Woodhead 583000308 - Flat PVC Festoon Cable #12/8C
Woodhead

583000308

Alternate Item Number: 1301190002

UPC: 786788626570


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Overview

The Woodhead Flat PVC Festoon Cable #12/8C (SKU: 583000308) is a premium industrial-grade cable engineered for reliable power and signal transmission in dynamic, high-stress environments. Designed with a robust flat PVC jacket, this cable delivers exceptional durability against abrasion, chemicals, and environmental factors, ensuring long-term performance in heavy-duty applications. Its flat profile minimizes friction and space constraints, making it ideal for installation in tight or high-motion areas such as conveyor systems, cranes, hoists, and automated material handling equipment. The #12/8C designation indicates a 12-gauge conductor with 8 conductors, providing versatility for both power and control applications, including motor feeds, sensors, and communication lines in industrial automation systems. Woodhead’s festoon cables are trusted by engineers and maintenance professionals for their consistent reliability and safety compliance. The PVC construction offers excellent resistance to oils, greases, and UV exposure, while maintaining flexibility for smooth operation in repetitive motion scenarios. This cable is particularly well-suited for manufacturing plants, warehouses, and logistics facilities where continuous duty cycles and harsh conditions are standard. Installation is streamlined thanks to the flat design, which allows for easier routing and secure attachment to festoon systems or cable carriers. Key applications include powering overhead cranes, bridge cranes, and gantry systems, as well as serving as drop cables in automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS). The cable’s construction also supports use in temporary or semi-permanent installations where frequent reconfiguration is required, such as in event staging, construction sites, or modular production lines. With a focus on safety and efficiency, Woodhead’s festoon cables meet rigorous industrial standards, including compatibility with standard festoon reels and cable management systems. Professionals choose Woodhead for its reputation as a leader in industrial connectivity solutions, backed by decades of innovation and adherence to UL and other regulatory certifications. The #12/8C model is part of a comprehensive portfolio of festoon cables designed to address the unique demands of motion control, power distribution, and data transmission in industrial settings. Whether upgrading legacy systems or specifying new installations, engineers rely on Woodhead’s cables to reduce downtime, enhance safety, and extend the operational lifespan of critical machinery. For dependable, high-performance festoon cabling, the Woodhead Flat PVC Festoon Cable #12/8C delivers unmatched value and performance.
  • Flat PVC jacket for reduced friction and easy installation in tight spaces
  • 12-gauge conductors with 8 conductors (#12/8C) for power and control applications
  • Resistant to abrasion, oils, greases, UV, and harsh industrial chemicals
  • Ideal for cranes, hoists, conveyors, and automated material handling systems
  • Compatible with standard festoon reels and cable management systems

Specifications

Brand Name
Aero-Motive
Finish
PVC
Load
Medium
Material
PVC
Poles
8C
Size
#12/8C
Sub Brand
Aero-Motive
Thickness
34.04mm (1.340")
Thickness
1.34 in
Thickness
34.04 mm
Type
Cable Assembly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Woodhead

What certifications and standards do Woodhead products comply with?

Woodhead products are certified to multiple rigorous industrial standards, including UL Listed, CSA Certified, NSF Certified, and IP69K Rated. Their wiring devices meet FDA compliance requirements for food-related applications, and are tested to international standards like JIS Z2801/ISO 22196 for antimicrobial performance. These certifications demonstrate Woodhead's commitment to safety, durability, and quality across industrial, food processing, and harsh environment applications.

What industries and applications are Woodhead products used for?

Woodhead products serve a wide range of industrial applications including manufacturing, construction sites, food and beverage processing, shipyards, utility plants, and maintenance operations. Their specialized wiring devices and outlet boxes are designed for harsh environments like wet locations, petrochemical facilities, and heavy-duty industrial settings, with specific product lines for assembly stations, workstations, and portable power needs.

What are the key features of Woodhead products?

Woodhead products feature advanced industrial-grade design with key capabilities including IP69K water resistance, FDA-compliant materials, antimicrobial silicone rubber construction, and UL/CSA certifications. Their product lines span wet-location wiring devices, heavy-duty industrial connectors, portable lighting, and control solutions engineered for extreme environments like food processing, petrochemical, and manufacturing applications.

What are the main product lines offered by Woodhead?

Woodhead offers a comprehensive range of industrial connectivity solutions, including circular connectors, cordsets, and connectivity products for automation and industrial environments. Their product lines cover multiple series such as the 29W, 35, 32G, and 1000-series connectors, which are designed for robust industrial applications with various configurations and specifications.

What communication protocols do Woodhead products support?

Woodhead products support a comprehensive range of industrial communication protocols, including Modbus RTU, PROFIBUS DP, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, CANopen, and DeviceNet. These protocols enable flexible connectivity across multiple industrial automation platforms, supporting high-speed data transmission and seamless network integration for diverse industrial applications.