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16AWG 3 Core
Zhong Hua Jiang
16AWG
5m-5000m
3
Tinned stranded copper
PVC(RoHS)
300V
80℃/176℉
13.7Ω/KM20℃
10MΩ/KM20℃
2000AC V/min
Zhong Hua Jiang 16AWG 3-conductor shielded drag chain cable is designed for moving cable carriers, CNC machines and industrial automation equipment. The cable combines three twisted tinned-stranded copper conductors, PVC insulation, a shielded construction and a flexible PVC jacket for machine wiring that requires repeated movement.
This 16/3 shielded chain cable has a listed 300V voltage rating, 80°C temperature rating and 8.3 ± 0.3mm outer diameter. It can be considered for compatible control, sensor, actuator and auxiliary-power circuits after the actual electrical load, cable-carrier movement and installation requirements are checked.
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The cable uses three twisted 16AWG insulated conductors with conductor identification as detailed on the approved drawing. Tinned stranded copper offers practical solder termination and protection against surface oxidation, while the surrounding shield helps manage interference around drives, switching devices and controllers.
The cable construction includes PVC insulation and outer jacket, together with cotton rope and cotton paper as internal separation or filling materials. Before approving a machine harness, confirm the complete cable drawing, shield construction, cable length, connection requirements and the operating environment.
For CNC equipment manufacturers, automation integrators and electrical distributors, this 16AWG three-core shielded chain cable provides a practical cable option when the equipment wiring diagram calls for three conductors. Specify the required three-wire circuit, voltage and current, along with movement and shielding needs.
The shielding can help limit electromagnetic interference in electrical systems that operate near VFDs, motor drives, power supplies or control panels. Correct shield termination, conductor routing and enclosure bonding are important; the shielding should never substitute for a separately required protective-earth connection.
Contact Zhong Hua Jiang to discuss cable length, purchasing volume, core identification, packing arrangements, machine type and any project-specific construction requirements. Final cable selection should be based on the approved technical data for the intended installation.
| Rated Voltage: | 300V | Number of Conductors: | 3 Twisted |
| Rated Temperature: | 80°C / 176°F | Size: | 16AWG |
| Conductor Resistance: | 13.7Ω/KM 20°C | Conductor Material: | Tinned Stranded Copper |
| Insulation Resistance: | 10MΩ/KM 20°C | Insulation Material: | PVC (RoHS) |
| Dielectric Test: | 2000AC V/min | Isolation Material: | Cotton Rope and Cotton Paper |
| Material: | PVC + Tinned Copper | Jacket Material: | PVC (RoHS) |
| Conductor Color: | Black, White, Yellow and Green | ||
| Jacket Dia(mm): | 8.3 ± 0.3 | ||
The listed three-core cable has conductor colors described as Black, White, Yellow and Green. Confirm whether Yellow/Green identifies one bi-color core on the approved cable drawing before making electrical connections. The technical specification lists an insulation resistance of 10 MΩ/km at 20°C and a dielectric test of “2000AC V/min”; confirm the test method, units and acceptance criteria using the current cable test document.
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| UL Documentation: Verify by Cable Model | 15 Million Flex Cycles — Test Conditions on Request | Shielded | Tinned Copper Core |
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| Oxidation Resistance | Low Eccentricity | High Conductivity | Insulation Resistant |
The drag-chain construction is intended for repeated bending in moving cable carriers. Product literature mentions 15 million flex cycles, but the applicable test conditions need to be checked for the exact ordered cable and its installation.
Confirm cable-carrier compatibility before installation, including minimum dynamic bend radius, travel stroke, speed, acceleration, available chain space, strain relief and operating temperature.
A flexible conductor alone does not determine service life. The cable construction, carrier layout, bending stress and installation practices all affect reliability over time. Request the relevant flex-life test documentation when the machine specification sets a minimum cycle requirement.
| Advantage of Tinned Copper | |||
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| Tinned Copper | Pure Copper | CCA Copper Clad Aluminum | |
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| Copper Conductor Performance | | | |
| Anti-oxidation | | | |
| Anti-corrosion | | | |
| Application-Dependent Durability | | | |
Tinned copper facilitates soldering and helps reduce oxidation of exposed strands.
Long-term electrical and mechanical performance depends on conductor construction and operating conditions.
Select the cable using measured resistance, conductor size and the required termination method.
The cable shield helps manage electromagnetic interference that could otherwise affect sensitive control or signal circuits.
