Applications of bus cables
Table of contents
- Applications of Industrial ETHERNET cables
- Applications of Profinet cables
- Applications of Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE)
- Applications of USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 cables
- Applications of Profibus cables
- Applications of CAN-Bus cables
- Applications of DeviceNet™ cables
- Applications of INTERBUS-S cables · remote bus cables · installation remote bus cables
- Applications of SafetyBUS p cables
Industrial Ethernet is the use of Ethernet technology in industrial environments for the networking of machines, control units and other devices. It offers high reliability, speed and real-time communication that is decisive for automation processes. Compared to standard data network it is robust in order to withstand extreme environmental conditions as for example dust, humidity, vibration and temperature fluctuations. Industrial protocols as Profinet enlarge the Ethernet technology in order to guarantee real-time capability.
Industrial Ethernet supports small local networks as well as big geographically spread facilities. In general Industrial Ethernet forms the basis for modern, connected and intelligent production systems. Industrial Ethernet cables are different from standard network cables due to their robustness and their special construction for industrial environments. They are more robust against mechanical stress as for example bending, traction, vibration and abrasion. Furthermore, they are often resistant against extreme temperatures, humidity, oil and chemicals. The screen is reinforced in order to minimize electromagnetic interferences that may arise in industrial plants by machines and motors.
Industrial Ethernet cables have a longer service life and can be used for flexible applications as cable chains or robots. The cable sheath is often made of halogen free or flame retardant materials in order to meet higher safety requirements. Furthermore, they accomplish more stringent standards and certifications with regard to flame protection or environmental resistance. In total industrial Ethernet cables have been developed especially for the requirements of industrial and automation environments.
Industrial Ethernet supports different transfer rates that vary depending on protocol, application or used hardware.
The most current transfer rates are:
100 Mbit/s (Fast Ethernet - 100BaseTX) – CATLine CAT 5 / Profinet
1 Gbit/s (Gigabit Ethernet - 1000BaseT) – CATLine CAT 5e / CAT 6
Standard in modern industrial Ethernet networks, offer a higher bandwidth for data intensive applications.
10 Gbit/s (High-Speed Ethernet - 10GBaseT) – CATLine Cat 6A / Cat 7A
Increasingly in High-End-Applications as industry 4.0, image processing and big data networks.
Industrial Ethernet Cables Profinet
Profinet is mainly used in industrial automation where a reliable, quick and often real time communication between machines, control units (SPS), sensor and actuator is necessary. As industrial Ethernet protocol Profinet uses in general 2 pairs of cores and reaches 100 Mbit/s (Fast Ethernet). For the industrial application optimised Profinet cables offer a better screening, a higher resistance against oils and chemicals as well as a higher mechanical resistance compared with standard Ethernet cables.
Type description | Technical description |
| PN 662 | PVC Profinet cable type B for flexible applications |
| PN 663 | PVC Profinet cable type B for flexible applications with UL recognition |
| S PN 668 | PUR Profinet cable type C, continuously flexible, suitable for cable tracks |
| S PN 669 | PUR Profinet cable type C, continuously flexible, suitable for cable tracks with UL recognition |
| PN 654 | PVC Profinet cable type A for fixed installation |
| PN 654 UL | PVC Profinet cable type A for fixed installation with UL recognition |
| PN 660 | halogen-free Profinet cable type B for flexible applications |
| PN 661 | halogen-free Profinet cable type B for flexible applications with UL recognition |
| S PN 667 | Profinet cable type C, continuously flexible with UL recognition, CSA approval |
Industrial Ethernet Cables CAT 5
Type description | Technical description |
| DR PN 689 P Highflex | PUR reeling Profinet cable / CAT 5 cable |
| RT PN 668 | PUR Profinet cable suitable for robots |
| PN 668 | PUR Profinet cable type R, suitable for robots with UL recognition |
Industrial Gigabit Ethernet Cables CAT 5e / CAT 6/A / CAT 7A
Type description | Technical description |
| CATLine CAT 6 S | CAT 6 Gigabit Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks with UL recognition, CSA approval |
| CATLine CAT 6A S | CAT 6A Gigabit Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks with UL recognition, CSA approval |
| CATLine CAT 6 RT | CAT 6 Gigabit Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks and robots with UL recognition, CSA approval |
| CATLine CAT 6A RT | CAT 6A Gigabit Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks and robots with UL recognition, CSA approval |
| CATLine CAT 6A HT | CAT 6A Gigabit Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks and robots with UL recognition, CSA approval |
| CATLine CAT 7A S | CAT 7A Gigabit Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks with UL recognition, CSA approval |
| CATLine CAT 7A RT | CAT 7A Gigabit Ethernet cable, suitable for robots with UL recognition, CSA approva |
| CATLine CAT 5e DR | reeling CAT 5e Industrial Ethernet cable |
| CATLine CAT 6A DR | reeling CAT 6A Gigabit Ethernet cable |
| CATLine CAT 7A DR | reeling CAT 7A Gigabit Ethernet cable |
Single-Pair-Ethernet Cables
Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) plays a major role with regard to efficient network of devices in the field. It enables the direct connection of sensors and actuators to industrial networks. In this way additional gateways become redundant. SPE supports the communication of numerous IoT devices which are an integral part of smart factories. In control and automation systems SPE is the connection between subordinated end devices and superior networks.
A special advantage of SPE is the support of Power over Data Line (PoDL). Herewith, devices can be supplied with data and current via one single pair. This technology reduces not only the installation efforts and costs but also makes possible a robust and future oriented network for industrial applications.
