Standard construction. †Special construction. 5000 ft. minimum order. *3 conductors or more and 20 AWG or larger.

To specify PLTC-ER (Exposed Run) rated cables, order standard 1000 or 3000 series part number with E suffix.

Shielding options, including unshielded, overall foil shielded and individually foil shielded/overall shielded configurations are available. Twisted non-shielded pairs and triads provide a minimal diameter allowing greater tray and conduit fill. Non-shielded instrumentation pairs may be utilized when recommended by the instrument manufacturer and used in a metallic conduit. Overall shields are recommended for use in instrumentation applications where signals are transmitted in excess of 100 millivolts, except in areas where high voltage and current sources create excessive noise interference.

Belden’s exclusive Beldfoil® shield with drain wire provides 100% coverage for maximum shield effectiveness. Individually shielded pairs or triads with an overall shield are recommended for use in instrumentation applications where optimum noise rejection is required. Individual pair/triad shields are fully isolated from each other and contain a separate drain wire for grounding, to provide maximum protection from crosstalk and common mode interference.

Belden also has the capability to protect electronic, instrumentation and control cables with interlocking or continuous armor, as well as smooth or corrugated protective metal tapes.

To complete the offering, a communication wire is included on all multi-pair/multi triad 1000 and 3000 series part numbers which consists of a 22 AWG Stranded (7×30) Bare Copper Conductor, and Orange PVC insulation. Custom configurations are also available.

Belden UL 300V Instrumentation Cable Meets All Applicable Specifications

• UL Subject 13
• UL Subject 2250
• NEC Article 725 Class 2 & Class 3 Circuits
• NEC Type PLTC Listed, which is approved for cable tray use in Class 1, Division 2 hazardous areas and non-hazardous areas, cable trays, raceways, conduit and supported by messenger wires
• Sunlight-resistant
• Oil-resistant per UL Class 43
• NEC Type ITC per Article 727 – ITC cables may carry up to 5 amps at 150V, which is significantly greater than that allowed for PLTC only cables; ITC cables may also be installed in specific applications, per the NEC, in addition to those allowed for PLTC
• UL 1685 (UL 1581) Vertical Tray Flame Test comparable to IEEE 383-1974 (70,000 BTU/hr) Flame Test
• PVC/PVC constructions are CMG, FT4, IEEE 1202 and IEEE 383-2003 rated and meet the ICEA T-29-520 Flame Test

600V UL Instrumentation Tray Cable

Cables with soft annealed bare or tinned copper conductors and with PVC-Nylon insulation, 90°C PVC Jacket, TFN, TFFN or THHN style singles and a Nylon rip cord in all PVC-Nylon/PVC versions are the standard offering for the 600V Tray cable category. These cables are used in wet or dry locations. The cable jackets are resistant to sunlight, moisture and vapor penetration. And, they can be used in raceways and (supported by messenger wire), outdoor applications and direct burial applications.

As an option, Belden also offers all PVC-Nylon/PVC, XLPE/PVC and XLPE/CPE jacketed tray cables with a TC-ER (Exposed Run) rating, formerly referred to as Open Wiring. Per NEC (2005) Article 336, a TC-ER rated cable may be installed in an industrial establishment between a cable tray and the utilization equipment or device. A TC-ER rated cable must meet the crush and impact requirements of UL Type MC cable. By eliminating the need for metal conduit and/or armor, using a TC-ER rated cable results in savings in both installation and maintenance.

Other insulation and jacket options in the UL Instrumentation Cable line are shown in the table below. All Belden cable jackets are resistant to sunlight, moisture and vapor penetration.

600V Instrumentation Cable

Standard construction. †Special construction. 5000 ft. minimum order.

To specify PLTC-ER (Exposed Run) rated cables, order standard 1000 or 3000 series part number with E suffix.

Shielding options, including unshielded, overall foil shielded and individually foil shielded/overall shielded configurations are available. Individual pair shields are fully isolated from each other and contain a separate drain wire for grounding to provide maximum protection from crosstalk and common mode interference. Cables with an overall shield provide additional electrostatic noise protection. Cables with an overall shield are recommended for use in instrumentation applications where signals are transmitted in excess of 100 millivolts except in areas where high voltage and current sources create excessive noise interference. Twisted non-shielded instrument pairs provide a minimal diameter allowing greater tray and conduit fill. Non-shielded instrument pairs may be utilized when recommended by the instrument manufacturer and use in a metallic conduit.

You can also customize any 600V TC instrumentation cable, with armor and a full-size ground.

