BS 5308 cables are designed to carry communication and control signals in a variety of installation types including those found in the petrochemical industry. The signals can be of analogue, data or voice type and from a variety of transducers such as pressure, proximity or microphone. Part 1 Type 1 cables are generally designed for indoor use and in environments where mechanical protection is not required.

Construct

Conductor : 0.5mm² – 0.75mm²: Class 5 flexible copper conductor 1mm² and above: Class 2 stranded copper conductor
Insulation: PE (Polyethylene)
Screen: Al/PET (Aluminium/Polyester Tape)
Drain Wire: Tinned copper
Sheath: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
Sheath Colour: Blue Black
Voltage Rating: Uo/U 300/500V
Temperature Rating : Fixed: -40°C to +80°C, Flexed: 0°C to +50°C