Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › II. Airframe › Task K. Aircraft Electrical Systems

AM.II.K.S8

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Secure wire bundles.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 4-57
Chapter 4: Engine Ignition & Electrical Systems › Lacing & Tying Wire Bundles
possible, mount them directly to structural members. [Figure 4-101] Clamps can be used with rubber cushions to secure wire bundles to tubular structures. [Figure 4-102] Such clamps must fit tightly but should not be deformed when locked ... purposes of this discussion, the following terms are defined: 1. Tying is the securing together of a group or bundle of wires by individual pieces of cord tied around the group or bundle at regular intervals. 2. Lacing…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 9-86
Chapter 9: Aircraft Electrical System › Wiring Installation › Lacing & Tying Wire Bundles
Lacing & Tying Wire Bundles Ties, lacing, and straps are used to secure wire groups or bundles to provide ease of maintenance, inspection, and installation. Straps may not be used in areas of SWAMP, such as wheel wells, near wing flaps ... single cord-lacing method is a clove hitch secured by a double-looped overhand knot. [Figure 9-148, step A] Use the double cord-lacing method on wire bundles 1 inch in diameter or larger. When using the double cord…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Airframe p. 9-87
Chapter 9: Aircraft Electrical System › Wire Termination › Stripping Wire
wire are more than 12 inches apart. A tie consists of a clove hitch around the wire group or bundle, secured by a square knot. [Figure 9-150] Wire Termination Stripping Wire Before wire can be assembled to connectors, terminals…