Drop Wire Cable CAT 3 CAT5 1Pair 24AWG 1.2MM Steelwire Messenger Telephone Cable
Product Description
Multipair telephone cable is a multi-conductor cable designed for telephone network infrastructure, carrying multiple voice circuits in a single sheath. These cables form the backbone of Public Switched Telephone Networks (PSTN) and private telephone systems,it's a mature technology, it remains critical infrastructure for voice communications, alarm systems, and as backup for digital services. Proper specification, installation, and maintenance ensure reliable service for decades.
Standard Constructions & Types
1. Cable Types by Application:
Type | Description | Common Applications |
|---|
Distribution Cable | Small pair counts (2-100 pairs) | Building risers, horizontal runs |
Feeder Cable | Medium pair counts (100-900 pairs) | Street to building, campus backbone |
Trunk/Exchange Cable | Large pair counts (1000+ pairs) | Central office to central office |
Buried Cable | Moisture-protected, armored | Direct burial, underground |
Aerial Cable | Self-supporting or messenger | Pole-to-pole installations |
Plenum Cable | Low-smoke, flame-retardant | Air handling spaces |
2. Standard Pair Configurations:
Pair Count | Typical Diameter | Weight (kg/km) | Common Use |
|---|
2-pair | 5.0-6.0mm | 40-50 | Residential drops |
4-pair | 6.0-7.0mm | 60-70 | Small business |
6-pair | 6.5-7.5mm | 70-85 | Multi-line residential |
12-pair | 8.0-9.0mm | 100-120 | Small office |
25-pair | 10.0-11.0mm | 160-200 | Standard backbone |
50-pair | 13.0-14.5mm | 280-330 | Medium office |
100-pair | 18.0-20.0mm | 500-600 | Building backbone |
200-pair | 25.0-28.0mm | 900-1100 | Large installations |
400-pair | 33.0-37.0mm | 1800-2200 | Campus backbone |
600-pair | 40.0-45.0mm | 2500-3000 | Exchange distribution |
900-pair | 50.0-55.0mm | 3500-4000 | Trunk lines |
1200-pair | 58.0-63.0mm | 4500-5000 | Major trunk lines |
1800-pair | 70.0-75.0mm | 6500-7500 | Central office |
2400-pair | 80.0-85.0mm | 8500-9500 | High-density routes |
3000-pair | 90.0-95.0mm | 10000-11000 | Maximum density |
Technical Specifications
1. Conductor Specifications
Material & Construction:
Parameter | Specification | Standard |
|---|
Conductor Material | Annealed copper, bare or tinned | ASTM B3, B33 |
Conductor Type | Solid (most common) | - |
Conductor Size | 24 AWG (0.51mm), 26 AWG (0.4mm), 22 AWG (0.64mm) | - |
DC Resistance @20°C | 24 AWG: ≤84.22 Ω/km
26 AWG: ≤133.9 Ω/km
22 AWG: ≤53.39 Ω/km | IEC 60228 |
Resistance Unbalance | ≤3% between conductors of a pair | IEC 60189-1 |
Elongation | ≥15% for copper | IEC 60228 |
Insulation:
Material | Thickness | Diameter | Application |
|---|
HDPE | 0.25mm | 1.0-1.2mm | Standard, low capacitance |
Solid PE | 0.30mm | 1.1-1.3mm | Moisture protection |
Foam PE | 0.40mm | 1.3-1.5mm | Lower weight, good dielectric |
PVC | 0.35mm | 1.2-1.4mm | General purpose, flame retardant |
PP | 0.25mm | 1.0-1.2mm | Low moisture absorption |
Insulation Colors: Standard color code using 10 basic colors
2. Pair Construction & Twisting
Pair Group | Twist Length | Purpose |
|---|
Pairs | 75-150mm | Reduce crosstalk within unit |
Units | 200-400mm | Reduce crosstalk between units |
Super Units | 400-800mm | Organization of large pair counts |
Cable Core | Layered or unitized | Overall cable structure |
Color Coding System (25-pair):
Basic Colors: White, Red, Black, Yellow, Violet
Secondary Colors: Blue, Orange, Green, Brown, Slate
Pair Identification:
- Pair 1: White/Blue
- Pair 2: White/Orange
- White/Green
- White/Brown
- White/Slate
- Red/Blue
...
- Violet/Slate
For larger cables:
- White/Blue binder
- hite/Orange binder
...
