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About:

The Okobus C-L-X cable is a high-performance fieldbus cable designed for industrial automation and control systems. It features a stranded tinned copper conductor, which ensures excellent conductivity and resistance to corrosion. The cable is shielded with an aluminum tape and a drain wire to protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI). The XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) insulation provides superior electrical properties and thermal stability. The outer jacket is made of Okoseal, a special PVC compound, which is colored orange for easy identification and increased safety.

Also Known As:

• Okobus C-L-X Fieldbus Cable
• Okoseal Fieldbus Cable
• XLPE Insulated Fieldbus Cable
• Tinned Copper Shielded Fieldbus Cable

Application:

• C-L-X OKOBUS® cables are designed for use in rugged plant and off-shore marine
environments utilizing networked discrete or process automation and control. ITC-HL
(Instrument Tray Cable - Hazardous Locations) eliminates the need for conduit when
installed in accordance with NEC Article501.10(A)(1)(5) "ITC-HL" installations.
Fully complies with Fieldcom Group FF-844.
• The isolated individual shields over each pair, when properly grounded, prevent crosstalk or capacitive coupling between adjacent pairs which occurs with ac signals, particularly the pulse type.
• The overall shield eliminates most of the static interference from the electrical field
radiated by power cables and other electrical equipment.
• The C-L-X sheath provides additional electrical shielding and physical protection against mechanical damage as well as complete protection against moisture or gases entering the cable.

Standards:

• UL Standards: Safety and performance.
• IEEE Standards: Fieldbus systems.
• ANSI/ISA Standards: Industrial control.
• CSA Standards: Electrical equipment.
• IEC Standards: Industrial communication.
• NEC Standards: Hazardous locations.

Construction:

• Conductors: #18 AWG and #16 AWG tinned copper, Class B, stranded per ASTM B-8.
• Insulation: X-Olene (crossed linked polyethylene) per UL 13 and UL 2250, 32 mils nominal thickness, 90°C temperature rating.
• Conductor Identification: Pigmented orange and blue in pairs, orange conductor numerically printed for group identification.
• Pair Shield: Aluminum/Polyester tape overlapped to provide 100% coverage, and a
Class B tinned copper drain wire, two sizes smaller than the conductor. All multi-pair shields are isolated from each other.
• Multiple Pair Assembly: Twisted pairs assembled with a left-hand lay. Cable fillers included where required to provide a round cable.
• Multiple Pair Cable Shield: Aluminum/Polyester tape overlapped to provide 100% coverage, and a Class B strand tinned copper drain wire, same size as conductor.
• Jacket: Orange, flame-retardant, Okoseal per UL 13 and UL 2250. A rip cord is laid longitudinally under the jacket to facilitate removal.
• C-L-X Sheath: A close-fitting, continuously welded and corrugated aluminum sheath providing complete protection against moisture, liquids, and gases, with excellent mechanical strength. It exceeds the equipment grounding requirements of NEC Articles 250.118 and 250.122 and may be used as the equipment grounding conductor in non-HL areas.
• Outer Jacket: Orange, flame-retardant, Okoseal per UL 13 and UL 2250. Meets ASTM D746 brittle point at -40°C.

Features:

•  FF-844 Foundation Fieldbus Type A.
• Foundation Fieldbus Registered.
• -40°C to 90°C.
• Passes the UL 13 and IEEE 383 vertical tray flame tests.
• Single pair passes IEEE 1202 vertical tray flame test.
• Sunlight & oil resistant.
• UL listed for direct burial.
• Individual pairs are completely isolated.
• 100% shield coverage for reduced electromagnetic noise pick-up.
• Excellent external noise rejection.
• Excellent weathering characterristics.
• Flexible, easy to handle and terminate.
• C-L-X enclosure permits installation in cable tray containing lighting and power
cables without a barrier separator.
• Impervious to moisture, gases and liquids.
• Lower installed cost than conduit or EMT.
• Minimum installation temperature of -40°C or °F.

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