Description

Technical Parameters

Certification

PVC/Nylon/PVC PLTC/ITC instrumentation cable

PRODUCT REAL SHOT

PVC/Nylon/PVC PLTC/ITC TC-ER instrumentation cable

600V Type TC-ER control and instrumentation cable

600V Type TC-ER PLTC ITC instrumentation cable

600V TC-ER PLTC ITC instrumentation cable

18 AWG TC-ER – Compact Double-Shielded Instrumentation Cable with Nylon Jacket for High-Density Installations

Control cabinets and cable trays in modern factories are more crowded than ever. Fitting multiple instrumentation cables into limited space requires a wire that is both reliable and compact. This 18 AWG instrumentation cable delivers double-shielded protection-individual pair shields plus an overall shield-in a smaller gauge that allows more conductors in the same tray space. The stranded bare copper conductors provide flexibility for installation, while the PVC/Nylon/PVC construction adds a rugged nylon layer that resists abrasion, oil, and mechanical stress in demanding industrial environments. UL1277 and UL83 certified with a 600V rating, this cable is Type TC-ER rated for exposed run tray installations, eliminating the need for conduit and reducing installation costs. The 18 AWG size is ideal for applications requiring dense wiring in factory automation systems, instrumentation panels, and sensor networks where space is at a premium but signal integrity cannot be compromised.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

600V TC-ER PLTC ITC TC-ER instrumentation cable

Product Description

The PVC/Nylon/PVC, 600V Instrumentation, Type TC-ER and Direct Burial Cables consist of fully annealed bare copper Class B stranded conductors (in pairs or triads), covered with Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) and clear Nylon insulation, overall shielded or individually and overall shielded and black PVC jacket. These cables are used in control systems, audio, intercom, alarm circuits and energy management.

Applications

In free air, ducts, cable trays, conduit, raceways and direct burial
Approved for Class I, Div. 2 industrial hazardous locations per NEC
Used as a non-power-limited fire alarm circuit cable (NPLF) per NEC Article 760
Permitted for Exposed Run (ER) used in accordance with NEC for 3 or more conductors; two conductors without a ground wire are Type TC only

Features

Rated at 90°C wet or dry
Ripcord (as needed)
Excellent sunlight resistance
Meets cold bend test at -25°C

SPECIFICATIONS
Conductor Count	Available in 1-pair through 36-pairs, and 1-triad through 24-triads
Conductor	Fully annealed bare copper Class B
Gauge Sizes	Available in 18 or 16 AWG
Insulation	Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) covered with Nylon
Color Coding	Per ICEA S-58-679 Method 9, Table E-1 (black-white-red), plus one conductor per pair/triad printed for identification; additional color coding options available
Shield Options	Overall (OS): Overall Aluminum polyester (mylar) foil shield in contact with 20 AWG stranded tinned copper drain wire Individual and Overall (IS/OS): Combination of both individual and overall with Aluminum polyester (mylar) foil shield in contact with 20 AWG stranded tinned copper drain wire
Jacket	Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Jacket Marking	00000 FT GREATER WIRE CABLE XXAWG XX/PR (or TR) PVC/NYLON/ PVC OS (or IS or IS/OS) 600V 90C WET OR DRY TYPE TC(or -ER) (UL) SUN RES DIR BUR FT4/IEEE1202 MADE IN USA MMDDYYYY
Packaging	Non-returnable wood reels in a variety of lengths and dimensions
Performance Compliances	ASTM B3, ASTM B8, ASTM B33 ASTM B33,UL 1277 UL 1685 (flame exposure test) ANSI/NEMA WC 57/ICEA S-73-532 FT4/IEEE1202 (flame compliance) NEC
Other Compliances	EPA 40 CFR, Part 261 OSHA RoHS-compliant/RoHS 2-compliant REACH-compliant

Overall Shielded

Pair Count	Triad Count	Conductor Size AWG	Insulation Thickness in (mm)	Jacket Thickness in (mm)	Approx. Overall Diameter in (mm)	Approx. Net Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)
1	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.28(7.2)	45(61)
-	1	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.30(7.5)	55(75)
2	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.40(10.1)	70(101)
3	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.42(10.7)	90(128)
4	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.46(11.6)	110(156)
5	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.50(12.7)	125(186)
7	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.58(14.6)	180(264)
12	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.75(19.0)	280(412)
16	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.83(21.0)	350(520)
20	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	0.96(24.3)	465(685)
24	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.06(26.9)	540(803)
36	-	18	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.21(30.6)	755(1,117)
1	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.31(7.8)	55(75)
-	1	16	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.32(8.2)	65(94)
2	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.44(11.1)	90(128)
3	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.46(11.8)	115(165)
4	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.51(12.9)	140(205)
5	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.58(14.9)	185(271)
7	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.63(16.1)	235(347)
12	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.83(21.0)	375(347)
16	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	0.96(24.4)	515(759)
20	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.06(27.0)	620(918)
24	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.18(29.9)	730(1,081)
36	-	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.34(34.1)	1,025(1,524)

Individually and Overall Shielded

Pair Count	Conductor Size AWG	Insulation Thickness in (mm)	Jacket Thickness in (mm)	Approx. Overall Diameter in (mm)	Approx. Net Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)
2	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.43(10.9)	80(112)
3	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.46(11.6)	100(143)
4	18	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.50(12.7)	120(177)
5	18	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.58(14.7)	160(236)
7	18	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.63(16.0)	205(300)
12	18	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.82(20.8)	320(474)
16	18	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	0.95(24.2)	445(657)
20	18	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.05(26.7)	535(792)
24	18	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.17(29.6)	625(930)
36	18	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.33(33.9)	880(1,303)
2	16	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.47(12.0)	95(138)
3	16	0.020(0.51)	0.045(1.14)	0.50(12.8)	125(180)
4	16	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.58(14.8)	170(251)
5	16	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.64(16.2)	205(298)
7	16	0.020(0.51)	0.060(1.52)	0.69(17.6)	260(384)
12	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	0.95(24.2)	450(669)
16	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.05(26.8)	570(846)
20	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.17(29.6)	690(1,026)
24	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.30(32.9)	815(1,209)
36	16	0.020(0.51)	0.080(2.03)	1.48(37.6)	1,150(1,711)

CERTIFICATIONS

600V UL 1277 TC-ER instrumentation cable

PACKAGING

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Roll

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Plastic Reel

PVC nylon insulation PVC jacket TC-ER cable

Small Wooden Reel

APPLICATION

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Factory Automation

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Process Instrumentation

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CASE

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BASF Ludwigshafen Verbund Site

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MWRA Deer Island Wastewater Treatment Plant

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FAQ

Why would I choose 18 AWG over 16 AWG for instrumentation?

18 AWG allows more conductors in the same cable tray or conduit space, making it ideal for high-density installations where tray space is limited.

Does the smaller gauge affect signal quality?

For most instrumentation signals (4-20mA, thermocouple, RTD), 18 AWG provides adequate signal quality. For very long runs, consult the signal manufacturer's distance recommendations.

What does the TC-ER rating mean for this cable?

TC-ER allows the cable to be installed exposed in cable trays without conduit, subject to code requirements. This saves installation time and reduces material costs.

Is the nylon jacket necessary for all installations?

The nylon jacket provides extra protection against abrasion and oil, making it particularly beneficial in industrial environments where cables are subject to mechanical stress and chemical exposure. It extends the cable's service life in harsh conditions.

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