Selecting a new cable

NOTE: A new cable must always be of the same type as the one it replaces: the same length, insulation, core area and preferably the same color.

Select a new cable that matches the old.

Cable length

Measure the original cable length.

Cable area

Measure diameter on the original cable with a vernier caliper. Always replace cables with a cable of the same diameter or a cable that is nearest in dimension to the original.

NOTE: It is always the cable core only that is used as the basis for cable area, not the area of the cable core and insulation together.

Color

Cable insulation color - if possible always use a cable of the same color when replacing cables.

Refer to Color coding table for color codes.

Install new cable

Use the same routing as the original cable and clamp the cable in appropriate cable clamp, tie etc.

If a new cable tie is used do not leave sharp edges when cutting.