BELDEN 8760, 1 PAIR 18 AWG Audio, Control & Instrumentation
Belden 8760 is a premier 1-pair, 18 AWG shielded cable engineered for high-performance audio, control, and instrumentation applications. Widely considered an industry standard, it features stranded conductors and effective Beldfoil® shielding, making it the go-to choice for reliable signal transmission in professional AV systems, industrial control loops, and data instrumentation circuits.
Product Description
8760 is built to deliver precision signal integrity in both professional and industrial settings. Its stranded conductor design provides excellent flexibility for easier installation, while the high-quality shielding ensures that data and analog signals remain clean, even when routed through environments with electromagnetic or radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI).
Key Technical Specifications
Conductor Construction: 1 pair (2 conductors) of 18 AWG stranded (16x30) tinned copper conductors, providing superior conductivity and mechanical flexibility.
Insulation: Polypropylene (PP) insulation, which offers low capacitance and consistent performance across a wide frequency range.
Shielding Architecture:
Beldfoil® Shield: 100% coverage aluminum/polyester foil tape, providing maximum protection against high-frequency interference.
Drain Wire: Includes a 20 AWG stranded tinned copper drain wire to simplify grounding and ensure a continuous, low-resistance shield path.
Outer Jacket: Durable, flame-retardant Chrome PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) jacket, providing a professional finish and resistance to environmental stress.
Electrical Characteristics:
Voltage Rating: 300 V RMS.
Capacitance: Low mutual capacitance (approx. 27 pF/ft) to preserve signal clarity over long runs.
Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C.
Primary Applications
Audio Interconnects: A staple for professional balanced audio lines, microphones, and studio installations.
Industrial Control: Used for 4-20mA analog signal loops, PLC inputs, and remote instrumentation monitoring.
Control Systems: Ideal for security systems, building automation, and access control where reliable, low-noise communication is critical.
Instrumentation: Suitable for transmitting data from sensors and transducers in factory and laboratory environments.
Key Technical Specifications
Conductor Construction: 1 pair (2 conductors) of 18 AWG stranded (16x30) tinned copper conductors, providing superior conductivity and mechanical flexibility.
Insulation: Polypropylene (PP) insulation, which offers low capacitance and consistent performance across a wide frequency range.
Shielding Architecture:
Beldfoil® Shield: 100% coverage aluminum/polyester foil tape, providing maximum protection against high-frequency interference.
Drain Wire: Includes a 20 AWG stranded tinned copper drain wire to simplify grounding and ensure a continuous, low-resistance shield path.
Outer Jacket: Durable, flame-retardant Chrome PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) jacket, providing a professional finish and resistance to environmental stress.
Electrical Characteristics:
Voltage Rating: 300 V RMS.
Capacitance: Low mutual capacitance (approx. 27 pF/ft) to preserve signal clarity over long runs.
Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C.
Primary Applications
Audio Interconnects: A staple for professional balanced audio lines, microphones, and studio installations.
Industrial Control: Used for 4-20mA analog signal loops, PLC inputs, and remote instrumentation monitoring.
Control Systems: Ideal for security systems, building automation, and access control where reliable, low-noise communication is critical.
Instrumentation: Suitable for transmitting data from sensors and transducers in factory and laboratory environments.
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