Belden Adds 2000 Volt Variable Frequency Drive Cables to Existing Line of Classic

and Symmetrical VFD Cable Designs

Belden, a world leader in the development of signal transmission products for the
industrial, enterprise, building management, broadcast, and security markets,
announces the addition of new 2000 Volt VFD cable designs to its existing line of
Variable Frequency AC motor drive cables.

Richmond, IN, October 06, 2009 -- Belden (NYSE: BDC), a world leader in the
development of signal transmission products for the industrial, enterprise,
building management, broadcast, and security markets, announces the addition of
new 2000 Volt VFD cable designs to its existing line of Variable Frequency AC
motor drive cables. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) regulate the speed of a 3-
phase AC electric motor by controlling the frequency and voltage of the power they
deliver to the motor. These drives are becoming prevalent in a wide range of
industrial applications since they offer multiple benefits, including the ability
to save substantial amounts of energy during motor operation, making them an
attractive and economical “green” solution.

The new 2000V VFD Cable designs added to Belden’s line include:
Classic Design VFD Cables, 14 to 2 AWG, with Beldfoil(R) plus TC Braid Shield.
Similar to Belden’s other classic VFD cables, this series of seven cables features
oversized XLPE insulation to provide the lowest capacitance available in a VFD
cable. Highly effective dual shielding provides the lowest resistance to ground
path, which improves common mode current containment. The 85 percent braid
coverage offers optimum EMI low frequency noise protection, while the 100 percent
aluminum/Mylar tape shield offers RFI high frequency noise protection. Also
included in the smooth, round cables are full-size, insulated green ground wires
with a yellow stripe and drain wires for ease of installation and termination.

Symmetrical Design, Large AWG (1 to 4/0), with Spiral Copper Tape Shield. Similar
to Belden’s other Symmetrical cables, this series of five cables combines the
benefits of Belden’s classic VFD cables with additional features for use on
larger, more powerful AC motor drives. Highly effective shielding provides a low
resistance ground path, which improves common mode current containment. Spirally
applied dual copper tape shields provide 100 percent coverage, coupled with
improved flexibility and EMI/RFI noise protection. Three symmetrical bare ground
wires provide a balanced ground system to reduce the likelihood of premature motor
bearing or motor insulation failure.

All of Belden’s new 2000V UL 1277 Type TC-ER cables are UL rated for direct
burial, feature black sunlight- and oil-resistant PVC jackets, and meet all
applicable industry standards and specifications for VFD cables.

Belden Industrial Solutions

Belden also offers a comprehensive line of industrial solutions consisting of
Hirschmann(TM) switches and active networking devices, Lumberg Automation(TM)
connectivity, and Belden cables – all manufactured to provide 99.999% reliability
for your standard industrial, extreme environment or mission-critical
applications.

Belden is the only company to offer a Complete Industrial Solution for Ethernet
applications. This matched end-to-end system offers its users maximum uptime and
complete peace of mind -- no matter the environment.

For more information about Belden VFD Cables for AC motor drive applications,
request 2000V VFD Capabilities Flyer or New Product Bulletin #235. Contact Belden
at P.O. Box 1980, Richmond, Indiana 47375, 1.800.BELDEN.1. FAX: 765.983.5294. Or
visit our Web site: www.belden.com/industrial.

Contact :Belden(R), Chris Daulton, 1.800.BELDEN.1

About Belden
Belden is a customer focused company. We ensure that our customers’ communications
infrastructure issues are resolved and that they benefit from the best signal
transmission performance for their investment. We deliver leading-edge copper and
fiber cabling/connectivity systems, wireless technologies, and active switch
devices. We employ customer-centric go-to-market strategies and we implement and
retain world class manufacturing processes. Our partners span the globe, helping
our customers design, install, operate and maintain their communications
applications. And our experience is vast, including expertise in Enterprise,
Industrial, Infrastructure, Transportation, Professional and Enterprise Audio and
Video, and Government applications. To obtain additional information contact
Investor Relations at 314-854-8054, or visit our website at www.belden.com.

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