Belden Equivalent OSC8 8 Core 24AWG Overall Foil Screen LSZH Grey Cable 100m (9538 Equivalent)
The Belden Equivalent OSC8 8 Core 24AWG Overall Foil Screen Cable is a high-quality multicore communication cable designed as a reliable alternative to Belden 9538. Featuring eight colour-coded 24AWG stranded tinned copper conductors and an overall foil screen, it provides dependable signal transmission while protecting against electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Designed for RS232 communication systems, this cable is ideal for instrumentation, industrial automation, control panels and building management applications. Manufactured with a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) insulation and sheath, it enhances fire safety by minimising smoke and eliminating halogen emissions, making it suitable for use in commercial buildings and public environments.
Key Features
- 100m reel of Belden 9538 equivalent cable
- 8 colour-coded 24AWG stranded tinned copper conductors
- Overall foil screen for excellent protection against EMI
- Suitable for RS232 communication systems
- 600V voltage rating
- 75Ω nominal impedance
- Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) insulation and outer sheath
- Grey outer jacket (RAL 7042)
- Nylon rip cord for quick and easy installation
- Designed for commercial, industrial and public building installations
Applications
- RS232 serial communication systems
- Industrial automation and process control
- Instrumentation and monitoring equipment
- Building management systems (BMS)
- Control panels and machinery wiring
- General low-voltage data communication applications
Technical Specifications
| Cable Construction | 8 Core |
|---|---|
| Conductor | 24AWG Stranded Tinned Copper (7 × 0.19mm) |
| Conductor Diameter | 0.19 ±0.008mm × 7 |
| Stranded Diameter | 0.58mm |
| Insulation | LSZH |
| Core Colours | Red, Black, White, Green, Blue, Brown, Orange and Yellow |
| Overall Screen | Foil Screen |
| Outer Sheath | Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) |
| Sheath Colour | Grey (RAL 7042) |
| Overall Diameter | 5.20 ±0.20mm |
| Jacket Thickness | 0.65mm |
| Rated Voltage | 600V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Nominal Impedance | 75Ω |
| Capacitance | 100pF/m (Core to Core) |
| Maximum DC Conductor Resistance (20°C) | <90Ω/km |
| Outer Conductor DC Resistance (20°C) | ≤59Ω/km |
| Insulation Resistance (20°C) | >200MΩ/km |
| CPR Classification | Dca-s2, a1, d2 |
| Rip Cord | Yes |
| Length | 100m |
Why Choose This Belden Equivalent Cable?
This Belden 9538 equivalent cable combines dependable RS232 communication performance with excellent EMI protection and LSZH fire-safe construction. Its durable design and high-quality materials make it an ideal choice for professional installers working on commercial, industrial and public building projects.
Data Sheet:
View the Belden Equivalent OSC8 8 Core 24AWG Cable Data Sheet