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Catalogue 2021
Catalogue 2021
This document is the 2021 manual for Metrofunk Kabel-Union GmbH, introducing a new product range and updated contact information.
Phone: +49 30 790186-0
Fax: +49 30 790186-77
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.metrofunk.de
Address: Lepsiusstraße 89, 12165 Berlin - Steglitz, Germany
- Halogen-free flame-retardant cable, temperature-resistant up to +125°C.
- DIN ISO 9001:2015 certified.
- AEOF certified by the Principal Customs Office in Berlin.
- Twisted-pair cables: Flexible, shielded, halogen-free.
- Standard control system cables: Coloured cores, shielded, UL certified.
- Special cables: Custom applications, including mini-cables.
- Temperature-resistant cables: Silicone or Teflon insulated.
- High voltage cables: Printed numbers or coloured cores, shielded.
- Low-frequency cables: 0.08 mm² to 0.75 mm², low-capacitance.
- Coaxial HF cables: Various impedances, Teflon insulation, halogen-free.
- Ribbon cables: 0.14 mm² to 0.75 mm², AWG 28, shielded.
- Hook-up wires and cables: Flexible, halogen-free, UL certified.
- Twisted-pair cables: Increased cross-talk attenuation, full shielding.
- Construction: Fine-wire copper strands, PVC insulation, twisted pairs.
- Electrical Properties: Conductor resistance, insulation resistance, capacitance, operating voltage, test voltage.
- Mechanical Properties: Bending radius specifications.
- Available in various lengths, pricing per 100 meters.
- Free short samples, no copper surcharge.
Monday to Thursday: 7.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
Friday: 7.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.
- Characteristic Impedance: 75 to 105 Ω above 100 kHz.
- Inductance: Core/core approx. 0.7 mH/km, core/shield approx. 0.5 mH/km at 800 Hz.
- Capacitive Coupling: Approx. 200 pF/100 m at 800 Hz.
- Temperature Range: -10°C to +70°C for installation and operation, -30°C to +80°C for transport and storage.
- Mechanical Properties: Once-only bending radius is 8 times the outer diameter, repeated bending radius is 15 times the outer diameter.
- Highly Flexible Data Transfer Cables: Interference-free data transfer at low currents, tightly twisted and individually shielded pairs.
- Construction: Fine-wire copper strands, PVC insulation, full shielding of braided copper wire.
- Electrical Properties: Conductor resistance approx. 235 Ω/km, core insulation resistance > 20 MΩ x km, capacitance approx. 80 pF/m core/core.
- Operating Voltage: Max 100 V~, test voltage max 800 V~ (VDE 0812).
- Used in electronic systems, control and regulation systems for pulse and data transfer.
- Preferred for environments requiring interference-free data transfer.
- Available in configurations from 2 x 2 to 12 x 2 pairs, different core sizes and shielding options.
- Normal stock unit is a 100-m ring, free short samples.
- Pricing varies based on configuration and quantity.
1. Conductor Resistance: Approximately 135 Ω/km.
2. Insulation Resistance: ≥ 20 MΩ x km.
3. Capacitance: At 800 Hz, approximately 140 pF/m for shielded pairs.
4. Operating Voltage: 250 V- /750 V= as per VDE 0812.
5. Test Voltage: 500 V for core+core/shield.
6. Current Rating: 1.5 A at 25°C ambient temperature.
7. Temperature Range: -10°C to +70°C for installation and operation; -30°C to +80°C for transport and storage.
- Product Type: LiY-LiY(CB)-Y cables.
- Core Structure: 2+1 to 15+1 x 2 x 0.14 mm².
- Colour Sequence: Detailed on page 5.
- Assembly: Cores counted sequentially from outside to inside layers.
- Suitable for power station systems and industrial electronic systems.
- Used in control and regulation systems, measurement, and signalling systems.
- Special feature includes suitability for Maxi-Termi-Point wiring.
- Conductors: Fine-wire copper strands.
- Insulation: SR-PVC, resistant to cut-through for Termi-Point wiring.
