Transcript Specialty Engineered Yarns There Is A Difference! Specialty Engineered Yarns MARKETS: PRODUCTS: Telecommunication Fiber Optics Copper Cable Power Cables Control Appliance Umbilical Cables Mechanical Rubber Hoses Drive Belts Binders Braiders Fillers I.D.

Specialty Engineered Yarns
There Is A Difference!
Specialty Engineered Yarns
MARKETS:
PRODUCTS:
Telecommunication
Fiber Optics
Copper Cable
Power Cables
Control
Appliance
Umbilical Cables
Mechanical Rubber
Hoses
Drive Belts
Binders
Braiders
Fillers
I.D. Markers
Lacing Cords
Motor Tie Cords
Ripcords
Semi-Conductive
Serving Tubes
Strength Members
FIBERS:
FIBERS
CONSTRUCTIONS:
Acetate
Acrylic
Cotton
Polyester
Glass
Para-Aramid
Polyethylene
Polypropylene
Nomex®
Nylon
continued:
Cable Twist
Low Twist
Flat Yarn
Twisting to Specs.
Ryton® (PPS)
Viscose
PTFE
Specialty Engineered Yarns
FINISHES:
COLORS:
Low-Extractable Lube
Non-Wick
Nylon
Polyurethane
Water Swellable
Dyed to Match
NEMA Specs.
U.L. Specs.
Custom Specs
PACKAGES:
Straight Edge
Beveled Edge
Cones
To 11.5” Lengths
To 11.5” Diameters
Multi-End Winding
Single End Winding
Custom Specs.
2 - General SEY Markets
• Wire & Cable
• Mechanical Rubber Goods
V Belts
Wire & Cable
2 - Wire & Cable Markets
• Telecommunication
• Power
Generally similar manufacturing processes are used in both of
these Wire & Cable Markets.
2 - Primary Types –
• Copper Cables
• Fiber Optic Cables
Ripcord
Telecommunication Cable
Definitions:
Copper Cables - Power or telecommunication cables that have a copper core
or have a stranded copper core inside. The copper is used to carry the power or
signal. Generally copper cables are constructed using Binders, Ripcords and
Marker Yarns. Some also have Filler Yarns. All of the textiles are sold either soft or
non-wicking.
Fiber Optic Cables - Used for telecommunication cables that have a glass
core or is stranded. The glass is used to carry the signal. Generally glass cables
are constructed using Binders, Ripcords and Marker Yarns. Some also have Filler
Yarns. All of the textiles are sold with a water swellable finish to prevent leaks if the
outer shell gets nicked. Most aerial cables have a strength member to prevent
elongation of the glass and reduce signal strength.
Wire & Cable Yarns
• Specialty yarns that are used in the manufacturing of Wire or
Cables to do one or more of the following:
• To help hold the bundles of components together (binder).
• To add strength (strength member).
• To fill void spaces in the construction (filler).
• To help in identifying the cables origin (marker).
• To assist in opening the jacket (ripcord).
Outer Jacket
Inner Jacket
Strength Member
Binder Yarn
Central Strength Member
Ripcord
Water Blocking Agent
Typical Wire & Cable Process
The Binder Cob is rotating at a very high speed around the Cable (over 2000 RPM) wrapping the Binder Yarn around the
Mylar Tape that is holding the bundle of wires together prior to Jacketing. Due to this high speed, a tremendous amount of
tension is applied to the yarn. The Binder Cob slides on a spindle that is only slightly smaller than the inside diameter of the
Tube. Therefore, the inside tube diameter is very critical.
Binder Yarn
1500dX1 Non-wick beveled
edge package. Pkg Size =
7” X 5” X 8” – hard wind.
Marker Yarns
The Marker Packages are
supplying yarn to the cable as
it is pulled through the
machine. One marker yarn
indicates the year the cable is
manufactured, and the other
marker yarn indicates the
Company & Location where
the cable was made.
Ripcord
Mylar Tape
The Ripcord Tube is
supplying yarn to the cable as
it is pulled through the
machine. The type of ripcord
is dependent on the type of
jacket used to hold the bundle
of wires together. An
armoured jacket will require a
cable twisted ripcord.
The Mylar Tape is wrapped around the
cable holding the wires together an
providing an added moisture barrier for
the cable. This Tape can be made of
copper, metal or other materials
depending on the end-use of the cable.