Belden UL 600V Instrumentation Cable Meets All Applicable Specifications

• UL Subject 1277 TC
• UL 1685 (UL 1581) Vertical Tray Flame Test comparable to IEEE 383-1974 (70,000 BTU/hr.) Flame Test
• NEC Type TC Listed, which is approved for cable tray use in Class 1, Division 2 areas, per NEC Articles 340, 318 and 501 and for Class 1 circuits as permitted in Article 725
• PVC-Nylon/PVC constructions are NEC Type NPLF Listed, which is approved for use in Non Power-limited Fire Protective Signaling circuits, per NEC Article 760
• PVC-Nylon/PVC, XLPE/PVC and XLPE/CPE constructed cables meet IEEE 1202/IEEE 383-2003/FT4 (70,000 BTU) Flame Test
• XLPE/Haloarrest® LSZH Jacketed cables are UL 1277 TC-LS (limited smoke) rated

Thermocouple Extension Cable and Wire

The conductor material of thermocouple extension cable is determined by the thermocouple extension wire type. These cables are also FEP or PVC insulated with FEP or PVC jacket. A Nylon rip cord is included in all PVC-jacketed thermocouple extension cables. A communication wire is included on all multi-pair PVC constructions. The conductor material of a thermocouple wire is determined by the thermocouple type with FEP insulations and jacketed flat constructions. FEP thermocouple wire is impervious to chemical attack and is flame retardant.

Thermocouple Extension Cable & Thermocouple Wire

Standard construction. †Special construction. 5000 ft. minimum order. *3 conductors or more and 20 AWG or larger.

To specify PLTC-ER (Exposed Run) rated cables, order standard 1000 or 3000 series part number with E suffix.

Temperature ranges are applicable only to the thermocouple conductors and not to the cable. The cable must never be exposed to temperatures higher than the maximum temperature ratings shown in the table below.

Thermocouple Identification and Limits of Error – Reference Junction 0°C

Limits of error per ANSI MC96.1-1982. Limits shown do not include system or installation error. Percentages refer to the temperature being measured.

*The Temperature Range and Limits of Error are for standard grade thermocouples, Reference ANSI MC96.1-1982 for special grade thermocouples.

The Temperature Ranges for type E, J, K and T thermocouple wires listed above pertain to 20 AWG wire.

Additional constructions available upon request.

Applications for Belden thermocouple products include the use of parallel non-shielded extension wire in low noise environments (when recommended by the instrument manufacturer). An overall shielded construction is recommended in areas where high voltage and current sources create excessive noise interference. The Beldfoil shield with drain wire provides 100% coverage for maximum shield effectiveness. Individually shielded pairs are recommended for use in applications where optimum noise rejection is required.

Thermocouple Cable Specifications – PVC Insulated, PVC Jacketed

• UL Subject 13
• UL 1685 (UL1581) Vertical Tray Flame Test comparable to IEEE 383-1974 (70,000 BTU) Flame Test
• ANSI/MC 96.1 – 1982
• NEC CMG
• NEC Type PLTC Listed, which is approved for cable tray use in Class1, Division 2, hazardous areas and non-hazardous areas, cable trays, raceways, conduit and supported by messenger wires.
• NEC Type ITC Listed, which is approved for cable tray use, raceways hazardous locations according to Articles 501, 502, 503 and 504; or as aerial on a cable messenger, and under raised floors in control rooms and rack rooms where arranged to prevent damage to the cable. Usages are allowed based on qualified persons servicing all installations.
• PVC/PVC constructions are CMG, FT4, IEEE 1202 and IEEE 383-2003 rated and meet ICEA T-29-520 Flame Test
• UL 1277 TC versions approved for use in Class 1 trays available as specials

Thermocouple Cable Specifications – Shielded Twisted Pair (FEP insulated, FEP jcketed)

• UL Subject 13
• NFPA 262 (UL 910 Steiner Tunnel Flame Test) comparable to FT6 Flame Test
• ANSI/MC 96.1 – 1982
• NEC Type CL3P/PLTC Listed, which is approved for use in ducts, plenums and other space used for environmental air
• UL 1277 TC versions approved for use in Class 1 trays available as specials

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300V Power-limited Tray Cables

600V Tray Cables

Thermocouple Extension Cables

Thermocouple Extension Cables – High Temperature

Thermocouple Wire

Thermocouple Wire – High Temperature

UL Control Cable

Belden offers a wide array of UL-rated 600V Tray Cable for a variety of control applications. Multi-conductor versions are available as standards from 18 to 1 AWG. (1/0 through 4/0 AWG versions are also available as custom made constructions.) These cables are available in unshielded and shielded configurations, using various insulation and jacket combinations (see chart below).

As an option, Belden offers all PVC-nylon/PVC, XLPE/PVC and XLPE/CPE jacketed tray cables with a TC-ER (Exposed Run)rating, formerly referred to as Open Wiring. Per NEC Article 336, a TC-ER rated cable may be installed in an industrial establishment between a cable tray and the utilization equipment or device without the use of conduit. A TC-ER rated cable must meet the crush and impact requirements of an armored cable, such as UL Type MC cable. By eliminating the need for metal conduit and/or armor, using a TC-ER rated cable results in savings in both installation and maintenance. Standard lengths may be subject to tolerance. Custom lengths may be available by request.

600V Control Cable

Standard construction. †Special construction. 5000 ft. minimum order.

To specify TC-ER (Exposed Run) rated control cable, simply replace the second digit of the part number from a 7 to an 8. For example, 27080A with TC-ER rating becomes 28080A.

Note: All products are Indoor/Outdoor rated and sunlight-resistant. 1000V and 2000V ICEA-rated cables are available with a minimum order of 5000 ft. 2000V UL1277 TC cables are available with a minimum order of 5000 ft.

