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In-Situ Rugged Twist-Lock Cable

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    RuggedCable Specifications

    RuggedCable Selection Guide


Order Customization

 

Chose the ideal cable type, reel type, and communication option to suit your needs: To select cable length, use the quantity field in shopping cart. Each unit corressponds to one foot of cable. See table below for technical specifications.

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RuggedCable

 

Overview

 

RuggedCable provides real-time data communication for In-Situ instruments. RuggedCable is manufactured to endure harsh environments and provide reliable communication for years. Every cable includes patented twist-lock connectors and Kellems grip.

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RuggedCable Features

 

  • Vented (gauged) or non-vented (absolute) cables
  • Kevlar wrapped with thermoplastic polyurethane or Tefzel cable jacket
  • Customized lengths up to 1,219 m (4,000 ft)
  • Twist-lock termination on one or both cable ends
  • Stripped-and-tinned termination for connection to telemetry systems, controllers, or third-party data collection platforms
  • Desiccant for vented systems
  • Plastic or steel reels (required for cables greater than 100 feet)

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Benefits of the RuggedCable

 

  • Protect your investment – Durable, long-lasting cables designed for the field.
  • Supports specialized applications — Highest accuracy, precision, and reliability.
  • Save money – Custom lengths and cable extenders reduce equipment costs.
  • Quick connect – Twist-lock connectors provide easy attachment and detachment.

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RuggedCable Specifications

 

Specifications  RuggedCable Systems
Operating temp. range -25° to 80° C (-13° to 176° F)
Jacket options •TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) 
•Tefzel® (ETFE fluoropolymer; generic equivalent to Teflon®)
Vent options •Non-vented (absolute) 
•Vented (gauged) with desiccant (used to mitigate moisture/humidity
Conductors 6 conductors, 24 AWG, polypropylene insulation
Cable diameter TPU: 6.7 mm (0.265 in) • Tefzel: 6.35 mm (0.25 in)
Connector diameter 18. 5 mm (0.73 in)
Weight •Non-vented, TPU: 16 kg/300 m (35.6 lbs/1,000 ft) 
•Non-vented, Tefzel: 14 kg/300 m (32 lbs/1,000 ft) 
•Vented, TPU: 14 kg/300 m (32 lbs/1,000 ft) 
•Vented, Tefzel: 14 kg/300 m (32 lbs/1,000 ft)
Minimum bend radius 2X cable diameter (13.5 mm; 0.54 in)
Break strength 127 kg (280 lbs)
Maximum cable length 1,219 m (4,000 ft) for RS485
Desiccant pack (required for vented systems) Large and extra large desiccant packs available with titanium, ABS, or stripped-and-tinned termination.
Warranty 2 years

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RuggedCable Selection Guide

 

Application Jacket Type Cable Type
Aquifer characterization TPU or Tefzel Vented
Crest stage gaging TPU Non-vented
Dewatering TPU Vented or non-vented
Flood and storm surge monitoring TPU Non-vented
Landfill monitoring Tefzel Non-vented
Municipal and industrial monitoring (SCADA) TPU Non-vented
Remediation projects Tefzel Vented
River, lake, and reservoir monitoring TPU Vented or non-vented
Saltwater/brackish water TPU or Tefzel Vented or non-vented
Stormwater monitoring TPU Vented or non-vented
Tide/harbor monitoring TPU or Tefzel Vented
Wetland and estuary monitoring TPU or Tefze Vented or non-vented

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