Cable assembly costs and lead times explained

There are two primary concerns every manufacturer has when requesting a quote for a cable assembly: cost and lead time.

Multi-Tek competes on both, alongside responsive communication and a 99.8% on-time delivery rate.

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Material shortages inflate cable assembly lead times

If you see surprisingly long quoted lead times for your cable assembly, there’s likely an underlying cause: component supply chain issues. Projects sometimes wait on a single part with low inventories and long lead times.

We identify feasible alternate materials when low-stock components threaten delivery schedules. And our CableTracker software offers full visibility into the component supply chain to keep you ahead of potential pinches.

How we handle supply chain shortages

Quality

Here’s a look at what you pay for

Your cheapest per-unit quote probably won’t come from us. But OEMs that work with Multi-Tek purchase more than cables and packaging.

  • On-call expertise for design recommendations
  • A first article-in-hand that arrives fast
  • A 99.8% on-time delivery rate, supported by proactive supply chain management
  • A quality management system that guarantees functional, built-to-spec cable assemblies
Who we help and how

A true partnership makes your job easier

If you send your cable project overseas, you’re likely signing up for extra vendor management in exchange for lower per-unit costs. Reworking mistakes. Waiting days on responses to design or manufacturing questions.

Where others add hidden cost, we add value. You can consolidate your supply chain around our flexibility. We enter inventory agreements to reduce cost and supply chain risk. You’ll hear from us almost immediately if you reach out.

Who we are
“Multi-Tek has enabled me to ask customers about certain components that I otherwise wouldn’t have known to ask about. This saves us all time in the long run and makes for more informed conversations with our customers.”

Jim

Triax Metal

“Multi-Tek brought their extensive experience to aid us in developing and producing a less costly, but more robust harness design.”

BJ

Oregon pump manufacturer

“We definitely rely on Multi-Tek’s expertise for design.”

Michael

HP

“What’s great about Multi-Tek is that sometimes we know what we want at the end of the day, but we’re not quite sure how to get there. We can give them bits and pieces and they’ll make it into what we need.”

Julie

AIMCO

“When our engineers and the Multi-Tek engineers collaborate on design work, it’s super helpful because when it comes to procurement to prepare, it’s already figured out.”

Rhonda

SightLine

“I just received and inspected the first batch of cables and just wanted to let you know how impressed I am with build quality. You guys are supplying world class value.”

Kelly

Linear Regulator Manufacturer

“Thanks for the fine harnesses; Multi-Tek has never failed to make my connection.”

Dusty

Office Equipment Manufacturer

“Thanks for taking the time to go through this order, line by line and finding the discrepancies and duplications. You folks are always so thorough that I never hesitate to send these to you.”

Mary

Semiconductor Manufacturer

Need a cabling expert in your corner?

Expect a response from a real person (no sending out unanswered web inquiries) within an hour or two during normal business hours. A cabling expert will begin the quoting process and ask clarifying questions about your project.

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