Belden 3078F 003, ISA SP 50 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Cable, Orange Jacket
SKU:Belden 3078F 003
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Description
Belden 3078F 003 is an ISA SP 50 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Cable for harsh environment digital and serial two-way communication in process automation networks. It features a 1 pair 22 AWG (7x30) tinned copper conductor design with Foam PE insulation and an overall Beldfoil® shield. The cable has a PVC outer jacket in Orange and is listed for Outdoor use with sunlight resistance. It is specified for demanding environments, including exposure to humidity/moisture, dust, and oil.
Belden 3078F 003 Key Features
- ISA SP 50 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Cable for harsh environment digital and serial two-way communication in process automation networks.
- 1 pair 22 AWG (7x30) TC - Tinned Copper conductors for fieldbus connectivity.
- Foam PE insulation with HDPE w/ Skin and Blue & Orange insulation color code.
- Overall Beldfoil® shield with tape construction, Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) material, and 100% coverage.
- PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride outer jacket in Orange with environmental suitability: Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance.
- UL voltage rating: 300 V (CM, PLTC).
- UL temperature: 75°C with operating temperature: -40°C to +75°C.
Belden 3078F 003 Applications
- Enables harsh environment digital and serial two-way communication where reliable signaling is needed in industrial networks.
- Specified for process automation systems, including Profibus process automation or Foundation FieldBus process automation.
- Commonly used in oil and gas extraction and refining sites and petrochemical facilities.
- Performs in extreme temperature environments within the stated operating temperature range.
- Fits installations with exposure to humidity/moisture, dust, and oil.
- Supports remote locations and long distance applications where robust fieldbus communication is required.
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Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Conductor | 1 pair, 22 AWG, 7x30, TC - Tinned Copper |
| Drain Wire | 20 AWG (7x28) TC |
| Insulation thickness (nominal) | 0.046 in (1.2 mm) |
| Outer jacket thickness (nominal) | 0.050 in (1.3 mm) |
| Overall cable diameter (nominal) | 0.351 in (8.92 mm) |
| Outer jacket nominal diameter | 0.351 in (8.92 mm) |
| Bulk cable weight | 40 lbs/1000ft (60 kg/km) |
| Nominal conductor DCR | 17.1 Ohm/1000ft (56.1 Ohm/km) |
| Nominal capacitance (conductor-to-shield) | 16 pF/ft (52 pF/m) |
| Max. capacitance unbalance | 0.46 pF/ft |
| Nominal characteristic impedence | 150 Ohm |
| Nominal inductance | 0.3 µH/ft (0.98 µH/m) |
| Nominal velocity of prop. | 78% |
| Max. current | 2.5 Amps per Conductor |
| Nominal insertion loss at 0.25 MHz | 0.18 dB/100ft |
| Nominal insertion loss at 0.625 MHz | 0.26 dB/100ft |
| Nominal insertion loss at 1.25 MHz | 0.34 dB/100ft |
| Nominal insertion loss at 3.125 MHz | 0.55 dB/100ft |
| Max Pull Tension | 32 lbs (15 kg) |
| NEC / UL compliance | Article 725, Article 800, CM, PLTC |
| CEC / C(UL) compliance | CM |
| Flammability / reaction to fire | UL1685 UL Loading |
| 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 Multi-Pair Cable |
| Other Part Numbers | 3078F 003, 3078F 003100, 3078F 003250, 3078F 003500, 3078F 0031000 |
| Priced Per | FT |
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