For CNC and automation wiring, follow the equipment manufacturer’s EMC instructions on shield termination, grounding and cable separation.
A shield is an interference-control component, not a protective-earth conductor. Provide the required protective bonding separately.
The product description mentions a 15-million-cycle figure. Actual operating life cannot be established from a headline cycle count alone; request the cable-specific test procedure, bend radius, travel stroke, speed, acceleration and environmental conditions.
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Designed for shielded three-conductor connections in equipment that uses moving cable carriers.
Potential applications include CNC control wiring, automation systems, sensors, actuators and moving-machine auxiliary circuits, subject to electrical and mechanical compatibility.
The three insulated conductors can serve compatible control, sensor, low-voltage supply or return circuits in CNC routers, engraving equipment, robotic mechanisms and other automation machines. For VFD spindle motor power, evaluate the motor-output cable specification separately rather than assuming a three-core control cable is sufficient.
For machine wiring projects, provide the required core count, operating current, voltage, drag-chain bend radius, stroke length, travel speed, shielding termination, installation environment and expected order volume. Cable length, jacket and packaging options can then be discussed.
Choose a cable by conductor count, current, voltage, dynamic bend requirements, shielding construction and installation environment. For three-conductor circuits, 16/3 provides three insulated 16AWG cores. Choose a different conductor count when the wiring diagram requires fewer or more cores; do not use the shield as an extra circuit conductor.
16/3 and 16/2 both identify 16AWG conductors, but the first contains three insulated cores and the second contains two. An 18/3 cable also has three cores, but uses smaller-gauge 18AWG conductors. Larger AWG numbers indicate smaller conductors; confirm allowable current, resistance, voltage drop and cable dimensions for each selected product.
| Cable designation | Core count | Selection consideration |
| 16AWG × 3 | 3 cores | Three-conductor moving-machine circuits, subject to load and dynamic requirements |
| 16AWG × 2 | 2 cores | Two-conductor circuits where one less core is sufficient |
| 18AWG × 3 | 3 cores | Three-conductor circuits with lower required conductor cross-section |
Check the minimum dynamic bend radius, usable carrier channel dimensions, cable outer diameter of 8.3 ± 0.3mm, travel distance, cable movement speed, acceleration, twisting and strain relief. Follow the cable-carrier installation instructions and avoid routing that exceeds the selected cable’s movement limits.
Shield connection and grounding depend on the controller, VFD, motor and enclosure design. The shield must not replace protective earth. Do not select this three-core product as a spindle motor output cable solely on the basis of shielding or a 300V rating; confirm the required number of conductors, motor voltage and current, EMC rules and protective-earth arrangement.
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Explore Zhong Hua Jiang shielded chain cables and other shielded electrical wire constructions. Choose between dynamic-motion chain cables and fixed-installation shielded cables based on the specific circuit and cable-carrier requirements.
Huajiang was founded in 2000, beginning with CNC engraving spindle motors and later developing VFDs, CNC machines, accessories and electrical cables. The Zhong Hua Jiang brand was introduced in 2018 for international customers.
The company describes more than 20 years of manufacturing experience in CNC products and holds design patent No. 200730184245.5 for an air-cooled spindle-motor series. This company background is separate from model-specific electrical cable approvals.
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| Quality Assurance Superior quality performance Strict quality control | Patents and Certifications Several patents for air-cooled spindle motors | Additional Brand Value Brand value highly recognized by the market |
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| Reasonable Price Direct factory sales High cost performance | Full Time Service Professional technical support Quick customer service | Fast and Reliable Delivery Fast and efficient delivery Real-time tracking and updates |
CNC router machines such as 3018, 3020, 3040 and 6090 are included in the company’s product range for engraving, cutting and related machining applications.
Air-cooled and water-cooled CNC spindle motors are offered for different machine power, speed, cooling and integration requirements.
The CNC accessory range includes limit switches, Z probes, emergency-stop buttons and related components for machine setup and control.
The electrical wire range includes shielded drag-chain cables for moving applications and other shielded cables for suitable equipment wiring.
Stepper motors are available for controlled positioning in CNC machines and related automation applications.
For equipment manufacturers, machine integrators, importers and distributors, request a quotation for the precise 16AWG three-conductor configuration. Supply the cable length per cut or reel, total order quantity, machine model, operating current and voltage, core colors, drag-chain motion data, packaging and shipping destination.
Where your project requires traceability or compliance evidence, request the current cable specification sheet, product drawings, test reports and any recognition or compliance files that apply to the exact ordered part number.
