Custom Designed Cables
Electrical wires and optical fibers
Company Overview
Custom Designed Cables Ltd (CDC) is a UK-based cable manufacturer with over 20 years of experience, operating from its manufacturing site in Bolton, North West England. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing high-quality custom cables and cable solutions. CDC holds prestigious ISO 9001:2015, UL, and CSA approvals, ensuring their products meet rigorous national, international, and industry standards. Their commitment to quality, technical knowledge, and proactive customer service has established them as a reliable partner across diverse sectors.
Core Expertise and Custom Solutions
CDC's strength lies in its comprehensive technical capability and a customer-centric approach to cable manufacturing. They excel in providing bespoke cable solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), distributors, and end-users when off-the-shelf options are insufficient. The company offers fast turnaround times, typically 7-10 days for custom builds and prototypes, supported by low minimum order quantities. Their extensive material portfolio includes PVC, PUR, LSZH, Hytrel, PE, PP, Nylon, XLPO, XLPE, and advanced fluoropolymers like FEP, ETFE, and PTFE, enabling them to address a vast array of operating environments and performance requirements. Additionally, CDC provides cable enhancement services, such as applying additional jackets, changing colors, printing, and armoring existing cables.
Diverse Product Portfolio and Industries Served
Custom Designed Cables offers an expansive range of cables tailored for various demanding industries. This includes specialized cables for agricultural, aerospace, automotive, audio visual, defence, electric vehicle (EV), food and beverage, harsh environment, high temperature, industrial automation, instrumentation, lighting, marine, medical, military, nuclear, oil & gas, renewable energy, security, solar, transportation, and water treatment sectors. Their product range features armoured (SWA, GSWB), control (YY, CY, SY), data (coaxial, fibre optic, LAN), fire-resistant (LSZH), flexible, multicore, PUR, PVC, radiation-resistant, retractable, robotic, twisted pair, and video cables. Each cable type is engineered to meet specific challenges, from resisting extreme temperatures, chemicals, and radiation to ensuring signal integrity in complex communication systems.
Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
The company leverages advanced in-house manufacturing processes, including high-speed twisting, extrusion (jacketing/sheathing), printing, shielding (foil, braided, served), rewinding, and wire insulation. This integrated approach ensures meticulous control over every stage of cable production, from conductor selection and insulation to final testing and dispatch. Their capability to manage these processes internally allows for precise customization and consistent quality, delivering robust and dependable cable solutions.
