16-2 Pair TC-ER Instrumentation Cable, Overall Shield, 600V

Parent SKU :  TC16-2P-OSH

SKU :  TC16-2P-OSH-250

TRAY CABLE (TC-ER). INDOOR/OUTDOOR. SUNLIGHT-RESISTANT. DIRECT BURIAL APPROVED.
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2PR TC-ER 600V cable with overall shield, designed for noise-free signal power transmission in exposed industrial runs.
Wire Size 16 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter 0.377 in. / 9.58 mm
Conductor Count 4
Voltage Rating 600V
Weight per Foot 0.103 lb
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APPLICATION:
Tray Cable Exposed Run Instrumentation Cables (TC-ER) are suitable for control, instrumentation and process control circuits, where protection against electrostatic interference is needed. The cables are suitable for wet or dry applications, direct burial, indoor or outdoor locations, installed in cable trays, ducts, aerially or conduits and for applications up to 600 volt and temperatures up to 90°C. TC-ER Overall Shield (OS) Instrumentation Cables are suitable for use in Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous locations per NEC.

CONDUCTORS:
Stranded soft drawn bare copper conductor, per ASTM B3 & B-8

INSULATION:
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) insulation with a nylon overcoat

JACKET:
Black Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jacket, which is water, chemical, sunlight and abrasion resistant

COLOR CODE:
Pairs: Black and White Numbered

SHIELD:
Aluminum polyester foil with 100% coverage and in contact with a tinned copper drain wire



All values are nominal and subject to correction

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Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 16 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.377 in. / 9.58 mm
Jacket Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
Conductor Count 4
Shield Coverage % 100
Shield Type Aluminum Polyester Foil
Shield Overall Shield
Insulation Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
UL Listing Numbers UL 62, UL 83, UL 1277, UL 1581

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Direct Burial Rating Yes
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 90ºC
Standards UL type TC-ER
UL 62, 83, 1277, 1581
IEEE 383 70, 000 BTU flame test
NEC Article 336, 392, 501, 725
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsIndustrial Process Control & Automation, Oil & Gas (Refineries, Offshore Rigs), Chemical and Petrochemical Plants, Power Generation Facilities, Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Motor Control Circuits (Sensitive Feedback).
Common Uses
  • Sensors
  • Transmitters
  • Transducers
  • Temperature Sensors (RTDs
  • Thermocouples
  • Pressure Transmitters
  • Flow Meters
  • Level Indicators
  • PLCs (Programmable Logic Controller)
  • DCS (Distributed Control Systems)

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.103 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

General Shipping Information

In-stock orders placed before 3pm EST typically ship within 1-2 business days. Our business days are Monday through Friday; we do not process orders on Saturday, Sunday, or major US Holidays.

You will receive an e-mail with a tracking number within 1-2 business days from the time its shipped. You will also be able to view your order status and tracking numbers in your account order history.

Expedited Shipping

Expedited shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).

Returns

You have 30 days from the day you receive the item to contact us for a return. Returns are subject to a 30% Restocking Fee.

Please contact us at help@wireamerica.com to request a return authorization. Have your order number or name the order was placed with ready and we will email you an RMA (return) number and instructions for return. Currently, we do not offer exchanges. A new order must be placed if you need a different item. If you provide the new order number at the time of your return request, the restocking fee may be lowered.

Orders on any items with a material value of $50 or less are non-returnable.

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16-2 Pair TC-ER Instrumentation Cable, Overall Shield, 600V

Parent SKU :  TC16-2P-OSH

SKU :  TC16-2P-OSH-250

TRAY CABLE (TC-ER). INDOOR/OUTDOOR. SUNLIGHT-RESISTANT. DIRECT BURIAL APPROVED.
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Parent SKU :  TC16-2P-OSH

SKU :  TC16-2P-OSH-250

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APPLICATION:
Tray Cable Exposed Run Instrumentation Cables (TC-ER) are suitable for control, instrumentation and process control circuits, where protection against electrostatic interference is needed. The cables are suitable for wet or dry applications, direct burial, indoor or outdoor locations, installed in cable trays, ducts, aerially or conduits and for applications up to 600 volt and temperatures up to 90°C. TC-ER Overall Shield (OS) Instrumentation Cables are suitable for use in Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous locations per NEC.

