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1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION GUIDE Service is the catchword in Alpha Wire s mission statement. An important aspect to the service we provide is the availability of detailed and accurate technical information. The Technical Information Guide is provided to assist the user in the application of existing Alpha Wire Company products and in the creation of custom, nonstandard items not found within the Alpha Wire Master Catalog. This section provides all of the technical information necessary for the proper design and selection of wire, cable and tubing products for a wide variety of industry applications. Logically, this information is divided into design specific and application specific sections. Design specific information found in this guide includes data on insulation and jacket material properties, copper conductors, current carrying capacity, cable shielding selection and color code charts for product wiring diagrams and specifications. Application specific information found in this guide includes tables for AWG to metric conductor conversions, temperature conversion charts, a wire and tubing cut pieces estimator chart, flexible cable application parameters, flexible cable test results and flexible cable installation and handling procedures. In addition, a cable design specification worksheet is provided to assist with the identification of custom cable design parameters. For a complete guide to industry-specific terminology, refer to Alpha s glossary of terms. The glossary includes all pertinent terms for the wire, cable and tubing products supplied by Alpha Wire. 341 TECHNICAL ENGINEERING AND DESIGN ASSISTANCE Alpha Wire maintains a Technical Engineering staff, which can assist in the selection of the proper Alpha Wire product for your application, or with the design of a custom product to suit your specific requirements. Refer to page 405 in this Master Catalog for a cable design specification sheet or call for additional information on product design, specifications and product applications. YOUR VIRTUAL LINK TO ALPHA WIRE COMPANY Alpha Wire s interactive web site integrates the information contained in this Master Catalog with the speed and functionality of the internet. is a comprehensive online reference guide to the selection and specification of wire, cable and tubing products. When it comes to ease of use, breadth of content and realworld usefulness, is the one site that delivers the engineering and technical essentials you need. The site is designed to offer quick, transparent access to critical information. Find the product and technical data required for your application by employing any one or all of the following online tools available at Online Master Catalog Product Specification Search Alpha Wire Part Number Search Competitive Part Number Search Interactively Linked Technical Data Immediate Literature Access Electronic Glossary of Terms Use for answers to your wire, cable and tubing questions around the clock and from anywhere in the world. Product Type Page Number (s) Shielding , 343 XTRA GUARD Comparison Chart XTRA GUARD High Performance Electronic Cables Specifications, Applications, Performance Data Insulation and Jacketing Materials Properties , 357 XTRA GUARD Flexible Cable Specifications, Applications, Performance Data XTRA GUARD Flexible Cable Oil & Chemical Resistance Chart XTRA GUARD Flexible Cable Common Flexing Applications Alpha Wire Manufacturing Capabilities Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES Specifications, Applications, Performance Data Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES Resistance Chart Flexible Cable Testing Capabilities , 373 Color Code Charts Decimal Equivalents AWG / Metric Conductor Chart , 380 AWG / Imperial / Metric Comparison AWG / Metric Comparison Current Carrying Capacity Temperature Conversion F / C Wire and Tubing Cut Pieces Estimator Chart Glossary of Terms Belden / Alpha Wire Cross Reference Guide Part Number Index

2 SHIELDING 342 SIGNAL INTERFERENCE When a particular installation is prone to EMI/RFI/ESI interference from either internal or external sources, some form of cable shielding will be required. The types of interference, or noise cables are exposed to can determine the type of cable shielding required. There are basically four types of noise which will affect the wiring or cabling of an instrument or control circuit: static, magnetic, common mode and crosstalk noise. STATIC NOISE. This refers to signal distortion due to the electrical field radiated by a voltage source, which has coupled into the signal-bearing circuit. Simple shielding of the full circuit is a typical means of mitigating this electrostatic type of interference. Foil shields, which offer 100% shielding efficiency, have proven most effective against this type of interference. It is critical that the shield be continued to, and completely encompass, the transmitting and receiving ends of the circuit if high levels of noise reduction are required. Effective grounding of the shield is also required; floating or non-grounded shields only partially reduce the effects of noise. MAGNETIC NOISE. Magnetic fields, radiated by power wiring found in large AC motors, transformers and knife switches, can set up current flows in opposition to the instrument circuit field. The result is the superimposing of a noise current on the signal current. The simplest and best means of mitigating the effects of such magnetic interference is by simple twisting of the cable elements. COMMON MODE NOISE. Common mode interference is the result of currents flowing between different potential grounds located at various points within a system. Receivers with very high common mode rejection ratios minimize this type of interference. CROSSTALK. This refers to the superimposing of either pulsed DC or standard AC signals carried on one wire pair to another wire pair in close proximity. Although pair twist tends to reduce crosstalk levels, the most effective means of mitigation is individual cable pair shielding coupled to pair twist. NOISE LEVELS. Once it has been determined that noise currents are going to pose a system problem, it becomes necessary to determine if the noise is of a low, medium or high level. The table below gives general guidelines as to the areas which are subject to these generalized noise levels: NOISE LEVEL CHART Noise Level Sources of Noises Typical Locations High Electrolytic processes, Heavy processing heavy motors, generators, plants such as steel transformers, induction mills and foundries. heating, relay controls, power lines and control wire in close proximity. Medium Wiring near medium-sized Average manufacmotors, control relays. turing plants. Low Wiring located far from Storage areas, labs, power lines, motors; motors offices and light <5 hp; no induction heating, assembly operations. arcs, control or power relays nearby. SHIELDING PERFORMANCE The shielding of electronic interconnect cables can play a critical role in overall system performance. System configuration, type of signals transmitted and proximity to noise generating sources all must be considered. These factors plus the type of interference, whether electromagnetic (EMI), electrostatic (ESI) or radio frequency (RFI), will determine the necessity and type of shielding required. Alpha s XTRA GUARD Cables are available in two shielded constructions providing protection for the majority of installation needs. SHIELD COVERAGE BRAIDED SHIELD The effectiveness of a braided shield depends upon the percent coverage afforded by the shield. Leakage in a braided shield is due to air spaces which exist between the weave. The following equation can be used to determine the percent coverage of a braided shield. Tan a = 2 (D + 2d)P Where: C D = Diameter under shield, inches d = Diameter of 1 strand, inches P = Picks per inch N = Number of strands per carrier a = Shield angle, degrees K = Percent coverage C = Number of carriers Shield Resistance The D.C. resistance for braided shields can be calculated using the following equation: R = dr Cos a (NC) Where: R = D.C. resistance, ohms/unit length dr = D.C. resistance of 1 strand end, ohms/unit length a = Braid angle, degrees N = Number of strand ends in one carrier C = Number of carriers When: K = (2F - F 2 ) x 100 and: F = NdP Sin a P a D d N C Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

