Cable Basics

Cable is both simple and complex. To answer your most basic questions about cable types, their constructions and use, we offer short-form guides on the following cable types:

• Coaxial cable
• Hook-up and lead wire
• Flat cable
• Molded cable assemblies
• Multi-conductor cable
• Paired cable
• Portable cordage

To test your cable knowledge, try our Cable 101 Presentations:

Cable 101 Presentations

• Conductors
• Insulations & Jackets
• MediaTwist
• Shielding
• Structured Cabling
• Entire Cabling 101 Presentation
• Belden College of Wire Knowledge Test (with answers)