
TC VN/PVC, 3+G C #4+8 Str BC, PVC-NYL Ins M4, Blk PVC Jkt, 600V TC-ER 90C Dry/Wet SUN RES DIR BUR
UL Type TC (1277) PVC-Nylon/PVC, 3+G Conductor 4+8AWG (7x12+7x16) Bare Copper, PVC-NYL Insulation M4 Color Code, Black PVC Outer Jacket, 600V TC-ER 90C Dry/Wet SUN RES DIR BUR
- Availability
- Global
- Status
- Active
- Orderable items
- 2
Part numbers
28156A 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28156A 0105000 | Black | Reel | 5,000 ft | 612825135593 | Order online |
| 28156A 01010000 | Black | Reel | 10,000 ft | 612825135586 | Order online |
Specifications
Information
| Put-Up Type | Reel |
|---|---|
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.386 Revision Date: 04-08-2026 |
| Footnote | C - CRATE REEL PUT-UP., Z - FINAL PUT-UP MAY VARY (= OR -) 10% FOR SPOOLS OR REELS AND (+ OR -) 5% FOR UNREEL CARTONS FROM LENGTH SHOWN. |
Product Overview
| Suitable Applications | Power and Control Applications up to 600V; Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous Locations; Recommended Cable Gland Belden BTC100A1041RA |
|---|
Construction Details
Conductor
| Element | No. of Elements | Size | Stranding | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conductor(s) | 3 | 4 | 7x12 | BC - Bare Copper |
| Ground | 1 | 8 | 7x16 | BC - Bare Copper |
Insulation
| Material | PVC/Nylon - Polyvinyl Chloride + Nylon |
|---|---|
| Nom. Thickness | 0.042 in (1.1 mm) |
| Nom. Insulation Diameter | 0.309 in (7.85 mm) |
| Color Code | Black and Numbered |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
|---|---|
| Nom. Thickness | 0.063 in (1.6 mm) |
| Nom. Diameter | 0.822 in (20.9 mm) |
| Ripcord | Yes |
Electrical Characteristics
Electricals
| Element | Nom. Conductor DCR | Max. Current |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor(s) | 0.26 Ohm/1000ft | 95 Amps per Conductor at 30oC |
| Ground | 0.65 Ohm/1000ft (2.1 Ohm/km) | 55 Amps per Conductor at 25oC |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 600 V (TC-ER) |
|---|
Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 1877.4 lbs (851.57 kg) |
|---|---|
| Bulk Cable Weight | 605 lbs/1000ft |
Temperature
| UL Temperature | 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet |
|---|---|
| Operating | Wet/Dry: -30°C to 90°C |
Bend Radius
| Stationary Min. | 3.28 in (83.3 mm) |
|---|---|
| Installation Min. | 4.1 in (100 mm) |
Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor, Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance, Burial |
|---|---|
| Flammability / Reaction to Fire | UL 1685 UL loading, IEEE 1202 FT4 |
| NEC / UL Compliance | Article 336, TC-ER, THWN-2 Singles |
| European Directive Compliance | EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.386 Revision Date: 04-08-2026 |
|---|---|
| Footnote | C - CRATE REEL PUT-UP., Z - FINAL PUT-UP MAY VARY (= OR -) 10% FOR SPOOLS OR REELS AND (+ OR -) 5% FOR UNREEL CARTONS FROM LENGTH SHOWN. |
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