3 XTRA GUARD HIGH PERFORMANCE ELECTRONIC CABLES XTRA GUARD SHIELDING and ARMORING OPTIONS CHOOSE ALPHA ALUMINUM POLYESTER FOIL SHIELDING FOR: Lightweight Shielding Low Cost Ease of Termination With Use of Stranded Tinned Copper Drain Wire Low Frequency Interference Applications 100% Coverage Over the Core of Cable Conductors Alpha Aluminum/Polyester Foil Shielding consists of an aluminum polyester tape, foil side facing inward, with a 25% overlap and in contact with a stranded, tinned copper drain wire equal in size to insulated cable conductors. C CHOOSE ALPHA SUPRASHIELD (FOIL/BRAID)SHIELDING FOR: Ease of Termination With Use of Stranded Tinned Copper Drain Wire High-Frequency Interference Applications High Physical Strength Alpha SUPRASHIELD (foil/braid) Shielding System consists of a unique triple-laminate tape. An aluminum/polyester/aluminum tape is bonded in one layer with a 25% overlap and in contact with a stranded tinned copper drain wire equal in size to the insulated cable conductors. A 70% coverage tinned copper braid shield is applied overall. 343 E D F LEGEND: A. Conductor B. Insulation C. Aluminum/Polyester Foil E D D. Drain Wire E. Rip Cord F. Jacket A B CHOOSE XTRA GUARD FLEXIBLE CABLE BRAID SHIELDING FOR: EMI/RFI Resistance in Power, Control and Data Applications Continuous Shield Continuity in Flexing Applications High Physical Strength XTRAGUARD Flexible Cables have specific shielding requirements resulting from the stresses of motion and flexing. Where foil shields will tear and lose continuity, XTRAGUARD Flexible Cables use a flexible, 85% coverage, tinned copper braid with a double jacket isolating the shield from the cable s inner core. LEGEND: A. Conductor B. Insulation C. Drain Wire Shield Effectiveness, db G F Frequency, MHz C Shield Effectiveness vs. Frequency 85% TINNED COPPER BRAID FCC Docket Shield Effectiveness Requirement CHOOSE ALPHA-LOC ARMORING FOR: A D. Triple-Laminate Foil Shield E. Braided Shield F. Rip Cord G. Jacket ALPHA SUPRASHIELD Protection from Mechanical Abuse Increased Protection from Water Exposure Crush Resistance Protection from Chemical Attack Made of flexible galvanized, interlock steel with a jacket of UV-stabilized PVC to provide crush resistance and resistance against corrosion and chemical attack. Perfect for industrial applications requiring a high degree of mechanical protection for computer, process control, communication and instrumentation cables. Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

4 XTRA GUARD COMPARISON CHART Moisture Weatherability Resistance Cold Bend XTRA GUARD 1 Good XTRA GUARD 2 Excellent Good Good 344 XTRA GUARD 3 Outstanding Outstanding Good XTRA GUARD 4 Outstanding Excellent Outstanding XTRA GUARD 5 Outstanding Outstanding Outstanding XTRA GUARD Good Outstanding Standard-Flex Control Cables XTRA GUARD Good Outstanding High-Flex Control Cables Resistance In Flame Mechanical Abuse Retardancy Flexibility XTRA GUARD 1 Good Excellent Good XTRA GUARD 2 Outstanding Excellent Good XTRA GUARD 3 Excellent XTRA GUARD 4 Excellent Outstanding XTRA GUARD 5 Excellent Outstanding XTRA GUARD Excellent Excellent Excellent Standard-Flex Control Cables XTRA GUARD Excellent Excellent Outstanding High-Flex Control Cables These charts are to be used as a general reference guide only. Alpha Wire Company does not guarantee the results to be obtainable in all instances. Contact the Alpha Wire Technical Department for further information. Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

5 XTRA GUARD 1 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD 1. Manufactured from stranded, tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Conductors shall be insulated with premium polyvinylchloride, which exceeds the flame test requirements of UL VW-1. Conductor insulations shall conform with UL styles 1007, 1061, 1015 and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Jacketing shall be manufactured from premium polyvinylchloride conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Type CM, AWM 2464, 2343, 2344, 2501 and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B, CMG FT4 rating requirements, for 300 Volt and 600 Volt applications. 1.1 Stranded tin coated copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 24 AWG thru 14 AWG 1.3 Premium PVC insulated conductors 1.4 Fully color coded conductors 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 300 volts A) 24 AWG and 22 AWG UL Style 1061 CSA AWM I A/B 80ÞC B) 20 AWG, 18 AWG and 16 AWG UL Style 1007 CSA AWM I A/B 80ÞC 1.6 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts A) 22 AWG thru 14 AWG UL Style 1015 CSA AWM I A/B 105ÞC 1.7 UL, CSA cable style 300 volts A) 24 AWG thru 16 AWG UL type CM or AWM 2464 CSA CMG FT4 B) 24 AWG thru 20 AWG UL type CM or AWM 2343, 2344 CSA CMG FT4 1.8 UL, CSA cable style 600 volts A) 22 AWG to 14 AWG UL Style 2501 CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT4 1.9 Shielding Options A) Unshielded: Clear polyester wrap, 25% overlap B) Foil Shielded: Aluminum/polyester, 25% overlap, foil facing in with stranded tinned copper drain wire equal in size to insulated conductor. C) SUPRASHIELD Foil/braid combination. Triple laminate, aluminum/ polyester/aluminum bonded in one layer, 25% overlap, overall 70% coverage tinned copper braid shield. Provides maximum shielding effectiveness Jacketing A) Premium polyvinylchloride B) Available in gray or black. 345 Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

6 XTRA GUARD 1 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 2.0 PERFORMANCE 3.0 APPLICATIONS 2.1 Unsurpassed Flame and Moisture Resistance 2.2 Fast, Easy Stripping of Insulation and Jacket 2.3 UL Recognition and UL Listing 2.4 Flexible Cable Routing Requirements 2.5 SUPRASHIELD Twice as Effective as Foil Shielding 3.1 High Technology Applications in Controlled Environments 3.2 Point-of-Sale Equipment 3.3 Computer Peripherals 3.4 Industrial Process Controls TEST DATA Vinyl Type Property Test Method Standard Semi-Rigid Physical Specific Gravity ASTM D Durometer Hardness ASTM D Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Abrasion Resistance F G Cut-Thru Resistance G G Water Resistance G G Thermal Heat Distortion, % ASTM D Max. Operating Temp., C Flame Resistance E E Solder Iron Resistance E E Electrical Dielectric 1 MHz ASTM D Dissipation 1 MHz ASTM D Dry Dielectric, v/mil ASTM D Wet Dielectric, v/mil ASTM D Because Alpha uses many vinyl compounds to meet various commercial specifications and to satisfy special requirements (non-staining, odorless-tasteless, etc.) only ranges can be shown. This data provides general information and shows approximate values which may be used as a guide in comparing vinyl compounds with each other and with other plastics. E Excellent G Good F Fair P Poor When covered with braided copper shield 4.2 Flame Retardancy UL Vertical Tray CSA FT4 Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

7 XTRA GUARD 2 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD 2. Manufactured from stranded, tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Conductors shall be insulated with premium polyvinylchloride, which exceeds the flame test requirements of UL VW-1. Conductor insulations shall conform with UL styles 1569, 1730, 1015 and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Extra-rugged jacketing shall be manufactured from specially formulated polyurethane conforming to UL and CSA standards, be in compliance with and shall exhibit superior resistance to oils, fuels, chemicals, solvents, water and abrasions. Complete cables meet UL AWM 20668, and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B for 300 Volt and 600 Volt applications. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Stranded tin coated copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 24 AWG thru 14 AWG 1.3 Premium PVC insulated conductors 1.4 Fully color coded insulated conductors 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 300 volts A) 24 AWG and 22 AWG UL Style 1730 CSA AWM I A/B 90 C B) 20 AWG, 18 AWG and 16 AWG UL Style 1569 CSA AWM I A/B 90 C 1.6 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts A) 18 AWG thru 14 AWG UL Style 1015 CSA AWM I A/B 105 C 1.7 UL, CSA cable style 300 volts and 600 volts UL AWM Styles: 20668, CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.8 Shielding Options A) Unshielded: Clear polyester wrap, overlap Foil Shielded B) Foil Shielded: Aluminum/polyester, 25% overlap, foil facing in with stranded tinned copper drain wire equal in size to insulated conductor. C) SUPRASHIELD Foil/braid combination. Triple laminate, aluminum/ polyester/aluminum bonded in one layer, 25% overlap, overall 70% coverage tinned copper braid shield. Provides maximum shielding effectiveness. 1.9 Jacketing A) Specially formulated polyurethane jacket meets UL and CSA requirements. B) Available in orange, blue, green, yellow, gray, red, sand-beige, white and black. 347 Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

