Belden Inc. 2131A0061000 Multi-pair Shielded Cable 16 Awg

Product Description

The Belden Inc. 2131A0061000 is a multi-pair shielded instrumentation cable designed for industrial and commercial signal transmission applications. Built with 16 AWG conductors, cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation, and a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) outer jacket, this cable is engineered for environments that demand both electrical performance and mechanical durability. The XLPE insulation provides resistance to heat and chemical exposure, while the TPE jacket adds flexibility across a wide temperature range. Foil shielding on each pair reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, making it suitable for low-voltage control and instrumentation circuits. This cable ships in a 1,000-foot put-up per the supplier unit of measure.

This cable is used in industrial control panels, process instrumentation, and building automation systems where multiple shielded pairs are required to carry analog or digital signals over longer runs. It is appropriate for both new installations and retrofit projects in manufacturing facilities, commercial HVAC controls, and similar applications requiring reliable signal integrity. Licensed electricians and instrumentation technicians are the primary installers of this cable type.

Key Features

• 16 AWG conductors provide adequate current-carrying capacity for low-voltage instrumentation circuits
• XLPE insulation offers superior thermal and chemical resistance compared to standard PVC
• TPE outer jacket delivers flexibility and durability across a wide service temperature range
• Individual foil shields per pair minimize EMI interference and inter-pair crosstalk
• 12-pair configuration supports multi-channel signal runs in a single cable assembly

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style multi-pair shielded cable suitable for industrial instrumentation, low-voltage control wiring, and building automation signal circuits where 16 AWG XLPE-insulated, foil-shielded pairs with a TPE jacket are specified.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician or qualified instrumentation technician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC). De-energize all circuits before terminating or splicing. Maintain the cable's minimum bend radius during routing to preserve shield continuity and conductor integrity. Drain wires on individual pair shields should be properly terminated to ground at one end only to avoid ground loops in instrumentation circuits.