The Unsung Hero: How Instrumentation Cable Drive Efficient Process Monitoring
An instrumentation cable, also known as a control cable, is a critical component used to transmit low-level signals between instrumentation devices and control or monitoring equipment in various industries. Instrumentation cables have a finely stranded copper or aluminum conductor insulated for voltages of 600 volts or less. The conductor is surrounded by a protective outer jacket and shielding.
Types of Instrumentation Cable
There are different types of instrumentation cables used for distinct applications based on the environment and signals being transmitted.
- Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP): Commonly used to transmit low-voltage analog signals in less demanding environments. UTP cable has two insulated conductors twisted together without an overall shield.
- Shielded Twisted Pair (STP): Provides more protection against electromagnetic interference than UTP. STP Instrumentation Cable has two twisted conductors covered with an individual foil or braided shield, plus an overall shield.
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