- Twisted structure with pairs and bundles.
- Shielded with braided, tinned copper wires with ≥ 90% visual coverage.
- Outer jacket: PVC, light grey as per RAL 7032.
- Normal stock unit is a 100-m ring.
- Free short samples (20 cm).
- Pricing varies based on quantity, includes copper.
- Electrical Properties: Conductor loop resistance max. 73 Ω/km, insulation resistance > 20 MΩ x km.
- Capacitance: At 1 kHz, 130 pF/m + 20%.
- Operating Voltage: Max. 600 V.
- Test Voltage: 2,000 V eff at 50 Hz.
- Current Rating: Max. 2 A per core.
- Temperature Range: -5°C to +70°C for installation and operation; -30°C to +70°C for transport and storage.
- Address: Lepsiusstraße 89, 12165 Berlin, Berlin - Steglitz.
- Phone: +49 (0)30 / 79 01 86 - 0.
- Fax: +49 (0)30 / 79 01 86 - 77.
- Business Hours: Monday to Thursday from 7.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m., Friday from 7.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.
The document provides detailed specifications for shielded twisted pair control signal cables in various American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes, including AWG 28, 26, 24, 22, and 20. Each cable type is described with its core structure, insulation, and jacket properties. The cables are designed to be flexible, resistant to heat, cold, oil, petrol, and flame, and are suitable for digital signal connections in various systems.
- Heat resistance: 105°C for outer jacket, 80°C for cores.
- Cold resistance: -10°C for unrolling and installing, -30°C for storage and operation.
- Operating voltage: 300 V, Test voltage: 1,500 V.
- Conductor resistance and insulation resistance are specified for each AWG size.
- Bending radius: Once-only bending radius is 5 times the outer diameter, repeated bending radius is 20 times the outer diameter.
The document includes ordering information for each cable type, specifying the number of pairs, jacket color, and pricing per meter for different quantities. The cables are available in 100-meter rings, with short samples provided free of charge.
The document provides contact details for the central store located in Berlin, including business hours and phone numbers for inquiries.
- Construction: The cables are made with tinned, fine-wire copper strands and insulated with thermoplastic PVC plastic. The cores are color-coded for easy identification and twisted to form cables according to VDE regulation 0812.
- Physical Properties: The cables have a low overall diameter and are flexible. The outer jacket is made of thermoplastic PVC plastic, light grey in color (RAL 7032), with wall thickness varying based on the number of cores.
- Electrical Properties: The cables have a maximum conductor resistance of 49 Ω/km, insulation resistance greater than 20 MΩ x km, and capacitance at 1 kHz varying based on construction. The operating voltage is up to 350 V, with a test voltage of 2,000 V. The current rating is a maximum of 4 A at ambient temperatures up to 25°C.
- Temperature Range: The cables can operate between -10°C to +80°C and can be transported and stored between -30°C to +80°C.
- The document lists prices for various cable configurations, with prices provided per 100 meters and varying based on the number of cores and cable type.
- Sample quantities under 100 meters are available, and the cables are usually available ex-stock.
- AWG 20 Unshielded Cables: These cables feature copper conductors in AWG sizes with 7-wire strands, tinned, and comply with UL 1061 and VDE 0881 standards. They are available with 2 to 60 conductors, are very flexible, heat and cold resistant, and flame-retardant according to UL VW-1/CSA FT-1. The outer jacket is made of special PVC, light grey in color, and oil and petrol resistant to a limited extent.
- AWG 20 Shielded Cables: Similar to the unshielded version but include a dense braid of tinned copper wires for shielding, providing visual coverage of ≥ 85%. These are suitable for environments requiring protection against external interference.
- AWG 30 and AWG 28 Cables: These cables are designed for export to the USA, featuring a matte black PVC outer jacket that is weather and UV resistant. They are available in both shielded and unshielded versions, with conductor sizes of 0.057 mm² and 0.09 mm² respectively.
- AWG 26 Cables: These unshielded cables are suitable for similar applications as the other models and are also intended for export to the USA.
