Sheet metal stamping presses rely on a flexible power conduit to feed the trimming torch that follows the die’s closing action, and the torch neck cable is the link that keeps the torch energized while it moves in sync with the moving parts of the press. The cable is routed through the press’s guide rails and attached to the torch carriage, allowing the torch to slide across the freshly stamped sheet without entanglement or loss of signal. As the die opens and closes, the cable bends repeatedly, providing continuous electrical and control connections for the torch’s heating element and safety interlocks. This arrangement enables operators to perform on‑line edge trimming, burr removal, and spot welding directly on the production line, eliminating the need for separate post‑processing stations. Because the cable tolerates the high‑temperature environment and the rapid motion of the press, it supports high‑throughput cycles while maintaining precise torch positioning. In a secondary application such as automotive panel forming, the same cable can be used to power a cleaning torch that removes oxidation before coating, extending the utility of the component across related metal‑working processes.