8 XTRA GUARD 2 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 2.0 PERFORMANCE 4.0 TEST DATA (Continued) Unmatched Resistance to Oils, Fuels, Solvents and Water 2.2 Twice the Tensile Strength of PVC 2.3 Three times the Tear and Abrasion Resistance of PVC 2.4 Superior Low-Temperature Flexibility to 20 C 2.5 Ultraviolet Light Stability (Jacket Color Black) 2.6 Extraordinary Fungus Resistance 2.7 Rated to 90 C (300V) 105 C (600V) 3.0 APPLICATIONS 3.1 CNC Machine Centers 3.2 Automotive Assembly Plant Operations 3.3 Military Ground Support Systems 3.4 Packaging Machinery 3.5 Petrochemical Plant Operations 3.6 Geophysical Exploration Equipment TEST DATA Property Test Method Value Tensile Strength, psi (min.) ASTM D Elongation, % (min.) ASTM D Durometer Hardness, Shore A ASTM D Set, % (max.) ASTM D Tear Strength, LB/Inch ASTM D Low Temperature Flexibility Temperature ASTM D1053 Modulus of Rigidity C F MPa (psi) (990) (1,300) (2,500) (6,000) (18,000) (50,000) Flame Retardancy UL Rating VW-1 Oxygen Index 32 (ASTM D-2863) Tensile Loss, % Tensile Loss, % Tensile Loss, % Tensile and Tear Resistance Comparison of Various Jacketing Materials Materials Polyurethane Low Density Polyethylene Plasticized PVC Neoprene Hypalon Ethylene Propylene Rubber (1) ASTM D-624 Tensile Tear (1) % Strength (psi) Strength Lbs. Elongation Outdoor Aging of XTRA GUARD 2 Polyurethane Black Florida Exposure Natural Exposure, months Black Arizona Exposure Natural Exposure, months Black Ohio Exposure Natural Exposure, months Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

9 XTRA GUARD 2 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 4.0 TEST DATA (Continued) 4.6 Aging Characteristics Tensile Ultimate 100% 300% Weight Volume ASTM Strength Elongation Modulus Modulus Change Change Method PSI % PSI PSI % % ORIGINAL PROPERTIES D Heat Stability D-573 (Air-oven C C UV Stability D-1499 (Fade-o-meter) after 20 hrs hrs hrs hrs Hydrolytic Stability D C after 2 wks wks wks wks C after 2 wks wks wks wks Original Properties SERVICE FLUID IMMERSION D-471 ASTM Fuel R.T. after 70 hrs wks wks ASTM Fuel R.T. after 70 hrs wks wks ASTM Oil 100 C after 70 hrs wks wks Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

10 XTRA GUARD 3 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 350 Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD 3. Manufactured from stranded, tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Conductors shall be insulated with premium polyvinylchloride, which exceeds the flame test requirements of UL VW-1. Conductor insulations shall conform with UL styles 1007, 1061, 1015 and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Jacketing shall be manufactured with ethylene propylene copolymer (polyethylene) 80 C. Jacketing shall exhibit superior resistance to abrasion, chemicals, moisture and ultraviolet light (UV). Cable shall be capable of direct burial in wet earth. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Stranded tin coated copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 24 AWG thru 14 AWG 1.3 Premium PVC insulated conductors 1.4 Fully color coded insulated conductors 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 300 volts A) 24 AWG and 22 AWG UL Style 1061 CSA AWM I A/B 80 C B) 20 AWG, 18 AWG and 16 AWG UL Style 1007 CSA AWM I A/B 80 C 1.6 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts A) 24 AWG thru 14 AWG UL Style 1015 CSA AWM I A/B 80 C 1.7 Shielding Options A) Unshielded: Clear polyester wrap, 25% overlap B) Foil Shielded: Aluminum/polyester, 25% overlap, foil facing in with stranded tinned copper drain wire equal in size to insulated conductors. C) SUPRASHIELD Foil/braid combination. Triple laminate, aluminum/ polyester/aluminum bonded in one layer, 25% overlap, overall 70% coverage tinned copper braid shield. Provides maximum shielding effectiveness. 1.8 Jacketing Specially formulated ethylene propylene copolymer (polyethylene) 80 C. 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Five Times the Water Resistance of PVC Cable 2.2 Direct Burial in Wet Earth Without Conduit 2.3 Unsurpassed Service Life in Outdoor Use 2.4 Unmatched Ultraviolet Light Stability APPLICATIONS 3.1 Inter-building Communications 3.2 Satellite Communications Equipment 3.3 Land Irrigation Systems 3.4 Outdoor Security Systems 3.5 Outdoor Scoreboards and Displays 3.6 Pipeline Sensor Controls 4.0 TEST DATA Property Test Method Values Specific Gravity ASTM D Durometer Hardness ASTM D-2240 D45 Tensile Strength, psi (min) ASTM D Elongation, % (min) ASTM D Water Absorption PVC Index ASTM D % Water Absorption Polyethylene ASTM D % Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

11 XTRA GUARD 4 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD 4. Manufactured from stranded, tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Conductors shall be insulated and jacketed with thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) which meets the flame test for 300 volt cables at 210,000 BTU/HR and 600 volt cables at 70,000 BTU/HR. Conductor insulations shall conform with UL styles 1888, 300 volt, 125ÞC and UL Style 1722, 600 volt 125ÞC applications. Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Cable shall meet or exceed the requirements of UL Style 20237, 20238, 20239, and CSA, AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 for 300v and 600v installations. Cable shall conform to UL tray cable ratings UL standard 13 type PLTC (Power Limited Tray Cable) 90ÞC, 300v or UL Standard 1277 type TC (Tray Cable) 90ÞC, 600v. Cable shall be approved for use in mines in accordance with Pennsylvania Bureau of Deep Mine Safety, P-MWMS-1-85 and be in compliance with. Cable shall exhibit superior resistance to ultraviolet light, ozone, cold impact, chemicals and water. Cable shall exhibit minimum levels of corrosive outgassing when subjected to heat or thermal decomposition. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Stranded tin coated copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 24 AWG thru 14 AWG 1.3 Fully color coded insulated conductors 1.4 Thermoplastic Elastomer insulated conductors 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 300 volts 24 AWG thru 16 AWG UL Style 1888 CSA AWM I A/B 125 C 1.6 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts 18 AWG thru 14 AWG UL Style 1722 CSA AWM I A/B 125 C 1.7 UL,CSA cable styles 300 volts 24 AWG thru 16 AWG UL Style CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.8 UL,CSA cable styles 600 volts 18 AWG thru 14 AWG UL Style CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.9 Shielding Options A) Unshielded: Clear polyester wrap, 25% overlap B) Foil Shielded: Aluminum/polyester, 25% overlap, foil facing in with stranded tinned copper drain wire equal in size to insulated conductors. C) SUPRASHIELD Foil/braid combination. Triple laminate, aluminum/ polyester/aluminum bonded in one layer, 25% overlap, overall 70% coverage tinned copper braid shield. Provides maximum shielding effectiveness UL Tray Cable Ratings 90 C 300 volts 22 AWG thru 16 AWG UL Standard 13 type PLTC (Power Limited Tray Cable) 1.11 UL Tray Cable Ratings 90 C 600 volts 18 AWG thru 14 AWG UL Standard 1277 type TC (Tray Cable) 1.12 Meets or exceeds flame test for 300 Volt cables at 210,000 BTU/HR and 600v cables at 70,000 BTU/HR 1.13 Mine approved in accordance with Pennsylvania Bureau of Deep Mine Safety P-MWMS Jacketing Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) 125 C UL Recognized 351 Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

