American Standard 10-Core 28AWG Double Shielded Twisted Pair Control Cable – UL Oil Resistant & Tin-Plated Copper (0.1 sq mm)

Description

Stop Losing Signals in Noisy, Oily, and Corrosive Environments

You know the frustration. You install a control system in a factory or an outdoor cabinet. Everything works fine at first. But soon, machines start acting weird. Sensors give wrong readings. Data transmission slows down. You check the wires, and they look okay on the outside. But inside, electromagnetic noise is killing your signal. Or worse, the cable jacket gets soft and sticky because of oil leaks. The copper wires turn green with oxidation. Connections fail. Maintenance costs pile up.In industrial automation, precision is everything. A tiny bit of interference can stop a whole production line. If you are using standard cables in heavy-duty places—like near CNC machines, robotic arms, or outdoor telecom towers—you need more than just a basic wire. You need a cable built to fight noise, resist oil, and survive for years. This is why we built the ultimate American Standard control cable. It is not just a wire. It is a shield for your data.


Built for the Toughest American Industrial Standards

This cable is designed strictly following the American Wire Gauge (AWG) system. We use 28AWG conductors with a cross-section of 0.1 sq mm. This size is the “Goldilocks” of control cables—thin enough to bend easily in tight spaces, but thick enough to carry power and signals over long distances without voltage drop.The core of this cable is the twisted pair design. We twist two insulated copper wires together. Why? Because when wires twist, they cancel out noise. External electromagnetic interference (EMI) hits both wires equally. Your receiver subtracts one signal from the other. The noise disappears. The real data remains. This is basic physics, but it works perfectly for clean signal transmission.


Double Shielding: The Ultimate Noise Killer

Single shielding is good. Double shielding is better. In high-noise areas like welding shops or next to large motors, single shielding often fails. High-frequency noise sneaks through the gaps.Our cable uses a Double Shielded structure.

  1. Inner Layer: An aluminum foil shield wraps around each twisted pair. This blocks high-frequency noise (RFI) like a mirror reflects light.
  2. Outer Layer: A braided copper mesh covers the whole cable. This blocks low-frequency magnetic interference and provides a ground path.

This combination gives you over 90dB of shielding effectiveness. It is the same technology used in high-end antenna cables and mission-critical IoT networks. Whether you are running 100Mbps Ethernet or sensitive analog sensor data, this cable keeps the signal pure. It prevents “crosstalk” between the 10 different pairs inside the jacket.


Tin-Plated Copper: No More Green Rust

You have seen bare copper wires turn green. That is copper oxide (verdigris). It is a poor conductor. It increases resistance, creates heat, and eventually breaks the connection. In humid, salty, or chemical environments, bare copper dies fast.We solve this with Tin-Plated Copper. We coat the high-purity copper strands with a thin layer of tin. Tin does not rust easily. It stays shiny and conductive for decades.

  • Better Conductivity: Tin fills the tiny gaps between wire strands, creating a smoother surface for electricity.
  • Easier Soldering: If you need to terminate the wires, tin-plated copper is a dream to solder. No flux fighting required.
  • Cold Flow Resistance: Tin is softer than copper. When you screw it into a terminal block, it molds to the shape of the metal, creating a tighter, cooler-running connection.

UL Oil Resistant Jacket: Survive the “Swamp”

Standard PVC jackets hate oil. When oil touches them, the plasticizers leach out. The jacket gets hard and cracks. Or it swells up and gets sticky. Both lead to short circuits.Our jacket is special. It meets UL Oil Res I and Oil Res II standards. We use a premium thermoplastic elastomer compound.

  • Oil Res I: Protects against incidental oil contact (like lubricant splashes).
  • Oil Res II: Protects against total immersion in oil for 60 days at 75°C.

This makes the cable perfect for:

  • Automotive Manufacturing: Where coolants and hydraulic oils are everywhere.
  • Food Processing: Where cables get washed with oily cleaning agents.
  • Oil & Gas: Direct exposure to petroleum-based fluids.

The jacket also resists abrasion. If you pull it through a metal cable tray, it won’t scrape off. It handles temperature swings from -40°C (cold storage) to 105°C (hot machinery rooms).


Technical Specifications at a Glance

Here is the hard data you need for your engineering team. We keep it simple and honest.

ParameterSpecification
StandardAmerican Wire Gauge (AWG) / UL Style
Conductor Size28 AWG (7 strands / 36 AWG)
Cross Section0.1 sq mm (approx)
Conductor MaterialTinned Copper (Soft drawn)
Core Configuration10 Cores (5 Pairs) Twisted Pair
ShieldingDouble Shield (Aluminum Foil + Copper Braid)
Jacket MaterialPVC / TPE Blend (Oil Resistant)
Jacket ColorBlack (Customizable: Grey, Orange, Blue)
Voltage Rating300V / 600V (Depending on UL Style)
Temperature Range-40°C to +105°C (Flexing)
Oil ResistanceUL Oil Res I / II (IRM 902 Oil)
CertificationsUL 1213, UL 2651, RoHS 3, REACH, CE
Flame TestFT4 / VW-1 Flame Retardant

Where to Use This Cable?

Don’t waste this cable on simple LED lighting. This is high-performance gear. Use it where failure is not an option.

1. Industrial Automation & Robotics

Robotic arms move constantly. Cables in “cable chains” (energy chains) flex millions of times. Our double-shielded, oil-resistant jacket handles the flexing and the welding spatter. It connects PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) to servo motors and sensors.

2. American Standard Building Wiring

In the US, structured cabling rules are strict. This cable fits perfectly into NEMA 12 or NEMA 4 enclosures (like Hoffman enclosures). It is the right choice for HVAC control systems, fire alarms, and security cameras in harsh weather.

3. Telecom & 5G Antennas

For outdoor MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) antenna arrays, signal loss is the enemy. The low-loss double shielding ensures your 5G or LTE signals travel from the radio to the antenna without degradation. It blocks interference from nearby power lines.

4. Marine & Offshore

Salt water eats copper. The tin plating acts as a barrier. The oil-resistant jacket handles deck oils and hydraulic fluids on ships and oil rigs.


Why Buy From Us?

We are not just a trading company. We are a factory with 16+ years of engineering experience. We know that “UL Listed” on the jacket means nothing if the copper is cheap.

  • Real Copper: We use high-purity electrolytic copper, not recycled scrap.
  • Precise Twisting: Our twisting machines control the “lay length” (twist pitch) strictly within 38.1mm to 140mm. This ensures perfect noise cancellation.
  • Custom Ready: Need 25 conductors? Need a gray jacket for data centers? Need a specific length? We can do it. We offer OEM and ODM services.
  • Testing: Every batch goes through UL standard tests for tensile strength, elongation, and oil immersion.

Get Your Quote Today

Don’t let signal interference or oil damage shut down your project. You need a cable that works as hard as your machines do. This 10-core, 28AWG, double-shielded, oil-resistant twisted pair cable is the heavy-duty solution you have been looking for.We ship globally. We offer flexible MOQs (Minimum Order Quantities) starting from 500 meters to full container loads. Send us your inquiry now. Tell us your voltage needs, jacket color preference, and quantity. We will send you a detailed quotation within 24 hours.Click “Send Inquiry” or email us directly. Let’s build a reliable connection together.