NMEA 2000 cables and connectors - Micro bulk cable - 20 m (gray)

The Raymarine CG1-20 micro NMEA 2000 bulkhead cable is a key component for establishing marine communication networks. It is a micro-type cable sold in a 20-meter length and gray color, designed to allow installers to precisely cut the required length for each NMEA 2000 network segment.

The Raymarine CG1-20 cable is supplied in a continuous length of 20 meters. This bulk presentation offers high flexibility for custom installations.

The Raymarine CG1-20 micro NMEA 2000 cable is grey.

An NMEA 2000 backbone micro bulkhead cable is used to create or extend an NMEA 2000 network aboard a vessel. Its bulkhead format allows for custom cable lengths to be cut exactly as needed to connect marine electronic devices, optimizing routing and reducing waste.

Choosing bulk NMEA 2000 cable offers maximum flexibility. It allows cutting exact lengths for each connection, ideal for complex or custom installations. This helps optimize cable layouts and minimize excess, unlike pre-assembled cables with fixed lengths.

Yes, NMEA 2000®-approved cables and connectors are recommended to ensure optimal reliability, interconnection, and compatibility. The NMEA 2000® standard is recognized for its stringent requirements regarding safety and network management, including message prioritization and automatic addressing.

NMEA 2000 cables come in different sizes, including micro and mini. The main difference lies in their diameter and their ability to carry current and data over shorter or longer distances. The micro cable is thinner and suitable for small to medium-sized networks, while the mini cable is thicker, offering better current capacity and allowing for longer network lengths.

Yes, this cable is specifically designed for marine installations. It is manufactured to withstand the demanding conditions of the nautical environment, including humidity, temperature variations, and vibrations, ensuring long-term reliability.

Yes, the NMEA 2000 standard uses a single cable to transmit both communication data between devices and the electrical power required for their operation. This simplifies wiring and installation on board.

The NMEA 2000 standard specifies a nominal supply voltage of 12 V DC (direct current) for the network. This cable is designed to operate within this voltage range to power connected devices and transmit data.

To use this bulk NMEA 2000 micro cable, you will need micro-type NMEA 2000 connectors. These connectors can be crimp or screw-type, and are essential for creating connections between the cable and devices or the main network (backbone).

Yes, installing connectors on bulk cable may require specific tools. Depending on the type of connector (crimp or screw type), you may need wire strippers, a crimping tool (for crimp connectors), and a suitable cutting tool to ensure a reliable, secure, and watertight connection.

Yes, it is crucial to carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the connectors. Precautions must be taken to ensure correct wire polarity, perfect shielding integrity, and adequate sealing to prevent interference, short circuits, and network failures.

Waterproofing of the connections is primarily ensured by the NMEA 2000 connectors themselves, which are designed to be water-resistant. It is essential to assemble them correctly by following the manufacturer's specifications and to ensure that protective caps are properly fitted on unused ports to prevent any water ingress.

For a micro NMEA 2000 drop cable, the maximum recommended length per the standard is 6 meters (approximately 20 feet). It is critical to respect this limit to ensure signal integrity and power delivery to devices.

The maximum total length of a NMEA 2000 network (the 'backbone') using only micro cables is 100 meters (approximately 328 feet). For longer networks, it is necessary to use mini cables or specific network extenders.

Yes, the NMEA 2000 standard is specifically designed for interoperability between equipment from different manufacturers. This NMEA 2000 micro cable is therefore compatible with all NMEA 2000-certified devices and networks, regardless of brand, provided they use micro-type connectors.

No, NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 are two distinct communication protocols and are not directly compatible with each other. To exchange data between an NMEA 2000 network and an NMEA 0183 device, a specific gateway or protocol converter is required.

Yes, this cable is perfectly suited for extending an existing NMEA 2000 network. Its bulk nature allows creating new cable segments of the exact desired length or replacing damaged sections, provided NMEA 2000 micro-compatible connectors are used.

Yes, as a Raymarine product and compliant with the NMEA 2000 standard, this cable is fully compatible with Raymarine ship monitoring and control systems, as well as any other marine electronic equipment meeting the NMEA 2000 standard.