- Temperature Range: Heat resistant up to 105°C for the outer jacket and 80°C for the cores. Cold resistant down to -10°C for unrolling and installing, and -30°C for storage and operation.
- Electrical Properties: Operating voltage is 300 V with a test voltage of 1,500 V. Conductor resistance varies by AWG size, with insulation resistance ≥ 20 MΩ x km.
- Mechanical Properties: The bending radius is specified as 5 times the outer diameter for once-only bending and 20 times for repeated bending.
The document details specifications for flexible black control signal cables, available in various American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes, specifically AWG 26, 24, and 22. These cables are designed for use in electrical, control, regulation, measurement, and signaling systems, particularly for export to the USA. They are certified under UL Style No. 2464 and 1061.
The cables feature copper conductors with a 7-wire strand configuration, tinned for protection. The outer jacket is made of special matte black PVC, resistant to oil, petrol, flame, weather, and UV. The wall thickness of the jacket varies with the number of conductors, ranging from 0.8 mm to 1.0 mm.
- Temperature Range: Heat resistant up to 105°C (outer jacket) and 80°C (cores), cold resistant down to -10°C for installation and -30°C for storage and operation.
- Electrical Properties: Operating voltage of 300 V, test voltage of 1,500 V, conductor resistance of 155 Ω/km (AWG 26) and 87 Ω/km (AWG 24), insulation resistance ≥ 20 MΩ X km.
- Mechanical Properties: Bending radius is 5 times the outer diameter for single bends and 20 times for repeated bends.
The cables are very flexible, resistant to vibration, and suitable for insulation displacement and crimp connectors. They do not contain live central conductors, reducing the risk of ductile fractures.
The cables are available in unshielded and shielded versions, with conductor counts ranging from 2 to 60. Pricing varies based on length and conductor count, with standard stock units being 100-meter rings. Short samples are available free of charge.
These cables are suitable for connections in various systems where shielding against external interference is necessary, especially for products intended for export to the USA.
- Outer Jacket: Matte black, made of special PVC, color RAL 9005, with no twist markings. The PVC is oil, petrol, flame, weather, and UV resistant.
- Shielding: Dense braid of tinned copper wires with visual coverage ≥ 85%.
- Conductor Sizes: Available in AWG 22, 20, and 18, with varying numbers of conductors.
- Certification: UL Style No. 2464 and 1061.
- Temperature Range: Heat resistant up to 105°C (outer jacket) and 80°C (cores). Cold resistant down to -10°C for unrolling and installing, and -30°C for storage and operation.
- Electrical Properties: Operating voltage of 300 V, test voltage of 1,500 V, and insulation resistance ≥ 20 MΩ X km.
- Mechanical Properties: Once-only bending radius of 5 X outer diameter and repeated bending radius of 20 X outer diameter.
The document provides detailed specifications for various types of halogen-free, flame-retardant cables. These cables are designed for control signal and data transfer, with specific types such as HAL-O-Flex and Medox-P. The cables are rated for a voltage of 300 V and have specific temperature ranges for operation, both in motion and when permanently installed. The bending radius and tensile load specifications are also provided, ensuring the cables' durability and flexibility under different conditions.
The cables are constructed with copper stranded wires and insulated with a thermoplastic compound that is halogen-free and flame-retardant. The document specifies the wire diameters, insulation thickness, and the Shore hardness of the materials used. The cables are resistant to various environmental factors such as acids, solvents, and UV exposure.
The cables comply with VDE and IEC standards for flame retardancy, ensuring safety in case of fire. The Medox-P cables are UL certified, indicating compliance with international safety standards.
The document includes detailed ordering information, including the number of conductors, cross-section sizes, and pricing per meter. It also provides information on sample availability and standard stock units.
For optimal performance, the document recommends adhering to the specified bending radii and tensile loads during installation and operation. The cables are suitable for use in environments where fire safety is a priority due to their halogen-free and flame-retardant properties.
- Heat resistance: Up to 180°C, short-term up to 220°C.
- Cold resistance: Constant temperature -50°C, short-term down to -60°C.