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The documents shown above may cover different product families. Verify the listed cable’s markings and request model-specific compliance or UL recognition documents, where required for the destination market or equipment standard.
This 16AWG three-core shielded chain cable is intended for CNC machines, cable carriers, automation equipment, sensor or controller circuits and moving-machine wiring where three insulated conductors are required. Verify electrical and motion compatibility for the specific use.
A shielded cable can reduce interference coupling from motor drives, VFDs, power supplies and other nearby electrical equipment when the shield is properly terminated. Cable routing and the complete EMC installation still affect the result.
It is presented as a cable for moving drag-chain applications. The actual dynamic bend radius, installation method and maximum flex life must be checked against the ordered cable’s documentation and the cable-carrier operating conditions.
The published cable data specifies three twisted 16AWG tinned-copper conductors, 300V and 80°C (176°F) ratings, PVC insulation and jacket, and an 8.3 ± 0.3mm outer diameter. Confirm conductor colors using the approved wiring diagram.
Tinned stranded copper provides electrical conductivity, useful solderability and improved resistance to oxidation at exposed strand surfaces. The multi-strand construction also supports cable flexibility.
Cable length, core colors, packaging and application-specific construction requirements can be discussed. Provide an equipment drawing and the intended operating conditions to determine whether the requested configuration is available.
Specify the 16AWG × 3 conductor configuration, cable length, quantity, operating voltage and current, drag-chain bend radius and travel stroke, connector or termination, required documentation and delivery destination.
Huajiang was founded in 2000 as a CNC spindle motor manufacturer and later expanded to VFDs, CNC machines, accessories and electrical wiring products. The Zhong Hua Jiang brand was introduced in 2018 for international markets.
“16/3” indicates three insulated conductors, each with a nominal 16AWG size. This model specifies three twisted tinned-copper conductors with an overall shield. Confirm whether Yellow/Green is a single two-color insulated core on the product drawing.
The stated cable jacket diameter is 8.3 ± 0.3mm. Verify the cable-carrier compartment, connector or gland clamping range and strain-relief hardware against the actual cable diameter.
The stated rated voltage is 300V and rated temperature is 80°C (176°F). These ratings do not, on their own, establish allowable current or compatibility with a particular drive output.
The published conductor-resistance value is 13.7 Ω/km at 20°C. Evaluate the cable run length and design current for conductor losses and voltage drop, and obtain the current technical drawing for design approval.
Not necessarily. The original specification identifies three twisted conductors but does not state an individually shielded or impedance-controlled pair. For RS-485 or other differential data links, confirm pair construction, characteristic impedance, shield configuration and protocol requirements before ordering.
A numeric minimum bend radius is not included in the supplied product specification. Confirm the dynamic bend radius and installation conditions in the cable drawing or flex-test report before final cable-carrier selection.
No fixed service life can be guaranteed without the relevant test conditions. Promotional material mentions 15 million flex cycles; request the exact test report, bend radius, travel speed, stroke and end-of-life criteria for this cable.
That depends on the spindle and drive wiring requirements. Do not assume a 3-core shielded control cable can replace a specified multi-core VFD motor cable or a separate protective-earth conductor.
No. The shield is for electromagnetic interference management. Follow the equipment electrical design and use a separately specified protective-earth conductor wherever one is required.
Use the CNC controller, drive or machine manufacturer’s shield termination and EMC instructions. One-end versus both-end bonding depends on the equipment and system design; avoid a blanket rule.
The listed jacket material is PVC. Specific oil, UV, weather or chemical resistance performance is not stated. Confirm the exposure environment and request a suitably rated jacket if required.
The published specification gives the conductor colors as Black, White, Yellow and Green while identifying three cores. Confirm whether Yellow/Green means one bi-color conductor and check the official wiring diagram before connection.
The stated cable construction uses PVC insulation, a PVC outer jacket, cotton rope and cotton paper as internal separation or filling materials. Request a cross-sectional cable drawing to confirm the full construction.
Product material mentions UL and RoHS, but documentation for the exact ordered part is not included here. Request the applicable UL file or recognition record and current material compliance documents before placing a regulated order.
Custom length and packaging requirements can be discussed with Zhong Hua Jiang. State the cut length or reel length, quantity, intended application and delivery country so availability and quotation details can be confirmed.
Provide the 16AWG × 3 specification, requested quantity and lengths, application, electrical load, drag-chain stroke and bend radius, destination market, labeling requirements, and any documentation needed for purchasing approval.
