STANDARD RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE 009-221 | ISSUE 8 | AUgUST 2015 | PAgE 6 OF 10
7.2.1 Strain-relieving Cable in a Controlled Environment
If the last 10 m (33 ft) of the cable you are terminating is
located in a controlled environment where temperatures
fluctuate very little, it is not necessary to secure the cable
strength members (yarn and/or central member). The cable
can be strain-relieved by using the UCC (Figure 9).
When using the UCC, the clampshell must be attached to
the strain-relief bracket before the bracket is attached to the
housing (Figure 9). Refer to the instructions supplied with
the UCC kit.
7.2.2 Strain-relieving Cable in an
Uncontrolled Environment
If terminating a cable where temperatures fluctuate widely
along the last 10m (33 ft) of the cable, the strength members
must be secured (see Figures 10 and 11). Failing to do so
may result in damage to the cable as temperatures vary.
On the Outside of the Housing
Figure 10
KPA-2197
Figure 9
KPA-2198
Attach the cable to the strain-relief
bracket with cable ties and components
in the strain-relief kit. To attach the
bracket to the outside of the unit,
insert the studs into the mounting holes
on the side of the housing. Make sure
to select the correct mounting holes to
ensure proper bend radius upon entering
the unit. Use the wing nuts provided in the
kit to fasten the bracket to the housing.
Both the aramid or fiberglass yarn and
the central member are secured with a
U-shaped washer and bolt. Insert the
metallic central member between the
U-shaped washer and the M6 flat washer.
Wrap yarn between the U-shaped washer
and the side of the bracket. Tighten the nut.
