Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 3 Cores, 0.56mm² 20 AWG, Unscreened, 305 m, Slate

RS stock no.:: 187-1938
Distrelec Article No.:: 300-99-357
Mfr. Part No.:: 1896C SL001
Manufacturer:: Alpha Wire

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 3 Cores, 0.56mm² 20 AWG, Unscreened, 305 m, Slate

Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)*

R 13 987,91

(exc. VAT)

R 16 086,005

(inc. VAT)

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Units	Per unit	Per Reel*
305 +	R 45.862	R 13,987.91

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RS stock no.:: 187-1938
Distrelec Article No.:: 300-99-357
Mfr. Part No.:: 1896C SL001
Manufacturer:: Alpha Wire

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Select all	Attribute	Value
	Brand	Alpha Wire
	Series	Alpha Essentials Communication & Control
	Product Type	Control Cable
	Number of Cores	3
	Conductor Material	Tin Copper Wire
	Jacket Material	Polyvinyl Chloride
	Jacket Colour	Slate
	Screened/Unscreened	Unscreened
	Cable Length	305m
	Outside Diameter	5.11mm
	Voltage	300V
	Minimum Operating Temperature	-20°C
	Maximum Operating Temperature	80°C
	Standards/Approvals	UL, CE, CSA
	Hazardous Area Certification	No
	Cable CSA	0.56mm²
	Fire Behaviour	FT4, VW-1
	American Wire Gauge	20AWG
	Core Strands	7

	Select all
	Brand Alpha Wire
	Series Alpha Essentials Communication & Control
	Product Type Control Cable
	Number of Cores 3
	Conductor Material Tin Copper Wire
	Jacket Material Polyvinyl Chloride
	Jacket Colour Slate
	Screened/Unscreened Unscreened
	Cable Length 305m
	Outside Diameter 5.11mm
	Voltage 300V
	Minimum Operating Temperature -20°C
	Maximum Operating Temperature 80°C
	Standards/Approvals UL, CE, CSA
	Hazardous Area Certification No
	Cable CSA 0.56mm²
	Fire Behaviour FT4, VW-1
	American Wire Gauge 20AWG
	Core Strands 7

Belden Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Series Control Cable, 305m Cable Length, 3 Cores - 1896C SL001

This control cable provides three unscreened conductors for signal and control wiring in industrial and automation systems. It is intended for fixed installations where a PVC-sheathed, flame-retardant cabling solution is required, supplied on a continuous reel for on-site dispensing.

Features & Benefits

• Tin-plated 7-strand conductors reduce oxidation and improve conductivity
• PVC insulation with a 300V rating supports moderate-voltage control circuits
• Flame performance meets FT4 and VW-1 standards for enhanced safety
• Operating range −20°C to 80°C accommodates varied indoor environments
• Slate PVC jacket offers abrasion resistance and clear circuit identification
• Available on a 305m reel for long continuous runs and reduced joints

Applications

• Suitable for PLC-to-I/O wiring in factory automation panels
• Ideal for control cabinets and machine-tool interconnections
• Used with sensors and actuators in assembly-line systems
• Can be used for signal distribution in HVAC control installations

What is the conductor construction and how does it affect flexibility?

Each conductor is tin-plated copper formed from seven strands, which increases cable flexibility compared with solid conductors and eases routing in confined runs.

How should bend radius be managed during installation?

Maintain a minimum bend radius of 10x the cable diameter to avoid conductor stress and preserve insulation integrity.

What marking and labelling appear on the sheath for identification?

The sheath is printed with manufacturer identification, part number, conductor count and gauge along with applicable temperature and type markings.

What packaging options are offered for site requirements?

The cable is supplied on continuous reels with common lengths including 305 m, 152m and shorter spool options to suit installation scope.