- Maintains rubber-elastic properties without reduction.
- Insulated with silicone rubber, highly flexible, and halogen-free.
- Produced based on VDE 0250 Part 1 + 502.
- Various configurations with different conductor resistances and current ratings.
- Operating voltage ranges from 150 V to 500 V, with a test voltage of 2000 V.
- Conductor resistance varies by wire size, e.g., 122 Ω/km for 0.15 mm².
- Resistant to oils, fats, alcohols, acids, alkalis, sea water, and oxidation agents.
- Silicone is resistant to oxygen and ozone, with a high flash point.
- Available in 100-m rings, with short samples provided free of charge.
- Pricing varies by wire size and quantity, with discounts for larger orders.
- Silicone insulation provides excellent dielectric properties over a wide temperature range.
- Halogen-free and highly flexible, suitable for extreme temperature applications.
- Suitable for electrical appliances and refrigeration systems requiring mechanical flexibility at high and low temperatures.
- Conductor resistance and current ratings are specified for different wire sizes.
- Insulation resistance is greater than 1,200 MΩ x km.
- Temperature range from -50°C to +180°C.
- TEFLON® insulated control signal cables with high heat resistance and specific electrical properties.
- Available in various core sizes and configurations, with detailed technical specifications provided.
- Teflon®-PTFE Insulated Wires: Available in types MX, TX, and LX with varying voltage ratings (250V to 1000V) and temperature ranges (-100°C to 260°C).
- Tefzel-ETFE Insulated Wires: Types MT, MTZ, and TTZ for voltages up to 600V and temperatures from -100°C to 150°C.
- Vehicle Cables: Compliant with DIN ISO 6722, featuring PVC insulation and a temperature range of -40°C to 105°C.
- Insulation materials are flame-retardant, halogen-free, and environmentally friendly.
- Mechanical properties include specific bending radii for static and moving applications.
- UL and cUL certifications for certain AWG strands, ensuring compliance with US standards.
- Flame retardance according to IEC 60332.2.2 and UL 2556 VW-1 / FV-2 / FT1.
- Suitable for use in dry rooms, buildings with high concentrations of people, and vehicles.
- Designed for use with insulation displacement connectors (IDC) and Termi-Point® connectors, which are solder-free connection systems.
- Available in various lengths and packaging options, with net prices including copper and delivery details.
- Colour options and stock availability are specified for different wire types.
Catalog excerpts
What is new in this manual Dear Reader, From page Welcome to our 2021 manual. Thank you for your interest in our products. This issue has been expanded with a new product range (see below). Twisted-pair cables Highly flexible, shielded, also halogen-free Standard control system cables Coloured cores, also shielded, also with UL certification, also in AWG sizes You can also visit our Internet site. We are certified according to DIN ISO 9001:2015. AEOF – Authorised Economic Operator which acknowledges our status as an especially reliable and trustworthy supplier. With this status we are setting a clear sign of our commitment to correct and reliable execution of our business and make a contribution to the international reliability of the supply chain. We have submitted ourselves to this comprehensive examination so that our customers can also benefit from a simplified and faster customs approval process. These articles will be no longer produced and therefore offered to very reduced prices - while stocks last. New items in this manual: Halogen-free flame-retardant cable temperature-resistant (+ 125°C) Contact information: Phone: +49 30 790186-0 Fax: +49 30 790186-77 Email: [email protected] Internet: www.metrofunk.de 2 On 15/7/2010, the Principal Customs Office in Berlin awarded us certification as an In our catalog you will find several articles marked with a red * and written in italic text. Postal address: Metrofunk Kabel-Union GmbH Lepsiusstraße 89 12165 Berlin - Steglitz Germany Temperature-resistant cables Insulated with silicone or Teflon High voltage cables With printed numbers or coloured cores, also shielded Low-frequency cables 0.08 mm2 to 0.75 mm2, also low-capacitance Coaxial HF cables 50 Ω, 60 Ω, 75 Ω, 93 Ω, 95 Ω, also with Teflon insulation, also halogen-free Ribbon cables 0.14 mm2 to 0.75 mm2, AWG 28 with standard grid dimensions, also shielded Hook-up wires and cables, flexible, highly flexible, halogen-free, various insulation types, with UL certification Special cables For custom applications, mini-cables
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Colour sequence of the assemblies Pair Core colour Data transfer cables, 0.08 mm2, highly flexible, individually shielded and insulated twisted pairs, outer shield. 2 to 12 pairs Data transfer cables, 0.25 mm2, individually shielded and insulated twisted pairs, outer shield. 1 to 32 pairs Control signal cables, 0.75 mm2, outer shield, jacket light blue as per RAL 5015. 2 and 3 cores, 2 to 6 pairs Flexible connection wires, 0.14 mm2, unshielded, DIN 47414, VDE 0814. 4 to 32 pairs Flexible connection wires, 0.14 mm2, outer shield, DIN 47414, VDE 0814. 6 and 8 pairs Flexible connection wires, 0.14...