Type description | Technical description |
| CATLine SPE C-Track | Single-Pair-Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks with UL recognition |
| CATLine SPE C-Track Hybrid | Single-Pair-Ethernet cable, suitable for cable tracks with power supply and UL recognition |
| CATLine SPE Robot | Single-Pair-Ethernet cable, suitable for robots with UL recognition |
| CATLine SPE HT | Single-Pair-Ethernet cable, high temperature resistant with UL recognition |
| CATLine SPE Rugged | Single-Pair-Ethernet cable for robust indoor and outdoor use |
Industrial Ethernet Cables especially for use in rail vehicles acc. to EN 45545-2
Type description | Technical description |
| CATLine CAT 5e R | halogen-free CAT 5e Industrial Ethernet cable |
| CATLine CAT 6A R | halogen-free CAT 6A Gigabit Ethernet cable |
| CATLine CAT 7A R | halogen-free CAT 7A Gigabit Ethernet cable |
| CATLine CAT 5e R flex | halogen-free CAT 5e Industrial Ethernet cable, continuously flexible |
| CATLine CAT 6A R flex | halogen-free CAT 6A Gigabit Ethernet cable, continuously flexible |
| CATLine CAT 7A R flex | halogen-free CAT 7A Gigabit Ethernet cable, continuously flexible |
Industrial Ethernet Cables especially for maritime use
Type description | Technical description |
| CATLine CAT 5e BL | halogen-free CAT 5e Industrial Ethernet cable with ABS Type Approval and UL recognition |
| CATLine CAT 6A BL | halogen-free CAT 6A Gigabit Ethernet cable with ABS Type Approval and UL recognition |
| CATLine CAT 7A BL | halogen-free CAT 7A Gigabit Ethernet cable with ABS Type Approval and UL recognition |
The SAB robot cable USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 was developed for high frequency data transmission in industry. In the industry intelligent image processing systems are very important. They are the key to more efficiency, precision and productivity with the installation and treatment by robots for the most different applications. Whether for the identification of parts and components, for visual inspection, welded seam control or for the collection of bar codes or type tests; wherever a quick and reliable collection and transmission of data from the camera to the industrial PC are absolutely important.
Our highly flexible robot cable USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 was especially developed for this application. It guarantees excellent transmission characteristics as it is demanded for intelligent image processing under extreme industrial application conditions. The use of PC compatible components make possible the recourse to established standards and simplifies further treatment in electronic data processing systems.
USB 2.0 cables & wires
Type description | Technical description |
| USB 2.0 | Flexible USB 2.0 Cable |
| USB 2.0 UL | Flexible USB 2.0 Cable with UL recognition |
| USB 2.0 FRNC | Halogen-free flexible USB 2.0 cable |
| USB 2.0 S | USB 2.0 cable, continuously flexible, suitable for cable tracks |
| USB 2.0 S UL/CSA | USB 2.0 cable with UL recognition, CSA approval, continuously flexible, suitable for cable tracks |
| USB 2.0 RT UL/CSA | USB 2.0 cable with UL recognition, CSA approval, continuously flexible, suitable for robots |
| SABIX® USB 2.0 flex | halogen-free continuously flexible SABIX® USB 2.0 Rail cable acc. to EN 45545-2 |
USB 3.0 cables & wires
Type description | Technical description |
| USB 3.0 S | USB 3.0 cable with UL recognition, continuously flexible, suitable for cable tracks |
| USB 3.0 RT | USB 3.0 cable with UL recognition, continuously flexible, suitable for robots |
| USB 3.0 M | USB 3.0 cable for the application in medical technology, flexible |
PROFIBUS systems are especially made for process automation (PA). PROFIBUS is standardised acc. to IEC 61158 that means best interoperability of components from different manufacturers. The modular peripheral construction (DP: decentralised periphery) of the bus system simplifies installation and maintenance. The PROFIBUS type A is generally used in current systems, cables of PROFIBUS type B are only used for replacement purpose in already existing systems.
Fast Connect cable construction
These cables mostly have a radial symmetric construction. This enables the use of special stripping tools that make possible a quicker and easier harnessing and installation.
Cables for a Controller Area Network have been standardised for different application fields. The largest spreading has got the high speed type acc. to ISO 11898-2. The bus is optimised for a band efficient digital information exchange on the controller level.
Type description | Technical description |
| SABIX® 624 FRNC C1 | Halogen-free, flame retardant CAN-Bus cable acc. to NF C 32-070 C1 |
| CB 627 | CAN-bus cable with UL recognition |
| S CB 628 | Halogen-free CAN-bus cable for cable tracks with UL recognition |
| DR CB 689 P Highflex | reeling CAN-Bus cable |
Based on CAN structures DeviceNet was developed for the industrial process automation on the North American continent. This system is divided into Trunk and Drop cable.
Type description | Technical description |
| DN 650 | PVC DeviceNet™ cable with overall copper screen and UL recognition |
| DN 657 | halogen-free, flexible DeviceNet™ cable with overall copper screen |
| DN 658 | highly flexible DeviceNet™ cable with overall copper screen and UL recognition |
| DN 658 robot cable/Drop | highly flexible DeviceNet™ cable, suitable for robots with overall copper screen and UL recognition |
SafetyBUS is an open bus system that has been especially optimised for the transmission of data with regard to machine safety: the consistency of data with regard to time and contents have highest priority. SafetyBUS fulfils a variety of highest standards to guarantee the protection of humans and goods during production.
Type description | Technical description |
| SBP 680 | SafetyBUS p cable for fixed installation |
| S SBP 684 Move | SafetyBUS p cable for flexible applications |