Electronics Assembler how-to

How to Build a Wire Harness from a Drawing

Harnesses must match drawings exactly.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Harnesses must match drawings exactly. In short: cut; strip; insert, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Cut wires to length.

  2. Strip and crimp.

  3. Insert into connectors.

  4. Lay out on the board.

  5. Tie and label.

  6. Test continuity.

Safety reminders for electronics assemblers

  • Ventilate soldering fumes
  • Use ESD protection
  • Wear eye protection
  • Prevent burns

PCB · Through-hole · SMT · Solder joint · Flux · Cold joint: see the full electronics assembler glossary.

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