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Control & signal cableU.S. Military WF-8/GSpiral-Four Shielded Quad-55 °C to +80 °C Neoprene

WF-8/G Tactical Field-Deployable Quad-Conductor ShieldedMIL-Spec WF-8/G 600 V -55 to +80 °C braided-shield neoprene tactical star-quad cable

WF-8/G tactical field-deployable 4-conductor (spiral-four star-quad) shielded communication cable (600 V, -55 to +80 °C) with four high-tensile 19 AWG (0.65 mm²) Sn-Cu/alloy cores, low-loss PE insulation, braided EMC shield, and arctic neoprene jacket.

Approved
EMC screen
Low-EMC design
Oil-resistant
Order designation
WF-8/G 1×4×19AWG (0.65 mm²)
Outer Ø ≈
9.50 mm
Wall thickness
1.10 mm
Total weight ≈
135.0 kg/km
Min. bend R (fixed)
76 mm
All sizes (3)
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Engineering reply in 2 business hoursCut-to-length export drumsEN 10204 3.1 certificate per drum
Military type
Cable WF-8/G
Spiral-four shielded field quad
Rated voltage
600 V RMS
2000 V AC dielectric test
Quad cores
4 × 19 AWG
0.65 mm² high-tensile Sn-Cu
Core dielectric
Low-loss PE
≤ 48 nF/km balanced star-quad
EMC + tensile
Braided shield
Sn-Cu / steel braid (≥ 85 %)
Outer jacket
Arctic PCP
-55…+80 °C polychloroprene

Typical values for this cable type, based on U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded Quad — confirmed in the datasheet and quotation for your order.

Application fit

Is WF-8/G right for your machine?

Select WF-8/G for tactical field reeling drums where unjacketed field wires (WD-1/TT or WF-16/U) lack the electromagnetic shielding or heavy rubber jacket needed for tracked-vehicle crossings and RF-dense command posts.

Cylindrical / multi-layer drum

Suitable

Torque-balanced star-quad with braided shield and neoprene jacket reels smoothly on tactical drums in repeated field duty.

VFD inverter to AC motor screened feeder

Suitable

Star-quad symmetry plus ≥ 85 % braided Sn-Cu/steel shield isolates voice, SHDSL, and radar links from transmitter and generator EMI.

Trailing & towing

Suitable

Arctic-grade neoprene sheath resists wheeled/tracked vehicle run-over, diesel/JP-8 fuel, mud, and sub-zero flexing down to -55 °C.

Typical machinesTactical Command Post & TOC Trunk LinesAir-Defense Radar & Missile Launcher RemotingMobile HF/VHF/UHF Radio-Site Remote ControlField Artillery Fire-Direction Data LinksHarsh-Environment Geophysical & Oilfield Telemetry

Construction

Layer by layer

WF-8/G spiral-four construction: 4 × 19 AWG (0.65 mm²) high-tensile tinned copper/copper-alloy conductors twisted in a star-quad around a central filler, low-loss PE insulation, fabric/PET wrap, braided tinned copper + steel reinforcing shield, and black/OD arctic polychloroprene jacket.

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Schematic, not to scale — generated from the layer data
#LayerMaterial & reference
1High-tensile 19 AWG quad coresFour 7-strand high-strength tinned copper / copper-clad alloy conductors (19 AWG = 0.65 mm²) twisted in a spiral-four star-quadDiagonal pair assignment (Red/White = Pair 1, Blue/Black = Pair 2) cancels magnetic crosstalk
2Low-loss polyethylene (PE)Solid low-density polyethylene core insulation (colour-coded per military spiral-four standard)Low dielectric constant (εr ≈ 2.26) supports long-haul carrier and digital transmission
3Stabilising belt wrapSynthetic fabric/polyester bedding tape locking the star-quad geometryPreserves diagonal quad symmetry under bending and vehicle crush loads
4Braided EMC + tensile shieldTinned copper wire braid (with high-tensile steel/alloy reinforcing strands, ≥ 85 % optical coverage)Combines broadband RF shielding with ≥ 2,200 N axial pulling strength
5Arctic polychloroprene jacketHeavy-duty cold-flexible polychloroprene (neoprene) elastomer jacket (matte black or olive drab)Remains flexible at -55 °C and resists JP-8 jet fuel, diesel, hydraulic oil, and abrasion

WF-8/G Standard Quad (4×19 AWG / 0.65 mm²)

4-conductor (2-pair star-quad) shielded neoprene tactical field trunk cable (9.5 mm OD)

WF-8/G Connectorised Reel (1/4 Mile / 402 m)

Tactical reel assembly terminated with waterproof hermaphroditic field quad connectors

Technical data

Ratings & operating limits

Typical values: Typical values for this cable type, based on U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded Quad. Values for your order are confirmed in the datasheet and quotation.

