
Inst, 1 Pr #16 Str BC +GRN GND, PVC-NYL Ins E1, OS, Blk PVC Jkt, 600V TC-ER 150V NPLF 90C Dry
UL Instrumentation TC-ER, 1 Pair 16AWG (7x24) Bare Copper, PVC-NYL Insulation E1 Color Code + Green Ground, Overall Beldfoil® Shield, Black PVC Outer Jacket, 600V TC-ER 150V NPLF 90C Dry 90C Wet SUN RES DIR BUR
- Availability
- Global
- Status
- Active
- Orderable items
- 2
Part numbers
3090AE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3090AE 0101000 | Black | Reel | 1,000 ft | 612825141228 | Order online |
| 3090AE 0105000 | Black | Reel | 5,000 ft | 612825141242 | Order online |
Specifications
Product Overview
| Suitable Applications | Industrial Control, Raceways Cable trays and ducts, Digital Control, Instruments (4-20ma, 0-10v, ...),low voltage digital control (24v, ...), encoders, control circuits, distributed control system (DCS),programmable logic controller (PLC), Solenoids, Valves, Actuators, Positioners |
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Construction Details
Conductor
| Element | No. of Elements | Size | Stranding | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pair(s) | 1 | 16 | 7x24 | BC - Bare Copper |
| Ground | 1 | 16 | 7x24 | BC - Bare Copper |
Insulation
| Element | Material | Nom. Thickness | Nom. Insulation Diameter | Color Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pair(s) | PVC/Nylon - Polyvinyl Chloride + Nylon | 0.022 in (0.56 mm) | 0.101 in (2.57 mm) | Black & White |
| Conductor(s) | PVC/Nylon - Polyvinyl Chloride + Nylon | 0.022 in (0.56 mm) | 0.101 in (2.57 mm) | Green |
Inner Shield
| Element | Each Pair |
|---|---|
| Shield Type | Tape |
| Material | Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Drainwire Type | 18 AWG (7x26) TC |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
|---|---|
| Nom. Thickness | 0.048 in (1.2 mm) |
| Nom. Diameter | 0.375 in (9.53 mm) |
| Ripcord | Yes |
Electrical Characteristics
Electricals
| Element | Nom. Conductor DCR | Nom. Inner Shield DCR | Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Cond | Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Other (Conds + Shield) | Nom. Inductance | Max. Current |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pair(s) | 4.26 Ohm/1000ft | 0.84 Ohm/1000ft (2.8 Ohm/km) | 87 pF/ft (290 pF/m) | 50 pF/ft (160 pF/m) | 0.176 μH/ft (0.577 μH/m) | 18 Amps per Conductor at 30oC |
| Ground | 4.26 Ohm/1000ft (14.0 Ohm/km) | 18 Amps per Conductor at 30oC |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 600 V (TC), 150 V (NPLF) |
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Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 130 lbs (59 kg) |
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| Bulk Cable Weight | 75 lbs/1000ft |
Temperature
| UL Temperature | 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet |
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| Operating | -30°C to 90°C Dry/Wet |
Bend Radius
| Stationary Min. | 1.48 in (37.6 mm) |
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| Installation Min. | 1.85 in (47.0 mm) |
Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor, Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance, Burial |
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| Flammability / Reaction to Fire | UL 1685 UL loading, T-29-520, IEEE 1202 FT4 |
| NEC / UL Compliance | Article 336, Article 760, NPLF, TC-ER |
| 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) |
Product Notes
| Notes | Alternate color coding available upon request. |
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History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.305 Revision Date: 04-10-2026 |
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