FEICHUN CABLE · MULTI-APPROVED SCREENED CONTROL CABLE
MULTINORM-CY H05VVC4V5-K HAR/UL/CSA: one screened, oil-resistant control cable for Europe and North America
An engineering guide to the multi-approved control cable: HAR 300/500 V at 70 °C and UL/CSA 600 V at 90 °C, numbered black cores, a PVC inner sheath, a tinned copper braid of approx. 85 % coverage and a special oil-resistant grey PVC sheath for wet rooms and water-oil mixtures.
HAR · EN 50525-2-51UL Style 2517/2587CSA C22.2 No. 210.2300/500 V · 600 V70 °C · 90 °CVW-1 · FT1Cu braid ≈85 %UL 1581 T50.182 oilRoHS · CE
Engineer’s summary: MULTINORM-CY is the EMC-screened member of the multi-approved family: up to 2.5 mm² it carries HAR, UL and CSA; from 4 mm² it is the 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA version. Always apply the voltage and temperature rating of the code you design to.
1. Reading the designation
H05VVC4V5-K = harmonised 300/500 V, PVC insulation, PVC inner sheath, copper braid (C4), oil-resistant PVC sheath (V5), fine-wire conductor (K). MULTINORM-CY = HAR + UL + CSA (0.5–2.5 mm²). 2-NORM-CY (H)05VVC4V5-K = UL + CSA (4–120 mm²). ‘G’ = with GNYE; ‘x’ = without.
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Standard constructions, 3 G 0.5 to 4 G 120 mm² (AWG 21 to 4/0).
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Approvals: HAR, UL, CSA.
600 V
UL/CSA rating.
90 °C
UL/CSA temperature rating.
2. Construction
Figure 1: Construction of the 7 G version; callouts match the Pos. column of the materials table.
| Pos. | Element | Material / form | Engineering function |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conductor | Bare Cu, fine-wire, IEC 60228 cl. 5 | Flexibility; AWG equivalents given for each size |
| 2 | Core insulation | PVC, black | HAR 70 °C; UL/CSA 90 °C rating |
| 3 | Core marking | White numerals per DIN VDE 0293 | Clear identification in multicore circuits |
| 4 | Protective conductor | GNYE core (‘G’) | 2-core ‘x’ versions without |
| 5 | Inner sheath | PVC | Additional mechanical protection; keeps braid round |
| 6 | Overall screen | Tinned Cu braid, approx. 85 % optical coverage | EMC-compliant screening |
| 7 | Outer sheath | Special oil-resistant PVC, grey RAL 7001 | EN 50363-4-1 and UL 1581 T50.182; VW-1, CSA FT1 |
3. Technical data
| Parameter | Value | Engineering note |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor material | Bare copper strand | |
| Conductor class | IEC 60228 class 5 | |
| Core insulation | PVC | |
| Core identification | Acc. to DIN VDE 0293: black cores with white numerals; G = with GNYE | |
| Stranding | Cores stranded in layers | |
| Inner sheath | PVC | Additional mechanical protection |
| Overall screen | Tinned copper braid, optical coverage approx. 85 % | EMC-compliant |
| Outer sheath | PVC (special oil-resistant compound) | EN 50363-4-1 & UL 1581 T50.182 |
| Sheath colour | Grey, RAL 7001 | |
| Rated voltage | HAR: U0/U 300/500 V; UL/CSA: 600 V | UL/CSA 600 V allows parallel laying with other 600 V cables |
| Test voltage | 3 kV | |
| Conductor resistance | Acc. to IEC 60228 cl. 5 | |
| Insulation resistance | Min. 20 MΩ × km | |
| Current carrying capacity | Acc. to DIN VDE (technical guideline) | For NEC/NFPA 79 installations use the UL basis |
| Min. bending radius fixed | 6 × d | |
| Min. bending radius moved | 12.5 × d | |
| Operating temp. fixed | HAR: −40 °C / +70 °C; UL/CSA: −40 °C / +90 °C | Rating depends on the approval applied |
| Operating temp. moved | HAR: −5 °C / +70 °C; UL/CSA: −5 °C / +90 °C | |
| Conductor temperature | +70 °C operation; +150 °C short-circuit | IEC/HAR basis |
| Burning behaviour | Self-extinguishing and flame-retardant acc. to IEC 60332-1; VW-1; CSA FT1 | |
| Standard | EN 50525-2-51 / VDE 0285-525-2-51; UL Style 2517/2587; CSA C22.2 No. 210.2-M90 AWM I A/B II A/B | |
