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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 6 Cores 22 AWG, Screened, 305 m, Slate Polyvinyl

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RS Stock No.:
187-1905
Mfr. Part No.:
1296C SL001
Brand:
Alpha Wire
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Brand

Alpha Wire

Product Type

Control Cable

Series

Alpha Essentials Communication & Control

Number of Cores

6

Conductor Material

Tin Copper Wire

Jacket Material

Polyvinyl Chloride

Jacket Colour

Slate

Screened/Unscreened

Screened

Outside Diameter

5.87mm

Cable Length

305m

Voltage

300V

Minimum Operating Temperature

-20°C

Standards/Approvals

UL, CSA, CE

Maximum Operating Temperature

80°C

Hazardous Area Certification

No

American Wire Gauge

22AWG

Fire Behaviour

Flammability Test: VW-1

Core Strands

7

Belden Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Series Control Cable, 305m Cable Length, 6 Cores - 1296C SL001


This control cable provides screened multi‑core connectivity for industrial control and communication tasks, designed for use in automation and electrical systems where robust signal integrity is required. It features a slate PVC outer sheath and is intended for installations requiring a moderate temperature range and recognised safety approvals.

Features & Benefits


• Screened construction maintains signal integrity over long runs
• Tin copper 7‑strand conductors reduce corrosion risk
• Voltage rating 300V supports common control circuits
• Rated for operation up to 80°C for elevated temperature use
• VW‑1 flammability performance enhances fire safety compliance
• Striped core colour coding simplifies system identification

**Applications**


• Suitable for machine control wiring in factory automation
• Ideal for wiring control panels and relay cabinets
• Used with distributed I/O and sensor networks in plants
• Can be used for instrumentation runs requiring screened cable
• Suitable for building services control and signalling systems

What conductor construction is used for flexibility and conductivity?


Each of the six conductors comprises seven tin‑plated copper strands to balance flexibility with low resistance for control circuits.

How is the screening implemented to assist grounding and noise rejection?


A laminated aluminium/mylar foil with a 25% minimum overlap is applied with an external 22AWG tin copper drain wire to provide an accessible low‑impedance return.

What are the insulation and sheath materials and their functional roles?


Individual conductors are insulated with nominal PVC wall thickness and the cable is sheathed in PVC to provide mechanical protection and electrical separation in typical industrial environments.

What mechanical limitations should installers observe during routing?


The cable has a recommended minimum bend radius of ten times the overall diameter and a maximum pull tension of 38 lb to avoid conductor or assembly damage.

How is the cable supplied for continuous installation requirements?


It is available in long continuous lengths on industry spools to support uninterrupted runs and reduce jointing.

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