SPEC 45441
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) 600 Volts or 1000 Volts with Signal Pair Flexible Cable & Servo Cable
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 | Strand Count | Insul. Thickness | Ground | Jacket Thickness | Approx. OD | Copper Weight | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG/Kcmil | No. of Strands | mil | No. x AWG | mil | inch | lb/1000ft | lb/1000ft | |
| 646241 | 16 | 26 | 46 | 1 x 16 | 62 | 0.604 | 92 | 199 |
| 646242 | 14 | 41 | 46 | 1 x 14 | 62 | 0.689 | 128 | 242 |
| 646243 | 12 | 65 | 46 | 1 x 12 | 62 | 0.719 | 169 | 308 |
| 646244 | 10 | 105 | 46 | 1 x 10 | 62 | 0.773 | 233 | 370 |
| 677156◊ | 8 | 168 | 62 | 1 x 8 | 82 | 1.034 | 367 | 654 |
| 677158◊ | 6 | 266 | 62 | 1 x 6 | 82 | 1.099 | 519 | 829 |
All dimensions are nominal and subject to normal manufacturing tolerances
◊ Cable marked with this symbol is a standard stock item
† Ampacities based on Table 310.16 of the NEC 2020 edition. Ampacities of insulated conductors rated up to and including 2000 Volts with not more than three current-carrying conductors in raceway, cable or direct buried based on ambient temperature of 30ºC (86ºF).
Table 2 – Electrical and Engineering Data
Revision: 3.0.00M