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Page UL-11Y paired Colour code of the cables from page 28 to 45 222 228 AWG 28 to AWG 20 1st core pair 2nd core pair 3rd core pair 4th core pair 5th core pair 6th core pair 7th core pair 8th core pair 9th core pair 10th core pair 11th core pair 12th core pair 13th core pair 14th core pair 15th core pair 16th core pair 17th core pair 18th core pair black + brown black + red black + orange black + yellow black + green black + blue black + purple black + grey black + white brown + red brown + orange brown + yellow brown + green brown + blue brown + purple brown + grey brown + white red + orange...
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Technical data Net price including copper Highly flexible - twisted-pair - full shielding Preferred application Pulse and data transfer connection cables for electronic systems, control and regulation systems, measurement and signalling systems and as interconnection cables for paging and intercom systems. Special features The twisted-pair cores provide increased cross-talk attenuation. The full shielding prevents interference and external influences. Construction data Cores: of fine-wire plain copper strands, 40 x 0.05 mm 0 Core insulation: PVC, coloured, second colour as abrasion-resistant...
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Technical data Net price including copper Highly flexible - twisted-pair - full shielding Preferred application Pulse and data transfer connection cables for electronic systems, control and regulation systems, measurement and signalling systems and as interconnection cables for paging and intercom systems. Special features The twisted-pair cores provide increased cross-talk attenuation. The full shielding prevents interference and external influences. Construction data Conductors: of fine-wire plain copper strands, 72 x 0.05 mm = 0.14 mm2 Core insulation: PVC, coloured, second colour as abrasion-resistant...
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Technical data Net price including copper Highly flexible - twisted-pair - full shielding Preferred application Pulse and data transfer connection cables for electronic systems, control and regulation systems, measurement and signalling systems and as interconnection cables for paging and intercom systems. Special features The twisted-pair cores provide increased cross-talk attenuation. The full shielding prevents interference and external influences. Construction data Conductors of fine-wire plain copper strands, 102 x 0.05 mm = 0.20 mm2 Core insulation: PVC, coloured, second colour as abrasion-resistant...
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Highly flexible - twisted-pair - full shielding Preferred application Pulse and data transfer connection cables for electronic systems, control and regulation systems and as interconnection cables for paging and intercom systems. Special features The twisted-pair cores provide increased cross-talk attenuation. The full shielding prevents interference and external influences. Construction data Conductors of fine-wire plain copper strands, 256 x 0.05 mm = 0.50 mm2 Core insulation PVC, coloured, second colour as abrasion-resistant coloured rings. 0 of the copper strands in each core = 1.0 mm. Insulation...
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Technical data Net price including copper Highly flexible data transfer cables Pairs tightly twisted, each pair shielded and insulated, full shielding. Preferred application Interference-free transfer of data at low currents; pulse connection cables in electronic systems and control and regulation systems. Special features Highly flexible core structure, tightly twisted pairs. Each pair is individually shielded and insulated from external earthing via the shield. The cables are protected from external influences by an additional outer jacket. Construction data Conductors of fine-wire plain copper...
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