Industrial facilities are undergoing a transformation as complex cable networks give way to streamlined, efficient connection solutions. Northwire's Instrumentation Tray Cable (ITC) series stands at the forefront of this evolution, offering tailored cable systems designed to reduce installation costs while enhancing operational efficiency in industrial automation and material handling applications.
Adaptable Solutions for Diverse Industrial Needs
Unlike standardized offerings, Northwire's ITC cables feature application-specific designs that address unique operational requirements. From cost-sensitive general applications to demanding direct burial installations in harsh environments, the series provides versatile connectivity options suitable for factory automation equipment, material handling systems, sensor networks, process control systems, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Three Specialized Platforms
The ITC series comprises three distinct product platforms engineered for specific performance demands:
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ITC-GP General Purpose Cable:
Optimized for cost-sensitive applications without compromising essential performance characteristics.
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ITC-GP(ER) General Purpose/Exposed Run Cable:
An economical ER-rated solution for exposed indoor installations that reduces infrastructure costs.
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ITC-DB(ER) Direct Burial/Exposed Run Cable:
Engineered for outdoor and subterranean applications with enhanced crush resistance while maintaining exposed run capability.
Operational Advantages
The ITC series distinguishes itself through several critical benefits:
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Multifunctional Design:
Integrates signal transmission, control functions, instrumentation, and power delivery in unified cable solutions.
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Regulatory Compliance:
UL-certified with CE marking, meeting ANSI, NEC®, NFPA, and RoHS2 standards for safety and environmental responsibility.
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Economic Efficiency:
Eliminates conduit requirements while offering more compact and cost-effective alternatives to standard tray cables.
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Space Optimization:
Compact dimensions facilitate installation in space-constrained industrial environments.
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Environmental Resilience:
Designed for moisture resistance and suitability in Class I Division 2 hazardous areas.
Application-Specific Performance
Factory Automation
In automated production environments, ITC cables reliably interconnect sensors, actuators, and control systems. Their interference-resistant design ensures stable operation critical for precision manufacturing processes.
Material Handling Systems
Conveyors and automated storage/retrieval systems benefit from the cables' durability under continuous mechanical stress, maintaining signal integrity during repetitive movement cycles.
Process Instrumentation
The low-noise characteristics of ITC cables enhance measurement accuracy for sensors and transmitters in chemical processing and pharmaceutical applications, even in corrosive or high-temperature environments.
Motor Control Systems
When connecting VFDs to motors, the cables' electromagnetic interference mitigation preserves system stability while enabling energy-efficient speed control.
Demonstrated Operational Improvements
A manufacturing facility implementing ITC-GP(ER) cables reported 20% reduction in installation expenses and 15% productivity gains through simplified infrastructure and reliable performance. The conduit-free installation and space-efficient design allowed more optimized production line configurations.
Industrial operations seeking connectivity solutions that combine reliability, cost efficiency, and adaptability will find Northwire's ITC series delivers measurable improvements in both installation economics and long-term operational performance.
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