Belden 29524C, VFD 3C8 600V Black

Belden 29524C is a Belden Basics VFD cable designed for Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), AC motor and drive systems, and Class 1 Division 2 hazardous locations. It features 3 circuit conductors of 8 AWG stranded (7x16) bare copper with XLPE insulation and ICEA Chart M4 color coding, plus a 10AWG symmetrical segmented ground made from (3) of 14AWG bare copper strands. For noise control and grounding continuity, it uses an overall dual copper tape helically applied shield with 100% coverage. The cable is finished with a black PVC outer jacket with ripcord and carries 600 / 1000 V (TC-ER) and 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet ratings, along with SUN RES, DIR BUR, and Oil Resistant markings.

Belden 29524C Key Features

• 3 circuit conductors of 8 AWG stranded (7x16) bare copper with XLPE insulation and ICEA Chart M4 color coding.
• 10AWG symmetrical segmented ground made from (3) of 14AWG bare copper strands.
• Overall dual copper tape helically applied shield with 100% coverage for noise control and grounding continuity.
• Black PVC outer jacket with ripcord for easier jacket removal during installation.
• Rated 600 / 1000 V (TC-ER) and 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet, with SUN RES, DIR BUR, and Oil Resistant markings.

Belden 29524C Technical Specs

Conductors, Ground, Shield & Materials

Number of conductors	3
Conductor size	8 AWG
Conductor stranding	7x16
Conductor material	BC - Bare Copper
Conductor notes	ASTM B3 Copper B8 Class B Stranding
Segmented ground wire	3 x 14 AWG
Ground stranding	7x22
Ground material	BC - Bare Copper
Ground notes	Segmented Ground (3 Totaling 10+ AWG)
Insulation material	XLPE - Cross-Linked Polyethylene (Thermoset)
Nom. thickness	0.047 in (1.2 mm)
Nom. insulation diameter	0.236 in (5.99 mm)
Ground wire	No Insulation
Shield type	Helical Tape
Shield material	Bare Copper (BC)

Jacket & Physical Dimensions

Jacket material	PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
Jacket color	Black
Nom. jacket thickness	0.063 in (1.6 mm)
Nom. diameter	0.646 in (16.4 mm)
Overall cable diameter (nominal)	0.646 in (16.4 mm)
Bulk cable weight	350 lbs/1000ft (520 kg/km)

Performance & Electrical Characteristics

Nom. conductor DCR	0.564 Ohm/1000ft (1.85 Ohm/km)
Nom. capacitance cond-to-cond	31 pF/ft (100 pF/m)
Nom. capacitance cond-to-other (conds + shield)	63 pF/ft (210 pF/m)
Nom. characteristic impedence	50 Ohm
Nom. velocity of prop.	55%
Max. current	55 Amps per Conductor at 30ºC
Nom outer shield DCR	0.81 Ohm/1000ft (2.7 Ohm/km)

Environmental & Mechanical Ratings

Operating	-40°C To +90°C
Stationary min. bend radius	7.8 in (200 mm)
Installation min. bend radius	7.8 in (200 mm)
Max. pull tension	678 lbs (308 kg)
Environmental suitability	Indoor, Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance, Burial
Additional markings/ratings	600/1000V TC-ER 90C Dry/Wet 1000V SUN RES DIR BUR Oil Resistant

Compliance & Certifications

Flammability / reaction to fire	UL 1685 UL Loading, IEEE 1202 FT4
NEC / UL compliance	Article 336, TC-ER, XHHW-2
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)
Other standard compliance(s)	P-07-KA070003-MSHA
Sustainability	CA Prop 65

Belden 29524C Applications

• Install in Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) applications where a purpose-built VFD cable is required for drive-to-motor connections.
• Support AC motor and drive systems in industrial installations where consistent electrical performance and grounding are needed.
• Specify for Class 1 Division 2 hazardous locations when the installation requires a cable identified for that environment.

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