Engineered for continuous reciprocating motion, stable industrial data transmission and dependable EMI protection in robots, CNC equipment, automated lines and moving monitoring systems.
This high-flex industrial Ethernet cable family is designed for repeated drag-chain movement. Fine-stranded oxygen-free copper conductors and HDPE insulation help maintain electrical stability, while pair-twisted cores support reliable data transmission during continuous motion.
The illustrated shielded PVC construction combines an aluminum-foil layer, high-coverage tinned-copper braid and elastic double jacket. Shielded, unshielded, PVC and PUR configurations are available for Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat7 requirements.
Every layer is selected to protect signal integrity and mechanical life inside demanding industrial drag-chain systems.
High-flex conductor stranding and elastic jacket materials withstand frequent reciprocating movement under specified test conditions.
Aluminum foil plus tinned-copper braid delivers ≥92% braid coverage for strong resistance to electromagnetic interference.
Special elastic PVC resists oil, bending, abrasion and tensile stress. PUR jacket options are available for more demanding environments.
Color-coded HDPE-insulated cores are precisely pair twisted and cabled to preserve transmission consistency during movement.
| Product family | Industrial high-flex drag chain Ethernet cable |
|---|---|
| Ethernet categories | Cat5e / Cat6 / Cat7, configuration dependent |
| Conductor size | 24 AWG |
| Rated voltage | 30 V |
| Voltage test | 2 kV AC for 5 minutes |
| Fixed temperature | -30°C to +105°C |
| Dynamic temperature | -15°C to +90°C |
| Shield coverage | ≥92% for braided shielded constructions |
| Unsupported speed | Up to 3 m/s |
| Gliding speed | Up to 2 m/s |
| Bending life | More than 20 million cycles under specified test conditions |
| Standard packing | 100 m per roll; reel packing available |
| Standard colors | Black / orange / green; custom colors available |
Select a standard construction below or send us your required category, shielding, jacket material and installation parameters for a customized solution.
| Cable Model | Overall Diameter (mm) | Conductor Construction (24 AWG) | Outer Jacket Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-Core Cat5e SFTP Double-Shielded Drag Chain Cable | 5.5 | 2 × 2 × 11/0.16 AS | Black |
| 4-Core Cat5e SFTP Double-Shielded Drag Chain Cable | 5.5 | 2 × 2 × 11/0.16 AS | Green |
| 8-Core Cat5e UTP Unshielded Drag Chain Cable | 6.0 | 4 × 2 × 11/0.16 AS | Green |
| 8-Core Cat5e SFTP Double-Shielded Drag Chain Cable | 6.4 | 4 × 2 × 11/0.16 AS | Black |
| 8-Core Cat5e SFTP Double-Shielded Drag Chain Cable | 6.4 | 4 × 2 × 11/0.16 AS | Green |
| 8-Core Cat5e SFTP Double-Shielded, Double-Jacketed Drag Chain Cable | 6.6 | 4 × 2 × 11/0.16 AS | Green |
| 8-Core Cat6 UTP Unshielded Drag Chain Cable with Cross Separator | 6.2 | 4 × 2 × 20/0.12 AS | Orange |
| 8-Core Cat6A SFTP Double-Shielded Drag Chain Cable with Cross Separator | 6.5 | 4 × 2 × 20/0.12 AS | Orange |
| 8-Core Cat7 SFTP Double-Shielded Drag Chain Cable with Cross Separator | 6.5 | 4 × 2 × 20/0.12 AS | Orange |
| 4-Core Shielded Twisted-Pair PUR Drag Chain Cable | 5.5 | 2 × 2 × 20/0.12 AS | Black |
| 8-Core Shielded Twisted-Pair PUR Drag Chain Cable | 6.8 | 4 × 2 × 20/0.12 AS | Black |
| 8-Core Shielded Twisted-Pair, Double-Jacketed PUR Drag Chain Cable | 7.0 | 4 × 2 × 20/0.12 AS | Black |
Multi-stranded oxygen-free copper provides flexibility and stable conductivity during repeated motion.
Color-coded HDPE insulation supports controlled electrical performance and easy pair identification.
Precisely twisted pairs are collectively cabled to maintain geometry and reduce signal disturbance.
A special mixed elastic PVC layer cushions the core assembly and improves mechanical stability.
Aluminum foil and ≥92% braid coverage create a robust EMI barrier for shielded models.
Oil-resistant, bend-resistant and abrasion-resistant protection in black, orange, green or a custom color.
Moving arms, joints and robotic handling systems
Machine-tool communication and control networks
Continuous data links in production and logistics equipment
Video monitoring, inspection cameras and mobile terminals
Conductor, insulation, shielding and jacket materials are checked against the production specification.
Pair twist, cabling geometry, shielding coverage and jacket appearance are monitored during production.
Continuity and specified electrical tests, including the referenced 2 kV AC / 5 min test, are completed.
Bending performance is validated using defined radius, travel, speed and cycle conditions.
CE documentation is available for applicable industrial drag-chain Ethernet cable models. Confirm the exact model when requesting documents.
Request the construction drawing, outer diameter, conductor specification and validated motion parameters for your selected configuration.
The product family includes Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat7 configurations. Core count, shielding and separator construction depend on the selected category and performance target.
Yes. The referenced high-flex construction is designed for more than 20 million bending cycles under specified test conditions. Actual life depends on radius, travel, speed, acceleration and installation quality.
UTP is unshielded. SFTP versions use foil and braid shielding for stronger EMI protection and are recommended for electrically noisy industrial environments.
Yes. Elastic PVC is the referenced standard construction, while PUR jacket and PUR double-jacket configurations are available for applications requiring enhanced oil, abrasion and mechanical resistance.
Please provide Ethernet category, core count, shield type, jacket material and color, required length, motion speed, travel distance, bend radius and operating temperature.
Share the Ethernet category, drag-chain travel, speed, bending radius, temperature, shielding requirement and order length. Rolan Cable will match the construction to your application.
