Problem

• Custom wire DAQ boxes
  • 32 5-pin signals
  • 32 Thermocouples
    • Very stiff wires
  • Box hinged
  • Limited space
  • Need easy access to cDAQ chassis
  • Partial prototype (built by someone else) shown

Solution

• Bundles wires in spiral wrap
  • Routed so stiff wires are parallel with hinge
    • Hinge moves freely
    • Minimize stress on wires
  • Chassis clipped on din rail for easy removal
    • Long runs to allow chassis to be removed for detailed probing
  • Wires grouped to approach cDAQ modules from two sides

Capabilities

• Years of experience with wire harnesses complex cabling, etc
• Extensive experience with NI’s cDAQ hardware
• Significant Industrial Engineering Expertise

Results

• Seven boxes built
  • On schedule
  • Over 1600 wires with zero wiring mistakes
• Customer impressed
  • Unanimous approval
• Requested two more sets of boxes for additional systems