Belden 29502F 010 is a UL-rated, extra flexible VFD cable for Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and AC motor/drive systems. It features 3 x 12 AWG TC - Tinned Copper conductors plus a 1 x 12 AWG TC - Tinned Copper ground, with XLPE - Cross-Linked Polyethylene (Thermoset) insulation and a black TPE - Thermoplastic Elastomer jacket. For noise control and VFD performance, it includes an Overall Beldfoil®+Tinned Copper Braid(85%) Shield w/12AWG TC Drain. Electrical and environmental suitability includes 600/1000V, UL temperature 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet, and Indoor, Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance, Oil Resistance, Burial.
Belden 29502F 010 Key Features
- The extra flexible VFD cable construction supports continuous motion, abrasion exposure, and hard-to-reach installations.
- Includes 3 x 12 AWG TC - Tinned Copper conductors plus a 1 x 12 AWG, 7x24x34, TC - Tinned Copper ground (Earth/ground wires: Yes).
- Uses XLPE - Cross-Linked Polyethylene (Thermoset) conductor insulation with black and numbered conductor color code.
- Features a PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride insulated ground with Green/Yellow Stripe ground color code.
- Provides shielding with an Overall Beldfoil®+Tinned Copper Braid(85%) Shield w/12AWG TC Drain.
- Finished with a black TPE - Thermoplastic Elastomer jacket; Ripcord: Yes; Armor: No; Composite: No.
- Voltage Rating: 600/1000V; UL temperature: 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet.
- Environmental suitability: Indoor, Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance, Oil Resistance, Burial.
Belden 29502F 010 Technical Specs
Construction & Materials
| Number Of Conductors | 3 |
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| Conductor Size | 12 AWG |
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| Conductor Stranding | 7x24x34 |
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| Conductor Insulation Thickness (nom.) | 0.046 in (1.2 mm) |
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| Ground Insulation Thickness (nom.) | 0.046 in (1.2 mm) |
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| Tape Shield Material | Tri-Laminate (Alum+Poly+Alum) |
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| Tape Coverage | 100% |
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| Braid Shield Material | Tinned Copper (TC) |
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| Braid Coverage | 85% |
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| Jacket Thickness (nom.) | 0.073 in (1.9 mm) |
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| Overall Cable Diameter (nom.) | 0.661 in (16.8 mm) |
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| Bulk Cable Weight | 280 lbs/1000ft (420 kg/km) |
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Electrical Ratings & Performance
| UL Voltage Rating | 1000 V (TC, WTTC, UL Flexible Motor Supply Cable), 600 V (C(UL) CIC TC) |
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| Nom. Conductor DCR | 1.546 Ohm/1000ft (5.072 Ohm/km) |
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| Nom. capacitance Cond-to-Cond | 29 pF/ft (95 pF/m) |
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| Nom. capacitance Cond-to-Shield | 53 pF/ft (170 pF/m) |
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| Nom. capacitance Cond-to-other (conds + Shield) | 53 pF/ft (170 pF/m) |
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| Nom. characteristic impedence | 63 Ohm |
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| Nom. inductance | 0.197 μH/ft (0.646 μH/m) |
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| Nom. velocity of prop. | 55% |
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| Max. current | 30 Amps per Conductor at 30ºC (per NEC) |
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Environmental & Mechanical Ratings
| Operating temperature | -40°C To +90°C |
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| Bend Radius (stationary min.) | 3.3 in (84 mm) |
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| Bend Radius (installation min.) | 5.0 in (130 mm) |
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| Bend Radius (flexing min.) | 5.0 in |
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| Max. pull tension | 458 lbs (208 kg) |
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Compliance & Certifications
| NEC / UL compliance | Article 336, TC-ER, WTTC, RHW-2, UL Flexible Motor Supply Cable |
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| CEC / C(UL) compliance | CIC, TC |
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| ICEA compliance | S-95-658 |
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| Flammability / reaction to fire | UL1685 UL Loading, FT4, 1202, 383 Vertical Tray Flame Test (70,000 BTU) |
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| 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) |
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| APAC compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
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| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
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Additional Product Notes
| Additional Product Note | 300% Ground Extra Flexible VFD |
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| Additional Product Note | 600/1000V TC-ER 90C Dry/Wet 1000V Flexible Motor Supply Cable 1000V WTTC 600V CIC TC SUN RES OIL RES II DIR BUR |
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Belden 29502F 010 Applications
- Designed for Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) where reliable power delivery is needed in drive-controlled equipment.
- Supports AC motor and drive systems that require a VFD-focused cable construction.
- Performs in environments with high flex, motion, and abrasion where extra flexibility is beneficial during operation.
- Installs well in hard to reach areas where routing and handling can be challenging.
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