Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 9 Cores, 0.56mm² 20 AWG, Unscreened, 30 m, Slate

Belden Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Series Control Cable, 30m Cable Length, Slate Jacket - 1896/9C SL005

This control cable is a 9-core, unscreened multiconductor cable intended for control and signalling in industrial environments. It combines stranded tinned copper conductors with PVC insulation and a slate PVC outer jacket, delivering a practical solution for wiring remote controls, instrumentation and low-voltage circuits where a compact, flexible 9-core run is required.

Features & Benefits

• 300V rating for standard control and signal circuits
  -20°C to +80°C operating range for varied environments
  Stranded tinned copper conductors for enhanced corrosion resistance
  7-strand core construction to retain flexibility under flexing
  Slate PVC jacket for abrasion and chemical resistance
  Unscreened design for low-noise applications where shielding is unnecessary

**Applications**

• Suitable for control and signal wiring in automation cabinets
  Ideal for remote circuit controls and intercom systems
  Used for audio and low-voltage instrumentation connections
  Can be used for telephones and business machine signalling
  Suitable for tray or conduit routes in electrical installations

What conductor construction does it use and why does that matter?

It uses stranded tinned copper conductors with seven strands per core, which improves flexibility and maintains good electrical contact in assemblies requiring bending.

How is the cable jacket specified for installation conditions?

The outer slate PVC jacket offers mechanical protection and chemical resistance suitable for typical industrial routing and handling.

What voltage and temperature limits govern safe use?

The cable is rated to 300V and is certified to operate within a temperature span from -20°C up to +80°C for most control and signal tasks.

How Compact is the cable for panel entry or conduit?

The cable has an outside diameter of 7.65mm, allowing it to fit into confined conduit and gland entries while carrying nine conductors.

Approvals

UL, CSA