CONDUCTORS:
Stranded soft drawn bare copper conductor, per ASTM B3 & B-8

INSULATION:
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) insulation with a nylon overcoat

JACKET:
Black Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jacket, which is water, chemical, sunlight and abrasion resistant

COLOR CODE:
Pairs: Black and White Numbered

SHIELD:
Aluminum polyester foil with 100% coverage and in contact with a tinned copper drain wire



All values are nominal and subject to correction

See Full Specifications

See Full Specifications
Download Spec Sheet

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 16 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.377 in. / 9.58 mm
Jacket Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
Conductor Count 4
Shield Coverage % 100
Shield Type Aluminum Polyester Foil
Shield Overall Shield
Insulation Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
UL Listing Numbers UL 62, UL 83, UL 1277, UL 1581

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Direct Burial Rating Yes
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 90ºC
Standards UL type TC-ER
UL 62, 83, 1277, 1581
IEEE 383 70, 000 BTU flame test
NEC Article 336, 392, 501, 725
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsIndustrial Process Control & Automation, Oil & Gas (Refineries, Offshore Rigs), Chemical and Petrochemical Plants, Power Generation Facilities, Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Motor Control Circuits (Sensitive Feedback).
Common Uses
  • Sensors
  • Transmitters
  • Transducers
  • Temperature Sensors (RTDs
  • Thermocouples
  • Pressure Transmitters
  • Flow Meters
  • Level Indicators
  • PLCs (Programmable Logic Controller)
  • DCS (Distributed Control Systems)

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.103 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

General Shipping Information

In-stock orders placed before 3pm EST typically ship within 1-2 business days. Our business days are Monday through Friday; we do not process orders on Saturday, Sunday, or major US Holidays.

You will receive an e-mail with a tracking number within 1-2 business days from the time its shipped. You will also be able to view your order status and tracking numbers in your account order history.

Expedited Shipping

Expedited shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).

Returns

You have 30 days from the day you receive the item to contact us for a return. Returns are subject to a 30% Restocking Fee.

Please contact us at help@wireamerica.com to request a return authorization. Have your order number or name the order was placed with ready and we will email you an RMA (return) number and instructions for return. Currently, we do not offer exchanges. A new order must be placed if you need a different item. If you provide the new order number at the time of your return request, the restocking fee may be lowered.

Orders on any items with a material value of $50 or less are non-returnable.

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Overall Shielded PVC Instrumentation Cable

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This video shows the construction, jacket, shield and flexibility of the 16-1 Pair and 16-4 Pair Instrumentation Cables.
16-2 Pair TC-ER Instrumentation Cable, Overall Shield, 600V
Full Specifications

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 16 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.377 in. / 9.58 mm
Jacket Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
Conductor Count 4
Shield Coverage % 100
Shield Type Aluminum Polyester Foil
Shield Overall Shield
Insulation Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
UL Listing Numbers UL 62, UL 83, UL 1277, UL 1581

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Direct Burial Rating Yes
Submersible No
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 90ºC
Standards UL type TC-ER
UL 62, 83, 1277, 1581
IEEE 383 70, 000 BTU flame test
NEC Article 336, 392, 501, 725
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction

Usage & Installation:

Primary ApplicationsIndustrial Process Control & Automation, Oil & Gas (Refineries, Offshore Rigs), Chemical and Petrochemical Plants, Power Generation Facilities, Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Motor Control Circuits (Sensitive Feedback).
Common Uses
  • Sensors
  • Transmitters
  • Transducers
  • Temperature Sensors (RTDs
  • Thermocouples
  • Pressure Transmitters
  • Flow Meters
  • Level Indicators
  • PLCs (Programmable Logic Controller)
  • DCS (Distributed Control Systems)

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.103 lb
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AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard system used primarily in North America to measure the diameter of electrical conductors. This system is critical because a wire's size directly impacts its electrical resistance and how much current (ampacity) it can safely carry. A key principle is that the smaller the AWG number, the larger the wire's diameter; for instance, 12 AWG is thicker and can carry more current than 14 AWG. Sizes beyond 0 AWG are referred to as "aught" (e.g., 1/0, 2/0). Selecting the correct AWG is essential for safe electrical installations, preventing overheating, and minimizing voltage drop.
Voltage drop is the natural reduction in electrical potential that occurs as current travels through a circuit, from the power source to a device. This happens because all wires inherently have resistance, which converts some electrical energy into heat, leading to a loss of voltage. While minor voltage drop is normal, excessive amounts can cause problems like dimming lights, slow or overheating motors, and erratic electronic behavior. It can also lead to higher energy consumption and, in severe cases, create safety hazards due to overheating wires. Key factors influencing voltage drop include the wire's length and thickness (gauge), the amount of current flowing through it, and the quality of electrical connections.
In electrical wiring, amps (amperes) measure the rate of electrical current flow. Think of it as the volume of electricity moving through the wire at any given time. Crucially, every electrical wire has an ampacity rating, which is the maximum current it can safely carry continuously without overheating. Exceeding a wire's ampacity can lead to insulation damage and fire hazards, highlighting why proper wire sizing based on expected amperage is vital for safe electrical systems.
A wire's ampacity, or its safe current-carrying capacity, changes with temperature primarily because of two factors. First, the electrical resistance of copper and aluminum wires increases as they get hotter, causing them to generate more heat when current flows. Second, every wire's insulation has a maximum temperature limit; exceeding this can cause degradation and safety hazards. Therefore, in hotter environments, a wire must carry less current to avoid exceeding its insulation's temperature rating. This ensures the wire remains safe and functional, preventing overheating and potential failures.
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