10 Core Shielded Multiconductor Cable, 20 AWG ( Per Meter )

A 10-Core Shielded Multi-Conductor Cable, 20 AWG is a robust electronic or instrumentation cable designed to manage ten independent electrical circuits for transmitting low-voltage signals or data. The shielding is essential for maintaining signal integrity by protecting the conductors from external electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Typical Applications

Industrial Automation: Connecting intricate control panels, remote I/O (Input/Output) racks, or systems requiring multiple simultaneous analog and digital signals.
Medical Equipment: Wiring various sensors and control lines within diagnostic or monitoring devices.
Security & CCTV: Used in large-scale security installations for power, data, and control lines for sophisticated camera or access systems.

Technical Specification

Conductor & Core Details

Parameter	Typical Specification	Notes
Number of Conductors	10	Ten individual insulated cores. Often laid up as five twisted pairs for differential signaling.
Wire Gauge (AWG)	20 AWG	Appropriate for signal and low-current circuits.
Conductor Material	Stranded Tinned Copper	Stranding (e.g., $7/28$ or $7 \times 28$ ) provides flexibility; tinning protects against oxidation.
Nominal Conductor DCR	$\approx 32.3 Ohms/km (10.4 Ohms/1000 ft)$	DC Resistance at $2 0^{\circ} C$ .
Insulation Material	PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) or SR-PVC (Semi-Rigid PVC)	Determines dielectric strength and maximum temperature rating.
Insulation Thickness	$\approx 0.016 inches$

Shielding and Jacket Construction

Parameter	Typical Specification	Purpose
Shielding Type	Overall Foil Shield (Aluminum/Polyester)	Provides $100%$ coverage against external EMI/RFI noise.
Drain Wire	Included, Stranded Tinned Copper	Facilitates grounding the shield to safely dissipate noise. Typically 22 AWG or 24 AWG.
Jacket Material	PVC (Standard) or TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer)	Provides mechanical protection and dictates environmental ratings.
Nominal Outer Diameter (O.D.)	$\approx 8.8 mm to 9.5 mm (0.34 in to 0.37 in)$	The final overall diameter, significantly larger due to the 10 cores.
Jacket Thickness	$\approx 0.032 inches$

Electrical and Environmental Ratings

Parameter	Typical Specification	Compliance and Use
Voltage Rating	$300 V$ (Most Common) or $600 V$	Maximum recommended operational voltage.
Nominal Capacitance	$\approx 66 pF/ft$ (Conductor to Shield)	Lower capacitance is favorable for maintaining signal integrity over distance.
Operating Temperature	$- 2 0^{\circ} C to + 8 0^{\circ} C$	Range for reliable operation.
Agency Approvals	UL Style 2464, NEC Type CM/CMR, CSA CMG, RoHS	Confirms compliance with safety and environmental standards.