Product News - WireMasters®

WireMasters Announces Randy Short's Retirement

Angela Moore / Thursday, December 13, 2018 0 163 Article rating: 5.0

Randy and David

It is with great honor we announce the retirement of Randy Short. Randy has served as WireMasters HR Manager for the last 8 years and is also the WireMasters Employee of the Year for 2018.

After joining WireMasters in 2010, Randy devoted himself to the responsibilities of leading the Human Resources department. His enthusiasm has made working at WireMasters a pleasure for employees and in doing so contributed to the excellent quality of service at WireMasters. We have all benefited from his leadership, encouragement, and friendship and he will be greatly missed among the team.

Wiremasters To Be the First Distributor to Stock Gore® Space Cables

Amanda Kole / Monday, June 18, 2018 0 1953 Article rating: 3.8

As the authorized North American distributor for W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) bulk wire and cable, WireMasters is excited to announce we are adding specific Gore® Space Cables to our product offerings. WireMasters is the first distributor that Gore® has offered their space products to and an initial stock package for the High Data Rate Spaceflight Cables is a necessity.

The aspiration and interest of space travel and satellites continue to rise. For over 25 years, Gore® has been supplying wiring solutions to space applications with a 100% success...

Lights, Camera, ACTION- WireMasters Style

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, June 5, 2018 0 1567 Article rating: 5.0

WireMasters is excited to release our new marketing video! As we continue to expand our number of full service locations, our stocking selection of wire and cable products is growing to accommodate our customers and support the applications they are building. This video provides an overview of those product offerings, value-added services, and industries/applications we serve. We are investing in our customers’ futures by offering visual examples of how WireMasters can support their ...

WireMasters Mesa Expands with New Value-Added Capabilities

Amanda Kole / Thursday, April 5, 2018 0 2223 Article rating: 4.7

Our Arizona warehouse is growing! We are excited to announce we have expanded our Mesa value-added department with a new laser marking machine and added striping capabilities. The value-added services will largely benefit companies on the West Coast that need a quick lead time on these processes.

The new Spectrum Nova 860 laser marking machine has the ability to mark gauge sizes 26 AWG to 6 AWG, and jacketed cables with similar ODs. Laser Marked wire and cable provide a high-quality and permanent solution to marking your wiring with alphanumeric characters for easy identification...

New ADS-B Systems Bring Coaxial Demands: RG58 VS. RG400

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, March 13, 2018 0 3895 Article rating: 4.7

A recent Avionics News Article highlighted the need to upgrade coaxial cables from RG58 to M17/128-RG400. Aircraft are currently upgrading to Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B), which the FAA is calling the “hallmarks of NextGen surveillance.” Implementing the new technology helps determine the position, traffic, weather, and other related flight-information used for air-traffic control.

Beginning January 1, 2020, all aircraft that fly within most controlled airspaces must be equipped with an ADS-B system, and as such upgrades to these new requirements have begun. The transmit power o...

Flexible High-Temperature Coax Cable: RG142

Amanda Kole / Monday, July 31, 2017 0 5319 Article rating: 3.0

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One of our top versatile coax cables WireMasters stocks is RG142 also referred to as, M17/60-RG142. This product has proven to be an excellent solution for a vast range of applications, specifically in the military industry. This week WireMasters is highlighting this product as we provide you with detailed information on why we...

Wyre Tek Receives Additional QPL Status

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, July 18, 2017 0 2990 Article rating: No rating

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Today Wyre Tek, a WireMasters Company, announces additions to its NEMA WC27500-2015 Qualified Products List (QPL). The approval from NAVAIR/NEMA is a breakthrough as it includes numerous supplementary shielded and shielded/jacketed constructions.

Wyre Tek has a long history of manufacturing to the WC27500 specification and was among the first to receive QPL approval when the spec was first revised to require it in 2012. Now with these new approvals, all WC27500 cables manufactured by Wyre Tek have QPL status...

WireMasters Named Authorized Distributor For Leader In Coaxial Transmission Line Technology, Times Microwave Systems

Amanda Kole / Friday, April 7, 2017 0 3531 Article rating: No rating

Times Microwave Products

Columbia, TN USA – WireMasters, an industry leader in sales and distribution for wire, cable and interconnect accessories, announced today they have partnered with Times Microwave Systems (TMS) as an authorized distributor. Times Microwave is an industry leader for coaxial cables and accessories that offer the broadest range of transmission line solutions for...

