--- title: Blog | Almor Power Cables LLC | Shielded Cables description: Shielded Cables | Blog | Almor Power Cables LLC --- [![Almor Power Cables](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Almor_Power_Cables_March_2017/Images/almor.jpg?width=197&height=75&name=almor.jpg "Almor Power Cables")](https://www.almorpowercables.com/) Call to REQUEST A QUOTE **413-283-2515** ![Almor Power Cables](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Almor_Power_Cables_March_2017/Images/banner-bg2.jpg) # CATEGORY ARCHIVES: shielded cables # CATEGORY ARCHIVES: shielded cables ![Blog](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Almor_Power_Cables_March_2017/Images/tested.png) ## **Every Almor Cord is 100% tested** for continuity, polarity, dielectric withstanding voltage & insulation resistance! ![Almor Power Cables](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Almor_Power_Cables_March_2017/Images/banner-bg2.jpg) # Almor Power Cables Blog # Almor Power Cables Blog ![Blog](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Almor_Power_Cables_March_2017/Images/tested.png) ## **Every Almor Cord is 100% tested** for continuity, polarity, dielectric withstanding voltage & insulation resistance! ## [Understanding the Purpose of Drain Wire in Shielded Cables](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/purpose-of-drain-wire-in-shielded-cables) [![Understanding the Purpose of Drain Wire in Shielded Cables](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Blog_Feature_Images/purpose-of-drain-wire-in-shielded-cables-rev1.jpg) ](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/purpose-of-drain-wire-in-shielded-cables) Wednesday / Oct 04, 2017 A drain wire is the bare, stranded wire you find interleaved with the wrapping foil inside[shielded cables](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/unshielded-vs-shielded-power-cables-which-do-you-need). This wire plays an important part in facilitating the cable's operation. Let's take a look at how the drain wire aids in the performance and functioning of shielded cables: [Read More](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/purpose-of-drain-wire-in-shielded-cables) ## [Military Cables vs. Off The Shelf Power Cords](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/military-cables) [![Military Cables vs. Off The Shelf Power Cords](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Blog_Feature_Images/military-cables.jpg) ](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/military-cables) Wednesday / Aug 09, 2017 Military cables and equipment have to face conditions that are much harsher than those faced by civilian equipment. To provide optimum service in hostile conditions, you need to use high-grade materials custom built to cater to your company's specific needs. [Read More](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/military-cables) ## [Creating A Prototype: Why We Let You Try Before You Buy](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/creating-a-prototype-why-we-let-you-try-before-you-buy) [![Creating A Prototype: Why We Let You Try Before You Buy](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/creating-a-prototype.jpg) ](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/creating-a-prototype-why-we-let-you-try-before-you-buy) Wednesday / Jul 12, 2017 There's a lot of work that goes into purchasing [custom power cords](https://www.almorpowercables.com/power-cords). Being that cables for government or data center applications typically require custom configurations, it's important to find a manufacturer who can build what you need to your specifications. In order to ensure quality and performance, many engineers prefer to test... [Read More](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/creating-a-prototype-why-we-let-you-try-before-you-buy) ## [Cable Shielding and Signal Interference in Manufacturing AC Power Cords](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/cable-shielding-and-signal-interference-in-manufacturing-ac-power-cords) [![Cable Shielding and Signal Interference in Manufacturing AC Power Cords](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Blog_Feature_Images/cable-shielding.jpg) ](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/cable-shielding-and-signal-interference-in-manufacturing-ac-power-cords) Wednesday / Jun 14, 2017 Almor Power Cables understands today's requirements for high performance AC Power Cords. Their design should reduce or eliminate signal interference from EMI/RFI/ ESI (electromagnetic interference, radio frequency interference and electrostatic interference.) This can be done by offering a power cord that could require a braid,... [Read More](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/cable-shielding-and-signal-interference-in-manufacturing-ac-power-cords) ## [Unshielded vs Shielded Power Cables: Which Do You Need?](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/unshielded-vs-shielded-power-cables-which-do-you-need) [![Unshielded vs Shielded Power Cables: Which Do You Need?](https://www.almorpowercables.com/hubfs/Blog_Feature_Images/Unshielded-vs-shielded-power-cables.jpg) ](https://www.almorpowercables.com/blog/unshielded-vs-shielded-power-cables-which-do-you-need) Wednesday / May 17, 2017 Electromagnetic interference is one of the biggest problems that electrical cables have to deal with. Therefore, it's important to have a clear understanding of your options among different cable types for reducing the effects of the interference. There are two major players in this game: unshielded and shielded power cables. Learn... 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