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Xtra-Guard 1 Catalog

Xtra-Guard 1 Catalog

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Xtra-Guard 1 Performance Cable Overview
Alpha Wire's Xtra-Guard 1 cable is engineered for high performance and reliability in demanding environments. It features premium PVC insulation and jacket, facilitating easy stripping and routing. Available in multiconductor and multipair configurations, it supports voltage ratings of 300 V and 600 V.

Key Features

Color-coded, tinned copper conductors
Premium-grade PVC insulation and jacket
Options for unshielded, foil shielded, or Supra-Shield® foil/braid
Temperature rating of 105°C
UL VW-1, UL 1685, and CSA FT-4 flammability ratings
NFPA 79 compliance
Nylon ripcord for easy jacket stripping
Wide range of configurations and lengths
No minimum order quantity for certain lengths
Free samples available for next-day shipping

Applications

EIA RS-232 interface
High technology applications in controlled environments
Medical electronics
Point-of-sale equipment
Computer peripherals
Industrial process controls

Shielding Options

Unshielded: Suitable for low-noise environments with the smallest cable diameter.
Foil Shielded: Uses an aluminum/polyester shield for moderate EMI needs, with a tinned copper drain wire for easy grounding.
Supra-Shield®: Combines a triple-layer foil with a tinned copper braid for exceptional EMI performance and flexibility.

Product Variants

Xtra-Guard 1: High performance in a tough PVC jacket.
Xtra-Guard 2: Added abrasion resistance.
Xtra-Guard 3: Suitable for direct burial without conduit.
Xtra-Guard 4: Advanced temperature and chemical performance.
Xtra-Guard 5: Maximum chemical and temperature performance.
Xtra-Guard Flex: For continuous flex applications.
Xtra-Guard Industrial Ethernet: Cat 5e for tough factory environments.

Technical Specifications

Operating Temperature: -30°C to +105°C
Conductor Color Coding: Available in various AWG sizes with specific color charts.
Materials: Stranded tinned copper conductors, premium PVC insulation, nylon ripcord, and UV-resistant PVC jacket.
Availability: Offered in lengths of 100 ft, 500 ft, 1000 ft, and bulk cut to length.
FIT® Tubing Recommendations: FIT-221 for indoor use and FIT-321 for outdoor use.

Specifications
The cables are available in different American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes, including 28, 26, 24, 22, 20, 18, 16, and 14 AWG. Each size has specific stranding, insulation thickness, nominal diameter, and jacket thickness. The insulation is made of premium PVC, and the cables feature an aluminum/polyester foil shield with a 25% overlap.

Operating Conditions
The cables are rated for 300 V and 600 V applications, with operating temperatures ranging from -30°C to +105°C, depending on the specific type (AWM or CM). They are suitable for both dry and wet conditions, with specific temperature ratings for each.

Materials and Construction
The cables are constructed with stranded tinned copper conductors, a premium PVC jacket, and a nylon ripcord for easy stripping. They are UV resistant and available in various colors, with specific color coding for different AWG sizes.

Availability
The cables are available in standard lengths of 100 ft, 500 ft, and 1000 ft, with options for bulk orders cut to length. The document also recommends FIT tubing for additional protection, with options for indoor and outdoor use.

Applications
These cables are suitable for a wide range of applications, including those requiring UL CM, UL AWM 2464 VW-1, CSA CMG FT4, and UL MTW certifications.

Product Overview
Alpha Wire emphasizes the reliability and critical nature of their Xtra-Guard 1 cables, designed for extreme environments and crucial applications. The document highlights the importance of selecting the right cable to ensure system reliability, performance, and safety.

Availability and Support
Alpha Wire offers a wide range of Xtra-Guard 1 cables available from stock in various sizes and constructions, with the possibility of same-day shipment to reduce lead times. The company provides extensive online resources, including a selection guide, technical information, and a full product catalog to assist customers in choosing the appropriate cable for their needs.

Contact Information
Alpha Wire provides contact details for their global headquarters in the USA, as well as regional offices in Europe and Asia Pacific, offering multiple channels for customer support and inquiries.

Catalog excerpts

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Xtra-Guard 1 Cable Setting the standard in tough PVC cable Alpha Wire’s Xtra-Guard cable brings performance and reliability to the biggest challenges in the toughest environments. No matter what extremes your application faces, you’ll find an Xtra-Guard cable that excels in meeting your requirements. Years of abuse in some of the harshest environments have proven Xtra-Guard means peace of mind. With its premium PVC insulation and jacket, Xtra-Guard 1 cable strips cleanly and routes easily. It’s available in multiconductor and multipair configurations with 300 V and 600 V ratings. Features • Color-coded,...

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Xtra-Guard shielding options Alpha Wire offers Xtra-Guard 1 cables in three shielding options to handle virtually any electrical environment. Unshielded Unshielded cables provide the smallest cable diameter for use in low-noise controlled environments. Foil shielded Foil-shielded cables use a sturdy aluminum/polyester shield for moderate EMI needs, especially at lower frequencies. A tinned copper drain wire makes grounding the cable easy. Foil shields allow lighter weights and smaller cables. Supra-Shield® Alpha’s exclusive Supra-Shield cables combine a triple-layer aluminum/polyester/aluminum...

