Belden 83953 16/1P KX Thermocouple Extension Cable Shielded CL3P/PLTC FEP/FEP 300V Yellow

This 16 AWG multi-conductor cable is a 300V PLTC/CL3P-rated solution designed for precise temperature measurement in high-heat industrial environments. As a Type KX thermocouple extension cable, it utilizes stranded chromel and alumel extension-grade conductors to extend signals from Type K thermocouples while maintaining thermal accuracy.

The conductors are protected by Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) insulation and an overall tri-laminate (aluminum-polyester-aluminum) shield, which provides enhanced reliability and flex life compared to standard shielding. It also includes a 22 AWG stranded (7x30) tinned copper drain wire for grounding. The exterior is protected by a chemical and sunlight-resistant yellow FEP jacket, making it suitable for plenum spaces and harsh environments.

Applications

83953 is designed for industrial control, raceways cable trays and ducts, digital control, instruments (4-20ma, 0-10v, ...), low voltage digital control (24v, …), encoders, control circuits, distributed control.

Construction

• 16 AWG stranded (7x24) chromel (positive) and alumel (negative) conductors
• 1 pair: yellow and red
• Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) insulation
• Overall tri-laminate (aluminum-polyester-aluminum) foil shield (100% coverage)
• 22 AWG stranded (7x30) tinned copper drain wire
• Yellow Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) outer jacket

Standards and Compliance

• Environmental Suitability: Indoor, Outdoor, Sunlight Resistance
• Flammability / Fire Resistance: NFPA 262, UL 910 (Plenum)
• NEC / UL Compliance: Article 725, CL3P, PLTC 
• European Directive Compliance: EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), REACH, EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE)
• APAC Compliance: China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011)
• Other Standard Compliance(s): ISA MC 96.1-1982 Type KX

Click here for the Belden 83953 Technical Data Sheet .