Abstract: A small-gauge signal cable has a fiber core of a strong fiber such as aramid, a plurality of conductor wires stranded around the fiber core, a coating of conductive polymer over the stranded conductor wires, and an outer jacket. The fiber core gives the cable greater flexibility and break strength. The conductive coating serves as a protective layer to allow the outer jacket to be stripped easily without damaging the conductor wires. A connector is installed on the cable by crimping the connector directly onto the conductive polymer coating. The conductive polymer coating provides retention of the conductor wires in the proper concentric fabricated orientation for reduced wire fatigue at the point adjacent the connector.