TE.CO TFX 4G 1.5 Grey Industrial Power Cable

The TE.CO grey cable, model TFX 4G 1.5, is a high-quality industrial power and control cable. The designation "4G 1.5" indicates a cable with four (4) copper conductors, each with a cross-sectional area of 1.5 mm². This cable is widely used in automation systems for wiring the 230/400 V AC power supply to PLCs, motor starters, sensors, and other field devices.

Key Specifications

• Model: TFX 4G 1.5

• Number of Cores: 4 (Phase L1, L2, L3 + Neutral/PE)

• Conductor Cross-Section: 1.5 mm² (copper, class 5/6 fine strand)

• Cable Length: 470 m drum

• Outer Sheath Color: Grey (standard industrial non-color-coded)

• Core Identification: Numbers or colors according to standards

• Screening: Unshielded / Unscreened (no braid or foil)

• Insulation Material: PVC

• Outer Sheath Material: PVC

• Nominal Voltage: 300/500 V

Applications in Automation Panels

In a typical industrial electrical cabinet, the TFX 4G 1.5 is used to distribute 3-phase AC power to components that do not require shielded cables for signal integrity, such as distribution terminals, PLC power supply modules, small contactors, and cooling fans. The 1.5 mm² cross-section is rated to carry up to approximately 15-20 A, which corresponds to a power of around 3 kW per phase, making it ideal for feeding small to medium loads.

Drum Packaging (470m)

The cable is supplied on a long drum, pre-cut to 470 meters, which is well-suited for large machinery builders who need to pull long lengths for a production line or for stocking a general workshop. Unshielded cable is cost-effective and easier to handle (strip, bend, and terminate) than its shielded counterpart, ideal for high-volume repetitive wiring in OEM machine construction.

Installation and Handling

The PVC outer jacket is both oil-resistant and flame-retardant, ensuring longevity even when routed through cable trays containing hydraulic fluid or cutting oil residue. The 1.5 mm² conductor has a current-carrying capacity that matches the standard PLC power supply input (e.g., Siemens S7-1200/1500 PM/PS units), for which this cable is often the primary feed wire.

Conclusion

The TE.CO TFX 4G 1.5 grey cable is a robust, reliable, and cost-effective bulk wiring solution. It is perfectly suited for AC power distribution for industrial controls and is a standard item on many electrical bills of materials.