OT: multi core cables

curlyandshemp · May 11, 2018

I am trying source a multi core cable to be used to run from a field Junction Box to a plc panel. I don't want my sparkies to use the usual Belden multi coloured cable but the European style cable that has multiple 18 or 20 AWG black wires with each black conductor with a unique number.
Looking for a cable with minimum 12 wires. Can anyone enlighten me on a North American brand of such a cable?

thanks

cjd1965 · May 11, 2018

hi i have used Lapp cables as you describe

check out https://lappusa.lappgroup.com/ to see if offered in usa

i used OLFLEX for running on cable tray exactly as you describe for low power multicore control cable

keshik · May 11, 2018

We use Lapp as well (United States).

bkottaras · May 11, 2018

As others have suggested Lapp or Helukabel.

titanspark76 · May 11, 2018

SAB https://www.alliedelec.com/m/d/94d4eb144d789b88c839d4b1c71dfa77.pdf

g.mccormick · May 12, 2018

Automation direct carries this type of cable, and you can get spools or cut to length.
https://www.automationdirect.com/ad...ible_Control_Cable/18_AWG_Unshielded/V40176-1

lfe · May 12, 2018

Number coded, meter marking and available in your area

http://www.helukabel.com/us/products/jz-500-oz-500-opc-STD_10001.html

kwade · May 12, 2018

g.mccormick said:
Automation direct carries this type of cable, and you can get spools or cut to length.
https://www.automationdirect.com/ad...ible_Control_Cable/18_AWG_Unshielded/V40176-1

In case you are interested, the AD cable is a SouthWire product

LadderLogic · May 12, 2018

Just so you know, Belden now has a line of MachFlex cables that are also use black numbered conductors instead of multi-color.

http://belden.picturepark.com/Websi...urpose=AssetManager&mime-type=application/pdf

It still looks and feels Belden, not Lapp, but if the cost and lead times are an issue, this may be an alternative.

controlled · May 12, 2018

I would call ECS.
They are a LAPP distributor, and have a Toronto warehouse near 401/410

https://www.ecswire.com/Contact

dYoast · May 14, 2018

alpha wire may be another possibility.

RClem · May 14, 2018

TPC wire and Cable - not cheap but tough as nails.

https://www.tpcwire.com/products/wi...er-trex-reduced-diameter-control-cable-18-awg

MrVolts · May 14, 2018

I have used IGUS Chainflex cable.

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