12 XTRA GUARD 4 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 2.0 PERFORMANCE 4.0 TEST DATA (Continued) Three Times the Low-Temperature Flexibility of Conventional PVC 2.2 Unmatched Performance at Temperatures from 60 C to 125 C 2.3 Resistance to Oils, Fuels, Solvents and Water 2.4 UL Recognition and UL Listing 2.5 Unmatched Flame Resistant Insulation and Jacket 2.6 Ultraviolet Light Stability (Jacket Color Black) 3.0 APPLICATIONS 3.1 Wood, Paper, Pulp, Plant Operations 3.2 Mining Instruments and Controls 3.3 Mass Transit Systems 3.4 Military Electronic Applications 3.5 Food and Beverage Plants 3.6 Petrochemical Process Controls 3.7 Arctic Pipeline Controls TEST DATA Property Value Tensile Strength, psi 1800 Elongation, % 530 Air Oven Aging, C Tensile Strength, psi 1800 Elongation, % 530 Tear Strength, lbs/in 250 Values are typical Test procedures per applicable ASTM specification 4.2 Flame Retardancy UL VW-1 CSA FT1 210,000 BTU 300 Volt 70,000 BTU 600 Volt 4.3 Low Temperature Flexibility Static: Cold Bend Aging: 80 C Dynamic: Cold Impact Aging: 50 C Passed without physical damage to the cable specimens on cold bend mandrel and impact testing 4.4 Resistance to Solvents, Oils, Water MOISTURE ABSORPTION ASTM D570: MG/IN 2 7 Days, 80 C : Hours, 80 C : 1.5 % Retention ASTM #2 OIL AGING Tensile Elongation UL 62 (7 days, 160 C) UL 83 (4 days, 100 C) Methanol ASTM D Silicone Oil ASTM D Corrosive Outgassing Comparison Outgassing occurs when insulation and jacketing materials are subjected to heat, flame or thermal decomposition. PVC TPE (Thermoplastic Parts Per Elastomer) Compound Million Parts Per Million HCL (Hydrochloric Acid Gas) 330,000 6 CO 2 1,182, CO 90, Benzene 11,000 0 Methane 68,000 0 Ethane 29,000 0 Vinylchloride 26,000 0 Propane 14,000 0 Propylene 14,000 0 Toluene 10,000 0 Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

13 XTRA GUARD 5 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD 5. Manufactured from stranded, tin coated copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Conductors shall be insulated and jacketed with fluorinated ethylene propylene FEP Teflon, which exceeds requirements of the UL VW-1 and 210,000 BTU/HR Flame Tests. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL style 1886 (300 Volt, 150 C). Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Cable shall meet or exceed the requirements of UL Style 20229, and for 300 Volt installations, and CSA CMP FT6 for 300 Volt applications. Cable shall be in compliance with. Cable shall be approved for use in mines in accordance with Pennsylvania Bureau of Deep Mine Safety, P-MWMS Cable shall be unaffected by any known chemicals, acids, fuels, solvents or oils at room temperature. Cable shall be resistant to weather, heat aging and ultraviolet (UV) light. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Stranded, tin coated copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 24 AWG thru 16 AWG 1.3 Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) Teflon* Insulated Conductors 1.4 Fully color coded insulated conductors 1.5 UL conductor style 300 volts 24 AWG thru 16 AWG UL Style C 1.6 UL cable style 300 volts UL Type CMP UL AWM Styles 20229, and CSA cable style 300 volts CSA CMP FT6 1.8 Meets or exceeds the 210,000 BTU/HR Flame Test Requirements 1.9 Passes Steiner Tunnel Test (Low smoke generation) 1.10 Mine approved in accordance with Pennsylvania Bureau of Deep Mine Safety P-MWMS Jacketing Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) Teflon, 150 C, UL Listed and CSA Certified NEC Article Shielding Options A) Unshielded: High temperature tape wrap, 25% overlap B) Foil Shielded: Aluminum/polyester, 25% overlap, foil facing in with stranded tinned copper drain wire equal in size to insulated conductors. C) SUPRASHIELD Foil/braid combination. Triple laminate tape, aluminum/polyester/aluminum bonded in one layer, 25% overlap, overall 70% coverage tinned copper braid shield. Provides maximum shielding effectiveness. 353 *Teflon is a registered trademark of E.I. DuPont Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

14 XTRA GUARD 5 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 2.0 PERFORMANCE 3.0 APPLICATIONS Unmatched Performance at Temperatures from 80 C to 200 C % Impervious to All Chemicals, Acids, Fuels, Solvents and Water at Room Temperature 2.3 Excellent Ampacity Capability 2.4 Low Dielectric Constant of % Smaller Cable Diameter 2.6 Extremely Low Friction Jacket for East of Routing 2.7 Suitable for Use in Class 1 Clean Rooms 2.8 FDA Recognized as Food/Medical Grade (can be sterilized) 3.1 Military Electronic Applications 3.2 Steel, Glass and Metal Foundries 3.3 Mining Instruments and Controls 3.4 Food and Beverage Plants 3.5 Clean Room Environments 3.6 Refinery Cracker Unit Controls TEST DATA Property Test Method Teflon* FEP Specific Gravity ASTM D Durometer Hardness ASTM D (Shore D ) Tensile Strength, psi (min.) ASTM D Elongation % (min.) ASTM D Operating Temperature, C 200 Dielectric constant Flame Retardancy UL Vertical Tray Steiner Tunnel 210,000 BTU/HR 4.3 Ampacity (Insulated Conductors) Current Carrying Capacity of Copper Conductors (Measured in Amperes) INSULATION MATERIALS AT GIVEN TEMPERATURES POLYETHYLENE KYNAR NEOPRENE POLYETHYLENE POLYURETHANE POLYPROPYLENE POLYVINYLCHLORIDE (CROSSLINKED) KAPTON CONDUCTOR POLYVINYLCHLORIDE POLYETHYLENE PVC (IRRADIATED) THERMOPLASTIC TEFLON SIZE (SEMI-RIGID) (HIGH DENSITY) NYLON ELASTOMERS SILICONE AT 80 C AT 90 C AT 105 C AT 125 C AT 200 C 24 AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

15 XTRA GUARD 5 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 4.0 TEST DATA (Continued) 4.4 Chemical Resistance TABLE I Exposure of XTRA GUARD 5 to Acids and Bases Exposure Weight Temp., Exposure Increase, Reagent C ( F) Time % Hydrochloric Acid 10% 25 (77) 12 mo (122) 12 mo (158) 12 mo. 0 20% 100 (212) 8 hr (392) 8 hr. 0 Nitric Acid 10% 25 (77) 12 mo (158) 12 mo. 0.1 Sulfuric Acid 30% 25 (77) 12 mo (158) 12 mo (212) 8 hr (392) 8 hr. 0.1 Sodium 10% 25 (77) 12 mo. 0 Hydroxide 70 (158) 12 mo % 100 (212) 8 hr. 0 Ammonium 10% 25 (77) 12 mo. 0 Hydroxide 70 (158) 12 mo. 0.1 TABLE II Exposure of XTRA GUARD 5 to Solvents Exposure Weight Temp., Exposure Increase, Solvent C ( F) Time % Acetone 25 (77) 12 mo (122) 12 mo (158) 2 wk. 0 Benzene 78 (172) 96 hr (212) 8 hr (392) 8 hr. 1.0 Carbon Tetrachloride 25 (77) 12 mo (122) 12 mo (158) 2 wk (212) 8 hr (392) 8 hr. 3.7 Ethyl Alcohol (95%) 25 (77) 12 mo (122) 12 mo (158) 2 wk (212) 8 hr (392) 8 hr. 0.3 Ethyl Acetate 25 (77) 12 mo (122) 12 mo (158) 2 wk. 0.7 Toluene 25 (77) 12 mo (122) 12 mo (158) 2 wk Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

