Overview
Offshore platform instrumentation runs long cable pulls between process equipment and control rooms, through exposed deck environments and high-EMI areas near rotating equipment. This assembly line covers that topside instrumentation cabling.
Design & Construction
Signal Integrity in High-EMI Environments
Shielded twisted pairs with foil-plus-braid construction protect process signal circuits from EMI generated by nearby pumps, generators, and rotating equipment on the platform.
Weatherproof Connector Systems
Deck-exposed connectors are sealed to IP68 for sustained weather exposure, with corrosion-resistant hardware suited to a saltwater-adjacent offshore environment.
Manufacturing Process
Built under our ISO 9001 quality system with the same marine-grade material standards used across our Marine Division, and shield-integrity and continuity testing on every assembly.
Typical Applications
- Offshore platform sensor wiring
- Topside process instrumentation cabling
- SCADA and process control interconnects
- Weather and environmental monitoring station cabling
- Platform safety system cabling
Common installations include Offshore platform sensor wiring, Topside process instrumentation cabling, and SCADA and process control interconnects, where corrosion resistance and sealed, submersible-rated protection against saltwater exposure are the primary design drivers. The same base design can also be adapted for Weather and environmental monitoring station cabling and Platform safety system cabling with minor changes to connector type or cable length.
Technical Specifications
Standard configurations are available with the following technical specifications; custom configurations outside these ranges can be discussed with our engineering team. Wire Gauge: AWG 24 – 14. Conductor Count: 2 – 40 circuits, shielded pairs. Shielding: Foil + braid, low-crosstalk construction. IP Rating: IP68 (weatherproof connectors). Temp Range: -30°C to +90°C. Corrosion Protection: Marine-grade, saltwater-resistant hardware. Standard: Built to IEC 60092 marine cable practice.
Quality & Certification
Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 certification, built to IEC 60092 marine cable practice, with DNV GL type-approved constructions available for classed installations.
Customization & Lead Time
Standard lead time for the Offshore Platform Instrumentation Cable Assembly is 5–6 weeks prototype, 3 weeks production. Connector type, cable length, and conductor configuration can be customized to match your exact application, including connector sealing rating, cable length, and shielding to match your vessel’s specific installation requirements. Contact our engineering team with your drawings or requirements for a project-specific quote.
Why XinHarness
Offshore instrumentation cabling draws on the same corrosion-resistant, DNV GL-approved construction standards used across our Marine Division. See the Marine industry page, or request a quote for your project. For related technical background, see our article on how to select the right connectors for waterproof applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, marine assemblies including the Offshore Platform Instrumentation Cable Assembly are built using corrosion-resistant materials and can be configured with IP67/IP68-rated waterproof connectors.
Our marine cable assemblies are manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management and can be built to relevant marine industry standards on request.
Yes, we regularly customize connector types, cable lengths, and routing configurations to match specific vessel layouts and equipment.
