Belden 29520C 010, Multi Conductor 3C 16 AWG 600V XLPE PVC Black
SKU:Belden 29520C 010
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Description
Belden 29520C 010 is a Belden Basics VFD Cable for Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), AC motor and drive systems, and Class 1 Division 2 locations. It features 3 x 16 AWG (7x24) BC - Bare Copper conductors with XLPE - Cross-Linked Polyethylene (Thermoset) insulation and a symmetrical segmented ground made from 3 x 18 AWG (7x26) BC - Bare Copper strands totaling 14 AWG. For noise control, it uses an overall dual copper tape helically applied shield with 100% coverage and a black PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride jacket. It is rated 600 V (TC-ER) with 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet performance and is SUN RES DIR BUR and Oil Resistant.
Belden 29520C 010 Key Features
- 3 x 16 AWG (7x24) BC - Bare Copper conductors for VFD power and control connections.
- XLPE - Cross-Linked Polyethylene (Thermoset) insulation with ICEA Chart M4 color code.
- Symmetrical segmented ground made from 3 x 18 AWG (7x26) BC - Bare Copper strands totaling 14 AWG.
- Overall dual copper tape helically applied shield with 100% coverage for noise control.
- Black PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride jacket with ripcord.
- 600 V (TC-ER) and UL temperature 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet.
- Environmental suitability: Indoor, Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance, Burial; SUN RES DIR BUR; Oil Resistant.
Belden 29520C 010 Applications
- Supports Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) installations where a dedicated VFD cable is specified.
- Connects drives and motors in AC motor and drive systems for industrial equipment.
- Suitable for Class 1 Division 2 locations where this cable type is selected for the environment.
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Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Product type | VFD |
| Composite | Yes |
| Armor | No |
| Number of Conductors | 3 |
| Conductor size | 16 AWG |
| Conductor stranding | 7x24 |
| Conductor Material | BC - Bare Copper |
| Conductor notes | ASTM B3 Copper B8 Class B Stranding |
| Segmented ground wire | 3 |
| Ground size | 18 AWG |
| Ground stranding | 7x26 |
| Ground material | BC - Bare Copper |
| Ground notes | 3 Ground Segments Totaling 14 AWG |
| Earth/ground wires | Yes |
| Number of ground wires | 3 Wire |
| Ground wire insulation | No Insulation |
| Shield | Shielded |
| Shield Type | Helical Tape |
| Shield Material | Bare Copper (BC) |
| Insulation thickness (nom.) | 0.031 in (0.79 mm) |
| Insulation diameter (nom.) | 0.123 in (3.12 mm) |
| Jacket thickness (nom.) | 0.060 in (1.5 mm) |
| Nom. diameter | 0.397 in (10.1 mm) |
| Overall cable diameter (nominal) | 0.397 in (10.1 mm) |
| Bulk cable weight | 116 lbs/1000ft (173 kg/km) |
| Nom. conductor DCR | 3.91 Ohm/1000ft (12.8 Ohm/km) |
| Nom. capacitance cond-to-cond | 25 pF/ft (82 pF/m) |
| Nom. capacitance (Cond-to-Shield) | 48 pF/ft (160 pF/m) |
| Nom. characteristic impedence | 50 Ohm |
| Nom. velocity of prop. | 55% |
| Max. current | 18 Amps per Conductor at 30ºC |
| Nom. outer shield DCR | 1.90 Ohm/1000ft (6.23 Ohm/km) |
| Operating | -40°C To +90°C |
| Stationary min. bend radius | 4.8 in (120 mm) |
| Installation min. bend radius | 4.8 in (120 mm) |
| Max Pull Tension | 130 lbs (59 kg) |
| NEC / UL compliance | Article 336, TC-ER |
| Flammability / reaction to fire | UL 1685 UL Loading, IEEE 1202 FT4 |
| ICEA compliance | S-95-658 |
| 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) |
| APAC compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| Other Part Numbers | 29520C 010, 29520C 010100, 29520C 010250, 29520C 010500, 29520C 0101000 |
| Priced Per | FT |
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