| Approvals | HAR: 300/500 V – 70 °C · UL/CSA: 600 V – 90 °C | Up to 2.5 mm²: MULTINORM-CY H05VVC4V5-K HAR/UL/CSA; from 4 mm²: 2-NORM-CY (H)05VVC4V5-K UL/CSA |
| Compliance | RoHS; 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive (CE); LABS-/silicone-free during production |
4. Dual ratings explained
| Design basis | Voltage | Temperature | Flame test | Size range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IEC / EN (HAR) | 300/500 V | 70 °C | IEC 60332-1 | 0.5–2.5 mm² |
| UL (AWM Style 2517/2587) | 600 V | 90 °C | VW-1 | 0.5–120 mm² |
| CSA (C22.2 No. 210.2 AWM) | 600 V | 90 °C | FT1 | 0.5–120 mm² |
EMC and termination
1. Bond the braid 360° with EMC glands at both ends; avoid pigtails.
2. Use UL-listed EMC glands for North American panels.
3. Segregate screened control cables from unscreened power cables.
5. Full dimension and weight tables
All 53 constructions are listed, grouped by cross-section with AWG equivalents. Bending radii are calculated from the nominal outer diameter (6 × d fixed, 12.5 × d moved).
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 G 0.5 (AWG 21) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003537 | 8.4 | 42.0 | 105.0 | 50 | 105 |
| 4 G 0.5 (AWG 21) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003538 | 9.0 | 51.0 | 123.0 | 54 | 112 |
| 5 G 0.5 (AWG 21) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000068 | 9.8 | 56.0 | 147.0 | 59 | 123 |
| 7 G 0.5 (AWG 21) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000049 | 11.3 | 75.0 | 195.0 | 68 | 141 |
| 12 G 0.5 (AWG 21) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003539 | 13.6 | 124.0 | 276.0 | 82 | 170 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1001606 | 8.3 | 41.0 | 112.0 | 50 | 104 |
| 3 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000039 | 8.8 | 50.0 | 127.0 | 53 | 110 |
| 4 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000232 | 9.6 | 61.0 | 155.0 | 58 | 120 |
| 5 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000045 | 10.4 | 69.0 | 185.0 | 62 | 130 |
| 7 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000050 | 12.2 | 93.0 | 225.0 | 73 | 152 |
| 12 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000036 | 14.3 | 166.0 | 354.0 | 86 | 179 |
| 18 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1002828 | 16.1 | 257.0 | 517.0 | 97 | 201 |
| 25 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003546 | 19.6 | 319.0 | 678.0 | 118 | 245 |
| 34 G 0.75 (AWG 19) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000038 | 22.6 | 360.0 | 805.0 | 136 | 282 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1002904 | 8.5 | 48.0 | 121.0 | 51 | 106 |
| 3 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000040 | 9.5 | 61.0 | 144.0 | 57 | 119 |
| 4 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000042 | 10.1 | 76.0 | 178.0 | 61 | 126 |
| 5 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000046 | 11.0 | 85.0 | 205.0 | 66 | 138 |
| 7 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000051 | 13.1 | 113.0 | 263.0 | 79 | 164 |
| 12 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000037 | 15.6 | 195.0 | 424.0 | 94 | 195 |
| 18 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003550 | 18.0 | 256.0 | 560.0 | 108 | 225 |
| 25 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003551 | 21.2 | 342.0 | 760.0 | 127 | 265 |
| 34 G 1 (AWG 18) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003552 | 23.8 | 447.0 | 945.0 | 143 | 298 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 x 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003557 | 9.4 | 69.0 | 158.0 | 56 | 118 |
| 3 G 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000041 | 10.4 | 80.0 | 180.0 | 62 | 130 |
| 4 G 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000043 | 11.1 | 94.0 | 210.0 | 67 | 139 |
| 5 G 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000047 | 12.3 | 114.0 | 240.0 | 74 | 154 |
