Do you have any tips on how to design or arrange copper conductors in order to increase bending performance? Is there a correlation between bend radius and a cables longevity?
When you talk about bend radius, you are talking about an automation application. Bend radius is involved with rolling flex and tick-tock flex, which is a more severe motion. Yes, bend radius has an exponential impact on a cable’s longetivity. I always advise customers to use the largest bend radius they can, but they usually don’t have that luxury. They are usually asked to go smaller and lighter. If the bend radius is below three inches (75 mm), I would suggest using a flat cable construction. That gives you the highest flex life for the lowest dollars. If the bend radius is over three inches, then our standard round cable constructions will perform well.
