To twist or not to twist that is the question!

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Thermocouple 101, aerospace, customer service, composites curing, thermocouple, type K, Quality, Q&A, products, accuclave

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

November 9, 2018

Recently, I received a number of questions regarding junctions. Most of the questions are related to the effect of twisted vs. parallel junctions on measurement and performance long term. To answer...  

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TE Wire & Cable Partners with Plataine for Smart Thermocouples Solution

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, composites curing, thermocouple, smart thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

May 21, 2018

Joint solution integrates IIoT, AI and thermocouple technologies, dramatically advances manufacturing efficiencies and quality Long Beach, CA, USA, May 21, 2018 – TE Wire & Cable, the world’s largest...  

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Aerospace Composites Life: What the last 12 months taught me

Topics: supplier relationships, aerospace, customer service, composites curing, thermocouple

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 8, 2018

It has been a while since I posted a blog with some personal thoughts and experiences. For those of you that take the time to read them, thank you. To my loyal followers, leave a like, share, or...  

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3 Factors Affecting Thermocouple Calibration, Advances to Solve Drift

Topics: high-temperature wire, low-drift cable

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

August 17, 2017

Thermocouples are the most frequently used temperature sensor in the heat process and control industries, with the majority of applications falling within the range of 500 to 1500°C. There are newer...  

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ICYMI: JEC Paris 2017 & the (Sonic) Boom of Composites Industry Growth

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, Tradeshows

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

April 11, 2017

I have to admit, it’s absolutely amazing to be a part of the composites industry and witness the steady growth, continuous improvement and developing technologies. Business is booming. As reported by...  

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5 Increasingly Hot Thermocouple Wire & Cable Market Trends

Topics: low-drift cable, aerospace, automotive

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 9, 2017

In the past year, I jotted down a number of wire and cable market trends that I’ve noticed. Let’s review a few recent trends and perhaps we can get a discussion going on how we all must evolve to...  

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Results of our 2016 Survey Revealed!

Topics: high-temperature wire, low-drift cable, survey, customer service

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 2, 2017

Last year, I posted a blog titled, “How can I help YOU do YOUR job better?” that included a brief survey. The survey respondents provided us with valuable information to help us formulate a number of...  

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Need metallurgy thermocouple wire that can take the heat? [Titanium 2016]

Topics: high-temperature wire, metallurgy, heat treat

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 21, 2016

 

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The Greatest Thermocouple Wire Innovation in over 50 years! [FNA 2016]

Topics: ISO17025, high-temperature wire, metallurgy

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 21, 2016

TE Wire to showcase high accuracy thermocouple wire and cable solutions for metallurgy applications at Furnaces North America 2016... including the greatest thermocouple wire innovation in over 50...  

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Temperature Measurement with Expendable Load Thermocouples in Aerospace, Metallurgy Applications

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 6, 2016

In heat treatment applications there are two important considerations concerning temperature: the furnace temperature and the load temperature. Both are measured with thermocouples. These...  

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4 Pitfalls of Invar Tool Thermocouples and How to Avoid Them

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

June 23, 2016

The molds or tools used for forming and mass producing composite parts can be made of many materials. However, for mass production of complex high performance aerospace composite parts, the material...  

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How can I help YOU do YOUR job better?

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

June 22, 2016

No doubt, many of you are familiar with a famous Tom Cruise scene in the movie Jerry McGuire. Well, this is my "HELP ME, HELP YOU!" moment. Over the past year, we’ve put a lot of effort and...  

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Top 4 Wire and Cable Selections for Industrial OEM Applications

Topics: Applications, industrial

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

June 14, 2016

Whether you’re an end user, buyer, supplier or distributor of wire and cable in the industrial OEM space, when you’re looking for technical specifications and additional information, these top four...  

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Failure NOT an Option for Aerospace Composites Market Growth [SAMPE Long Beach]

Topics: Aerospace Composites

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

May 12, 2016

I don’t know about you, but I’m really looking forward to SAMPE Long Beach 2016. Granted, who wouldn’t want to be in Long Beach in May? These are exciting times for the aerospace autoclaves...  

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It Really is Rocket Science! Part 2: Re-flight of Déjà Vu [Video]

Topics: Applications, wire design, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 10, 2016

Last month, I shared some exciting news about the pioneering efforts of the student engineers at the University of Southern California's Rocket Propulsion Laboratory (USC-RPL). As promised, here's an...  

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When Thermocouple Failure is NOT an Option: Aerospace Composites [Infographic]

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, NADCAP, Thermocouple Selection

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 8, 2016

In all our years of experience with aviation and aerospace composites manufacturers, there is one overriding truth: Thermocouple failure during autoclave composites curing and the parts waste that...  

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Avoid Aviation Composites Curing Failures, Visit Us at WFME Utah Show

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 22, 2016

As any aviation composites manufacturer will agree, failure is not an option in the curing process. Superior quality is a "must have" for parts used in the latest aerospace and aviation technologies.  

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It really is Rocket Science! Thermocouples in Aerospace Applications

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Applications, wire design, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 3, 2016

Nearly a half-century after man set foot on the moon and returned safely to Earth, the wanderlust to escape Earth’s gravity and learn more about ‘what’s out there’ is as strong as ever. A great deal...  

