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What Are Instrumentation Cables? Design, Application & International Standards

2025/8/1 14:31:42

What Are Instrumentation Cables? Design, Application & International Standards

Instrumentation cables are low-voltage signal transmission cables used in measurement, control, and automation systems. Whether in petrochemical plants or offshore platforms, choosing the right instrumentation cable ensures precise, interference-free data communication.

🔧 Key Design Elements of Instrumentation Cable:

  • Core Structure: Available in 1-pair to 48-pair configurations.

  • Shielding: Individual and/or collective shielding (e.g., aluminum/mylar tape, copper wire braid) to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI).

  • Jacket & Insulation: PVC, XLPE, LSZH options depending on flame resistance, chemical resistance, and safety requirements.

🏭 Common Use Cases:

  • Refineries and oil & gas pipelines

  • Substations and power plants

  • Factory automation systems

  • Marine instrumentation systems

  • Water treatment facilities

📏 Key Standards:

  • EN 50288-7: European multi-pair instrumentation cable standard

  • BS 5308: UK standard for instrumentation cable

Instrumentation cables like RE-2X(St)Y are engineered for high reliability under electrical noise and mechanical stress. With BURY CABLES, customers get proven solutions aligned with international standards, ensuring seamless system performance across critical applications.