Electrical

Rated voltage
600 V RMS (2,000 V AC test)
Conductor DC resistance
≤ 28.5 Ω/km (≤ 57 Ω/km loop) at +20 °C
Mutual capacitance
≤ 48 nF/km at 1 kHz (side circuit)
Characteristic impedance
Approx. 135 Ω (carrier/data) · 450 Ω (1 kHz)

Thermal

Operating temperature range
-55 °C to +80 °C (-67 °F to +176 °F)
Arctic cold-bend test
-55 °C without jacket cracking

Mechanical

Quad construction
4 × 19 AWG (0.65 mm²) spiral-four star-quad
Tensile breaking strength
≥ 2,200 N (500 lbf) with braided shield
Min. bending radius
8 × overall cable diameter (dynamic)

Resistance

Oil, fuel & chemical resistance
Polychloroprene resists JP-8, diesel & oil
Crush & vehicle run-over
Thick-wall neoprene + braided wire armour/shield

Reference standards

Military specifications
CECOM WF-8/G · MIL-C-10581 · FM 24-20
RoHS & REACH
RoHS 3 & REACH compliant

Identification

Outer sheath colour
Matte black or tactical olive drab
Surface legend
U.S. CABLE WF-8/G 4x19AWG SHIELDED TACTICAL QUAD TEBAOFLEX
Customs tariff (HS)
8544.49

Sizes

3 standard configurations (WF-8/G)

Engineering dimensions, conductor stranding, mass and electrical ratings for WF-8/G per U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded Quad.

Dimensions & weights
Order designationCross-section / sizeConductor buildWall ≈
mm		Outer Ø ≈
mm		Metal
kg/km		Weight ≈
kg/km		Min. bend R
fixed mm		Enquiry
Standard WF-8/G configurations
WF-8/G 1×4×19AWG (0.65 mm²)1×4×0.65 mm²Solid / Stranded Cu1.109.5059.4135.076
WF-8/G 402 m Reel Assembly1×4×0.65 mm²Solid / Stranded Cu1.109.5059.4135.076
WF-8/G 1×4×16AWG (1.31 mm²)1×4×1.31 mm²Solid / Stranded Cu1.2511.4085.8195.092
  • Typical values for this cable type; dimensions and weights for your order are confirmed in the quotation.
  • Outer diameters and weights are nominal engineering values for WF-8/G subject to standard manufacturing tolerances per U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded Quad.

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
Dielectric spark / high-voltage withstand test100 % in-line spark and AC/DC dielectric withstand per U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded QuadEvery manufactured length
Conductor DC resistance & continuity checkWithin maximum 20 °C resistance limit specified for WF-8/GEvery spool or drum length
Sample tests
Insulation resistance & dimensional verificationWall thickness, concentricity and insulation resistance per U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded QuadPer production batch
Environmental, mechanical & EMC qualificationQualified to U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded Quad thermal, mechanical and environmental performance criteriaType qualification

Inspection certificate

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

Product approvals

U.S. Military CECOM / MIL-C-10581 / TM 11-5805 Cable WF-8/G Tactical Shielded QuadCE (2014/35/EU) & RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) CompliantREACH SVHC Compliance Verified

Company certificates

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

Marking & supply

Ordering & delivery

Sheath marking

CABLE TELEPHONE WF-8/G 4x19AWG SHIELDED NEOPRENE QUAD TEBAOFLEX
Delivery form
Export wooden drums, tactical reels or coils
Standard lengths
100 m · 500 m · 1000 m (or custom cut lengths)
MOQ
100 m (stock sizes) · 300–500 m (custom build)
Lead time
2–4 weeks ex-works
Incoterms
EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP

Technical documents

Downloads

PDFWF-8/G Tactical Field-Deployable Quad-Conductor Shielded – technical datasheet3 sizes · construction, technical data, approvalsXLSXWF-8/G spec data (Excel)All 3 sizes with dimensions and data, for your BOM or quotation
Revision
2026-10-20
Updated
2026-10-20

FAQ

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How does WF-8/G differ from WF-16/U?
WF-16/U is a light, unshielded, unjacketed 2-pair open wire (37 kg/km) for rapid infantry/pack payout. WF-8/G is a round, heavy-duty spiral-four (star-quad) trunk cable (135 kg/km) with larger 19 AWG (0.65 mm²) conductors, an overall braided metallic EMC shield, and a thick arctic polychloroprene rubber outer sheath.
Why does WF-8/G use a spiral-four (star-quad) core layout?
By twisting the four PE-insulated conductors symmetrically around a central axis and pairing diagonal conductors (Pair 1 = cores 1 & 3; Pair 2 = cores 2 & 4), the two pairs occupy the exact same magnetic center, yielding ≥ 70 dB side-to-side crosstalk isolation inside the braided shield.
Can WF-8/G survive vehicle traffic at road crossings?
Yes. The combination of high-tensile stranded conductors, a metallic wire braid, and a resilient polychloroprene elastomer jacket allows WF-8/G to withstand repeated tactical wheeled traffic and -55 °C arctic deployment.
What cable is used when a tactical switchboard requires 12 or 26 pairs instead of 2 pairs?
For multi-pair command-post switchboard distribution trunks, specify MIL-DTL-55021 / CECOM WM-130/G (26-pair neoprene-jacketed tactical switchboard cable).

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