Signal cables in harsh industrial environments fail fast — oil degrades insulation, cold cracks the jacket, EMI corrupts data. When a single cable failure shuts down a production line, the cost adds up in hours, not dollars.This imported 26-core twisted pair cable is built for exactly those conditions. Each core is 0.1mm² (28AWG), tin-plated for reliable contact under vibration. Double shielding — foil plus braid — blocks EMI from VFDs, servo drives, and welders. The outer jacket resists machine oil, hydraulic fluid, and stays flexible down to -20°C. It moves with drag chains, bends in tight conduit runs, and holds up where standard PVC signal cable won’t last a season.Core Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Core Count | 26 |
| Conductor Size | 0.1 mm² (28AWG) |
| Conductor Material | Tinned copper, stranded |
| Pair Construction | Twisted pair |
| Shielding | Double shielded (foil + braid) |
| Jacket Material | Oil-resistant, cold-resistant PVC |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +80°C |
| Bend Radius (min.) | 6× cable OD |
| Cable Type | Flexible, drag chain rated |
| Standard | CE, RoHS compliant |
Why This Cable Outperforms Standard Signal Wire
- Oil and fluid resistance matters on the shop floor. CNC machines, hydraulic presses, and injection molders leak. Standard PVC swells and cracks within weeks. This jacket is formulated to resist mineral oil, hydraulic fluid, and cutting emulsions — no premature failure.
- Double shielding in a 28AWG flexible build is rare. Most shielded cables at this gauge only offer single-layer foil. The added braid layer suppresses EMI from 3-phase motors and variable frequency drives, keeping sensor and encoder signals clean even in electrically noisy cabinets.
- Tin-plated conductors handle vibration and corrosion. In robotics arms and pick-and-place systems, constant movement loosens connections. Tin plating prevents oxidation at the contact point and maintains low resistance over millions of flex cycles.
- Flexible enough for drag chains, tight enough for conduit. At 26 cores in a compact diameter, this cable fits standard energy chain systems on CNC axes and robotic joints without snagging or kinking — a common problem with thicker multi-core alternatives.
Typical Applications & Industries
- CNC machine tool wiring — axis feedback, limit switches, tool sensor signals
- Industrial robotics — joint encoders, I/O signal runs between controller and arm
- Automation & PLC systems — sensor networks, distribution cabinets, E-stop chains
- Packaging and conveyor systems — photoelectric sensor arrays, barcode reader wiring
- Cold storage and outdoor automation — freezers, refrigerated warehouses, unheated facilities
Ordering, Customization & SupportStandard lengths in stock. Custom core counts, jacket colors, and shield configurations available — lead time 10–15 working days. Bulk pricing for OEM and system integrator accounts. Every shipment includes a test report and traceability. Need a cable for a specific drag chain or connector? Send us your spec sheet — our engineering team responds within 24 hours. Request a quote today.