WireMasters Supplier Spotlight on Zeus Part 1

Amanda Kole / Monday, January 23, 2017 0 3386 Article rating: No rating

PTFE Tubing

Turning polymers into possibilities. That’s what our great friends at Zeus are known for. WireMasters and Zeus have been developing our relationship as manufacture and supplier for many years now. As one of WireMasters’ top suppliers, Zeus supplies us with high-quality aerospace protective.

Zeus’ high-performance polymer components are manufactured to accelerate and enhance customer’s aerospace and defense systems with...

GORE® AEROSPACE ETHERNET CABLES NOW APPROVED ON SAE 6070 QPL FOR CIVIL AND MILITARY APPLICATIONS

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, November 29, 2016 0 3790 Article rating: No rating

Gore WLG-E-450

WireMasters is excited to announce our W.L Gore Cat6a Ethernet cables are now approved on the SAE 6070 QPL. We are excited for this advancement of the 10-gigabit Cat6a cables and it’s only through our strong partnership with companies such as W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) that we can continue to provide the latest advanced products to the aerospace, defense, and...

WireMasters is the proud North American stocking distributor for W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) bulk wire and cable products

Amanda Kole / Monday, November 14, 2016 0 2860 Article rating: No rating

GORE Aerospace High Speed Data Cables

WireMasters is the proud North American stocking distributor for W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) bulk wire and cable products. We are honored to be teamed with GORE as they continue to develop and provide the latest advances in wire and cable materials to the military, aerospace, defense markets. Don’t miss the opportunity to see...

GORE® Aerospace Ethernet Cables Selected For The F‑16 Aircraft Upgrades

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, September 20, 2016 0 3252 Article rating: No rating

F-16-1200x1000 We are proud of and congratulate our partner W.L. Gore on the announcement of their GORE® Aerospace Ethernet Cables being selected for the F‑16 aircraft upgrades. We are proud to be the stocking distributor of these products and happy to be associated with the famous F-16 platform. Our WireMasters

family is grateful for the men and women that are involved with the flight and operations of this legendary platform and thrilled their tools are being upgraded with some of the best...

Why EMI protection?

Amanda Kole / Friday, August 19, 2016 0 6778 Article rating: 4.0

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), also known as radio-frequency interference (RFI), occurs when the radio-frequency of an electronic circuit interferes with another electronic device nearby. These waves of disturbances can be caused by carriers of electronic currents like avionics equipment, computers, radios, thunder storms, televisions and cellphones to name a few. With the growing number of electronics on-board modern aircraft, it is of utmost importance to take every precaution to prevent and/or minimize the chance of EMI/RFI occurring.

EMI/RFI has the potential to cause loss of connectivity, obstruction to cockpit radios and...

4 balls and a 2 known as M17/176-00002

Amanda Kole / Thursday, August 4, 2016 0 5294 Article rating: 4.5

Coax-176-0002 Ever heard of 4 balls and a 2? We’re talking wire and cable here, and it’s a high possibility if you work throughout the aerospace and defense industry then you know we are referring to the popular radio frequency cable, MIL-DTL-17/176-00002. The twinax data bus cable is one of WireMasters top selling and stocking items. With approximately 145,000+ feet in-stock WireMasters can ship this material out the same day your order is placed!

Rated with an impedance of 77 ohms, the cable is...

Are you protecting your wire and cable properly?

Amanda Kole / Wednesday, July 13, 2016 0 3878 Article rating: No rating

Aerospace and defense applications utilize miles of wire and cable. Therefore, it is system critical to ensure they are properly insulated, protected and bundled. WireMasters offers multiple solutions for protection with our braid, expandable sleeving, and tubing products. Utilizing these products can enhance the systems...

Mil-Spec Cable Designs for Special OEM projects and more!

Amanda Kole / Monday, June 20, 2016 0 4486 Article rating: No rating

When it comes to usefulness, no mil-spec part family delivers like M27500. This series of cables are found in a variety of commercial and military applications including avionics, airframes, and ground-based systems. Its versatility enables it to be configured to perform in just about any environment. In fact, OEM cable specification drawings are based on M27500, including companies such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Gulfstream, Bell Helicopter, Bombardier, Raytheon, Sikorsky, and many others! One of our top wire and cable manufacturers, T/E Connectivity, also constructs M27500 cables under their 55A cable speciation!