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Are you looking for Oil & Gas Downhole Solutions?

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

January 27, 2016

After achieving success in downhole applications in North America with one of our high temperature extruded thermocouple products, TE Wire & Cable is pleased to announce that we’ve joined the Oil &...  

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Top 5 Blogs that Quench Your Thirst for Thermocouple Knowledge

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, high-temperature wire, wire design, Thermocouple 101

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

December 18, 2015

Whether you’re using thermocouple wire in the aerospace, industrial or metallurgy markets, I have little doubt that the better you understand the ‘devil is in the details’ when it comes to making the...  

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No More Stupid Spool Tricks: Benefits of New Thermocouple RHDPE Reels

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

August 20, 2015

I miss David Letterman. I actually missed Letterman even when he was doing his last shows on the air. The Letterman I miss was the one who threw weird objects off the roofs of tall buildings, just to...  

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4 Ways Thermocouple Wire Vendors Build Value, Long Term Relationships

Topics: Innovation through Synergy, continuous improvement, supplier relationships

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

May 5, 2015

In all aspects of our lives, personal and professional, each of us strives to build valuable, lasting relationships and the building process continues through the course of our entire life. The topic...  

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Going to SAMPE Baltimore? Get your FREE Exhibit Hall Passes!

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

April 29, 2015

There's no getting around it: Baltimore has taken a serious publicity hit in the news recently. Unless you've been hiking in the Outback or hiding under a rock, the rioting and unrest of the past few...  

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Learn more about Aviation Composites Curing at MRO Americas 2015

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

April 10, 2015

I must admit, Pat Durkin has some great stories to tell. That's the way it is when you're on the road as much as we are. And I'm sure my fellow globe-trotting associate will admit that as we travel...  

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How to Control “Noise” in Instrumentation Circuits (Part 2)

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, Thermocouple 101, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 11, 2015

Understanding Noise Levels and Installation Considerations In part one, we discussed the four types of noise frequently found in instrumentation circuits (i.e., Common Mode, Cross Talk, Static and...  

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Attention Composites Manufacturers: How much is your TIME worth?

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 5, 2015

Yesterday, I attended the 10th Annual Wasatch Front Materials Expo (that’s WFME for you acronym lovers). This was my first visit to the SAMPE Utah chapter’s show, which is a four-hour blitz of an...  

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How to Control Noise in Instrumentation Circuits (Part 1)

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, Thermocouple 101, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 26, 2015

4 Common Sources of Noise that Affect Instrumentation Circuits It can be a real challenge to select the right thermocouple wire. You not only have to determine the type of thermocouple elements to...  

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5 Awesome Reasons to try the Instant Help of Online Chat!

Topics: Thermocouple Selection

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 18, 2015

Over the last few months, TE Wire & Cable team has been working meticulously on making our customers internet experience more valuable and enjoyable. In the next few weeks we are preparing to roll...  

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Collaboration Leads to Innovation in Wire and Cable Design

Topics: wire design, Innovation through Synergy

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

January 22, 2015

Two skills that help you identify the best products and applications for customers  

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Top 3 Considerations when Selecting Type K Thermocouple Wire

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, thermocouple wire calibration, high-temperature wire, wire design, Thermocouple 101

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

October 2, 2014

Thermocouple (TC) wires are used in a wide range of industries. I have personally worked on some unique projects and it always amazes me how innovative people get especially in the niche...  

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What is the impact of Nickel pricing on significant users of Thermocouple Wire? [UPDATE]

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 11, 2014

Across the industry, most wire and cable users are aware of the impact that copper prices have on product costs. Copper is a cost factor in many thermocouple (TC) products as well, but TC wire is...  

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Ready to Turn Up the Heat? Join Us at Furnaces North America 2014!

Topics: ISO17025, high-temperature wire, metallurgy

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 9, 2014

TE Wire to showcase high accuracy thermocouple wire and cable solutions for metallurgy applications at Furnaces North America 2014  

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Thermocouple Theory and Chemistry (but Were Afraid to Ask)

Topics: Thermocouple 101

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

July 9, 2014

Tomorrow marks my eighth year of selling thermocouple wire and cable. Like many people, I started in this industry very early and as in any niche industry most of what I learn was by seeing,...  

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Does Your Thermocouple Wire Measure Up to Global Standards for Aluminum Heat Treat?

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, AMS2750E, International Standards, ISO17025, Calibration Lab Accreditation

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 26, 2014

A few years ago, companies doing aerospace profiles and extrusions followed their internal procedures, with no industry standards to drive quality assurance. In many cases, aluminum heat treatment...  

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What do the thermocouple wire color codes mean?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, thermocouple color codes

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 11, 2014

 

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The ABC’s of thermocouple wire calibration types: What do they mean?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, thermocouple wire calibration

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

January 29, 2014

When it comes to thermocouple wire, there’s a veritable alphabet of calibration types available: K type thermocouple, J type thermocouple, T type and so on. We’re frequently asked: What do these...  

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