How does the design of a cable Ricable take place ?
How does the design of a cable Ricable take place ? How did we give birth to the Primus series, Magnus, Dedalus and Invictus? Why is there not what I am looking for in the catalog ? It all starts with an inspiration and it can take up to years before it becomes a reality. Because we want to be sure of the value of the idea. The first few months are spent thinking, sketching and imagining, then we move on to drafting the design, considering all the issues, and then prototyping. Everything is done by points, and you don't move on to the next one if you haven't overcome the previous ones first.
The design of a cable Ricable begins with an idea...
We start with a concept, a constructive idea: what we would not hesitate to call the theory. In this phase, we desk-study a new product or an improvement on an existing one and draw what the internal structure might be.
This is a very important stage as concepts take shape and run up against all the limitations that make the difference between an idea and a product. The drawing is little more than a draft and is used to better understand figuratively the new design.
... and then turn to reality
Next, let us see whether what is only design of a cable Ricable can become reality according to our construction principles. When we have worked out a design of a possible new cable, we move on to the least pleasant part, that is, we immediately go up against the feasibility of the same. This stage has to take into account various aspects, namely those of actual manufacturing, integration with connectors, choice of conductors, dielectrics, shields and insulators, and more generally all the technical issues that could be faced are considered.
If the project involves making a new connector, we consider how to make it, both from a construction and materials point of view.
For example, with the new pure copper connectors we did a very long prototyping job, because we had to be able to overcome the obstacle of the greater softness of this metal compared to standard brass.
More information on the Ricable Copper Connector Project (RCCP) can be found in an in-depth article published specifically to list the advantages that come with this construction solution.
Let's start prototyping
At this point, prototyping begins, starting at the top of the range and scaling up on lower level models to create products for more modest ranges. Prototyping involves creating at least two different versions of the product that have passed all the previous points and are identical in appearance, differentiated only by one letter: A and B. In the course of prototyping, we change the letter with each change in order to have a screen of all prototypes. When things go well, we center the product right away, but it has happened several times that we have exceeded the alphabet by a large margin!
The tests are carried out through strict engineering controls. If they are not satisfactory, modifications and revisits are made; if, on the other hand, the performance obtained is up to par, we move on to the next and most important stage, which consists of some listening tests with at most a couple of prototypes. At this stage we try to catch the most significant aspects, and if the listening tests are successful, we move on to the next stage. If something does not convince us, we go back to prototyping. This is the stage where most projects do not see the light of day.
The listening groups
Subsequent tests (the slowest, but most fruitful) involve the involvement of external listening groups that can verify the goodness of the prototype. We collect a very important amount of data, because the information comes to us from two unique sources: the variety of systems and the experience of enthusiasts. If all the previous points satisfy us, we move on to the still next step of designing a cable Ricable, otherwise we take a step back to refine the performance of the prototypes. The last step is the relatively simpler one, but necessary for the commercialization of the product. We are talking about the one consisting of the study of design and packaging, packaging and commercial details.
We would like to say a few extra words just about the packaging. This boasts a custom design for each product that is different but at the same time consistent with the style Ricable. We know very well that colors and boxes do not make the systems work better, but we are convinced that presenting a product in a certain way is still something to consider. In the box, also handmade in Italy, there is more than just aesthetics; inside, in fact, you can find instructions on how to best use and maintain your new purchase. These are accompanied by a brochure that will show you how to activate one of our distinctive features: the Lifetime Warranty.
In a cable Ricable nothing is left to chance
We move on to multimedia content creation and data sheet creation. Even at this stage we are very punctilious, choosing the best content. Now all that remains is to produce the new cable, and even this aspect is not left to chance, because production tests are done to understand how best to optimize this phase, but above all how to avoid as much as possible errors and discrepancies between one piece and another. In the end, before packaging, there is testing and inspection on each piece in order to ensure that each buyer receives the same quality as the original design.
The fruit of the entire design phase
The product is carefully kept in our warehouse until a customer orders it. One of the most appreciated features of Ricable is the speed of shipping; in case you place your order in the morning or early afternoon, the product will leave the same day from our headquarters in Oleggio, in the province of Novara, and will be entrusted to the courier who will bring it to your home within 24/48 hours on weekdays, barring unforeseen circumstances.
The service department will support you before and after the sale, via chat, email, phone, social networks or any other means. How? With personalized support that initially tells you what is best for you and your system. After-sales support is not secondary; should there be any problems, you can write to us at any time and we will find a solution, product replacement included, if you have activated the Lifetime Warranty. Even years later.
It may happen that the prototype is immediately "guessed" and you have an excellent quality product on your hands without making any major changes. Conversely, it also happens that there is no way that provides for a satisfactory result. This is the case with the USB cable we tried to make between 2015 and 2016. It was trashed as it was disappointing for the expectations that one commonly has of a product branded Ricable. Fortunately, however, products that have passed all the steps involved in designing a Ricable cable are many, and you can discover them all by clicking on the button below.