16 INSULATION AND JACKETING MATERIALS PROPERTIES INSULATION MATERIALS PROPERTIES CHART 356 PROPERTIES PVC PE POLYPROPYLENE TFE FEP KYNAR PVDF TPE 1 Abrasion Resistance Good Good Fair Fair Good Good Good 2 Heat Resistance Good Good Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 3 Weatherability Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Good Excellent 4 Flame Retardancy Excellent Poor Poor Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 5 Water Resistance Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Good Good Good 6 Acid Resistance Good Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 7 Alkali Resistance Good Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 8 Aliphatic Hydro. Resis. Good Poor Fair Excellent Excellent Excellent Poor 9 Aromatic Hydro. Resis. Poor Poor Fair Excellent Excellent Excellent Poor ASTM POLY- PROPERTIES METHOD PVC PE PROPYLENE TFE FEP PVDF TPE 1 Specific Gravity D Tensile Strength, psi D Elongation, % D Volume Resistivity, 1.5 x ohm-cm D > x > x x x Dielectric Strength, volts/mil D Dielectric 60 Hz D Dielectric 1 khz D Power Factor 60 Hz D Power Factor khz D The above chart reflects a qualitative comparison of insulating properties and should be used as a general guide only. For specific compound information, consult Alpha s Engineering Staff. Note: All values shown are nominal. XTRA GUARD CHEMICAL RESISTANCE CHART Dibasic Acid Phosphate Crude Detergent Non-Detergent Esters (Aircraft Synthetic Castor Fluoro- Silicone Esters (Brake Aviation Oil Motor Oil Motor Oil Turbine Oil) Oils Oil Lubricants Lubricants Fluid HD) Gasoline Gas Benzene XTRA GUARD 1 F F F F F F G G P F F P XTRA GUARD 2 G G G P G P G E P F F p XTRA GUARD 3 F G G P G P G E P F F P XTRA GUARD 4 G G G G G G G G G F F P XTRA GUARD 5 E E E E E E E E E E E E This chart is to be used as a general reference guide only, for casual exposure at room temperature. These recommendations are based upon test results believed reliable. Alpha Wire does not guarantee the results to be obtainable in all instances. E = Excellent G = Good F = Fair P = Poor Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

17 INSULATION AND JACKETING MATERIALS PROPERTIES INSULATION MATERIALS PROPERTIES CHART PROPERTIES TEFZEL ETFE NATURAL RUBBER HYPALON NEOPRENE SILICONE POLYURETHANE 1 Abrasion Resistance Good Excellent Good Excellent Fair Excellent 2 Heat Resistance Excellent Fair Excellent Good Excellent Good 3 Weatherability Good Fair Excellent Good Excellent Good 4 Flame Retardancy Excellent Poor Good Good Good Good 5 Water Resistance Excellent Good Good Excellent Excellent Good 6 Acid Resistance Excellent Fair Excellent Good Good Fair 7 Alkali Resistance Excellent Fair Excellent Good Good Fair 8 Aliphatic Hydro. Resis. Excellent Poor Fair Good Poor Good 9 Aromatic Hydro. Resis. Excellent Poor Fair Fair Poor Poor 357 ASTM TEFZEL NATURAL POLY- PROPERTIES METHOD ETFE RUBBER HYPALON NEOPRENE SILICONE URETHANE 1 Specific Gravity D Tensile Strength, psi D > Elongation, % D Volume Resistivity, 2 x ohm-cm D > x x Dielectric Strength, volts/mil D Dielectric 60 Hz D Dielectric 1 khz D Power Factor 60 Hz D Power Factor khz D The above chart reflects a qualitative comparison of insulating properties and should be used as a general guide only. For specific compound information, consult Alpha s Engineering Staff. Note: All values shown are nominal. XTRA GUARD CHEMICAL RESISTANCE CHART Hydrochloric Sulfuric Acid Acid Carbon TriChlor Chlorine Kerosene JP-4 JP-5 Alcohols MEK (10%) (10%) Acetone Tetrachloride ethylene (Wet) XTRA GUARD 1 P P P G P E G P F P G XTRA GUARD 2 F P P F P F F P P P P XTRA GUARD 3 G P P G P G G P F P P XTRA GUARD 4 F P P G P G G P F P P XTRA GUARD 5 E E E E E E E E E E E This chart is to be used as a general reference guide only, for casual exposure at room temperature. These recommendations are based upon test results believed reliable. Alpha Wire does not guarantee the results to be obtainable in all instances. E = Excellent G = Good F = Fair P = Poor Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

18 XTRA GUARD STANDARD-FLEX CONTROL CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 358 Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD Standard- Flex Control Cable. Manufactured from finely stranded bare copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-3. Conductors shall be insulated with premium polyvinylchloride, which meets the UL VW-1 flame test requirements. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL Style and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be black, numbered white with one yellow/green grounding conductor on the outer layer. Jacketing shall be manufactured from premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Style 2587 and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 rating requirements, for 600 Volt applications. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3.0 APPLICATIONS 1.1 Finely stranded bare copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 20 AWG thru 10 AWG 1.3 Premium lubricated polyvinylchloride insulated conductors 1.4 Black conductors, numbered white 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts UL Style CSA AWM I A/B 90ÞC 1.6 UL, CSA cable styles 600 volts UL Style 2587 CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.7 Shielding A) Unshielded: Paper wrap, 25% overlap B) Shielded: Tinned copper braid over inner jacket, overall 85% coverage 1.8 Jacketing A) Premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride B) Available in gray 3.1 Material Handling Equipment 3.2 Machine Tools 3.3 CNC Machine Centers 3.4 Data Processing Equipment 3.5 Automation Equipment JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /78 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL VW-1 CSA FT1 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Outstanding Chemical and Oil Resistance 2.2 UL Recognized and CSA Certified, Marked 2.3 Jacket Meets VDE 0472, Section 803 Oil Test 2.4 Ease of Installation 2.5 NOT FOR USE IN HIGH-FLEX CABLE APPLICATIONS Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

19 XTRA GUARD HIGH-FLEX CONTROL CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD High-Flex Control Cable. Manufactured from super finely stranded bare copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-3. Conductors shall be insulated with premium polyvinylchloride, which meets the UL VW-1 flame test requirements. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL Style and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be red, numbered black with one yellow/green grounding conductor on the outer layer. Jacketing shall be manufactured from premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Style 2587 and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 rating requirements, for 600 Volt applications PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3.0 APPLICATIONS 1.1 Super finely stranded bare copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 20 AWG thru 10 AWG 1.3 Premium lubricated polyvinylchloride insulated conductors 1.4 Red conductors, numbered black 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts UL Style CSA AWM I A/B 90ÞC 1.6 UL, CSA cable styles 600 volts UL Style 2587 CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.7 Shielding A) Unshielded: Flexible tape wraps, 25% overlap B) Shielded: Tinned copper braid over inner jacket, overall 85% coverage 1.8 Jacketing A) Premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride B) Available in black 3.1 Robotics 3.2 Installation in Cable Track 3.3 Data Processing Equipment 3.4 Assembly Lines 3.5 Automation Equipment JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /70 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL VW-1 CSA FT1 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Extra Flexibility and Durability for Continuous Motion 2.2 Extended Cycle Life 2.3 Outstanding Oil and Chemical Resistance 2.4 Jacket Meets VDE 0472, Section 803 Oil Test 2.5 UL Recognized and CSA Certified, Marked Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

