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3M™ Round, Shielded/Jacketed, Flat Cable
.050" 28 AWG Stranded, Mass Terminatable, PVC/PVC 3659 Series
• Round construction permits easier routing
• 28 AWG wire on .050 inch pitch permits mass
termination to broad line of IDC connectors
• Continuous split/bond repeat allows for mass
termination on 2.4 inch centers (approximate)
• Primary cable is zippable for branching or discrete
terminations
• Meets external wiring requirements of National
Electrical Code, Article 725 (CL2)
• UL listed for USA and Canadian markets
• Dual shielding provides 35 db average shielding
effectiveness
• See Regulatory Information Appendix (RIA) for
chemical compliance information
(RIA E1 & C1 apply)
Date Modied: May 11, 2009 TS-0083-B
Sheet 1 of 2
Physical
Jacket Material: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Color: Black
Primary Material: PVC
Color: Gray
Marking Standard: (UL) CL2 75C 28 AWG or AWM 20267 3M NU
C AWM IIA/B 80C 300V FT1 EU <50V
Conductors: 28 AWG, 7 × 36 AWG [ 7 × Ø 0.127 ] Tinned Stranded Copper
Shielding: 0.001 [ 0.03 ] Thick Aluminum/Polyester Film Foil and
90% Coverage Tinned Copper Braid
Electrical
Voltage Rating: USA: N.E.C. 725, CL2 or AWM; 300V Canada: 300V EU: <50V
Insulation Resistance: > 1 × 1010 Ω/10 ft. [ 3m ]
Characteristic Impedance: Unbalanced Balanced
62 Ω 106 Ω
Capacitance: 27.7 pF/ft [ 90.88 pF/m ] 15.2 pF/ft [ 49.9 pF/m ]
Inductance: 0.11 μΗ/ft [ 0.35 μH/m ] 0.17 μΗ/ft [ 0.57 μd/m ]
Propagation Delay: 1.72 ns/ft [ 5.64 ns/m ] 1.62 ns/ft [ 5.31 ns/m ]
Velocity of Propagation: 59% 62%
Note: Unbalanced is measured between ground-signal-ground conductors with shield grounded. Balanced is measured between signal conductors within a pair, with the shield floating.
Environmental
Temperature Rating: USA: -20° C to +105° C Canada: -20° C to +80° C
Flammability Rating: USA: VW-1 Canada: FT1
UL File No.: E118773, Power Limited Circuit Cable: CL2 (or AWM Style 20267)
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Interconnect Solutions
http://www.3M.com/interconnects/
3M is a trademark of 3M Company.
For technical, sales or ordering information call
800-225-5373
3M™ Round, Shielded/Jacketed, Flat Cable
.050" 28 AWG Stranded, Mass Terminatable, PVC/PVC 3659 Series
TS-0083-B
Sheet 2 of 2
Ordering Information
3659 / XX XX XX
Note: Available in standard lengths of 100 ft or 300 ft rolls,
please specify when ordering. Contact 3M for availability of
additional conductor counts and/or custom roll lengths.
Notes:
1. Red marking on one edge of primary cable designates wire #1.
2. Dimension B pertains to bonded area only.
Number of
Conductors 3M Part Number Dimension A Dimension B Ref
(See Note 2)
09 3659/09 0.27 [ 6.9 ] 0.40 [ 10.2 ]
10 3659/10 0.27 [ 6.9 ] 0.45 [ 11.4 ]
14 3659/14 0.31 [ 7.9 ] 0.65 [ 16.5 ]
15 3659/15 0.31 [ 7.9 ] 0.70 [ 17.8 ]
16 3659/16 0.31 [ 7.9 ] 0.75 [ 19.1 ]
20 3659/20 0.34 [ 8.6 ] 0.95 [ 24.1 ]
24 3659/24 0.37 [ 9.4 ] 1.15 [ 29.2 ]
25 3659/25 0.37 [ 9.4 ] 1.20 [ 30.5 ]
26 3659/26 0.37 [ 9.4 ] 1.25 [ 31.8 ]
34 3659/34 0.41 [ 10.4 ] 1.65 [ 41.9 ]
36 3659/36 0.43 [ 10.9 ] 1.75 [ 44.5 ]
37 3659/37 0.43 [ 10.9 ] 1.80 [ 45.7 ]
40 3659/40 0.43 [ 10.9 ] 1.95 [ 49.5 ]
50 3659/50 0.48 [ 12.2 ] 2.45 [ 62.2 ]
60 3659/60 0.51 [ 13.0 ] 2.95 [ 74.9 ]
64 3659/64 0.54 [ 13.7 ] 3.15 [ 80.0 ]
B
Bonded
Split
1.0 Ref.
[25]
Aluminum
Polyester
Film Foil
2.4 Ref
[61]
0.050 Typ
[ 1.27 ]
.026 Min [0.66]
PVC Jacket
28 AWG, 7 X 36 AWG [ 7 X Ø 0.127 ]
Tinned Stranded Copper Conductors
PVC Primary Insulation
Paper
[ Mfgr Option ] Braid
R
Ø
A
Number of Conductors
(See Table)
Blank = Standard
SO = Continuously Bonded Wire
(No Split)
Blank = Standard
SF = Splice Free
Contact 3M for availability of additional conductor counts.
