SPEC 45441
CU 600V XLPE Insulation Shielded Signal Pair TPE jacket. RHH/RHW-2 Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
Type TC-ER Variable Frequency Drive Cable, 600 Volts or 1000 Volts , Tinned Copper Conductors, Cross Linked Insulation Type RHH/RHW-2 With Shielded Pair, Thermoplastic Elastomer Jacket, Rated 90°C Dry or Wet, -40°C Cold Impact, Identification Method 4. 1000 Volts Flexible Motor Supply. CSA CIC/TC FT4 Flame.
Construction:
- Conductor:Class K, flexible stranded tinned annealed copper per ASTM B3, B172, and B174
- Insulation:Cross linked insulation on all conductors (Type RHH/RHW-2 on 14 AWG and larger)
- Ground:One green ground with yellow stripe cross linked insulation (size equal to phase conductor)
- Drain Wire:Tinned copper drain wire
- Twisted Shielded Pair:100% coverage aluminum/Mylar foil shield (color code: black, white)
- Overall Shielding:100% coverage aluminum/Mylar/aluminum foil, overall 85% coverage tinned copper braid
- Jacket:Black Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)
Applications and Features:
Applications and Features: Power supply cable for VFDs and motors, suitable for cable tray, conduit, raceways, (TC-ER) and machine tool wiring conforming to NFPA 79 2018. Suitable for free air and direct burial. Its flexible design is ideal for use on operation processes in accordance with NEC® Articles 336, 501 and 502 including, but not limited to: fans, pumps, conveyors, compressors, elevators and lifts, extruders, crushers and presses, assembly lines, food and beverage, wind energy and data centers. Cable is rated for -40C Cold Bend and Impact. Multiple approvals for multiple applications. The additional shielded pair can be used for signal, temperature sensors or brake.
Specifications:
Sample Print Legend:
Southwire XXAWG (XXmm2) XX/C VFD RHH/RHW-2 CDRS PLUS 16 AWG 1 PR TYPE TC-ER EXXXXX (UL) 600V 90°C DRY 90°C WET SUN RES OIL RES I/II DIR BUR -40°C OR WTTC 1000V OR AWM 20886 105°C 1000V OR Flexible Motor Supply Cable 1000V -- LLXXXXXX CSA CIC/TC FT4 OR AWM I/II A/B 1000V 105C FT4 -40°C -- CE RoHS-2 Made in USA
Table 1 – Weights and Measurements
| Stock Number | Cond. Size | Cond. Number | Strand Count | Diameter Over Conductor | Insul. Thickness | Ground | Drain Wire | Dia. Over Shield | Jacket Thickness | Approx. OD | Copper Weight | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG/Kcmil | No. of Strands | inch | mil | No. x AWG | No. x AWG | inch | mil | inch | lb/1000ft | lb/1000ft | ||
| 646243 | 12 | 3 | 65 | 0.094 | 45 | 1 x 12 | 1x12 | 0.595 | 62 | 0.719 | 169 | 308 |
All dimensions are nominal and subject to normal manufacturing tolerances
◊ Cable marked with this symbol is a standard stock item
* Ampacities based upon 2023 NEC Table 310.16. See NEC sections 310.15 and 110.14(C) for additional requirements.
Table 2 – Electrical and Engineering Data
| Stock Number | Cond. Size | Cond. Number | Min Bending Radius | Max Pull Tension | DC Resistance @ 25°C | AC Resistance @ 75°C | Capacitive Reactance @ 60Hz | Inductive Reactance @ 60Hz | Allowable Ampacity At 60°C | Allowable Ampacity At 75°C | Allowable Ampacity At 90°C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG/Kcmil | inch | lb | Ω/1000ft | Ω/1000ft | MΩ/1000ft | Ω/1000ft | Amp | Amp | Amp | ||
| 646243 | 12 | 3 | 8.6 | 156 | 1.774 | 2.137 | 0.047 | 0.054 | 20 | 25 | 30 |
Revision: 1.000.004
Updated On: Sept. 24, 2023, 2:49 p.m. UTC