Break Down of the M22759 Wire Specification

Amanda Kole / Monday, May 9, 2016 0 11983 Article rating: 3.2

Utilized throughout the military, aerospace, and defense industries, the MIL-W-22759 (M22759) | SAE AS22759 specification covers high-performance wires that meet requirements for small dimensions, high...

WireMasters Avionics Magazine featured and In-Flight Entertainment Updates

Amanda Kole / Thursday, May 5, 2016 0 4420 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters recently had the honor of being featured in Avionics Magazines, Wire and cable: Aircraft EWIS and Swap in Focus, By Woodrow Bellamy III. WireMasters often talks about how we are adapting to meet the demands of the In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) market and the ever changing demands of the aviation industry and this article went into great depth on what manufacturers and...

The Ins and Outs of Coaxial Cable

Amanda Kole / Friday, April 29, 2016 0 5652 Article rating: No rating

Designed by English engineer and mathematician Oliver Heaviside, Coaxial Cable (coax) designs have been around since 1880. When manufactured these cables are constructed with an inner conductor surrounded by a tubular insulating layer, enclosed by a tubular conducting shield, certain types also include an insulated outer sheath or jacket. This detailed construction of coax cables provides an interference-free transmission path for high-frequency electrical signals.

Each element of the design of a Coaxial cable affects its size, attenuation, frequency performance, power handling capabilities, strength, flexibility, and pricing. Different constructions of the inner conductor, Overall Diameter ...

WireMasters adds TE 3112 Label Printer to Value Added Department

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, March 15, 2016 0 4376 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters has added a high-performance mid-range identification TE 3112 printer to our Value Added Department with the capability to now mark the standard 2” TE Connectivity (TE) TMS markers. This new addition to WireMasters Value Added Services will enhance our existing top of line products as we mark TE Connectivity (TE) Heat-shrinkable Marker Sleeves, Cable Marker Tags and Labels. Our high-quality services will continue, due to the 3112’s 300 dpi print head, which is capable of marking a broad range of products for use in aerospace, defense and ground vehicle applications...

WireMasters now a Distributor of Gore Bulk Wire And Cable Products

Amanda Kole / Thursday, March 3, 2016 0 7384 Article rating: No rating

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) recently named WireMasters, Inc. the North American distributor for products for the Civil Aviation market, expanding the initial distribution agreement put in place in October 2015.

WireMasters currently stocks a large assortment of Gore’s high-performance bulk wire and cable products throughout our warehouse locations (Tennessee, Arizona, Texas, and Rhode Island). Like Gore, WireMasters is a privately-held corporation dedicated to bringing the latest innovations and solutions to the industry. This new relationship is part of our continued commitment to deliver quality products and services to customers across the globe. WireMasters now offers: GORE® Aerospace Ethernet Cables, GORE® Aerospace FireWire® Cables, GORE® Aerospace High Speed Data Cables, GORE® Shielded Twisted Pair Cables, GORE® Coaxial Cables, and GORE® Insulated Wires.

Technology is continually evolving in the In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) market. Gore® high speed Ethernet cables will play a big part in WireMasters IFE offerings, and is a great choice to meet the demands of the military and aviation markets. In addition to being 24 percent smaller and 25 percent lighter than standard Cat6a cables, the Gore aerospace Ethernet cables provide one of the highest transmission speeds in the industry – a whopping 10Gb! These cables can be easily installed in tight confined spaces throughout your aircraft due to their superior flexibility characteristics. Providing a reliable electrical performance and long transmission distances, Gore Ethernet Cables excel in delivering reduced weight, lower attenuation, minimal crosstalk, and improved shielding effectiveness for critical system performance.

Gore’s® 10GbHigh Speed Ethernet cables, RCN9047-26 (26 gauge) and RCN 9034-24 (24

WireMasters is now an Authorized Distributor for Amphenol PCD, a Leading Manufacturer of Interconnect Products

Amanda Kole / Thursday, February 25, 2016 0 5792 Article rating: No rating

Columbia, TN USA-WireMasters announces they have teamed with Amphenol PCD, a leading manufacturer of Interconnect products, as an authorized distribution partner. With products aimed to serve military and commercial aerospace, Amphenol PCD products will include connector accessories, such as Backshells, Dust Caps, and Adapters. As WireMasters expands into interconnect accessory lines, they will enhance support and bring added value to their customers’ harnessing capabilities.

WireMasters and Amphenol PCD are both dedicated to providing the latest innovations and solutions to the industry. Recently, the two teamed up for extensive training on these new products ensuring the WireMasters is ready to service an increased demand with hands on experience. A main focus of WireMasters’ stocking items will be Backshells, in a variety of angles.