Typical Wire & Cable Process
Here a Planetary Set-up is used where the bombs of Binder Yarn are rotating around the
cable holding the Copper tape (armour) and cable together until it goes through the final
jacketing process
Binder Yarn
Binder Yarn
Marker Yarns
Ripcord
Copper Tape
Wires used for Telecommunication Cables come in only 10 colors. However, bundles of wires are
bound with a Polypropylene ID Tape that comes in 10 colors. Sometimes more than one ID Tape is
used on larger cable bundles.
Definitions:
Binder Yarns - Refers to yarns that are used to wrap a bundle of stranded,
insolated wires in the manufacturing of Cables. The purpose of Binders is to hold
the bundle together until the jacketing operation. Most Binder yarns are made in
either with a Low Twist or a Flat Yarn Polyester construction. Other fibers are also
available. Binder yarns are also available in Soft, with a Non-Wicking finish or with
a Water Swellable finish.
A&E’s brand = Anetec Binder Yarns.
Binder Yarn
Photo of 19 strand medium voltage power cable.
Binder yarn – soft and no twist.
Precision wound Binder Yarns that
consistently deliver more length per tube!
Telecommunication Wire Mfg. Process
Fibers
• High Tenacity Polyester
• Mid Tenacity Polyester
• Other Fibers
Finishes
• Non-Wicking
• Soft (Wicking)
• Water Swellable
Yarn Constructions
• Low Twist
• Flat Yarn
Yarn Packages
• Diameters up to 11.5 Inches
• Lengths up to 11 Inches
• Multiple End Winding Available
All Sizes of Binder Packages
Definitions:
High Tenacity Polyester - Refers to FOY polyester yarns that have a
greater strength per size. Using high tenacity Polyester yarns allows you to downsize the yarn bundle but still meet minimum strength requirements. Smaller yarn
sizes allows A&E to wind more yarn on a package, which means fewer work
stoppages. Example: Generally high tenacity polyester will be 7.8 to 8.3 gpd.
Mid Tenacity Polyester - Refers to FOY polyester yarns that have a lower
strength per size than High Tenacity Polyester yarns. Using mid tenacity Polyester
yarns means you will have to use a larger yarn bundle to meet minimum strength
requirements. Larger yarn sizes means there will be less yarn wound on a
package, which means more work stoppages. Generally, mid tenacity polyester will
be 5.5 to 6.3 gpd.
Definitions:
Low Twist Construction - Refers to any type of yarn that has a low level of
twist (single ply or multi-ply). These yarns are oval shaped and their primary usage
is in Binder yarns and Ripcords for unarmored cables.
Flat Yarn Construction - Is a non-twisted monocord construction to provide
the lowest profile so less jacketing material is required. The primary use is for
Binder Yarns.
Low Twist
Flat Yarn
Jacket Diameter
Cable Twist
Finishes for Wire & Cable Industry
• Copper Cables (gel filled – “flooded”)
 Soft (Wicking)
 Nonwick
• Fiber Optic Cables (dry filled)*
 Water Swellable
 Nonwick
Definitions:
Non-Wicking Finish – Refers to a finish applied to SEY yarns that inhibits the
passage of water along the yarn providing a barrier against moisture migration.
This finish is topically applied. Our in-line non-wick product has a optical indicator
(tan color) to show the presence of non-wick solution.
Soft (Wicking) Finish – Refers to an SEY yarn that will not inhibit the
passage of water along the yarn. Usually this is a bright white color as compared to
the non-wick product.
Water Swellable Finish – Refers to a finish that when it gets wet swells to
prevent the passage of moisture into the cable or wire. This Finish swells to inhibit
the passage of moisture through the jacket that keeps the cable dryer allowing for
a better signal.
Definitions:
Multiple End Winding – Refers to the ability to wind multiple
ends together. The individual yarns can be designed to run parallel
to each other or they can cross over each other. This product can be
unwound to either separate yarn paths or through a single yarn path.
