■RS485/RS232 Industrial Communication Cable Series
28AWG • 2–25 Pairs • Foil + Braid Shield • PVC Jacket • 120Ω
High-EMI Resistant Multi-Pair Data Cables for Industrial Automation & Serial Communication
Available Models:
73102 (2PR) · 73103 (3PR) · 73104 (4PR) · 73105 (5PR) · 73106 (8PR) · 73112 (12.5PR) · 73118 (18PR) · 73125 (25PR)
ZION COMMUNICATION’s RS485/RS232 Foil+Braid Shield Series is engineered for industrial-grade data transmission, offering excellent EMI/RFI protection, low signal loss, and high reliability in harsh electrical environments.
Using 28AWG stranded tinned copper conductors, Foam PE insulation, and double shielding (Aluminum Foil + Tinned Copper Braid), this series delivers 120Ω impedance, low capacitance, and stable differential signaling for RS485/RS422/RS232 communication systems.
■Key Features
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Double Shielded Structure:
Aluminum Foil (100% coverage) + Tinned Copper Braid → superior EMI resistance, ideal for heavy industrial sites.
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28AWG stranded tinned copper conductors ensure flexibility and strong signal integrity.
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Foam PE insulation provides low capacitance for long-distance, high-speed communication.
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120Ω characteristic impedance optimized for RS485/RS422/RS232 protocols.
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Excellent crosstalk suppression for multi-pair high-density installations.
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Durable PVC jacket, flame-retardant and suitable for indoor industrial environments.
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Wide model range: 2–25 pairs for flexible system design.
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Operating temperature: –20°C ~ +60°C.
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Ideal for environments with motors, VFDs, inverters, relays, and switching power supplies.
■Typical Applications
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RS485 / RS232 serial data transmission
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PLC & DCS communication networks
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Industrial automation and motion control
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Factory instrumentation and monitoring systems
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BMS / HVAC / Smart Building communication
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Access control, security, alarm systems
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Long-distance multi-pair control/monitoring cables
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EMI-sensitive or electrically noisy industrial environments
■Cable Construction
| Component |
Description |
| Conductor |
28AWG (7/0.127 mm) stranded tinned copper |
| Pair Structure |
Twisted pairs with color-coded insulation |
| Insulation |
Foam Polyethylene (FPE), low dielectric constant |
| Shield #1 |
Overall aluminum/polyester foil, 100% coverage |
| Shield #2 |
Tinned copper braid shield (typical 65–80% coverage) |
| Drain Wire |
28AWG stranded tinned copper |
| Jacket |
Flame-retardant PVC, round |
| Color |
Standard Gray (custom colors optional) |
| Ripcord |
Included for easy stripping |
■Electrical Characteristics (Typical)
| Property |
Value |
| Characteristic Impedance |
120 Ω |
| Conductor DC Resistance |
~73.5 Ω/1000 ft (241 Ω/km) @ 20°C |
| Capacitance (Cond–Cond) |
~12 pF/ft (40 pF/m)* |
| Capacitance (Cond–Shield) |
~20–25 pF/ft (65–82 pF/m)* |
| Velocity of Propagation |
~0.78 c |
| Voltage Rating |
150 V (CL2), 30 V (UL AWM 2919) |
| Max. Current |
0.9 A per conductor @ 30°C |
* Capacitance varies slightly depending on pair count.
■Mechanical & Environmental
| Property |
Typical Value |
| Operating Temperature |
–20°C to +60°C |
| Bend Radius (Installation) |
≥ 10 × cable O.D. |
| Bend Radius (Static) |
≥ 10 × cable O.D. |
| Environmental Suitability |
Indoor / Dry / Damp Locations |
| Application Routing |
Trays, conduits, raceways, control cabinets |
■Model Selection (2–25 Pairs Series)
All models use identical materials and electrical design; outer diameter increases with pair count.
| SKU |
Pairs |
Conductors |
Shielding |
Nominal O.D. |
Typical Use Case |
| 73102 |
2PR |
4 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
Short point-to-point RS485 links |
| 73103 |
3PR |
6 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
Multi-drop RS485 bus (3-channel) |
| 73104 |
4PR |
8 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
PLC small control systems |
| 73105 |
5PR |
10 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
Medium BMS/HVAC wiring |
| 73106 |
8PR |
16 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
High-density RS485/RS422 networks |
| 73112 |
12.5PR |
25 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
Industrial control cabinets |
| 73118 |
18PR |
36 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
Multi-signal instrumentation |
| 73125 |
25PR |
50 conductors |
Foil + Braid |
(from XLS) |
Large monitoring, I/O-intensive systems |
■Standards & Compliance
| Standard / Regulation |
Details |
| UL AWM Style |
2919 |
| CL2 Rating |
Class 2 Circuit Rated |
| RoHS |
RoHS 2 (2011/65/EU) Compliant |
| CE Marking |
Low Voltage Directive |
| Flame Performance |
UL VW-1 or equivalent |