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FLEXTEL 140 H05VV5-F

Flexible oil resistant control cable for signalling and control systems. Suitable for robotics and mobile services.

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Construction

Conductor: Bare copper, class 5 flexible (to IEC 60228)

Insulation: Oil resistant PVC compound (type TI2)

Core Identification:

  • 2 Core: Brown, Blue
  • 3 Core + Earth: Brown, Black, Grey + Green/Yellow
  • 4 Core + Earth: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue + Green/Yellow
  • 5 Core + Earth: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue, White + Green/Yellow
  • 7 Core + Earth: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue, White, Red, Orange + Green/Yellow
  • 12 Core + Earth: Numbered cores
  • 18 Core + Earth: Numbered cores

Assembly: Cores laid up in layers

Fillers: Non-hygroscopic material (where required)

Inner Sheath: PVC compound (where applicable for larger cores)

Outer Sheath: Grey oil-resistant PVC compound (type TM2)

Standards: IEC 60227, VDE 0281, HD 21.5


Applications

Primary Applications:

  • Industrial control systems
  • Robotics and automated machinery
  • Machine tools and manufacturing equipment
  • Conveyor systems
  • Material handling equipment
  • Mobile equipment and machinery

Control & Signaling:

  • Control circuits up to 300/500V
  • Signal and data transmission
  • Sensor connections
  • Actuator wiring
  • PLC and controller connections

Industrial Environments:

  • Manufacturing plants
  • Engineering workshops
  • Automotive production facilities
  • Food processing (non-contact areas)
  • Packaging machinery
  • Assembly lines

Mobile Services:

  • Mobile cranes and lifting equipment
  • Agricultural machinery
  • Construction equipment
  • Mining support equipment

Suitable For:

  • Areas with oil exposure
  • Frequent flexing applications
  • Indoor industrial installations
  • Protected outdoor installations
  • Temperature-controlled environments

Not Suitable For:

  • Direct burial
  • Continuous immersion in liquids
  • UV exposure without protection
  • High-temperature applications (>70°C)
  • Power distribution (use appropriate power cable)


Packaging

Standard Packaging:

  • Plastic reels for standard quantities (100M, 500M)
  • Cardboard drums for smaller quantities (50M, 100M)
  • Cut lengths available (minimum 10M)

Reel/Drum Sizes:

  • 500M: Large plastic reel
  • 100M: Medium plastic reel or cardboard drum
  • 50M: Small cardboard drum
  • Cut lengths: Coiled and wrapped

Labeling:

  • Each reel/drum labeled with:
    • Product code (FL140XX/X.X)
    • Cable type: H05VV5-F
    • Conductor size and configuration
    • Length
    • Manufacturing date
    • Batch number
    • Voltage rating: 300/500V
    • Standards: IEC 60227

Storage Recommendations:

  • Store indoors in dry conditions
  • Temperature: -5°C to +40°C
  • Relative humidity: <70%
  • Protect from direct sunlight
  • Keep away from oils and solvents until use
  • Store reels on edge or on reel racks

Handling:

  • Small reels: Manual handling
  • Large reels: Use appropriate lifting equipment
  • Do not drop or impact reels
  • Unwind cable smoothly to avoid kinking

Shelf Life:

  • Minimum 5 years when stored correctly
  • Check outer sheath condition if stored longer


Downloads

TROPAC AU Power Flex Cables Catalogue 2024 Digital v1.0.0 (application/pdf) size: 2,108.93 KB

Properties

Voltage Rating: 300/500V

Temperature Range:

  • Installation: -5°C minimum
  • Operation: -5°C to +70°C
  • Maximum conductor temperature: 70°C

Minimum Bending Radius:

  • Fixed installation: 4 × overall cable diameter
  • During installation: 5 × overall cable diameter

Fire Performance:

  • Flame retardant to IEC 60332-1-2
  • Self-extinguishing

Electrical Properties:

  • Rated voltage: 300/500V
  • Test voltage: 2.5kV AC for 5 minutes
  • Insulation resistance: >5 MΩ·km at 20°C
  • Maximum conductor resistance: As per IEC 60228

Mechanical Properties:

  • Excellent flexibility
  • Oil resistant outer sheath
  • Good abrasion resistance
  • Suitable for frequent flexing in robotics

Chemical Resistance:

  • Excellent resistance to mineral oils
  • Resistant to greases and hydraulic fluids
  • Good resistance to dilute acids and alkalis
  • Resistant to cutting oils and coolants

Environmental:

  • RoHS compliant
  • Indoor and outdoor use (not direct burial)


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