Belden UL Control Cables are typically offered in unshielded and overall shielded versions, with non-insulated, bare copper ground wires available for 8 through 1 AWG constructions. (Non-insulated, bare copper, full sized ground wires may be requested on other constructions.) All shielded PVC-Nylon/PVC constructions include drain wires for easy shield termination.

Unshielded cables may be utilized when recommended by the equipment manufacturer and used in a metallic conduit. These cables provide a minimal OD, allowing greater tray and conduit fill. Overall shielded cables are recommended for use in control applications where signals are transmitted in excess of 100 millivolts, except in areas where high voltage and current sources create excessive noise interference. Belden’s Beldfoil shield with drain wire provides 100% coverage for maximum shield effectiveness. A copper tape shield is available upon request.

Multi-conductor control cables (10 AWG to 18 AWG) are color coded per ICEA Table E2.

AWG and larger constructions are black and numbered per ICEA Method 4.

Belden UL Control cable can be installed in cable trays, ducts and conduit, plus it is suitable for installation in wet or dry locations as the cable jackets are resistant to sunlight, moisture and vapor penetration. These cables can also be used in raceways (supported by messenger wire), outdoor applications and direct burial installations. They are used extensively in manufacturing facilities – especially in the process industries such as petrochemical, steel, pulp and paper, cement and mining.

Belden UL Control Cable Meets All Applicable Specifications

• UL Subject 1277 Type TC
• XLPE/Haloarrest LSZH jacketed cables are UL 1277 TC-LS rated
• UL Subject 1424 (per outline for NPLF requirements dated May 3, 1979)
• UL 1685 (UL 1581) Vertical Flame Test comparable to IEEE 383-1974 (70,000 BTU/hr) Flame Test
• Approved for cable tray use in Class 1, Division 2 areas, per NEC Articles 340, 318 and 501, and for Class 1 circuits as permitted in Article 725
• PVC-Nylon/PVC, XLPE/PVC and XLPE/CPE constructed cables meet IEEE 1202/IEEE 383-2003/FT4 (70,000 BTU/hr) Flame Test

MC Metal Clad and Teck-Style® 600V Cable

Belden Metal Clad (MC) and Teck-Style cables are designed to meet demanding industrial needs by combining rugged durability and corrosion resistance with flexibility and easy handling.

Belden MC Cable cable is marked sunlight-resistant for cable tray use in direct burial designations and cable constructions are listed to NEC Type MC.

Teck- Style cables are price-competitive, high-performance, UL and CSA dual-rated cables with a flame-retardant XHHW insulated conductor and an inner PVC jacket for mechanical moisture and corrosion protection.

The construction of the cables is as follows: Class B stranded bare copper conductors, cross-linked polyethylene insulation, bare copper ground wire, standard aluminum or optional galvanized steel interlocking armor, PVC outer jacket, thermoset insulation (XHHW-2 conductors), an NEC conductor temperature of 90°C dry and 90°C wet. The minimum bending radius of the cable is 23 times the overall cable diameter. The combined use of Kellems grips and pulling eyes is recommended.

Type MC and Teck-Style cable may be used to meet the needs of pulp and paper, chemical, petroleum and other demanding industrial environments – and under the following conditions:

• Exposed or concealed wiring in dry or wet conditions
• In ventilated, non-ventilated or ladder-type cable trays in dry or wet conditions
• On walls or beams
• Directly buried
• Class 1 and II Division 2 and Class III Division 1 and 2 hazardous locations

Advantages include:

• High tensile strength
• Impact- and crush-resistance
• Heat-resistance
• Excellent elongation
• Moisture-resistance
• Good low temperature properties
• 90°C dry and 90°C wet
• High insulation resistance
• Low dielectric loss
• High dielectric strength
• Corrosion-resistance
• Versatile and flexible
• Provides cost savings as conduit and ducts are not required

UL Specifications

• UL 44
• UL 1569
• UL 1685 (UL1581) Vertical Tray Flame Test (70,000 BTU/hr)

CSA Teck-Style Specifications

• CSA C22.2 #131
• FT4 Flame Test
• HAZ LOC
• CSA C22.2 #0.3 Clause 4.32 Low Acid Gas

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600V Type TC Cables

600V Teck-Style® Cables

600V Type MC Metal Clad Cables

Custom cables are available upon request which can utilize any number of construction features such as:

• Armoring: Aluminum Interlock, Steel Interlock, and Continuous Corrugated Aluminum
• Armor Tapes: Corrugated Copper, Aluminum, and Steel
• Jackets: PVC, CPE, LDPE, TPE, HDPE, Fluorocopolymer, Oil Res II, Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH), Haloarrest®, and Polyurethane
• Shielding: Overall Beldfoil®, Duofoil®, TC Braid, TC Double Braid, Individual Beldfoil Copper Tape Shields, and “French Braid”
• Insulations: Datalene®, XLPE, FEP, Polypropylene, Foam FEP, HDPE, PVC, TPE, and PVC-Nylon
• Conductors: Solid BC, Stranded BC, Solid Bare Copper-covered Steel, and Stranded TC