Actisense NMEA2000 Micro Bulk Cable Reel – 100M for Marine Network Installations

NMEA2000 Micro Bulk Cable Reel - 100M

Create or extend an NMEA 2000 backbone of flexible lengths to suit any installation.

The Actisense NMEA 2000 Bulk Lite cable is available in 100-meter reels and is ideal for use with the Actisense QNB-1 Quick Network Block or Field Fit Connectors (FFC).

NMEA 2000 cable includes five wires within a single waterproof cable: power and ground wires, two signal (data) wires, and a drain wire. The drain wire connects to the cable shield, which protects the signal, power, and ground wires from external Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) and helps reduce RFI emission from the cable.

NMEA 2000 Lite cable can be used to create a backbone up to 100 meters in length. If the backbone length required exceeds 100 meters, the center of the bus can be extended with an NMEA 2000 mini cable to keep the outer Lite sections to the 100-meter maximum.

The maximum permitted length of a drop cable (distance from the backbone) is 6 meters. It is important to limit each drop length to the minimum required, as the total of all drop lengths must not exceed 72 meters. To help with this limitation, Actisense has drop cable assemblies in varying lengths from 0.25 meters to 6 meters.

The Actisense range of NMEA 2000 connectors and cables has been designed using our specialist interconnect and NMEA knowledge.

Cable Specifications:

• Rated Voltage - 60VDC


• Rated Current - 3A


• Braid Material - 37 AWG tinned copper


• Braid Coverage - 65% minimum


• Jacket Material - 0.8mm Nom. PVC, black


• Jacket Outer Diameter - 6.85mm 0.254mm


• Overall DCR (braid + tape + drain) - 3.2 / 1000ft (10m/M)


• Reel Length - 100m


• Reel Weight - 7.7kg/16.9lbs

Power Pair Specifications:

• Conductor - 22 AWG (19-strand tinned copper)


• Insulation - 0.3 mm Nom. PVC


• Diameter - 1.43mm 0.05mm


• Colors - Red black


• Shield - AL Mylar tape over pair


• DC Resistance - 17.5 / 1000ft (57m/M)

Data Pair Specifications:

• Conductor - 24 AWG (19-strand tinned copper)


• Insulation - 0.65 mm Nom. foam PE


• Diameter - 2.0mm 0.05mm


• Colors - Blue white


• Shield - AL Mylar tape over pair


• Impedance - 120 10%


• DC Resistance - 28 / 1000 ft (92m/M)


• Attenuation @ 125 kHz - 0.29dB / 100ft


• Attenuation @ 500 kHz - 0.50dB / 100ft


• Attenuation @ 1 MHz - 0.70dB / 100ft

Drain Specifications:

• Conductor - 22 AWG (19-strand tinned copper)


• DC Resistance - 17.5 / 1000ft (57m/M)

Technical Specifications:

• Operating Temperature - -25C to +75C


• Storage Temperature - -40C to +85C

The Actisense NMEA2000 Micro Bulk Cable Reel provides a versatile and reliable solution for creating or extending NMEA 2000 backbone networks in marine environments. This 100-meter reel of flexible, waterproof cable is designed to meet the demands of navigation and communication systems, ensuring robust data and power transmission. The cable features five internal wires—power, ground, two signal conductors, and a drain wire—encased in a durable PVC jacket that offers excellent protection against external RFI and EMI interference. The shielded construction, utilizing aluminum Mylar tape, enhances signal integrity and reduces electromagnetic emissions, vital for maintaining clear data communication on complex networks.

Features:

• Length: 100 meters (328 feet) reel for extensive backbone deployment

• Waterproof cable construction suitable for marine environments

• Five internal wires: power, ground, two data, and drain wire for reliable connections

• Shielded design: aluminum Mylar tape over pairs to minimize RFI and EMI

• Rated Voltage: 60VDC with a maximum current of 3A for safe operation

• Conductor Material: 22 AWG (power) and 24 AWG (data) tinned copper for durability and conductivity

• Jacket Material: PVC with a diameter of approximately 0.27 inches (6.85mm) for flexibility and protection

• Designed for use with Actisense QNB-1 Quick Network Block and Field Fit Connectors (FFC)

• Maximum drop cable length: 6 meters, with total drop lengths not exceeding 72 meters for optimal performance

• Operating Temperature Range: -25°C to +75°C (-13°F to 167°F) for versatile installation options