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The Book of Terms

Core

In cables, a component or assembly of components over which other materials are applied, such as additional components, shield, sheath, or armor. Also: a body of sand or other material placed in a mold to produce a cavity of desired shape in a casting; a tubular defect that comes from the surface of a billet and appears at the back end of extruded rod.

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