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What is the general rule in recommending shielded and non-shielded motor cables for drives?

Issue:
Drive installation with shielded or unshielded cable?

Product Line:
Altivar Machines

Environment:
All models

Cause:
N/A

Resolution:
If you do not have metallic conduit ( i.e. non-metallic piping or trays ), shielded cable is recommended so that noise is not radiated. According to EMC directives, shielded cable is required.