Belden 1516C B59, Multi Conductor Cable 24 Pair 24 AWG PVC
SKU:Belden 1516C B59
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Description
Belden 1516C B59 is a CM-rated audio snake cable for multi-channel analog audio interconnects between equipment such as microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and mixing consoles. It is built with 24 PAIRS of 24 AWG (American Wire Gauge) TC - Tinned Copper conductors and PP - Polypropylene insulation. Individually shielded pairs using Beldfoil® and an overall Beldfoil® shield with a 24 AWG TC Drain Wire support noise rejection and clean signal performance. A flexible PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride outer jacket with ripcord helps simplify pulls and installation.
Belden 1516C B59 Key Features
- CM-rated audio snake cable designed for multi-channel analog audio interconnects.
- 24 PAIRS of 24 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded conductors with TC - Tinned Copper for consistent connectivity.
- PP - Polypropylene insulation with color coding for pair identification.
- Individually shielded pairs using Beldfoil® with bonded numbered/color-coded PVC jackets to help strip simultaneously.
- Overall Beldfoil® shield with a 24 AWG TC Drain Wire for shielding continuity.
- Flexible PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride outer jacket with ripcord to support easier pulls and installation.
Belden 1516C B59 Applications
- Supports multi-channel interconnects between audio equipment such as microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and mixing consoles.
- Works well for live events or studio sound setups where multiple analog audio channels need to be routed between devices.
- Provides analog audio signal connections in multi-channel systems.
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Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Conductors | 24 PAIRS |
| Conductor size | 24 AWG (American Wire Gauge) |
| Stranding | 7x32 |
| Conductor Material | TC - Tinned Copper |
| Conductor Type | Stranded Conductor |
| Insulation Material | PP - Polypropylene |
| Insulation nom. thickness | 0.008 in (0.20 mm) |
| Nom. insulation diameter | 0.04 in (1.0 mm) |
| Color Code | Brown, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple, Gray, White, Black, Tan, Pink, Gray/Brown, Gray/Red, Gray/Orange, Gray/Yellow, Gray/Green, Gray/Blue, Gray/Purple, Gray/Gray, Gray/White, Gray/Black, Gray/Tan, Gray/Pink; Red and Black |
| Inner shield | Tape |
| Inner shield material | Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) |
| Inner shield coverage | 100% |
| Outer shield | Tape |
| Outer shield material | Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) |
| Outer shield coverage | 100% |
| Drain | 24 AWG TC Drain Wire |
| Inner jacket material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Inner Jacket Nom. Thickness | 0.015 in (0.38 mm) |
| Inner jacket nom. diameter | 0.113 in (2.87 mm) |
| Outer jacket material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Outer jacket nom. thickness | 0.065 in (1.7 mm) |
| Outer jacket nom. diameter | 0.807 in (20.5 mm) |
| Ripcord | Yes |
| Nom. conductor DCR | 23.3 Ohm/1000ft |
| Nom. capacitance cond-to-cond | 31 pF/ft (100 pF/m) |
| Nom. capacitance cond-to-other (conds + Shield) | 58 pF/ft (190 pF/m) |
| Nom. characteristic impedence | 50 Ohm |
| Nom. inductance | 0.18 µH/ft (0.59 µH/m) |
| Nom. velocity of prop. | 66% |
| Max. current | 1.05 Amps per Conductor at 25ºC |
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V RMS |
| UL temperature | 60°C |
| Operating | -35°C To +75°C |
| Max Pull Tension | 418.4 lbs (189.8 kg) |
| Bulk cable weight | 329 lbs/1000ft |
| Environmental suitability | Indoor (Not Riser or Plenum), Indoor |
| Flammability / reaction to fire | UL1581 Vertical Tray^UL1685 FT4 Loading, Limited Smoke, IEC 60332-1-2 |
| NEC / UL compliance | CM |
| CEC / C(UL) compliance | CM |
| CPR compliance | CPR Euroclass: Eca |
| European directive compliance | EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
| UK regulation compliance | UKCA Mark |
| APAC compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
| Item Type | Belden Audio Cable |
| Other Part Numbers | 1516C B59, 1516C B59100, 1516C B59250, 1516C B59500, 1516C B591000 |
| Priced Per | FT |
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