- Violet/Brown binder
3. Shielding & Protection
Shield Types:
Type | Construction | Effectiveness | Application |
|---|
None | UTP | N/A | Indoor, low-interference |
Overall Foil | Aluminum-polyester tape | 40-60 dB | General purpose |
Overall Braid | Tinned copper braid | 50-70 dB | High interference areas |
Foil + Braid | Tape + braid combination | 70-90 dB | Severe interference |
Armored | Corrugated steel tape | Physical protection | Direct burial, rodent areas |
Shield Specifications:
- Foil Thickness: 0.025-0.05mm aluminum + 0.025mm polyester
- Braid Coverage: 60-95% (typically 85% for telephone)
- Drain Wire: 24-26 AWG tinned copper
- Shield Resistance: ≤5 mΩ/m
4. Jacket & Sheath Specifications
Jacket Materials:
Material | Properties | Applications |
|---|
PVC | Flexible, flame retardant | Indoor general purpose |
PE | Moisture resistant, UV stable | Outdoor, aerial, buried |
LSZH | Low smoke, halogen free | Plenums, transit, public spaces |
CMP/OFNP | Plenum rated | Air handling spaces |
Neoprene | Oil resistant, flexible | Industrial areas |
Jacket Thickness:
Cable Diameter | Minimum Jacket Thickness |
|---|
≤10mm | 1.0mm |
10-20mm | 1.2mm |
20-30mm | 1.5mm |
30-40mm | 1.8mm |
>40mm | 2.0mm |
5. Electrical Characteristics
Primary Parameters:
Parameter | 24 AWG (0.51mm) | 26 AWG (0.4mm) | 22 AWG (0.64mm) | Test Method |
|---|
Loop Resistance | ≤172 Ω/km | ≤274 Ω/km | ≤108 Ω/km | DC @ 20°C |
Mutual Capacitance | 52±2 nF/km | 52±2 nF/km | 52±2 nF/km | 1 kHz |
Capacitance Unbalance | ≤500 pF/km | ≤500 pF/km | ≤500 pF/km | Pair-to-ground |
Insulation Resistance | ≥5000 MΩ·km | ≥5000 MΩ·km | ≥5000 MΩ·km | DC 500V |
Dielectric Strength | 3 kV AC, 1 min | 3 kV AC, 1 min | 3 kV AC, 1 min | Conductor-shield |
Transmission Parameters:
Frequency | Attenuation (dB/km) | Characteristic Impedance |
|---|
1 kHz | ≤1.0 | 600±120 Ω |
10 kHz | ≤3.0 | 600±120 Ω |
100 kHz | ≤10.0 | 600±120 Ω |
1 MHz | ≤30.0 | 100±15 Ω (for data) |
Crosstalk (Near-End):
Frequency | Minimum NEXT (dB) |
|---|
150 kHz | ≥70 |
772 kHz | ≥58 |
1 MHz | ≥56 |
6. Mechanical & Environmental Specifications
Physical Properties:
Property | Specification | Test Standard |
|---|
Tensile Strength | ≥300 N (conductor) | IEC 60228 |
Elongation at Break | ≥15% (conductor) | IEC 60228 |
Jacket Tensile | ≥10 MPa | IEC 60811 |
Jacket Elongation | ≥150% | IEC 60811 |
Crush Resistance | ≥1000 N/100mm | IEC 60229 |
Impact Resistance | 2 Nm @ -20°C | IEC 60068-2-75 |
Environmental Ratings:
Condition | Specification |
|---|
Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
Installation Temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
Storage Temperature | -50°C to +80°C |
Flame Rating | IEC 60332-1/3 |
Smoke Emission | IEC 61034-2 |
Acidity (pH) | ≥4.3 (LSZH) |
Conductivity | ≤10 μS/mm (LSZH) |
Water Resistance:
Type | Specification |
|---|
Standard | IP67 (optional) |
Flooded | Full water blocking |
Gel-filled | Complete moisture barrier |
Dry water-blocked | Powder or tape blocking |
Specific Product Variants
1. Outside Plant (OSP) Cable
Aerial Cable:
- Self-supporting: Figure-8 with messenger
- Messenger Size: 7# (3.5mm) or 9# (4.0mm) steel
- Span Length: 30-150 meters
- Ice Loading: 12mm radial ice @ 130 km/h wind
- UV Resistance: ≥20 years
Direct Burial Cable:
- Armor: Corrugated steel tape (0.15mm)
- Jacket: Black medium-density PE (MDPE)
- Water Blocking: Flooded or gel-filled
- Depth: 0.6-1.2 meters
- Rodent Protection: Steel tape or chemical treatment
Duct Cable:
- Diameter: Optimized for conduit fill
- Jacket: High-density PE (HDPE)
- Friction Coefficient: Low for easy pulling
- Maximum Pull Tension: 50N per pair
- Bend Radius: 20× cable diameter
2. Inside Plant (ISP) Cable
Riser Cable:
- Flame Rating: CMR (UL 1666)
- Smoke Index: ≤50
- Jacket: FR-PVC or LSZH
- Installation: Vertical shafts, floor-to-floor
Plenum Cable:
- Flame Rating: CMP (UL 910)
- Smoke Index: ≤20
- Toxicity: Low, halogen-free
- Jacket: FEP or low-smoke PVC
- Installation: Air handling spaces
Distribution Cable:
- Pairs: 2-100 pairs
- Jacket: Riser or plenum rated
- Color: Typically gray, beige, or white
- Application: Horizontal runs, workstation areas
3. Special Purpose Cables
Fire Alarm Cable:
- Rating: NPLF, FPL, or equivalent
- Jacket Color: Red (standard)
- Survivability: Circuit integrity during fire
- Installation: Dedicated pathways
Security Cable:
- Shielding: Foil + braid for EMI protection
- Pairs: 2-25 pairs
- Jacket: Often black for concealment
- Application: Intrusion, access control
Industrial Cable:
- Temperature: -40°C to +90°C
- Oil Resistance: Resistant to oils, chemicals
- Flexibility: High strand count
- Jacket: PUR (polyurethane) or CSPE
Package
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