
Microphone Cable, 3 C #20 Str TC, Rayon & 85% TC Braid, Cotton Serve, EPDM Jkt
Microphone Cable, 3 Conductor 20 AWG (26 x 34) Tinned Copper (High conductivity), EPDM Insulation, Rayon® Braid, 85% Tinned Copper Braid Shield, Cotton Serve, EPDM Jacket
- Availability
- Global
- Status
- Active
- Orderable items
- 3
Part numbers
8423 is a product family. Each item number below is a separate orderable part — colour, put-up and length differ.
| Item # | Color | Putup Type | Length | UPC | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8423 010100 | Black | Reel | 100 ft | 612825206569 | Order online |
| 8423 010500 | Black | Reel | 500 ft | 612825206590 | Order online |
| 8423 0101000 | Black | Reel | 1,000 ft | 612825206576 | Order online |
Specifications
Product Overview
| Suitable Applications | Ruggedized, deployable microphone for studio or live performance; Balanced analog audio |
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Construction Details
| Overall Cable Diameter (Nominal) | 0.272 in (6.91 mm) |
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Conductor
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| No. of Elements | 3 |
| Size | 20 AWG |
| Stranding | 26x34 |
| Material | TC - Tinned Copper (High Conductivity) |
Insulation
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| Material | EPDM - Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer |
| Nom. Thickness | 0.023 in (0.58 mm) |
| Nom. Insulation Diameter | 0.083 in (2.1 mm) |
| Color Code | White, Black, Red |
Outer Shield
| Shield Type | Material | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Braid | Rayon® | 83% |
| Braid | Tinned Copper (TC) | 83% |
Outer Jacket
| Separator | Cotton Serve |
|---|---|
| Material | EPDM - Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer |
| Nom. Thickness | 0.040 in (1.0 mm) |
| Nom. Diameter | 0.272 in (6.91 mm) |
Electrical Characteristics
| Nom Outer Shield DCR | 3.3 Ohm/1000ft (11 Ohm/km) |
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Electricals
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| Nom. Conductor DCR | 10.2 Ohm/1000ft |
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Cond | 30 pF/ft (98 pF/m) |
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Other (Conds + Shield) | 55 pF/ft (180 pF/m) |
| Nom. Characteristic Impedence | 52 Ohm |
| Nom. Inductance | 0.18 μH/ft (0.59 μH/m) |
| Max. Current | 4 Amps per conductor @ 25°C |
Voltage
| Voltage Rating | 600 V |
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Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 88 lbs (40 kg) |
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| Bulk Cable Weight | 53 lbs/1000ft |
Temperature
| Operating | -50°C to +90°C |
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Bend Radius
| Stationary Min. | 2.7 in (69 mm) |
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| Installation Min. | 2.7 in (69 mm) |
Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor (Not Riser or Plenum), Indoor |
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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) |
| APAC Compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.514 Revision Date: 09-07-2025 |
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| Footnote | C - CRATE REEL PUT-UP. |
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