Instrumentation & Compensating Cables are specialized cables designed for use in industrial settings, particularly in systems requiring precise measurement and control of process variables like temperature, pressure, and flow.

1. Instrumentation Cables: These are used to transmit signals from sensors, transmitters, and control devices in process control systems. Instrumentation cables are designed to minimize electrical interference and provide stable, reliable signal transmission over long distances. They are often shielded to protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensure accurate data transfer in complex automation systems.

2. Compensating Cables: These cables are specifically used to connect temperature sensors, such as thermocouples, to measurement and control systems. They are made from materials that match the thermocouple’s metal composition to prevent signal loss or errors in temperature readings due to differences in the connecting wires. Compensating cables maintain the integrity of the temperature measurement by ensuring the signal is not altered or affected by ambient conditions.

Both types of cables are essential in industries like power generation, petrochemical, and manufacturing, where precise and uninterrupted data transmission is critical for system monitoring and control.