| 7 G 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000052 | 14.4 | 143.0 | 305.0 | 86 | 180 |
| 12 G 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1001721 | 17.4 | 254.0 | 482.0 | 104 | 217 |
| 18 G 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1002829 | 20.1 | 314.0 | 611.0 | 121 | 251 |
| 25 G 1.5 (AWG 16) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003266 | 24.3 | 477.0 | 950.0 | 146 | 304 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 G 2.5 (AWG 14) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000230 | 12.3 | 115.0 | 244.0 | 74 | 154 |
| 4 G 2.5 (AWG 14) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000044 | 13.5 | 141.0 | 296.0 | 81 | 169 |
| 5 G 2.5 (AWG 14) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1000048 | 14.8 | 188.0 | 367.0 | 89 | 185 |
| 7 G 2.5 (AWG 14) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1001602 | 17.1 | 241.0 | 523.0 | 103 | 214 |
| 12 G 2.5 (AWG 14) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1003563 | 21.2 | 397.0 | 769.0 | 127 | 265 |
| 18 G 2.5 (AWG 14) | MULTINORM-CY HAR/UL/CSA | 1002634 | 24.8 | 556.0 | 1,080.0 | 149 | 310 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 G 4 (AWG 12) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003580 | 13.2 | 208.0 | 298.0 | 79 | 165 |
| 4 G 4 (AWG 12) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1001598 | 14.6 | 236.0 | 380.0 | 88 | 182 |
| 5 G 4 (AWG 12) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003581 | 15.9 | 277.0 | 450.0 | 95 | 199 |
| 7 G 4 (AWG 12) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003582 | 19.1 | 395.0 | 564.0 | 115 | 239 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 G 6 (AWG 10) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1000069 | 15.3 | 242.0 | 398.0 | 92 | 191 |
| 4 G 6 (AWG 10) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1001874 | 16.7 | 316.0 | 485.0 | 100 | 209 |
| 5 G 6 (AWG 10) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1001820 | 18.5 | 413.0 | 590.0 | 111 | 231 |
| 7 G 6 (AWG 10) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003583 | 21.2 | 570.0 | 745.0 | 127 | 265 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 10 (AWG 8) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003840 | 21.3 | 571.0 | 760.0 | 128 | 266 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 16 (AWG 6) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1002705 | 24.8 | 821.0 | 1,203.0 | 149 | 310 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 25 (AWG 4) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003587 | 32.0 | 1,443.0 | 1,790.0 | 192 | 400 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 35 (AWG 2) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1002406 | 37.9 | 1,889.0 | 2,378.0 | 227 | 474 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 50 (AWG 1) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003589 | 42.0 | 2,474.0 | 3,182.0 | 252 | 525 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 70 (AWG 2/0) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003591 | 47.4 | 3,120.0 | 4,882.0 | 284 | 592 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 95 (AWG 3/0) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003593 | 50.0 | 4,010.0 | 5,540.0 | 300 | 625 |
| Dimension n × mm² | Version | Reference item no. | Outer Ø mm | Cu index kg/km | Weight kg/km | Min. bend fixed 6 × d mm | Min. bend moved 12.5 × d mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 G 120 (AWG 4/0) | 2-NORM-CY UL/CSA | 1003594 | 56.6 | 5,012.0 | 6,900.0 | 340 | 708 |
6. Application envelope
Power, control and connecting cable in electrical facilities, for fixed laying and occasional free movement without tensile stress and without forced guidance. Suitable for dry, humid and wet rooms, including water-oil mixtures. Outdoor use only with UV protection; not for burial.
