BeldenM3977
COMP, 12PR #28, Str, Polyethylene(PE), 300 V, AWM/STYLE 2960 60C, CM 75C, CSA C(UL) TYPE CM
COMP, 12 Pair 28 AWG (7/36) TC - Tinned Copper, Polyethylene(PE) Insulation, Overall Aluminum/Polyester Shield, Slate PVC Outer Jacket, AWM/STYLE 2960 60C, CM 75C, CSA C(UL) TYPE CM C(UL) TYPE CM
- 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) | 0.329 in (8.36 mm) |
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Conductor
| Element | Pair(s) |
|---|---|
| No. of Elements | 12 |
| Size | 28 AWG |
| Stranding | 7x36 |
| Material | TC - Tinned Copper |
Insulation
| Element | Pair(s) |
|---|---|
| Material | PE - Polyethylene |
| Nom. Thickness | 0.010 in (0.25 mm) |
| Nom. Insulation Diameter | 0.035 in (0.89 mm) |
| Color Code | Black-Red, Black-White, Black-Green, Black-Blue, Black-Yellow, Black-Brown, Black-Orange, Red-White, Red-Green, Red-Blue, Red-Yellow, Red-Brown |
Outer Shield
| Shield Type | Material | Coverage | Drainwire Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tape | Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) | 100% | 28 AWG (7x36) TC |
| Braid | Tinned Copper (TC) | 90% |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
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| Nom. Thickness | 0.032 in (0.81 mm) |
| Nom. Diameter | 0.329 in (8.36 mm) |
| Ripcord | Yes |
Electrical Characteristics
Electricals
| Element | Pair(s) |
|---|---|
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Cond | 15.5 pF/ft (50.9 pF/m) |
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Other (Conds + Shield) | 275 pF/ft (902 pF/m) |
| Nom. Characteristic Impedence | 100 Ohm |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V (CM), 30 V (AWM 2960) |
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Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 99 lbs (45 kg) |
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Temperature
| UL Temperature | 75°C |
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| Operating | -20°C To +75°C |
Bend Radius
| Stationary Min. | 3.3 in (84 mm) |
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Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor |
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| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| NEC / UL Compliance | Article 800, CM |
| AWM Compliance | AWM 2960 |
| CEC / C(UL) Compliance | CM. |
| European Directive Compliance | EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), REACH, 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 M3977 12PR 28 AWG EXXXXXX SHIELDED 75C CM (UL) C(UL) OR AWM 2960 CE ROHS |
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History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.10 Revision Date: 06-30-2026 |
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