Cabin Solutions
Control Cables Product Description
Mechanical controls allow actuation of
the seat recline mechanism from remote locations anywhere in the seat or
seat arm sections.
These easy-to-install, easy-to-use
controls provide complete reliable actuation. Many seat designs have
tortuous routing paths and restricted passageways, particularly in the
armrest sections. This design features extremely flexible, kink
resistant cable for difficult mounting situations, resulting in very low
friction and subsequently very low actuation forces.
Many customers use the mechanical
control to actuate their own unique hardware. There are several push
button and lever type input actuators as well as several varieties of
output end configurations available. The Mechanical Control consists of
an input end, an output end and a cable conduit assembly connecting the
two ends. This compact design incorporates features that significantly
minimize the need for cable readjustment during normal use.
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Minimal
output travel loss |
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Special
construction of cable minimizes "lengthening" in folding arm rest
applications |
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Requires
low input force |
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Ability
to add machined aluminum adjusters to the control for easy
adjustments of cable length |
Cable Conduit
Assembly
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Special
stainless steel 7 x 7 cable provides low-friction, high strength and
long life |
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Three
ply construction conduit -- withstand server abuse
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High
cable conduit flexibility for ease of routing
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Self-lubricated lining, even though the end fittings, protects
against cable wearing away |
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Die cast
ball holds high pull-off load |
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Different configuration ferrule meets different application needs
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When the input end of the mechanical
control is actuated (lever or push button), the internal cable is pulled
and transfers the motion to effectively close the output end lever
actuating the Hydrolok or customer's unique hardware. When the input is
released, a return spring restores the control assembly to its original
position.
Input
Type I: Push Button & Escutcheon
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"Snaps"
easily into armrest with simple push-type action
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Maximum
cable pull capability of 0.25 inches |
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Ability
to change thickness and depth of input end to accommodate thickness
of mounting panel |
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Uses a
"Push-to-Release" spring clip or a "snap-on" for installation of
input end to mounting panel |
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"Push-to-Release" spring clip permits simple and fast removal of
push button and escutcheon from armrest without special tools |
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Many
different sizes and colors available to suit specific application
design requirements |
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Commonly
used to actuate P.L. Porter Hydrolok |
Type II:
Lever
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Maximum
cable pull capabilities of 0.375 inches |
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Available with 2 or 3 mounting holes |
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Commonly
used to actuate P.L. Porter Mechlok (MM20 & MM85)
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Type III:
Lever
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Uses a
"snap-on" input for low cost |
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Maximum
cable pull capability of 0.75 inches |
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Cable
conduit (single or dual) is glued into the escutcheon for low cost |
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Commonly
used to actuate P.L. Porter Mechlok (MM55 & MM65) |
Output
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Cable
positioning feature assures non-slip/non-shear clamping |
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Self-locking find adjustment is fully visible and easily accessible |
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Available in aluminum or zinc die cast |
Three basic
types:
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MC15 (A)
- Uses a set screw to attach to V groove or Hydrolok for
installation; available in zinc die cast |
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MC21 (B)
- Easily adjustable; push on spring clip for easy installation with
Hydrolok; available in aluminum die cast |
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MC74 (C)
- One piece plastic output structure for low cost; uses a "snap-on"
installation of input end to mounting panel |
Standard Input Ends
Standard Output Ends
Additional Information
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