Figure 2: Permitted duties and exclusions.
7. Comparison
| Type | Approvals | Voltage | Temperature | Flame | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MULTINORM H05VV5-F | HAR + UL + CSA, unscreened | 300/500 V · 600 V | 70 / 90 °C | IEC 60332-1, VW-1, FT1 | Unscreened control, EU + NA |
| H05VVC4V5-K HAR | HAR only, screened | 300/500 V | 70 °C | IEC 60332-1 | EU screened control |
| MULTINORM-CY H05VVC4V5-K | HAR + UL + CSA, screened | 300/500 V · 600 V | 70 °C HAR · 90 °C UL/CSA | IEC 60332-1, VW-1, FT1 | Screened control for EU and North America |
| ÖPVC-JZ/OZ-Yö UL/CSA | UL 2570 / CSA AWM | 450/750 V · 1 000 V | 80 °C | IEC 60332-3-24 Cat. C, FT1 | Higher voltage, bunched fire rating |
| UL TC-ER | UL tray cable | 600 V | 90 °C | UL 1685 / FT4 | NEC field wiring |
8. Design calculations
IEC installation: DIN VDE base rating × f(ambient) × f(grouping) × f(loaded cores), 70 °C basis
North American machinery: NFPA 79 / UL ampacity tables, 90 °C cable rating (terminal ratings may limit to 60/75 °C)
Short-circuit (PVC 70 → 150 °C, Cu): I_k ≈ 115 × S / √t e.g. 4 G 120, t = 0.5 s → ≈ 19.5 kA
Voltage drop: ΔU = √3 × I × L × (R cosφ + X sinφ)
Bending: fixed R ≥ 6 × d · moved R ≥ 12.5 × d e.g. 25 G 1.5 (d = 24.3 mm): 146 mm / 304 mm
9. Certification and traceability
This screened cable carries HAR (300/500 V, 70 °C) to EN 50525-2-51 / VDE 0285-525-2-51 up to 2.5 mm², and UL/CSA (600 V, 90 °C) to UL Style 2517/2587 and CSA C22.2 No. 210.2-M90 across the range. It is RoHS-conform, CE-conform to the 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive and LABS-/silicone-free during production. FeiChun Cable holds a complete export certification portfolio — including CE, UKCA, VDE, EAC, ATEX and IECEx — and every certificate supplied is checked against the exact type, voltage, factory and standard of the order.
Routine tests
Conductor resistance, 3 kV voltage test, braid continuity, insulation resistance, core numbering, dimensions and marking.
Type tests
IEC 60332-1, VW-1, CSA FT1; oil immersion to EN 50363-4-1 and UL 1581 T50.182.
Delivery documents
Approved datasheet, test report per drum, HAR/UL/CSA marking, batch number and length marking.
10. FAQ
What does MULTINORM-CY mean?
The screened (C = copper braid, Y = PVC) version of MULTINORM: one EMC control cable carrying HAR, UL and CSA approvals.
How should the braid be terminated?
360° with EMC glands at both ends for drive and switching noise; for North American panels use UL-listed EMC glands.
Why 2-NORM-CY from 4 mm²?
From 4 mm² the harmonised HAR scope ends; these sizes carry UL and CSA approvals and follow the H05VVC4V5-K construction, hence (H)05VVC4V5-K UL/CSA.
Why does the temperature differ?
HAR rates the cable at 70 °C, UL/CSA at 90 °C. Apply the rating of the code you are designing to.
What does parallel laying at 600 V mean?
In North American installations, cables may share a raceway only if their voltage ratings cover the highest voltage present. The 600 V rating allows it next to other 600 V cables.
What are VW-1 and FT1?
UL VW-1 and CSA FT1 are vertical flame tests on a single cable, the North American counterparts of IEC 60332-1.
Suitable for coolant?
Yes: wet rooms including water-oil mixtures, with an oil-resistant sheath to EN 50363-4-1 and UL 1581 T50.182.
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