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SABmed S biocompatible medical connecting cableISO 10993 / USP Class VI2 to 24+ Cores (Screened/Unscreened)+134 °C Steam Autoclave

SABmed S Connecting CableISO 10993 / USP Class VI +134 °C autoclavable multi-core & screened medical silicone cable

Biocompatible, platinum-cured multi-core and EMC-screened medical device connecting cable (SABmed S Connecting Cable) certified to ISO 10993-1/-5/-10 and USP Class VI, engineered with 2 to 24+ cores (0.14 mm² to 2.5 mm²), FEP/ETFE or silicone core.

Low-EMC design
EMC screen
Water-resistant
Flame-retardant
Order designation
SABMED-SC-6X0.14
Cores × Area
6 × 0.14 mm² (26 AWG)
Screen & Core
≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP
Nominal OD
4.4 mm
Weight
29.8 kg/km
All sizes (12)
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Engineering reply in 2 business hoursCut-to-length export drumsEN 10204 3.1 certificate per drum
Biocompatibility
ISO 10993/USP VI
Skin-contact non-cytotoxic SiR
Core count
2 to 24+ Cores
0.14 mm² (26 AWG) to 2.5 mm²
EMC option
Unshld or ≥85%
Tinned or silver-plated Cu braid
Sterilization
+134°C Autoclave
Steam, EtO, H2O2 plasma & wipes
Voltage rating
300 / 500 V AC
1.5 kV – 2.5 kV AC dielectric test
Temperature
−50 to +180 °C
Limp, non-stick matte surface

Typical values for this cable type, based on ISO 10993-1 / -5 / -10 · USP Class VI · IEC 60601-1 · DIN EN ISO 17665-1 — confirmed in the datasheet and quotation for your order.

Application fit

Is SABmed S Connecting Cable right for your machine?

Built for patient-applied diagnostic sensors, surgical micro-motors, endoscopic camera heads, dental handpieces, and ICU monitoring leads.

Self-supporting pendant & push-button drop

Suitable

Ultra-fine Class 6 stranding and low-friction matte platinum silicone drape effortlessly without pulling on patient probes.

Immersion & wet locations

Suitable

Survives repeated +134 °C / 2.1 bar steam autoclaving, alkaline washer-disinfectors, quaternary ammonium and alcohol wipes.

Switchgear & control cabinet wiring

Suitable

Screened (SABmed S-C) and twisted-pair builds protect microvolt ECG, EEG, SpO2 and LVDS camera signals from OR interference.

VFD inverter to AC motor screened feeder

Suitable

Hybrid power + signal builds drive brushless surgical bone drills, shavers and dental micro-motors.

Typical machinesPatient Monitoring Leads (ECG, SpO2, IBP, Temperature & CO2)Orthopaedic, Neuro & ENT Brushless Surgical Handpiece MotorsReusable Endoscope, Laparoscope & Dental Camera UmbilicalsDiagnostic Ultrasound, Fetal Monitor & Defibrillator CablesClinical Laboratory Analyzers & Cleanroom Bioprocess Skids

Construction

Layer by layer

Representative screened multi-core build (SABmed S-C): 4 to 16 × (0.14–0.50 mm²) extra-fine 0.05 mm tinned copper Class 6 conductors + thin-wall FEP/ETFE or platinum-cured silicone core insulation + PTFE low-friction slip wrap + ≥ 85 % tinned copper braided EMC shield + platinum-cured ISO 10993 / USP Class VI matte medical silicone outer sheath.

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Schematic, not to scale — generated from the layer data
#LayerMaterial & reference
1Extra-fine Class 6 tinned or silver-plated copper (Ø 0.05 mm)Finely stranded 0.05 mm tinned copper (or silver-plated copper / Cu-alloy on 28–26 AWG micro-coax/data pairs)Withstands > 100,000 clinical flex cycles and provides limp, zero-memory handling at the bedside or operating table
2Thin-wall FEP / ETFE fluoropolymer or platinum silicone coresDIN 47100 colour-coded FEP/ETFE (for compact OD and high steam resistance) or platinum-cured silicone primary core insulationMaintains stable insulation resistance and low capacitance across hundreds of +134 °C steam sterilization cycles
3PTFE / non-woven medical separating slip tapeHelical fluoropolymer tape over the cabled core bundleAllows internal cores to slide freely without kinking during tight bending and connector overmoulding
4≥ 85 % tinned copper braided EMC screen (SABmed S-C variants)High-flexibility fine-wire tinned copper braid (plus optional aluminised foil on twisted-pair data builds)Shields low-level physiological sensors and digital camera interfaces against electrosurgical and MRI/OR RF noise
5Platinum-cured ISO 10993 / USP Class VI medical silicone jacketAddition-crosslinked biocompatible silicone rubber with velvet-matte anti-tack surface finish in RAL 7035 Grey, White, Blue or BlackCertified skin-safe, latex-free, phthalate-free and resistant to hospital disinfectants and steam autoclaving

