to electromagnetic interference if not shielded.
- Usually intended for short-distance internal connections, not long external runs.
In short: Ribbon cables are flat, multi-wire cables designed to save space and make multi-pin connections easier, commonly found inside electronic devices and computers.
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