Motion Labs 26 Pin Hoist Remote Cable 22/26, Yellow, 100ft

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

26 Pin P26 Connectors
26 x 22 AWG
300V RMS / 80°C
Gold-Plated Crimp Contacts
Liquid-Tight PG-11 Strain Relief
Yellow PVC Jacket
100 ft
16 lb

In short: The Motion Labs 26 Pin Hoist Remote Extension Cable is a 26-conductor, 22 AWG control cable that extends a hand held hoist remote from its controller. It has P26 multi-pin connectors with gold-plated crimp contacts and a liquid-tight PG-11 strain relief, and it is rated 300V RMS and 80°C. This version has a high-visibility yellow PVC jacket, is 100 ft long, weighs 16 lb and has 6 in of clear heat shrink on each end for labels.

Built for riggers

Why choose the Motion Labs 26 pin hoist remote cable?

When you run chain hoists, where you stand matters. An extension cable lets the operator control hoists from a better vantage point, away from the controller, with a clear view of the truss and load. Motion Labs builds this cable to be light, easy to handle and easy to service on tour.

P26 multi-pin connectors

Aluminum alloy shells with olive green cadmium plating, neoprene insulators and gold-plated crimp contacts, rated 300V RMS and 13A.

Field-replaceable contacts

Rear-release crimp contacts can be replaced in the field, so a damaged pin doesn't take the whole cable out of service.

Liquid-tight strain relief

A black nylon PG-11 straight fitting with flex nut and a Delrin P-26 backshell grip the cable where it enters the connector.

Light 22 AWG construction

26 stranded tinned copper conductors with PVC insulation keep the cable flexible and light, just 16 lb for 100 ft.

High-visibility yellow

The yellow PVC jacket stands out on a busy deck, so the control cable is easy to spot and less likely to be mistaken for power.

Ready to label

6 in of clear heat shrink on each end gives you a protected spot for cable labels and inventory tags.

On the deck & in the air

Where is a hoist remote extension cable used?

Riggers, production crews and rental houses use 26 pin remote extensions wherever the hoist operator needs more reach:

Concert and touring rigs, so the operator can watch the truss while flying it
Arena and stadium load-ins, where the controller sits far from the best viewing spot
Corporate and live events with truss, video walls or scenery on chain motors
Theatre and venue rigging, moving the remote to the wings or the deck
Film and TV stages flying lighting truss or set pieces on chain hoists
Rental house inventory, with field-serviceable contacts for long service life

Using it well

How do you use and maintain a hoist remote cable?

Check compatibility. Confirm your hoist controller and hand held remote connect through a 26 pin P26 connector before you run the cable.
Test before each job. Check continuity on every conductor. Motion Labs makes the CT-001 touchscreen cable tester for 26 pin remote cable.
Inspect the connectors. Look for bent or pushed-back contacts and a damaged jacket. Replace damaged crimp contacts before use.
Route it safely. Keep the cable out of the path of moving loads, chain and truss, and away from trip hazards.
Confirm control before lifting. With everything connected, check that the remote, including any emergency stop, works as expected before moving any load.

Hoist operation should be carried out by qualified riggers following the hoist and controller manufacturers' instructions and your venue's rigging rules.

Full specifications

Motion Labs 26 pin hoist remote cable specifications

Cable
Conductors	26 x 22 AWG, stranded tinned copper
Insulation	PVC
Shielding	Unshielded
Rating	300V RMS, 80°C
Jacket	PVC, yellow
Length	100 ft
Weight	16 lb
Labelling	6 in clear heat shrink on each end

Connectors & strain relief
Connectors	P26 multi-pin, 26 pin
Shell	Aluminum alloy, olive green cadmium plating
Insulator	Neoprene
Contacts	Gold-plated crimp, rear-release, field-replaceable
Connector rating	300V RMS, 13A
Strain relief	Liquid-tight black nylon PG-11 straight fitting with flex nut
Backshell	Delrin P-26

Options

What colors and lengths are available?

Motion Labs makes this 26 pin hoist remote cable with a yellow or black PVC jacket in four lengths, weighing from about 4 lb for 25 ft to 16 lb for 100 ft.

Motion Labs 26 pin hoist remote extension cable options
Option	Choices
This listing	Yellow, 100 ft
Jacket colors	Yellow (high visibility) or black (discreet runs)
Lengths	25 ft, 50 ft, 75 ft, 100 ft

Questions

Motion Labs hoist remote cable frequently asked questions

What is the Motion Labs 26 Pin Hoist Remote Extension Cable?

It is a 26-conductor, 22 AWG control cable with P26 multi-pin connectors that extends a hand held hoist remote from its controller. It is rated 300V RMS and 80°C. This version has a yellow PVC jacket, is 100 ft long and weighs 16 lb.

What does 22/26 mean?

22/26 means 22 AWG conductors with 26 conductors in the cable. The conductors are stranded tinned copper with PVC insulation.

Will this cable work with my hoist controller?

It works with hoist controllers and hand held remotes that connect through a 26 pin P26 connector. Check the connector on your system before ordering.

Can the contacts be replaced?

Yes. The P26 connectors use rear-release, gold-plated crimp contacts that can be replaced in the field, so a damaged pin can be repaired without replacing the whole cable.

Is the hoist remote cable shielded?

No. The 26 x 22 AWG conductors are unshielded, with PVC insulation and a PVC jacket.

Should I choose yellow or black?

Yellow is high visibility, so the control cable is easy to spot on a busy deck. Black is for discreet runs where the cable may be seen by an audience or camera.

What lengths are available?

Motion Labs makes it in 25, 50, 75 and 100 ft lengths, weighing from about 4 lb for 25 ft to 16 lb for 100 ft.

How do I test a 26 pin hoist remote cable?

Test continuity on every conductor before each job. Motion Labs makes the CT-001 touchscreen cable tester for checking 26 pin remote cable.

Rigging and power advice from people who actually do it

Barn Door Lighting Outfitters has supplied film lighting, grip and power distribution since 1995. We're still a small, family-owned shop in Beaufort, South Carolina. Not sure which remote cable, length or controller fits your hoist system? Call 888-276-3667 or email info@barndoorlighting.com and a real person will help you spec it.