Features
• Precision Wound Packages
Benefits
- Fewer Faults - More Consistent Quality Binding
- Increased Line Speed
- Capable of building larger package sizes
- Reduced Operator Intervention due to Breakage's
• Increased Yield Per Tube
- Fewer Machine Stoppages
- More Production Output - Higher Profits
• Low Twist Yarn Constructions
- Excellent Filament Integrity for Protection
• Flat Binder Yarn
- Lower Yarn Profile
• Non-wick Finish
- Reduces Moisture Migration
• Water Swelled Finish
- Better Protection against Leaks
- Dryer Cable - Better signal
Definitions:
Ripcord Yarns – Refers to a yarn bundle that is inside the inner and outer
Jackets that is used to slit open the Jackets for easier access to the copper or
fiber-optic strands. Ripcords can be made from Aramids, Polyester and Nylon.
They can also be made with either a Cable Twist, Low Twist or in a Flat Yarn
construction. Generally a Cable Twist is recommended on Cables with Armoured
Jackets.
Cable Twist Construction - Refers to a two end construction used primarily for
Ripcords used on cables with armoured jackets. ONLY available in 2 ply. Cable
Twisted yarns typically have 5 to 6 twist per inch producing a round cross-section.
Outer Jacket
Inner Jacket
Strength Member
Binder Yarn
Central Strength Member
Ripcord
Water Blocking Agent
Ripcords
Ripcord
High Performance
Precision Wound Packages
Telecommunication Cable
Fibers
• Aramids
• Polyester
• Nylon
Finishes
• Non-Wicking
• Soft (Wicking)
• Water Swellable
Yarn Constructions
• Cable Twist
• Low Twist
• Flat Yarn
Yarn Packages
• Diameters up to 11.5 Inches
• Lengths up to 11 Inches
Features
• Cable Twisted Ripcord
Benefits
- Improved Tearing Action
- Better Abrasion Resistance
- Fewer Ripcord Failures
- Ideal for Armored Cables
• Low Twist Ripcord
- Increased Yield Compared To Cable Twisted
- Not recommended For Armored Cables
• Precision Wound Packages - Better Quality Ripcord
- Increased Line Speed
- Reduced Operator Intervention Due To Breaks
Features
Benefits
• Increased Yield Per Tube
- Fewer Machine Stoppages due to more yarn
per package
- More Production Output - Higher Profits
• Non-wick Finish
- Helps prevent moisture migration
• Water Swelled Finish
- Better Protection Against Leaks
- Dryer Cable - Better signal
Definitions:
Marker Yarns – Refers to textile yarns that are introduced for identification
purposes. The yarns are used to identify the manufacturer, the
manufacturing location, date of manufacture, and also identify NEMA
requirements. A&E’s brand name for this product is Anetec Marker Yarns.
Marker Yarns
Copper Tape
Precision Wound Marker Yarns That Make Your
Products Easy To Identify
Fibers
• Polyester
• Nylon
Yarn Constructions
• Low Twist
• Flat Yarn
• Twisted
• Textured
Finishes
• Non-Wicking
• Wicking
Yarn Packages
• Diameters up to 11.5 Inches
• Lengths up to 11 Inches
• Cones or Straight Build
Features
Benefits
• Consistent Colors
- Your identification Standard Can Be Global
• High Energy Dyes
- Excellent Color Fastness
• Precision Wound Packages
• Increased Yield Per Tube
- Reduced Operator Intervention Due To Breakage
- Fewer Machine Stoppages
- More Production Output - Higher Profits
* Non-Wick Finishes Available.
Package Constructions
• Cob
• Bombs • Tubes
• Cones • Spools
Cones
Tube
Cob
Cob
Cob
Braider Tubes
Cone
Bomb
Spool
• All Cobs are slit for easier removal of the package from customer’s equipment.
• Most cob walls are .25” thickness.
Slit in Cob
Definitions:
Straight Build Package - Refers to any type of package that
has shoulders that are wound perpendicular to the yarn carrier.
These types of packages offer the greatest cubic volume for yarn
space. Traditionally the corners of these packages are weak points
and they do not stand up well to high levels of centrifugal force.
Beveled Shoulder Package - Refers to a package that is
tapered on both ends with sharp corners allowing for more yardage
than a bi-conical package. This package will withstand higher levels
of centrifugal force than a straight build package.
Bi-conical – Refers to a package that has a gradual
taper on both ends. Usually they are not as hard as a
straight or beveled edge package, however they cannot
hold as much yarn.
Definitions:
Ordering the right package size is very critical on SEY Products for
proper operation. Therefore, the following dimensions must be
obtained before an order for SEY can be processed.