Innovating Data Cable-Increasing Speeds. Decreasing Weights. Improved Communications.

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, May 12, 2015 0 3706 Article rating: No rating

emteq ife Data Cables are an increasing demand throughout the Aerospace industry. Often used on applications such as In-Flight Entertainment Systems, Cabin Management Systems, Ethernet Avionics, and Ground Vehicle Trunk and Bus, these cables need to provide optimized speed to meet customers’ requirements.

As one of the world’s largest wire and cables distributors, WireMasters carries a variety of these data cables in stock from manufactures like Carlisle,ECS, Emteq, Harbour, Pic, and T/E Connectivity. Each of these manufactures provides uniquely designed products with a variety of enhanced characteristics.

A LOOK INSIDE THE BOEING APPROVED BMS13-60 WIRE AND CABLE

Amanda Kole / Thursday, February 12, 2015 0 8035 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters is a world leading source for Mil-Spec and BMS (Boeing Military Specification) wire, cable, and connectivity accessories. With three warehouse locations (Arizona, Tennessee, Texas), WireMasters stocks a variety of the BMS 13-60 specification products. Approved by Boeing, this high-temperature wire and cable is...

A New Year and New Adventures for WireMasters, Inc.

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, January 6, 2015 0 2833 Article rating: No rating

Happy New Year from your WireMasters family! 2015 marks 27 years of service in the Military, Aerospace and Defense Industry, and we have big adventures planned! From attending various trade shows and starting a new blog series, WireMasters is sure to cross your radar!

Attending the world’s largest show dedicated to the International helicopter community...

Down to the Wire

Anonym / Tuesday, December 16, 2014 0 3060 Article rating: No rating

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We are officially down to the wire! As 2014 draws to a close, WireMasters would like to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! It’s been an amazing and successful year for WireMasters as we celebrate 26 years of service.

We are proud of our accomplishments and excited for the future. None of this would be possible without our loyal customers, and we thank each of you for your patronage. It has been our sincere pleasure to serve you in 2014, and look forward...

A Look Inside the Boeing Approved BMS13-48 Wire and Cable

Amanda Kole / Thursday, December 4, 2014 3 4791 Article rating: No rating

As a leading distributor of Mil-Spec and BMS (Boeing Military Specification) wire, cable and accessories, WireMasters stocks a variety of the BMS13-48 specification products. Approved by Boeing, this specification establishes the requirements for insulated wire and cable with tin–coated and silver–coated copper conductors, nickel–coated and silver–coated high strength copper alloy conductors with a primary insulation of cross–linked Ethylenetetrafluoroethylene

(ETFE)...

Inventory Management Programs - Make WireMasters part of your team!

Anonym / Thursday, November 13, 2014 1 2564 Article rating: No rating

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Since opening our doors in 1988, WireMasters has been committed to providing high quality service to our customers! As one of the world leaders in wire and cable distribution, we offer a variety of in stock products and a full line of value added services. Our job is to make your work easier by saving you time and money; and our VMI (Vendor Supplier Managed Inventory) program can improve...

WireMasters Releases New Line Card

Anonym / Thursday, October 23, 2014 1 2628 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters has had an enjoyable week at NBAA14! It’s an exciting time in the business aviation industry and we are proud to be a part of such a prestigious event! As companies such as Gulfstream and Pratt & Whitney Canada roll out their new products, WireMasters displayed a new booth, new product capabilities, and our brand new line card! We will be releasing our NBAA post show follow up...

Break Down of the M27500 Cable

Amanda Kole / Thursday, October 9, 2014 0 7099 Article rating: 5.0

The M27500 specification covers the requirements for special purpose and power cables. Commonly used in avionics, aerospace, military, and airframe applications, these constructions are offered in shielded and unshielded cables and are composed of specific conductor sizes, insulation types, number of conductors, shielding material and jacket compounds. Ranging from 1 to 15 conductors, the part number is a combination of digits and letters (not to exceed 16) which help identify the exact ...

WireMasters: Enhancing your IFE Solutions

Anonym / Thursday, September 25, 2014 1 3059 Article rating: No rating

The In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) market is on the rise as technology continues to advance. The number of commercial aircrafts equipped for broadband communication links is expected to quadruple world-wide over the next decade. Approximately 3,300 current commercial aircrafts have broadband capabilities and by 2023 the number is set to increase to at least 13,000 aircrafts. In order to meet demands, we must adapt to...

