XTRAGUARD 2, 8C #20, Str, PVC, 300 V, AWM/STYLE 20668 90C, VW-1, AWM/STYLE 1569 105C, CSA C(RU) AWM I/II A/B, CSA FT1
XTRAGUARD 2, 8 Conductor 20 AWG (7/28) TC - Tinned Copper, PVC Insulation, Overall Aluminum/Polyester Shield, Slate Polyurethane (TPU) Outer Jacket, AWM/STYLE 20668 90C, VW-1, AWM/STYLE 1569 105C, CSA C(RU) AWM I/II A/B, CSA FT1 C(RU) AWM I/II A/B, FT1 UL FT1, VW-1; CSA FT1
- Availability
- Global
- Status
- Active
Specifications
Product Overview
| Suitable Applications | Data, communication, audio, and low-level signal transmission; industrial networking, serial communication, control panels, automation equipment, and instrumentation systems. |
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Construction Details
| Overall Cable Diameter (Nominal) | 0.330 in (8.38 mm) |
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Conductor
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| No. of Elements | 8 |
| Size | 20 AWG |
| Stranding | 7x28 |
| Material | TC - Tinned Copper |
Insulation
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Nom. Thickness | 0.016 in (0.41 mm) |
| Nom. Insulation Diameter | 0.070 in (1.8 mm) |
| Color Code | Black, Red, White, Green, Orange, Blue, Brown, Yellow |
Outer Shield
| Shield Type | Material | Coverage | Drainwire Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braid | Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) | 100% | 20 AWG (7x28) TC |
| Braid | Tinned Copper (TC) | 70% |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PUR - Polyurethane |
|---|---|
| Nom. Thickness | 0.032 in (0.81 mm) |
| Nom. Diameter | 0.330 in (8.38 mm) |
| Ripcord | Yes |
Electrical Characteristics
| Nom Outer Shield DCR | 249 Ohm/1000ft (817 Ohm/km) |
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Electricals
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Cond | 39 pF/ft (130 pF/m) |
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Other (Conds + Shield) | 70 pF/ft (230 pF/m) |
| Nom. Inductance | 0.19 μH/ft (0.62 μH/m) |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V (AWM 20668) |
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| Voltage Rating | 300 V (CSA AWM) |
Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 88 lbs (40 kg) |
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Temperature
| UL Temperature | 105°C |
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| Operating | -30°C To +90°C |
Bend Radius
| Stationary Min. | 3.3 in (84 mm) |
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Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor, Outdoor |
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| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| Flammability / Reaction to Fire | UL1685 FT1 Loading, FT1 |
| AWM Compliance | AWM 20668, AWM I/II A/B |
| European Directive Compliance | 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) |
Product Notes
| Notes | Alpha Wire -* P/N 25158 8C 20 AWG XTRAGUARD(R) 2 RU AWM 20668 VW-1 OR CRU AWM I/II A/B 90C 300 VOLTS FT1 CE ROHS (SEQ FOOTAGE) |
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History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.119 Revision Date: 06-30-2026 |
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