Package Dimensions Length
7”
Inside Diameter
X
5”
Outside dimeter
X
Length
Outside
Diameter
Inside Diameter of Cob
8”
Beveled Edge Package Key Dimensions
Length
7 inches
Inside Diameter
Width
8 inches
Found on PO
Beginning Traverse
6 1/2 inches
Ending Traverse
5 inches
• Control
• Umbilical
• Appliance
Appliance Cable
Control Cable
Umbilical Cable
Control Cables - Refers to power cables used to carry either
medium or high voltage current for industrial applications or from
curb to residence. Generally, control cables are constructed using
Binders, Ripcords, and Fillers. Textile yarns used in control cables
are usually soft finish.
Umbilical Cables - Generally, refers to sealed cables that are
used for running power cables and other operational lines to Deep
Well Drilling Applications, Submersibles, or other Remote Control
devices. Generally, ripcords are not used because when an
umbilical cable is used for so many pulls, it is replaced. Umbilical
cables are used to retrieve the powered unit. Products used would
include Binders, Strength Members, Fillers, and Braiders.
Appliance Cables - Power cables used in
appliances to carry low to medium voltage.
These cables generally have a braided
jacket that is made from polyester. In some
special applications, appliance cables can
also have braided jackets made from
special fibers like glass, Nomex, nylon, etc.
Also, many appliance cables are
hermetically sealed. These cables are also
used for instrumentation in the aviation
industry.
POWER CABLES
Power Cables also use Binders and Ripcords similar
to Telecommunication Cables.
Definitions:
Braider Yarns - Refers to yarns used in the manufacturing of power cables.
The Braider Yarns act as an insulator when used in conjunction with a Mylar tape.
Braider Yarns can be made from Polyester, Nylon, Nomex, Fiberglass, or Cotton.
They are usually produced in either a Low Twist or Flat Yarn Construction.
Braider Yarns
Outer Braid
Inner Braid
Precision Wound Braider Yarns
That Provide Superior Coverage!
High Performance Precision Wound Packages
Fibers
• Polyester
• Nylon
• Nomex
• Fiberglass
• Cotton
Yarn Constructions
• Low Twist
• Flat Yarn
Finishes
• Prepared for Hermetic Finish
• Polyamide
• Others
Yarn Packages
• Diameters up to 3.5 Inches
• Lengths up to 6.5 Inches
• Biconical
Definitions:
Polyester Braider Yarns – most common braider yarn used in most
appliances produced today.
Nylon Braider Yarns – used on some wiring harnesses and railroad
signal cables.
Nomex Braider Yarns – used for the Department of Defense work &
used in aviation products.
Fiber Glass Braider Yarns – used for petrochemical cables to
withstand high temperature.
Cotton Braider Yarns – used for appliances, umbilical cables where
the specs have not been updated.
Definitions:
Prepared for Hermetic Finish – Hermetic Finish Cables are sealed
cables that have been purified. Braider Yarns prepared for Hermetic
processing have been sterilized in an autoclave. Most appliance
cables being made today are Hermetically processed. The most
common size yarn used for this application is a 250d polyester.
Features
• High Fill Count Yarn
Benefits
- Better Spread - Better Coverage
• Precision Wound Packages - Deliver Better Quality High Fill Count Yarn
- Reduced Filament Damage
- Reduced Operator Intervention due to Breaks
• Custom Wind Angles
- More consistent feed to the Braider Carrier
• Increased Yield Per Tube
- Fewer Machine Stoppages
- More Production Output - Higher Profits
• High Energy Dyes
- Excellent Resistance to Heat Sublimation
• Hermetic Finish
- Compliance to all Standards
Individual End Control ….
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Increase Line Speeds
Higher Yield Per Package (Up To 26%)
Fewer Stoppages
Consistent Yarn Tensions
Fewer Defects - Better Quality
Package Size Based on Specs
Length
7 inches
Inside Diameter
Width
8 inches
Found on PO
Beginning Traverse
6 1/2 inches
Ending Traverse
5 inches
Specialty Engineered Yarns
Major SEY Markets
Mechanical Rubber Yarns
• Specialty yarns that are used in the manufacturing of Mechanical
Rubber to do one or more of the following:
• Help in holding the bundles of components together.
• Add strength.
Hoses
V Belts
Specialty Engineered Yarns
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