3M Pleated Foil Shielded Cable 90101 Series Owner's Manual and User Guide
Summary
This advanced shielded cable provides highly reliable signal transmission in demanding peripheral applications. Engineered for minimum crosstalk and supporting quadruple signal density, it utilizes a solid pleated copper foil shield for superior protection and flexibility. The manual details critical electrical specifications, physical dimensions, termination compatibility (IDC mass termination), and environmental ratings to guide professional selection and installation. Ideal for engineers and technicians who require high-performance, durable interconnect solutions meeting industry compliance standards.
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3M™ Pleated Foil Shielded Cable .025″ 30 AWG Solid, TPE Primary, PVC Jacket 90101 Series
Compatible with IDC mass termination connectors Functions with applications requiring standard impedance of 100 Ω balanced (differential) Extremely low crosstalk, used in the all-signal mode to quadruple signal density as compared to standard .050 inch flat ribbon cable Solid pleated copper foil provides flexibility and 35 db average shielding effectiveness CL2 rated, rugged design and high reliability for peripheral applications Ro HS* Compliant
Date Modified: January 19, 2005 TS-0285-19 Sheet 1 of 2
Physical
Jacket Material: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Color: Gray
Primary Material: Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) Marking: Standard:: (UL) CL2 75C 30 AWG 3M NU
AWM II A/B 80C 150V FT1 EU <50V
Conductors: 30 AWG [ 0.254 ] Tinned Stranded Copper Shielding: Solid, Pleated, Copper Foil
Electrical
Voltage Rating: USA: N.E.C. 725, CL2 Canada: 150V EU: <50V Insulation Resistance: (Primary Cable)> 1 × 1010 Ω/10 ft. [ 3m ]
Unbalanced Balanced
Characteristic Impedance: 53 Ω 104 Ω
Capacitance: 28.4 p F/ft (93.2 p F/m) 14.5 p F/ft (47.6 p F/m) Inductance: .08 µH/ft (0.26 µH/m) .16 µΗ/ft (0.52µΗ/m) Propagation Delay: 1.52 ns/ft (4.99 ns/m) 1.51 ns/ft (4.95 ns/m)
Velocity of Propagation: 67% 67%
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: CL2: 75°C Canada: 80°C Flammability Rating: USA: N.E.C. 725, CL2 Canada: FT1
Ro HS = Directive 2002/95/EC, Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
UL File No.: E118773, Power Limited Circuit Cable: CL2
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Manual Details
| Brand | 3M |
|---|---|
| Pages | 3 |
| File Size | 452.78 KB |
| Published | May 12, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard characteristic impedance of this cable?
The manual specifies a balanced (differential) characteristic impedance of 104 Ω.
How effective is the solid pleated foil shielding?
It provides 35 db average shielding effectiveness and helps reduce crosstalk.
What temperature rating can this product withstand?
Its environmental temperature rating is CL2, which supports up to 75°C (or 80°C in Canada).
Is this cable compatible with various termination types?
Yes, it is compatible with IDC mass termination connectors.