Tired of cables that crack, overheat, or fail inspection?
You know the feeling. You are wiring a new control panel or fixing a machine on the factory floor. You buy a cheap cable. It looks okay on the outside. But when you try to bend it, it feels stiff like a rock. You force it into the conduit. Later, the machine vibrates. The insulation cracks. Exposed copper touches the metal chassis. Short circuit. Machine stops. Production halts. You lose money every minute.Or maybe you have a different problem. You are exporting equipment to Japan or Europe. The inspector rejects your cable. Why? It does not have the PSE mark. It is not RoHS compliant. You are stuck at the dock with a container full of useless wire.You need a cable that works hard. You need a cable that bends without breaking. You need a cable that passes every safety check. You need the Fuji Electric Wire Industrial VCTF series. This is not just wire. It is the standard for Japanese industrial power. It is flexible. It is tough. It is safe. Let’s look at why this specific 6-core 0.75 sq mm cable is the exact part you need.
What makes this Japanese VCTF cable special?
This is not generic wire. This is a specific type of cable made for the Japanese market. It follows the JIS C3306 standard. The name is VCTF. The “V” means vinyl. The “C” means cabtire. The “T” means flexible. The “F” means flat or round construction (in this case, it is a round cord).Fuji Electric Wire Industrial makes this cable. They are a top-tier brand. When you buy Fuji, you buy peace of mind. This cable is famous for its fine copper strands. It uses 30 strands of 0.18mm wire for each core. This makes the cable very soft. You can twist it. You can bend it around tight corners. It will not break.The insulation is PVC. PVC is strong. It resists oil. It resists acid. It resists alkali. If you spill a little coolant or oil on it, the cable does not melt. It stays tough. The outer sheath is gray PVC. It looks professional. It hides dirt well. It is also flame retardant. If there is a spark, the cable does not spread the fire easily.
Technical Specs: The numbers you need
You need hard data. Here is exactly what you get with this 6-core 0.75 sq mm cable:
- Brand: Fuji Electric Wire Industrial (Japan)
- Model: VCTF Series
- Conductor: Flexible Copper (Annealed)
- Number of Cores: 6 Cores
- Cross-Sectional Area: 0.75 sq mm (approx 18 AWG)
- Voltage Rating: 300V (Standard VCTF) / 600V (VCT Heavy Duty) – Note: Verify based on specific sub-model, usually 300V for flexible control, 600V for power.
- Insulation Material: PVC
- Sheath Material: PVC
- Outer Diameter: Approx 11.7 mm (for 6 core)
- Temperature Rating: 60°C (VCTF) to 75°C (HVCTF)
- Certifications: PSE (Japan), RoHS, REACH, Sony Green Partner
- Construction: 30/0.18 mm strands per conductor
- Shielding: None (Unshielded)
- Ground Wire: None (Depends on specific order, usually separate ground core or overall shield option available)
The resistance is low. At 20°C, the max resistance is about 26 Ohms per km. This means you do not lose much power over long runs. For signal control, this is perfect. The signal stays strong.
Why 6 cores? Why 0.75 sq mm?
This combination is the “sweet spot” for industrial control.The 0.75 sq mm size: This is not too thin. It is not too thick. It can handle about 7 to 10 amps safely (depending on length and heat). It is perfect for sensor wires. It is great for push-button stations. It works well for small motor leads. If you use 1.5 sq mm, it is too stiff to pull through pipes. If you use 0.3 sq mm, it cannot handle enough power. 0.75 sq mm is just right.The 6 cores: Imagine a motor. You need power in (2 cores). You need power out to a brake (2 cores). You need a thermal sensor (1 core). You need a ground or shield (1 core). That is 6 wires. You run one cable instead of three separate cables. This saves time. It saves space in the cable tray. It looks clean.You can use this for:
- CNC Machine control panels
- Robot arms (low voltage control signals)
- Conveyor belt sensors
- Audio-Visual equipment (high-end connectors)
- Building wiring for lights and switches
- Extension cords for heavy-duty tools
Flexibility is king: Installation made easy
The biggest pain point for electricians is pulling wire. Rigid wire gets stuck. It kinks. You have to use fish tape. It is a nightmare.This VCTF cable is different. Because of the fine copper strands and the special PVC mix, it is very flexible. You can bend it with one hand. The minimum bending radius is about 4 times the outer diameter. That is roughly 45mm. You can turn a sharp corner in a machine cabinet.You do not need special tools to strip it. A good wire stripper works fine. The insulation strips cleanly. You do not nick the copper. This saves you 10 minutes per connection. Over a big project, that is hours of saved labor.If you are using this for moving parts, like a robotic arm, it is excellent. It resists fatigue. It can move back and forth thousands of times without the copper snapping inside. This is why it is called “Cab Tire.” It is tough like a tire.
Safety and Compliance: Don’t get rejected
You cannot sell a machine with bad wire. It is illegal. It is dangerous.This cable has the PSE mark. PSE stands for Product Safety of Electrical Appliances & Materials. This is the law in Japan. If you sell electrical products in Japan, you need PSE. This cable has it. You can pass inspection easily.It is also RoHS compliant. This means no lead, no mercury, no cadmium. It is safe for the environment. Your customers in Europe and the US want this. They demand it.It meets the JIS standard. JIS is the Japanese Industrial Standard. It is a mark of high quality. When you see JIS, you know the product was tested. It was checked for thickness. It was checked for voltage breakdown. It works as promised.The cable is also flame retardant. If there is a short circuit, the PVC does not burn easily. It self-extinguishes. This prevents small fires from becoming big disasters.
How to order and customization
We know you need specific lengths. You do not always want a full 100m roll. Sometimes you need 5 meters. Sometimes you need 50 meters.We can cut this cable to length. The minimum cut is usually 1 meter. We sell it by the meter. You tell us how many meters you need. We cut it. We ship it.If you need a full roll for mass production, we can supply 100m rolls. This is great for OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) who build many machines.Color: The standard color is Gray. If you need different colors for phase identification (like Black, White, Red, Blue, Green/Yellow), we can check availability. Standard JIS color code is often used.Voltage Note: Please be careful. There is VCT (600V) and VCTF (300V). The “F” type is more flexible but rated for 300V. If you need 600V, you might need the VCT type or a thicker insulation. For most control signals and 100-240V equipment, 300V is enough. But for heavy industrial 400V+ systems, check the specs. This specific product listing is for the flexible VCTF type, usually 300V, but always check the tag on the wire.
Why buy from us?
We are a trading company specialized in cables. We understand the export market. We know what you need.
- Genuine Product: We source directly from Fuji Electric or top-tier agents. No fakes.
- Fast Shipping: We ship from China or Japan hubs. We use DHL, FedEx, or Sea freight.
- Technical Support: Confused about AWG vs sq mm? Confused about VCT vs VCTF? Ask us. We speak your language.
- Competitive Price: We have volume discounts. If you buy 1000 meters, the price per meter drops a lot.
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Do not risk your machine with cheap wire. Do not waste time on cables that fail. Use the best. Use the Japanese standard.We have stock of the 6-core 0.75 sq mm VCTF cable. We can also get 2 core, 3 core, 4 core, 5 core, 8 core, or even 50 core if you need it.Send us an email now. Tell us:
- How many cores you need.
- The cross-section (0.75 sq mm).
- The total length you want.
- Your destination country.
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