JIS C 3406
AV cables as per JIS C 3406
Definition
Wires used in low voltage circuits in such as starting, charging, lighting signal and instrument panel circuits. Based on standard: JIS C 3406
Construction / Materials
Conductor
Soft-annealed as per ASTM B3.
Insulation
PVC properties based on AV as per JIS C 3406.
Special Properties
Heat resistance
120oC for 120 hours.
Low temperature characteristic
-40oC for 3 hours.
Non-flammability
Flame extinguishes within 15 seconds.
Tensile Strength
16.14 Mpa & 150%
Abrasion Resistance
Passes as per table 7 of JIS C 3406.
Oil Resistance
Withstands 1kV for 1 minute after 50oC for 20 hours in oil.
Performance highlights
Passes all requirements of JIS C 3406.
Very good abrasion resistance
Compatible with complete range of automotive fluids
Compatible with hi-tech harness equipment such as high speed cutting stripping machines and ultrasonic welding.
Specifications
| Size | Construction | Insulation thickness | Outer diameter of cable | Conductor resistance at 20oC | Outer diameter of copper wire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| max. | max. | ||||
| mm2 | Strands/Diameter | mm | mm | mΩ/m | mm |
| 0.5 f | 20/0.18 | 0.6 | 2.4 | 36.7 | 1 |
| 0.5 | 7/0.32 | 0.6 | 2.4 | 32.7 | 1 |
| 0.75 f | 30/0.18 | 0.6 | 2.6 | 24.4 | 1.2 |
| 0.85 | 11/0.32 | 0.6 | 2.6 | 20.8 | 1.2 |
| 1.25 f | 50/0.18 | 0.6 | 2.9 | 14.7 | 1.5 |
| 1.25 | 16/0.32 | 0.6 | 2.9 | 14.3 | 1.5 |
| 2 | 26/0.32 | 0.6 | 3.4 | 8.81 | 1.9 |
| 3 | 41/0.32 | 0.7 | 4.1 | 5.59 | 2.4 |
| 5 | 65/0.32 | 0.8 | 4.9 | 3.52 | 3 |
| 8 | 50/0.45 | 0.9 | 5.8 | 2.32 | 3.7 |
| 15 | 84/0.45 | 1.1 | 7.4 | 1.38 | 4.8 |
| 20 | 247/.32 | 1.1 | 8.8 | 0.887 | 6 |
