Quick Disconnect cables are hand-operated control cable assemblies with removable and replaceable control heads. They are commonly used when the application needs a serviceable control connection, a Vernier style control head, or a removable Positive Lock style head.
Application fit
Quick Disconnect cables support removable or replaceable control heads, including Vernier controls for fast movement plus fine adjustment. Shorter one-piece twist-to-lock controls are covered under Positive Lock cables.
Series options
Series options cover cable size, duty level, travel, length, mounting style, temperature rating, control head style, and end fittings.
Quick Disconnect cables are used when an operator needs a hand-operated control with a removable or replaceable control head. Common applications include throttle controls, choke controls, governor controls, fuel valve controls, vent controls, pump controls, generator controls, industrial equipment controls, marine controls, agricultural equipment controls, construction equipment controls, specialty vehicles, and other equipment functions that benefit from a serviceable control connection.
Vernier control heads
Quick Disconnect is the cable style used for Vernier control heads. Vernier controls are popular when the operator needs both fast positioning and fine adjustment. The center button allows the cable to move quickly to an approximate position, while turning the knob allows the operator to make small adjustments and dial in the final setting. This makes Vernier controls a common choice for throttle and engine speed applications where the operator may need to set a specific RPM or make small adjustments during operation.
Quick Disconnect vs. Positive Lock
Quick Disconnect cables support removable and replaceable control heads, including Vernier and Positive Lock style heads. This can be helpful when the control head may need to be serviced, replaced, or matched to a specific operator interface. The tradeoff is control head length. Quick Disconnect construction is longer because it includes the disconnect feature. For applications that need a shorter one-piece twist-to-lock control head and do not need a removable head, review the Positive Lock cable category .
Quote details
Cable series, overall length, travel, mounting style, control head style, conduit fittings, end fittings, and temperature requirements determine the final configuration.
Important aircraft-use notice
Vernier controls are commonly associated with aircraft throttle and mixture controls, but Custom Control Cables products are not approved for aircraft use. Do not use these cables in aircraft applications.
