Medical Applications & Devices

Cable Assemblies for Medical Applications & Devices

When designing and manufacturing custom cable assemblies, design engineers must weigh several factors, such as the application, the environment in which they will be used, and size constraints. Design considerations include:

Conductor design: Design specifications for the conductor must take into account the average wire gauge, the flexibility, whether it is solid or stranded, and additional materials such as plating or coating. The higher the stranding, the higher the flexibility coefficient.
Insulator shields: Materials used to insulate the conductors must be durable while also able to withstand flexing and movement. For medical applications, the substances must also be biocompatible to prevent harm or adverse reaction to living tissue.
Cable jacket: The cable jacket is the protective outer structure that encloses the conductor and insulator shields. The jacket must provide resistance to heat, cold, chemicals, and electrical leakage.

Many common medical applications require cable assemblies. Imaging equipment affords doctors a way to see organs, soft tissue, and bone structures without invasive procedures. X-rays, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, and echocardiography are just a few well-known examples. Defibrillators used to restore the natural heart rhythm, as well as patient monitoring systems that record pulse, heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital statistics, are other critical applications that depend on cable assemblies.

We include the following features in our custom cable assemblies:

Extensive braiding techniques used in accordance with application and
environment requirements.
High-quality materials that can be used in high temperatures and harsh
Cables can be manufactured with insulation material that ensures low dielectric
Low-noise cables that can be used to combat mechanical shock and vibrations
in applications.
Varied jacketing options to enhance the cable’s performance even in high
temperatures, regular chemical cleaning, constant usage, and much more.
Our products maintain signal integrity of all cable assemblies even in
demanding conditions.

GI also has the capabilities of providing custom cable assemblies that support robotics in critical medical applications and processes. Our products are ISO 9001, ROHS, and UL certified. With dedicated service and innovative products, we ensure complete customer satisfaction.