20 XTRA GUARD HIGH-FLEX MINI DIAMETER MULTICONDUCTOR DATA CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 360 Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD High-Flex Mini Diameter Multiconductor Data Cable. Manufactured from finely stranded tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Conductors shall be insulated with premium semi-rigid polyvinylchloride, which meets the UL VW-1 flame test requirements. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL Style 1731 and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Jacketing shall be manufactured from premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Type CM, UL Style 2661, CSA CMG and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT4 rating requirements, for 300 Volt applications. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3.0 APPLICATIONS 1.1 Finely stranded tinned copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 28 AWG thru 12 AWG 1.3 Premium lubricated semi-rigid polyvinylchloride insulated conductors 1.4 Fully color coded conductors 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 300 volts UL Style 1731 CSA AWM I A/B 105ÞC 1.6 UL, CSA cable styles 300 volts UL Type CM, UL Style 2661 CSA CMG, CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT4 1.7 Shielding A) Aluminum/Polyester, 25% overlap B) 26 AWG (7/34) tinned copper drain wire C) Tinned copper serve, 90% overall coverage 1.8 Jacketing A) Premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride B) Available in gray 3.1 Industrial Electronic Processing Equipment 3.2 Datacomm Connections 3.3 Connecting Sensors and Actuators to Controllers 3.4 Sensor and I/O Interconnects JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /87 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL Vertical Tray CSA FT4 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Extreme Flexibility in Small Spaces 2.2 Continual Flexing in Cable Tracks 2.3 Outstanding EMI Protection 2.4 Superior Oil Resistance 2.5 UL Listed, UL Recognized, CSA Certified and Marked Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

21 XTRA GUARD HIGH-FLEX MINI DIAMETER MULTIPAIR DATA CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD High-Flex Mini Diameter Multipair Data Cable. Manufactured from finely stranded tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Conductors shall be insulated with premium semi-rigid polyvinylchloride, which meets the UL VW-1 flame test requirements. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL Style 1731 and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Jacketing shall be manufactured from premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Type CM, UL Style 2661, CSA CMG and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT4 rating requirements, for 300 Volt applications PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3.0 APPLICATIONS 1.1 Finely stranded tinned copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 28 AWG thru 22 AWG 1.3 Premium lubricated semi-rigid polyvinylchloride insulated conductors 1.4 Fully color coded conductors 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 300 volts UL Style 1731 CSA AWM I A/B 105ÞC 1.6 UL, CSA cable styles 300 volts UL Type CM, UL Style 2661 CSA CMG, CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT4 1.7 Shielding A) Aluminum/Polyester, 25% overlap B) 26 AWG (7/34) tinned copper drain wire C) Tinned copper braid, 85% overall coverage 1.8 Jacketing A) Premium oil resistant flexible polyvinylchloride B) Available in gray 3.1 Industrial Electronic Processing Equipment 3.2 Datacomm Connections 3.3 Automation Networking 3.4 PLC, Microprocessor and Computer Interconnects JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /87 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL Vertical Tray CSA FT4 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Extreme Flexibility in Small Spaces 2.2 Continual Flexing in Cable Tracks 2.3 High Speed Digital Data Transmission 2.4 Outstanding EMI Protection 2.5 UL Listed, UL Recognized, CSA Certified and Marked Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

22 XTRA GUARD HIGH-FLEX TORSION ROBOTIC CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 362 Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company XTRA GUARD High-Flex Torsion Robotic Cable. Manufactured from finely stranded bare copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-3. Conductors shall be insulated with premium thermoplastic elastomer, which meets the UL VW-1 flame test requirements. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL Style and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be black, numbered white with one green/yellow grounding conductor on the outer layer. Jacketing shall be manufactured from specially formulated oil resistant extra-rugged polyurethane conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Style and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 rating requirements, for 600 Volt applications. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3.0 APPLICATIONS 1.1 Finely stranded bare copper conductor per ASTM B Size range 24 AWG thru 10 AWG 1.3 Premium thermoplastic elastomer 1.4 Black conductors, numbered white 1.5 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts UL Style CSA AWM I A/B 80ÞC 1.6 UL, CSA cable styles 600 volts UL Style CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.7 Shielding A) Unshielded: Low friction tape B) Shielded: Tinned copper serve, 90% overall coverage 1.8 Jacketing A) Specially formulated oil resistant polyurethane B) Available in black 3.1 Twisting and Random Robotic Flexing Applications 3.2 Power Supply to Welding, Painting and Articulating Robots 3.3 Automation Networking 3.4 Connecting Sensors and Actuators to Controllers JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /82 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL VW-1 CSA FT1 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Twisting and Random Robotic Flexing Motions 2.2 Extreme Oil Resistance 2.3 Where Shielding is Required (shielded version only) 2.4 UL Recognized, CSA Certified and Marked Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

23 XTRA GUARD FLEXIBLE CABLE OIL AND CHEMICAL RESISTANCE CHART XTRA GUARD FLEXIBLE CABLE PRODUCT TYPE XTRA GUARD XTRA GUARD XTRA GUARD XTRA GUARD CHEMICAL STANDARD-FLEX HIGH-FLEX MINI-DIAMETER TORSION Crude Oil G G G G Detergent Motor Oil G G G G Non-Detergent Motor Oil G G G G Dibasic Acid Esters (Aircraft Turbine Oil) G G G P Synthetic Oils G G G G Castor Oil G G G P 363 Fluoro-Lubricants G G G G Silicone Lubricants G G G E Phosphate Esters (Brake Fluid HD) P P P P Gasoline F F F F Aviation Gas F F F F Benzene P P P P Kerosene P P P F JP-4 P P P P JP-5 P P P P Alcohols G G G F MEK P P P P Hydrochloric Acid (10%) E E E F Sulfuric Acid (10%) G G G F Acetone P P P P Carbon Tetrachloride F F F P TriChlorethylene P P P P Chlorine (Wet) G G G P Legend E = Excellent non-measureable effects on product integrity. G = Good no significant physical effects on product integrity. F = Fair moderate exposure only. P = Poor immediate effects noticable, not recommended for use. Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

24 XTRA GUARD COMMON FLEXING APPLICATIONS There are four common types of flexing to consider when designing and applying a flexing cable. They are Rolling Flex, Bending or Tick-Tock Flex, Torsional Flex and Variable/Random Flex. 364 ROLLING FLEX Rolling Flex Applications include linear motion associated with cable track systems or single axis slide apparatus. (See figure 1.) The most common type of rolling flex includes cable track systems where the cables are managed within an enclosed rolling motion carrier. TORSIONAL FLEX Torsional Flexing Applications occur when the cable is subjected to twisting forces, usually in a circular motion around the central axis of the cable. Robotic and pick/place apparatus are the most common applications subjecting cables to torsional stress. Figure 1 ROLLING FLEX Figure 3 TORSIONAL FLEX BENDING FLEX Bending or Tick Tock Flex occurs when a cable is subjected to repetitive motion at a fixed point in the axis of the cable. The bending moment of the cable is subjected to stress and fatigue from lateral motion in these applications. BENDING FLEX VARIABLE FLEX Variable Flexing Applications are random applications, which may occur in any number of flexing environments. Examples include articulation found in robotics, automated equipment and hand-held devices. Figure 2 Figure 4 VARIABLE FLEX Alpha Wire Company offers a line of high flex XTRA GUARD Flexible Cable products designed specifically for each of the four listed types of flexure. In addition, Alpha s Engineering Staff can assist the user in the design of application specific cables to suit specific needs, or in the specification of an existing Alpha Wire product. A close examination of the flex requirements and the physical, mechanical or environmental requirements is an important first step in the determination of product selection. A product design specification worksheet can be found on page 405 of this Master Catalog to assist you in the selection process. Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

