PVC Flat Festoon Cable, -40°C to 105°C, UL & CSA

Flat cable can stack efficiently and remain stable as it travels through a festoon system.

Flat festoon cable is particularly useful where several power or control cables must move together within limited space. Its flat profile makes it easier to stack multiple cables vertically, which can reduce the amount of space required by the cable package. The design also helps maintain cable stability during lateral movement, including outdoor applications where crosswinds may affect suspended cable systems.

The manufacturer recommends a bend radius of approximately three to five times the cable diameter.

Maintaining an appropriate bend radius helps reduce unnecessary stress on the conductors and cable construction during repeated movement. For this PVC flat festoon cable, the recommended bend radius is approximately three to five times the cable diameter. Equipment design, cable dimensions and the amount of travel should all be considered when configuring a festoon system.

It is rated down to -40°C, but severe flexing or impact below -10°C is not recommended.

This PVC festoon cable has an overall operating temperature range of -40°C to 105°C. However, the manufacturer specifically advises against using it for severe flexing or impact at temperatures below -10°C. For applications that require substantial cable movement in colder conditions, a neoprene festoon cable may be the more appropriate construction.

Flexible conductors help the cable withstand the repeated bending and movement produced by traveling equipment.

Festoon systems repeatedly move cable as cranes, hoists and other equipment travel along their operating path. Extra-flexible copper stranding helps distribute this mechanical movement through the conductor rather than concentrating stress in a small area. This can help reduce conductor fatigue and support longer flex life in applications involving frequent lateral travel. The cable on this page uses extra-flexible soft-drawn copper conductors.

Certain five-conductor black PVC configurations are commonly used for under-carpet power distribution and booth lighting.

In addition to industrial festoon systems, five-conductor black PVC flat cables are used in convention halls and exhibition centers where low-profile cable routing is needed for temporary electrical distribution and booth lighting. The flat construction allows the cable to fit more naturally beneath carpeted areas than many round cable designs. The specific installation must still comply with applicable electrical and venue requirements.