Inch
[mm]
Tolerance Unless Noted
.0 .00 .000
Inch ±.1 ±.05 ±.010
[ ] Dimensions for Reference Only
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Regulatory Information Appendix
3M Electronic Solutions Division/Interconnect
EUROPE
Appendix E1: European Union RoHS
Directive 2002/95/EC, Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical & Electronic Equipment, as
amended by EU Commission Decision 2005/618/EC.
This product is RoHS Compliant 2005/95/EC.
“RoHS Compliant 2005/95/EC” means that the product or part (“Product”) does not contain any of the substances in excess of
the maximum concentration values in EU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unless
the substance is in an application that is exempt under EU RoHS. Unless otherwise stated by 3M in writing, this information
represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and
Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the Warranty stated below.
Appendix E2: European Union RoHS
Directive 2002/95/EC, Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical & Electronic Equipment, as
amended by EU Commission Decision 2005/618/EC.
This product contains lead in the compliant pin area in excess of the maximum concentration value allowed but is
compliant by exemption under EU Commission Decision 2005/747/EC.
“RoHS Compliant 2005/95/EC” means that the product or part (“Product”) does not contain any of the substances in excess of
the maximum concentration values in EU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unless
the substance is in an application that is exempt under EU RoHS. Unless otherwise stated by 3M in writing, this information
represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and
Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the Warranty stated below.
Appendix E3: European Union RoHS
Directive 2002/95/EC, Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical & Electronic Equipment as
amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC.
This product contains lead in the solder tail area in excess of the maximum concentration value allowed.
Unless otherwise stated by 3M in writing, this information represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information
provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and
Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the Warranty stated below.
Appendix E4: European Union RoHS
Directive 2002/95/EC, Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical & Electronic Equipment, as
amended by EU Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, as amended by EU Commission Decision 2005/717/EC, as amended by
EU Court of Justice Decision 2008/C 116/04
This product contains decaBDE in the insulating material in excess of the maximum concentration allowed for finished
products subject to EU RoHS that are placed on the EU market after June 30, 2008.
Unless otherwise stated by 3M in writing, this information represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information
provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and
Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the Warranty stated below.
RIA-2217B-E
Appendix E5: European Union RoHS
Directive 2002/95/EC, Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment, as
amended by EU Commission Decision 2005/618/EC.
This product contains lead in excess of the maximum concentration value allowed but is compliant by exemption under
Item 6 of the Annex to the Directive.
“RoHS Compliant 2005/95/EC” means that the product or part (“Product”) does not contain any of the substances in excess of
the maximum concentration values in EU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unless
the substance is in an application that is exempt under EU RoHS. Unless otherwise stated by 3M in writing, this information
represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and
Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the Warranty stated below.
CHINA
Appendix C1: China RoHS
Electronic Industry Standard of the People’s Republic of China, SJ/T11363-2006, Requirements for Concentration Limits for
Certain Hazardous Substances in Electronic Information Products.
This symbol, per Marking for the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products, SJ/T11364-2006, means that the
product or part does not contain any of the following substances in excess of the following maximum concentration values in any
homogeneous material: (a) 0.1% (by weight) for lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated
diphenyl ethers (excluding decaBDE); or (b) 0.01% (by weight) for cadmium. Unless otherwise stated by 3M in writing, this
information represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and
Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the Warranty stated below.
Appendix C2: China RoHS
Electronic Industry Standard of the People’s Republic of China, SJ/T11363-2006, Requirements for Concentration Limits for
Certain Hazardous Substances in Electronic Information Products.
This symbol, per Marking for the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products, SJ/T11364-2006, means that
the product or part does contain a substance, as detailed in the chart below, in excess of the following maximum concentration
values in any homogeneous material: (a) 0.1% (by weight) for lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or
polybrominated diphenyl ethers (excluding decaBDE); or (b) 0.01% (by weight) for cadmium. Unless otherwise stated by 3M in
writing, this information represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
The numerical reference in the symbol above should not be construed as a representation regarding the product’s life or an
extension of a product warranty. The product warranty is stated below. In the event any product is proven not to conform with
3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the
product Warranty stated below.
RIA-2217B-E
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is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated
with such use. Any statements related to the product which are not contained in 3M’s current publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order
shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of 3M.
Warranty; Limited Remedy; Limited Liability.
This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture for a period of one (1) year from the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If this product is defective within the
warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M’s option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except
where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from this 3M product, regardless of
the legal theory asserted.
Please recycle. Printed in USA.
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RIA-2217B-E
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Appendix C3: China RoHS
Electronic Industry Standard of the People’s Republic of China, SJ/T11363-2006, Requirements for Concentration Limits for
Certain Hazardous Substances in Electronic Information Products.
This symbol, per Marking for the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products, SJ/T11364-2006, means that
the product or part does contain a substance, as detailed in the chart below, in excess of the following maximum concentration
values in any homogeneous material: (a) 0.1% (by weight) for lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or
polybrominated diphenyl ethers (excluding decaBDE); or (b) 0.01% (by weight) for cadmium. Unless otherwise stated by 3M in
writing, this information represents 3M’s best knowledge and belief based upon information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.
The numerical reference in the symbol above should not be construed as a representation regarding the product’s life or an
extension of a product warranty. The product warranty is stated below. In the event any product is proven not to conform with
3M’s Regulatory Information Appendix, then 3M’s entire liability and Buyer’s exclusive remedy will be in accordance with the
product Warranty stated below.