SABmed S Unscreened (2 to 18 Cores, 0.14–2.5 mm²)

Ultra-limp unshielded multi-core medical cable for surgical foot switches, therapy applicators, power pods and general sensor leads

SABmed S-C Screened & Hybrid (2 to 24 Cores + 85 % Cu Braid)

EMC-braided multi-core, twisted-pair or hybrid power+signal (e.g. 3×0.75 + 6×0.14 mm²) cable for surgical handpiece motors & patient monitors

Technical data

Ratings & operating limits

Typical values: Typical values for this cable type, based on ISO 10993-1 / -5 / -10 · USP Class VI · IEC 60601-1 · DIN EN ISO 17665-1. Values for your order are confirmed in the datasheet and quotation.

Electrical

Nominal voltage (U0/U)
300 / 300 V (≤ 0.25 mm²) · 300 / 500 V (≥ 0.34 mm²)
Routine AC test voltage
1,500 V AC to 2,500 V AC core-to-core & core-to-screen
Insulation resistance
≥ 1,000 MΩ·km (silicone cores) · ≥ 5,000 MΩ·km (FEP cores)

Thermal

Operating temperature
−50 °C to +180 °C (peaks to +200 °C)
Steam autoclave sterilization
+134 °C to +138 °C at 2.1 bar (ISO 17665-1 reusable instrument grade)

Mechanical

Core cross-sections
0.08, 0.14, 0.25, 0.34, 0.50, 0.75, 1.0, 1.5 & 2.5 mm² (Class 6)
Min. bend radius
4 × OD static · 7.5 × OD dynamic clinical flexing

Resistance

Biocompatibility
ISO 10993-1, ISO 10993-5 (Cytotoxicity), ISO 10993-10 · USP Class VI
Disinfectant resistance
Isopropanol, ethanol, aldehyde-free & quaternary ammonium hospital wipes
Halogen & plasticizer free
100 % platinum-cured silicone · zero DEHP/phthalates, latex or halogens

Reference standards

Medical safety & biocompatibility
IEC 60601-1 · ISO 10993-1/-5/-10 · USP Class VI · EU MDR 2017/745 material support
Environmental compliance
RoHS 2011/65/EU, (EU) 2015/863 & REACH compliant

Identification

Core identification
DIN 47100 colour code
Outer sheath colours
Light Grey (RAL 7035), Pure White (RAL 9010), Surgical Blue, Black, Mint Green
Customs tariff (HS)
8544.49

Sizes

12 standard SABmed S unscreened, EMC-screened & hybrid surgical handpiece cables

Core counts, cross-sections, shielding, nominal outer diameter and weight for diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices.

Cores × mm², EMC screen, core insulation, OD & weight
Order designationCores × Cross-SectionEMC Screen & Core WallRated U
V AC		Nom. OD
mm		Cu Index
kg/km		Weight
kg/km		Enquiry
SABmed S Unscreened Multi-Core Medical Connecting Cables (ISO 10993 / USP Class VI)
SABMED-S-2X0.252 × 0.25 mm² (24 AWG)Unscreened · SiR Cores3003.84.818.5
SABMED-S-3X0.503 × 0.50 mm² (20 AWG)Unscreened · SiR Cores5004.914.434.0
SABMED-S-4X0.254 × 0.25 mm² (24 AWG)Unscreened · SiR Cores3004.39.626.5
SABMED-S-6X0.256 × 0.25 mm² (24 AWG)Unscreened · FEP Cores3004.614.431.0
SABMED-S-3X1.003 × 1.00 mm² (18 AWG)Unscreened · SiR Cores5006.228.858.0
SABmed S-C EMC-Screened & Hybrid Surgical Motor / Patient Diagnostic Cables
SABMED-SC-4X0.144 × 0.14 mm² (26 AWG)≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP3003.911.223.5
SABMED-SC-6X0.146 × 0.14 mm² (26 AWG)≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP3004.414.529.8
SABMED-SC-8X0.148 × 0.14 mm² (26 AWG)≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP3004.817.835.5
SABMED-SC-4X0.254 × 0.25 mm² (24 AWG)≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP3004.416.031.2
SABMED-SC-12X0.1412 × 0.14 mm² (26 AWG)≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP3005.524.546.8
SABMED-SC-3X0.50+6X0.143×0.50 + 6×0.14 mm² Motor≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP3005.831.054.0
SABMED-SC-3X0.75+8X0.143×0.75 + 8×0.14 mm² Handpiece≥ 85% SnCu Braid · FEP3006.442.568.5
  • Typical values for this cable type; dimensions and weights for your order are confirmed in the quotation.
  • Compatible with medical push-pull circular connectors and silicone liquid-injection-moulded (LIM) bend reliefs.