25 ALPHA WIRE COMPANY MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES Alpha Wire is dedicated to providing our customers with premium products and service. A key component to this commitment is our world class manufacturing capability. Alpha has embarked on a major capital investment program in its Leominster, MA manufacturing facility that ensures every product made by Alpha lives up to our dedication to quality, fit for use, delivery and service. This two-year initiative will result in a transformation that includes every major manufacturing component in the facility. From primary extrusion, cabling, twisting, shielding and jacketing, to process and shop floor control. Alpha Wire has redesigned its manufacturing capabilities to provide existing products more efficiently and to better prepare for future developments in our industry. Primary Extrusion Alpha Wire s primary insulation processes provide a broad range of capabilities in the extrusion of thermoplastic materials over primary conductors. Primary core sizes from 4/0 through 30 AWG are produced utilizing state of the art digital process control technology. Insulation options include standard single pass polyester, PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene and a wide range of thermoplastic elastomers (TPE). Dual extrusion processing of constructions utilizing PVC/nylon or applicable materials is also available. Cabling Alpha Wire s cabling capability is state of the art. From the latest in planetary cabling technology to the most current neutralization payoff and take up techniques, Alpha has the processing capability to build the most complex constructions. Shielding Alpha Wire employs all of the standard shielding techniques including wrapped or inline foil shield (aluminum/polyester), tinned copper braid, spiral or serve wrapped tinned copper or the SUPRASHIELD triple laminate foil shield with drain and a 70% coverage tinned braid combination. Jacketing As with primary extrusion, Alpha Wire can claim the latest in finished jacketing extrusion technology. Construction diameters from less than 0.100" up to 1.5" are manufactured utilizing state of the art digital control technology. The latest raw material handling, drying and colorization equipment are used to reduce set up time and enhance product quality. Digital loop control ensures process specifications are met with 100% accuracy and repeatability. All thermoplastic-jacketing compounds can be extruded per UL, (C)UL and CSA standards. Equipment and Shop Floor Control Alpha Wire employs the Belden Automated Equipment Process Control (AEPC) standard on all extruders in its manufacturing facility. The AEPC version 3.0 controller is a scalable system that can monitor multiple I/O locations. Process parameters ranging from barrel and screw temperature through finished cable outside diameter are measured continuously. This data is digitally linked and statistical process control (SPC) techniques are employed to match the data with the individual process order. Quality control traceability is thus ensured at all steps in the process, for all products. The Alpha Information Management System (AIMS) employs the BPCS shop floor control module for process planning, production scheduling and shop floor tracking. From the moment an order is placed, either directly or through the company wide MRP system, Alpha s materials management and manufacturing systems are employed to ensure the product is produced on time, according to specification and with the highest quality possible. 365 In all, Alpha Wire provides manufacturing capabilities that have been carefully configured to fit Alpha s business model of quality brand and the finest service in the industry. Call Alpha Wire today for world class manufacturing technology designed to suit your special requirements. Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

26 Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES F HIGH PERFORMANCE, FLEXIBLE AUTOMOTIVE CONTROL CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 366 Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES F High Performance, Flexible Automotive Control Cable. Manufactured from finely stranded bare copper conductors in accordance with ASTM B-3, conductors shall be insulated with a premium grade of polyvinylchloride/nylon, which meets the flame test requirements of UL VW-1. Conductor insulation shall comply with UL Standard 62, Type TFFN, THHN Oil Res. I & II as well as CSA AWM I/II A/B FT-4. Red insulated conductors shall be numbered with black print for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage. Blue insulated conductors shall be numbered with white print for DC circuits operating at less than line voltage. Black insulated conductors shall be numbered with white print for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage. One green/yellow insulated grounding conductor and one neutral conductor shall be included and found in the outermost layer of the core. The neutral conductor shall be insulated with a white compound and red stripe for cores with red insulated conductors or a blue stripe for cores with blue insulated conductors and a white/black stripe for black core cable designs. Jacketing shall be of a specially formulated, oil resistant thermoplastic elastomer complying with the Standards of UL and CSA as well as being compliant with the requirements of CE-LVD. Complete cables shall be in compliance with the following certifying agencies standards: UL Standard 1277, Type TC-ER Volt UL Standard 66, Type TFFN - THHN Oil Res. I/II Standard 13, Type PLTC Volt, Open Wire CSA AWM I/II A/B 600 Volt FT-4 Standard 13, Open Wire CE - Low Voltage Directive 73/68/EEC Amendment 93/68/EEC Standard 13, Sunlight Resistant 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Finely stranded bare copper conductor per ASTM B Conductor size: 18 AWG through 8 AWG, inclusive 1.3 Insulation: Premium lubricated polyvinylchloride/nylon insulated conductors 1.4 Color Code: Red insulated conductors with black numbers for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage Blue insulated conductors with white numbers for DC circuits operating at less than line voltage Black insulated conductors with white numbers for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage 1.5 Conductor Styles: UL Type TFFN, THHN CSA AWM I/II A/B 90 C 1.6 Cable Styles: UL Type TC-ER UL Type PLTC, Open Wiring, Sunlight Resistant UL MTW Oil Res. I/II UL Sunlight Resistant CSA AWM I/II A/B 600 Volt FT Jacket: Oil Resistant Thermoplastic Elastomer Available in black 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Extended Flex Life 2.2 Reduced Cable Cost 2.3 Oil Resistant Construction 2.4 High Level of Abrasion Resistance 2.5 UL Listed, CSA Certified & Marked 3.0 APPLICATIONS 3.1 Flexible Factory Equipment Interconnections 3.2 Flexible Cables for Industrial Robot Actuator Arms 3.3 Flexible Machine Tool Wiring 3.4 Flexible Cables in Automotive Assembly Equipment 3.5 Flexing Cables in Conveyor Systems 3.6 Flexible Gantry Crane Cable 3.7 Flexible Cables for Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems 3.8 Flexible Cables for Use in Automated Dispensing/Packaging Equipment 3.9 Flexible Cables for Use in Automated Inspection Equipment JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /70 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL 70,000 Btu Vertical Flame Test CSA FT-4 Flame Test Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

27 Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES M HIGH PERFORMANCE, STATIONARY AUTOMOTIVE CONTROL CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES M High Performance Stationary Automotive Control Cable. Manufactured from finely stranded bare copper conductors in accordance with ASTM B-3, conductors shall be insulated with a premium grade of polyvinylchloride/nylon, which meets the flame test requirements of UL VW-1. Conductor insulation shall comply with UL Standard 66, Type TFFN, THHN Oil Res. I & II as well as CSA AWM I A/B FT-4. Red insulated conductors shall be numbered with black print for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage. Blue insulated conductors shall be numbered with white print for DC circuits operating at less than line voltage. Black insulated conductors shall be numbered with white print for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage. One green/yellow insulated grounding conductor and one neutral conductor shall be included and found in the outermost layer of the core. The neutral conductor shall be insulated with a white compound and red stripe for red core cables and a white/blue stripe for blue core cable designs and a white/black stripe for black core cable designs. Jacketing shall be of a specially formulated, oil resistant polyvinylchloride complying with the Standards of UL and CSA as well as being compliant with the requirements of CE-LVD. Complete cables shall be in compliance with the following certifying agencies standards: UL Standard 1277, Type TC-ER Volt UL Standard 66 Type TFFN - THHN Oil Res. I/II Standard 13, Type PLTC Volt, Open Wire CSA AWM I/II A/B 600 Volt FT-4 UL Standard 13, Open Wire CE - Low Voltage Directive 73/68/EEC Amendment 93/68/EEC UL Standard 13, Sunlight Resistant PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3.0 APPLICATIONS 1.1 Finely stranded bare copper conductor per ASTM B Conductor size: 18 AWG through 8 AWG, inclusive 1.3 Insulation: Premium lubricated polyvinylchloride/nylon insulated conductors 1.4 Color Code: Red insulated conductors with black numbers for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage Blue insulated conductors with white numbers for DC circuits operating at less than line voltage Black insulated conductors with white numbers for AC circuits operating at less than line voltage 1.5 Conductor Styles: UL Type TFFN, THHN CSA AWM I A/B 90 C 1.6 Cable Styles: UL Type TC-ER UL Type PLTC, Open Wiring Oil Res. I/II UL Sunlight Resistant CSA AWM I/II A/B 600 Volt FT Jacket: Premium Grade, Oil Resistant PVC Gray Color 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Improved Cable Life 2.2 Reduced Cable Cost 2.3 Oil Resistant Construction 2.4 High Level of Abrasion Resistance 2.5 UL Listed, CSA Certified & Marked 3.1 Stationary Factory Equipment Interconnections 3.2 Stationary Areas of Industrial Robots 3.3 Stationary Areas of Machine Tools 3.4 Stationary Areas of Automotive Assembly Equipment 3.5 Stationary Areas of Conveyor Systems 3.6 Gantry Crane Stationary Cable 3.7 Automated Storage/Retrieval System Stationary Cable Areas 3.8 Stationary Areas of Automated Dispensing/Packaging Equipment 3.9 Automated Inspection Equipment Stationary Cable Areas JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /87 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL 70,000 Btu Vertical Flame Test CSA FT-4 Flame Test Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

