5480/25C SL005 Cables, Wires

Multiple conductor cables are widely used in industrial settings, so understanding their application fields and working principles is an important part of electrical and instrumentation engineering. The 5480/25C SL005 is one such product, part of a series of 16 Gauge (AWG) electrical cables that feature different combinations of conductors and insulation to provide flexible installation options for diverse applications. This article seeks to provide an overview of the application fields and working principles of the 5480/25C SL005, in order to help electrical and instrumentation engineers better understand its advantages and limitations.

The 5480/25C SL005 is a single-conductor, 16-gauge (AWG) cable with a nominal thickness of 0.25 inches (19/64 inches). The exterior insulation is made of low-smoke polyvinyl chloride (LSF-PVC) with a jacket of polyester tape. Inside the insulation is a stranded tinned 200-stranded wire (Type 6 AWG). This combination provides flexibility and durability in temperatures ranging from - 60 degrees Celsius to +105 degrees Celsius.

The 5480/25C SL005 is suitable for direct burial, exposed installation and in conduit applications. It is typically used in electrical and instrumentation applications, particularly in power distribution and control systems. It is also used in dry and wet locations, and can be used indoors or outdoors. In addition, the low-smoke PVC insulation and jacket ensure it meets fire safety standards for applications requiring flame retardancy.

When it comes to the working principle of the 5480/25C SL005, it is based on a simple electrical current: a flow of electrons from one point to another. The electrons travel through the cables’ conductors, and the insulation prevents them from getting lost or diverted. The conductors are then loosely twisted together in pairs—the “strands”—helping to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI), and the overall thickness of the cable adds to its flexibility. The PVC insulation also helps protect the cables from moisture and other environmental factors.

The 5480/25C SL005 is a great choice for many industrial and instrumentation applications. Its combination of flexibility, durability, and fire resistance make it a popular choice for electrical and instrumentation engineers. Its versatile working principle gives it a wide range of applications, and its low-smoke PVC insulation and jacket ensure it meets fire safety standards.