General cabling guidance ContentsCable types and lengthIt is important to use cables of the appropriate type and length.Cable routing and bend radiusTo maximize cable performance and lifespan, it’s important to ensure that all cables are routed correctly and adequate space is provided to allow for each cable’s minimum bend radius.Strain reliefCircuit isolationAppropriate circuit isolation is required for installations using both AC and DC current:Cable shieldingSuppression ferritesPositive ground systemsConnecting cablesFollow the steps below to connect the cable(s) to your product.Parent topic: Cables and connections — General informationNext topic: Network cable connector types