28 Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES S SERVO POWER CABLE AND COMPOSITE SERVO POWER CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION 368 Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES S Servo Power Cable and Composite Servo Power Cable. Manufactured from finely stranded tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Servo data conductors shall be insulated with thermoplastic elastomer, servo power conductors shall be insulated with premium polyvinylchloride, and meet the flame test requirements of UL VW-1. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL Style 1015, and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be black, numbered white with one green/yellow grounding conductor. Jacketing shall be manufactured from oil resistant thermoplastic elastomer conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Style and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 rating requirements, for 600 Volt applications. 1.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Finely stranded tinned copper conductor per ASTM B Power conductor size range 24 AWG thru 8 AWG 1.3 Data conductor size range 18 AWG thru 16 AWG 1.4 Premium lubricated polyvinylchloride or thermoplastic elastomer insulated conductors 1.5 Black conductors numbered white 1.6 UL, CSA conductor styles 600 volts UL Style 1015, CSA AWM I A/B 90 C 1.7 UL, CSA cable styles 600 volts UL Style CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.8 Shielding A) Power Cable: Overall aluminum/polyester, tinned copper drain wire, 85% tinned copper braid B) Composite Cable: Individual shielded pairs, aluminum/polyester, tinned copper drain wire, 85% tinned copper braid. Part Number S61224CY has one single shielded double pair, pairs are not individually shielded. Overall shield of aluminum/polyester, tinned copper drain wire, 85% tinned copper braid. 1.9 Jacketing A) Oil resistant thermoplastic elastomer B) Available in orange 2.0 PERFORMANCE 2.1 Power Supply Cable for Connecting Servo System Motors to Drives, Controllers and Power Supplies (Servo) 2.2 Power Supply and Data Cable for Connecting Servo System Motors and Electro-mechanical Devices to Drives, Controllers and Power Supplies (Composite) 2.3 For Temperature Feedback and Braking Control, Two Individually Shielded Pairs are Added to the 3 Power and One Grounding Conductor (Composite) 2.4 UL Recognized and CSA Certified, Marked 3.0 APPLICATIONS 3.1 Machine Tools 3.2 Automated Pick and Place Systems 3.3 C-track or Stationary Applications 3.4 Automated Handling Systems JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /83 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL VW-1 CSA FT1 Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com

29 Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES S SERVO RESOLVER CABLE AND SERVO ENCODER CABLE ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION Cable shall be Alpha Wire Company Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES S Servo Resolver Cable and Servo Encoder Cable. Resolver cables are manufactured from finely stranded tinned copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-33. Encoder cables are manufactured with bare copper conductors in accordance with ASTM-B-3. Conductors shall be insulated with polyolefin and meet the flame test requirements of UL VW-1. Conductor insulation shall conform with UL Style 1921 and CSA AWM I A/B. Insulated conductors shall be fully color coded. Jacketing shall be manufactured from oil resistant thermoplastic elastomer conforming to current UL and CSA standards and in compliance with. Complete cables meet UL Style and CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 rating requirements, for 300 Volt applications PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2.0 PERFORMANCE 1.1 Finely stranded tinned copper conductor per ASTM B-33 (Resolver) 1.2 Finely stranded bare copper conductor per ASTM B-3 (Encoder) 1.3 Conductor size: 20 AWG 1.4 Polyolefin insulated conductors 1.5 Fully color coded conductors 1.6 UL, CSA conductor styles 300 volts UL Style 1921 CSA AWM I A/B 80 C 1.7 UL, CSA cable styles 300 volts UL Style CSA AWM I A/B II A/B FT1 1.8 Shielding A) Resolver: Individual shielded pairs, aluminum/polyester, tinned copper drain wire. Overall shield of 85% tinned copper braid. B) Encoder: Overall shield of 85% tinned copper braid 1.9 Jacketing A) Oil resistant thermoplastic elastomer B) Available in orange 2.1 Stationary or Flexing Applications 2.2 Connecting to Motor Position Sensors, Processors and Controllers 2.3 UL Recognized and CSA Certified, Marked 3.0 APPLICATIONS 3.1 For Use in Servo Systems 3.2 Regulation and Measurement of Motor Speeds and Positions 3.3 Automated Handling Systems JACKET TEST DATA Property Test Method Standard Durometer Hardness ASTM D /83 Tensile Strength, psi ASTM D Elongation, % ASTM D Oxygen Index ASTM D Specific Gravity ASTM D Flame Retardancy UL VW-1 CSA FT1 Web Site: Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: info@alphawire.com Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0)

30 Alpha Wire INDUSTRIAL SERIES SERIES L COLOR CODE AND ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES CHARTS 300 AND 600 VOLT COMPOSITE INPUT/OUTPUT INDUSTRIAL TWINAX AND MULTICONDUCTOR CONTROL CABLE 370 CHART A COLOR CODE CHART FOR SERIES L 300 VOLT AND 600 VOLT Conductor Conductor No. Color No. Color 0 Green/Yellow 17 Brown/Red CHART B INDUSTRIAL TWINAXIAL CABLE(S) ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES Impedance, Ohms, Nominal 78 1 Black 18 Black/Blue Inductance, µh/ft., Nominal 0.12 (0,4µH/m) 2 White 19 Red/Blue 3 Red 20 Black Brown 4 Blue 21 Brown/Yellow 5 Orange 22 Orange/Yellow 6 Yellow 23 Blue/Yellow 7 Brown 24 Red/Yellow 8 Red/Black 25 Black/Yellow 9 Blue/Black 26 Brown/Orange 10 Orange/Black 27 Yellow/Orange 11 Yellow/Black 28 Blue/Orange 12 Brown/Black 29 Red/Orange 13 Black/ Red 30 Black/Orange 14 Blue/Red 31 Brown/Blue 15 Orange/Red 32 Yellow/Blue 16 Yellow/Red 33 Orange/Blue Capacitiance Between Conductors, pf/ft., Nominal 19.7 (64,4 pf/m) Velocity of Propagation, %, Nominal 69 Delay, nsec/ft., Nominal 1.5 (4,9 nsec/m) Shield dc Resistance, Ohms/1000 ft., 20 C 4 (13,1Ω/km) Conductor dc Resistance, Ohms/1000 ft., 20 C 7.5 (24,1Ω/km) dc Resistance Unbalance, Ohms/1000 ft., 20 C 0.8 (2,6Ω/km) Operating Voltage, Volts, Maximum 600 Attenuation, db/100 ft., Nominal: Attenuation f, MHz db/100 ft.,nom. db/km, Nom , , , , , ,0 Toll Free: ALPHA Telephone: Fax: Europe/UK Telephone: +44 (0) Europe/UK Fax: +44 (0) Web Site: info@alphawire.com