The 3M™ 30 AWG Solid, TPE Primary, PVC Jacket 90101 Series is a pleated foil shielded cable that is suitable for a variety of applications. It features a very low unbalanced impedance of 53 Ohms and a balanced impedance of 104 Ohms. The cable has a temperature rating of 75°C and is RoHS compliant.
The 3M 90101 Series pleated foil shielded cable is a .025" (30 AWG) solid cable with a TPE primary and PVC jacket, designed for IDC mass‑termination connectors and applications requiring 100 Ω balanced impedance. It offers low crosstalk, 35 dB average shielding effectiveness, and a CL2‑rated rugged design.
The document lists physical, electrical, and environmental specifications, including impedance, capacitance, inductance, voltage and temperature ratings, as well as standard ordering lengths of 100 ft, 150 ft, and 300 ft rolls. An important notice outlines warranty and liability information.
| Conductor size | 30 AWG (0.254 mm) Tinned Stranded Copper |
|---|---|
| Shielding type | Solid, Pleated, Copper Foil |
| Characteristic impedance | 53 Ω |
| Capacitance | 28.4 pF/ft (93.2 pF/m) |
| Inductance | 0.08 µH/ft (0.26 µH/m) |
| Propagation delay | 1.52 ns/ft (4.99 ns/m) |
| Velocity of propagation | 67 % |
| Voltage rating | USA: N.E.C. 725, Canada: 150 V, EU: |
| Temperature rating | CL2: 75 °C, Canada: 80 °C |
| Flammability rating | USA: N.E.C. 725, Canada: FT1 |
| Shielding effectiveness | 35 dB average |
| RoHS compliance | Yes |
The cable has a characteristic impedance of 53 Ω.
Standard lengths are 100 ft, 150 ft, and 300 ft rolls.
Yes, the cable is RoHS compliant.
The cable is rated for 75 °C (CL2) and 80 °C (Canada).