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Xtra-Guard 1 > Multiconductor > Unshielded > 300 V High performance 300 V Unshielded, Multiconductor 28 AWG (0.09 mm2) Stranding: 7/36 (7 x 0.127 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.010 (0.25 mm) Part Number • –30°C to +80°C (AWM) • –30°C to +105°C (CM) Conductor Color Coding • 8, 26, 24, 22 AWG: Chart E 2 (page 31) • 0, 18, 16 AWG: Chart D 2 (page 30) • Jacket Colors • Put-ups: slate • ulk: nine colors available B (page 2, minimums may apply) Stranding: 7/34 (7 x 0.16 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.010 (0.25 mm) Part Number • tranded tinned S copper conductors • remium PVC insulation P • Nylon ripcord...

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Xtra-Guard 1 > Multiconductor > Unshielded > 300 V High Performance 300 V Unshielded, Multiconductor 22 AWG (0.35 mm2) Stranding: 7/30 (7 x 0.25 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.010 (0.25 mm) Part Number UL CM UL AWM 2464 VW-1 CSA CMG FT4 Operating Temperature • –30°C to +80°C (AWM) • –30°C to +105°C (CM) Conductor Color Coding • 8, 26, 24, 22 AWG: Chart E 2 (page 31) • 0, 18, 16 AWG: Chart D 2 (page 30) • Jacket Colors • Put-ups: slate • ulk: nine colors available B (page 2, minimums may apply) Materials • tranded tinned S copper conductors • remium PVC insulation P • Nylon ripcord • remium PVC jacket...

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Xtra-Guard 1 > Multiconductor > Unshielded > 300 V High Performance 300 V Unshielded, Multiconductor 18 AWG (0.81 mm2) Stranding: 16/30 (16 x 0.25 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.016 (0.41 mm) Part Number UL CM UL AWM 2464 VW-1 CSA CMG FT4 Operating Temperature • –30°C to +80°C (AWM) • –30°C to +105°C (CM) Conductor Color Coding • 28, 26, 24, 22 AWG: Chart E (page 30) • Jacket Colors • Put-ups: slate • ulk: nine colors available B (page 2, minimums may apply) Materials • Stranded tinned copper conductors • Premium PVC insulation • Nylon ripcord • Premium PVC jacket • UV resistant Availability 100...

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Xtra-Guard 1 > Multiconductor > Unshielded > 300 V High Performance 300 V Unshielded, Multiconductor 24 AWG (0.23 mm2) Stranding: 7/32 (7 x 0.20 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.010 (0.25 mm) Part Number Operating Temperature • Chart E (page 31) • Jacket Colors • Put-ups: slate • ulk: nine colors available B (page 2, minimums may apply) Materials • tranded tinned S copper conductors • remium PVC insulation P • Nylon ripcord • remium PVC jacket P • UV resistant Availability 100 ft (30.5 m) 500 ft (152 m) 1000 ft (305 m) Bulk, cut to length FIT® Tubing Recommendations • IT-221: General-purpose, F cross-linked...

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Xtra-Guard 1 > Multiconductor > Unshielded > 600 V High Performance 600 V Unshielded, Multiconductor 22 AWG (0.35 mm2) Stranding: 7/30 (7 x 0.25 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.032 (0.81 mm) Part Number Conductor Color Coding • Chart E (page 31) • Jacket Colors • Put-ups: slate • ulk: nine colors available B (page 2, minimums may apply) Stranding: 7/28 (7 x 0.32 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.032 (0.81 mm) Part Number Materials • Stranded tinned copper conductors • Premium PVC insulation • Nylon ripcord • Premium PVC jacket • UV resistant Availability 100 ft (30.5 m) 500 ft (152 m) 1000 ft (305 m) Bulk,...

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Xtra-Guard 1 > Multiconductor > Unshielded > 600 V High Performance 600 V Unshielded, Multiconductor 16 AWG (1.23 mm2) Stranding: 19/0.0117 (19 x 0.29 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.032 (0.81 mm) Part Number Operating Temperature • –30°C to +105°C • –30°C to +90°C (Dry MTW) • –30°C to +60°C (Wet MTW) Conductor Color Coding • Chart E (page 31) • Jacket Colors • Put-ups: slate • ulk: nine colors available B (page 2, minimums may apply) Materials • tranded tinned S copper conductors • remium PVC insulation P • Nylon ripcord • remium PVC jacket P • UV resistant 14 AWG (2.08 mm2) Stranding: 41/30 (41...

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Xtra-Guard 1 > Multiconductor > Foil Shielded > 300 V High Performance 300 V Foil Shielded, Multiconductor 28 AWG (0.09 mm2) Stranding: 7/36 (7 x 0.127 mm) Insulation thickness: 0.010 (0.25 mm) Part Number Operating Temperature • –30°C to +80°C (AWM) • –30°C to +105°C (CM) Conductor Color Coding • 28, 26, 24, 22 AWG: Chart E (page 31) • 0, 18, 16 AWG: Chart D (page 30) 2 • Jacket Colors • Put-ups: slate • ulk: nine colors available B (page 2, minimums may apply) Materials • Stranded tinned copper conductors • Premium PVC insulation • Aluminum/polyester foil shield, with 25% overlap and foil facing...

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