16-19 Shielded VNTC Tray Cable, TFFN/PVC

This 16 AWG, 19-conductor shielded VNTC (Vinyl Nylon Tray Cable) is a high-density, dual-rated Type TC-ER industrial cable. Engineered for large-scale control systems and multi-point instrumentation, it combines a larger 16 AWG conductor gauge for increased ampacity with 100% foil shielding to protect sensitive signals. The TC-ER (Exposed Run) rating allows for maximum installation efficiency by permitting transitions from tray to equipment without the need for conduit.

Key Features of 16-19 Shielded VNTC (TC-ER)

• Exposed Run (TC-ER) Rated: This cable meets the rigorous crush and impact standards of UL 1277. Per NEC 336.10, it can be routed outside of a cable tray to the equipment it connects for up to 6 feet without continuous support or conduit.

• 100% EMI/RFI Shielding: Equipped with an overall aluminum foil-polyester tape shield and a tinned copper drain wire. This construction ensures total coverage, preventing electromagnetic interference from surrounding power leads and high-frequency machinery.

• Enhanced Conductor Capacity: The 16 AWG gauge provides lower resistance and higher current-carrying capacity than 18 AWG, making it ideal for longer runs or circuits with higher power demands.

• Flexible TFFN Conductors: Utilizing TFFN (Thermoplastic Flexible Fixture Nylon) stranded conductors ensures the cable remains manageable during installation, making it easier to pull and terminate in crowded control enclosures.

Common Applications

• High-Density Control Logic: Connecting main PLC cabinets to complex industrial machinery, solenoids, and actuators in a single shielded run.

• Industrial Automation: Ideal for robotic cells and automated assembly lines where high conductor counts must drop from overhead trays directly to machine-mounted junction boxes.

• Utility & Power Monitoring: Managing telemetry, status signaling, and control logic in power plants and substations where electrical noise is a constant factor.

• Process Instrumentation: Suitable for multi-point feedback and sensor monitoring in refineries, chemical plants, and water treatment facilities.

Conductor Identification: E2 Color Code

The conductors are identified using the industry-standard E2 color sequence (Black, Red, Blue, Orange, Yellow, Brown, then repeated with various stripes). This systematic coding allows for the quick and accurate identification of each of the 19 individual conductors during termination.

Technical Specifications

• Conductor Size: 16 AWG

• Number of Conductors: 19

• Conductor Material: Bare Annealed Copper (Stranded)

• Insulation: TFFN (PVC with Nylon Skin)

• Shielding: Overall Aluminum Foil-Polyester Tape (100% coverage)

• Drain Wire: Tinned Copper

• Jacket: Flame-Retardant, Sunlight-Resistant PVC (Black)

• Ratings: 600V | 90°C Dry | Type TC-ER

• Compliance: UL 1277, UL 66, IEEE 1202, RoHS Compliant

Technical Note: To maximize the effectiveness of the shield, the tinned copper drain wire should be landed at a ground bus at the source end only. This configuration prevents ground loops. Given the 19-conductor 16 AWG construction, ensure that tray load and conduit fill calculations are verified prior to installation due to the cable's increased diameter and weight.

CABLE TYPE: 16/19 Shielded VNTC (TFFN/PVC)

RATING: Type TC-ER

COLOR CODE: E2 Standard

DISCLAIMER: The technical information and color codes provided are for general reference only. Specifications may vary by manufacturer and are subject to change without notice. Always consult with a licensed electrical engineer or local building authorities to ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and all local safety regulations before installation.

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Expedited Shipping

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Returns

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