Quality & approvals

Testing & inspection

Routine tests on every production length, sample and type tests per batch — documented on an EN 10204 3.1 inspection certificate.

  1. ConductorClass 5 stranding
  2. Spark test100 % in-line
  3. Lay-upCores, earth, fillers
  4. SheathingInner, braid / screen, outer
  5. Electrical testsAC voltage, resistance
  6. DimensionsOD, wall thickness
  7. Inspection documents & dispatchDrum & dispatch
Testing & inspectionTest value / referenceFrequency
Routine tests
100 % spark test & 1.5–2.5 kV AC dielectric withstand testVerify core-to-core and core-to-screen insulation integrity across every manufactured length100 % of length
Sample tests
ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity, -10 skin irritation & USP Class VI certificationFull biological evaluation certificate for patient-contact platinum-cured outer sheathCompound qualification
+134 °C steam autoclave & clinical flex-life endurance testVerify mechanical elasticity, colour stability and electrical continuity after sterilization cyclesProduction audit

Inspection certificate

Issued with every drum, listing the routine test results for that length.

Product approvals

ISO 10993-1 / -5 / -10 & USP Class VI BiocompatibleIEC 60601-1 & ISO 17665-1 (+134 °C Autoclave) Ready

Company certificates

ISO 9001ISO 14001ISO 45001VDE marks approvalUL / cULCE · LVD / EMC

Marking & supply

Ordering & delivery

Sheath marking

Smooth Wipe-Clean Sterilizable Surface (Unprinted or Biocompatible Laser Legend)
Delivery form
Cleanroom double-bagged spools or overmould-ready cut assemblies
Regulatory dossier
ISO 10993-5/-10 test summary, USP Class VI cert, RoHS/REACH & MDR declaration
Lead time
2–4 weeks ex-works

Technical documents

Downloads

PDFSABmed S Connecting Cable – technical datasheet12 sizes · construction, technical data, approvalsXLSXSABmed S Connecting Cable spec data (Excel)All 12 sizes with dimensions and data, for your BOM or quotation
Revision
2026-10-20
Updated
2026-10-20

FAQ

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Why are FEP fluoropolymer insulated cores often used inside a platinum-cured silicone outer jacket on SABmed S-C?
In multi-core surgical handpiece and endoscopic cables (e.g. 8 to 24 cores), silicone-insulated single cores require thicker walls that make the overall cable bulky and stiff. Using thin-wall FEP fluoropolymer for the internal cores reduces the overall cable diameter and weight by 25–30 %, resists +134 °C steam pressure without sticking together, and pairs with the thick platinum-cured silicone outer jacket for limp, skin-safe handling.
What does ISO 10993-1 / -5 / -10 and USP Class VI certification guarantee for medical device OEMs?
Under EU MDR (2017/745) and FDA 510(k) submissions, any cable jacket that contacts intact patient skin or sterile surgical personnel must prove biological safety. SABmed S uses medical-grade platinum-cured silicone elastomers tested for zero cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), zero skin sensitization/irritation (ISO 10993-10), and systemic toxicity compliance (USP Class VI).
Can SABmed S-C hybrid cables power high-speed brushless orthopaedic drills and shavers?
Yes. Hybrid builds such as 3 × 0.50 mm² or 3 × 0.75 mm² (3-phase brushless motor power) combined with 6 to 8 × 0.14 mm² (Hall-effect rotor position sensors, trigger buttons, and EEPROM tool ID) inside an 85 % tinned copper EMC shield are standard for autoclavable orthopaedic, neuro, and ENT surgical handpieces.
How do you prepare the platinum-cured silicone jacket for liquid silicone rubber (LSR / LIM) connector overmoulding?
Because SABmed S uses clean addition-cured (platinum-catalyzed) silicone with zero plasticizers or migrating waxes, it bonds chemically and mechanically to medical LSR overmoulding compounds at circular push-pull connector backshells without cure inhibition.

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