Coax Cable to Fit your Needs

Anonym / Friday, August 22, 2014 0 2695 Article rating: No rating

Are you searching for a source for all your Coax cable requirements? Look no more! WireMasters is a leading source for all your coax cables. With three warehouse locations, WireMasters has an abundant inventory of coaxial cables in stock available for immediate shipments. Maybe you need a custom coaxial cable? No problem. WireMasters can work with our design team to build a custom cable solution for your specific application! The traditional coaxial cables are known as the M17/RG ...

Break Down With the M16878 Hook-Up Wire

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, July 1, 2014 0 2508 Article rating: No rating

m16878-3 The M16878 specification designates a hookup wire with temperature ratings of -65 to 260 degrees Celsius. This high performance spec meets the requirements for small dimensions, high temperature resistance, low weight, and low flame propagations. Containing voltage ratings from 250 to 5000 volts, this wire is commonly used on electronic and harness applications throughout the Military and Aerospace industry. We have listed our WireMasters break down chart of the M16878 specification ...

2014 Gulfstream Operators and Suppliers Conference

Anonym / Wednesday, June 18, 2014 0 2738 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters had the honor of attending the 2014 Gulfstream Operators and Suppliers Conference last week in Savannah, GA. The invitation only event was held at the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center where WireMasters was able to interact with over 2000 business aviation leaders including; the Gulfstream staff, operators, and other suppliers. Serving as a platinum sponsor, WireMasters had a booth set up to demonstrate what our company has to offer and what we bring to Gulfstream. ...

WireMasters Texas Warehouse is now AS9100 REV C AND ISO 9001:2008 certified

Amanda Kole / Friday, May 30, 2014 0 2579 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters is excited to announce our Texas Warehouse is now AS9100 REV C AND ISO 9001:2008 certified. The ISO 9001 quality management standard is recognized globally as the premier quality standard for manufacturing, distribution and service industries. BSI issued the certification to WireMasters earlier this month after conducting an extensive evaluation of WireMasters’ management systems. Since our foundation in 1988, WireMasters has operated on our philosophy “Quality is not ...

March Madness: The Sweet 16 of WireMasters

Anonym / Friday, March 28, 2014 0 2665 Article rating: No rating

March Madness is in full swing! With everyone’s focus on basketball and who made it to the sweet 16, we decided to bring that focus to the blog today! WireMasters has composed our own “Sweet Sixteen.” Here are 16 reasons why you should put the ball in WireMasters court! 1)”Quality is not expensive, It’s PRICELESS”- With our business philosophy “Quality is not expensive, it is priceless,” WireMasters strives to work quickly, efficiently, and thoroughly to ensure your orders are handled ...

Look to WireMasters for all your EPS product Requirements from TE Connectivity!

Amanda Kole / Tuesday, March 11, 2014 0 2668 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters is thrilled to announce that it has recently become an authorized distributor of TE Connectivity’s EPS product line. This includes the product categories of Adhesives & Epoxies, Heat Shrink Tubing, Molded Parts, Repair Products, Harnessing Conduit Systems, AS85049 Band Straps & Adapters, Braid, Fixed, Spin & Tinel Lock Adapters, Cable Terminations, HexaShield Adapters, HexaShield Terminators, Shield Terminators, Side Entry Tinel-Lock Rings, Data Bus MIL-STD-1553, Cable-to-Cable ...

WireMasters: New Year, New look

Amanda Kole / Thursday, January 23, 2014 0 2333 Article rating: No rating

Happy New Years from your family here at WireMasters, Inc! As we celebrate 26 years of business, we are taking our commitments to a new level for your convenience with a new website, mobile app, and blog! Website: We recently launched our new website at www.WireMasters.net. The new user friendly website, keeps you informed with everything you need to know about our company from our history, the products we offer, quality certifications, latest news, etc. You can even access an online ...

WireMasters Receives WC27500 QPL

Amanda Kole / Monday, January 13, 2014 0 2512 Article rating: No rating

WireMasters is now on the NAVAIR Qualified Products List (QPL) for WC27500-2012 Rev A U00 cables, meaning we will continue to make these cables in-house to meet your volume and lead time needs.

As of October 1, 2013, all QPL approved manufacturers must be in compliance with the WC27500 Rev A. WireMasters has completed the evaluation process through NAVAIR...