Hi, just wanted to see what others are using to manage/protect cables in their projects. My walker project was going to have the cables run through the legs, but its becoming more clear this is going to be too tight and they're going to get caught in the joints.
My plan B was to run the out side the leg and join under the hip section. I could just them through a hole a cable tie them together, but as things move these will become un even and possibly get in the way.
Has anyone else found a good way to keep them tidy, protected and in place. Possible small braided wraps or something.
Making sure the servo wires do not get pinched or rub over time is always an issue.
I have used the braided wraps and they do work but what I have found that works better is aquarium hose.
Yes the hose that is used to supply air to an aquarium works well as a wrap.
I use a razor knife and split the hose down the side and then wrap it over the servo wires.
The hose is plenty flexible and will protect the wires.
Wire ties in most cases are going to be your friend to hold the hose to a leg.
Make sure that you extend the leg to it fullest position when attaching the servo wires/hose to the leg so when the leg does move it does not stretch out the wires and break them.
I have also bought adhesive Hook and Loop (Velcro) and used it to secure the wires/hose to a leg or arm and it works well.
We have found that two kinds of covering are the best: black spiral sleeving and black mesh wire sleeves. You would cut them to the appropriate lengh, while ensuring there is sufficient cable available for the full range of motion.
Any chance you’d have links to coverings that are small enough for servo wires? Had a look around and only been able to find either really expensive or way too big. Thanks
Hi…as per my knowledge two kinds of covering are the best: black spiral sleeving and black mesh wire sleeves. You would cut them to the appropriate lengh, while ensuring there is sufficient cable available for the full range of motion.
