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In modern industrial and automation applications, fast and reliable networking solutions are essential. This where the Industrial Data Bus Cable comes in handy.These cables ensure maximum network flexibility in industrial applications. Industrial data cables are used to transmit data signals in digital form from one point to another in most of our industries.

These cables are readily available at Nassau electrical, a renowned supplier of cables and wire products. The biggest challenge faced by most cable suppliers is supplying cables that are reliable in transmitting large volumes of data and also meeting the market requirements. At Nassau electrical, cables supplied are designed to meet market requirements, constant reliability and relatively durable.

This cable is design to perform very well in data communication applications, harsh environments and high temperatures that’s why it’s the most sort after cable in industrial applications. It operates in a wide range of temperatures that’s another added advantage to this cable.

On this post I will share with you the application areas of this cable and its amazing features, let’s get on the details.

Construction
These cables are very unique from the other cables when it comes to its construction. They have insulators, conductors, outer shield drain wire, inner shield and outer jackets.This type of construction maximizes its reliability in areas of application and optimizes safety. The outer jacket covers both the insulators and the outer shield drain wire.

Conductors
A conducting material is very crucial in any cable product its where electrical current is conducted and data is being transmitted. Most conductors in most cable products are made of copper and it’s not exceptional when it comes to the industrial data bus cable its conductor is made of silver coated copper alloy. Because the data bus cable is used in applications whereby a lot of bending is required the conductor should be designed to allow this hence copper is used.

Copper also performs very well when it comes to transmission of signals and electricity that’s why it’s the most sort after material when it comes to the conductor because if its excellent properties. In the market, if you look keenly you will find Industrial Bus Cables with different types of copper conductors it just depends with your needs. There are 22, 24 and 26 AWG types of conductors in the cables. It all depends with weight, electricity and space required for your application. It’s very important to get the one that matches your needs.

Insulation
The main insulation material used in this type of cable is usually polyethylene or Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), depending on the type of cable or application area. These materials are used as insulators due to their toughness and their property of being a non-conductor hence enables direct contact by the users of the cable. Its toughness comes as an amazing feature of its insulator whereby it makes the cable resist damage which may be caused during installation. This makes the cable durable even in harsh environmental conditions. Polyethylene is also flame retardant making the cable functional even in case of a fire breakout.

Components of the Industrial Data Bus Cable
Outer shield drain wire
This part of the cable is mainly made of a conducting material. The conducting material used is usually tinned copper wire. As hinted earlier copper has superb conductivity properties in fact it’s the best hence it’s mainly used in cables for conductivity purposes. The copper wire is mainly stranded in the cable for flexibility which ensures the cable performs well in its applications.

Inner shield
Some of the various types of industrial data bust cables have an inner shield which is usually made up of Aluminum Foil-Polyester Tape. This is used as an inner shield because aluminum has a good conductivity rate and also on the other hand it’s a very tough material to work with.

Outer cable jacket
The work of a cable jacket is to ensure maximum protection from any sorts of damage. The material used for the jacket is required to be tough and resistant to any forms of external forces that may cause damage to the cable which in turn makes the cable durable. Data bust cables found at Nassau electrical meets this requirements in terms of cable jacketing used. The main materials used in this situation are mainly polyvinyl chloride (PVC) which is very tough and highly resistant to damage.

Features and benefits of industrial data bus cable
This cable has numerous benefits and features which provides reliability on the side of the consumer. Due to its numerous benefits, it’s the most sort after cable in the market where industrial applications that involve data transmission is needed. For starters this cable can work very well in both high and low temperatures; this proves that the cable can work in a wide range of temperatures. The operating temperature of this cable is usually -20 degrees Celsius and 75 degrees Celsius in both low and high temperatures respectively.

The cable also has superb flame retardant properties, as hinted earlier the materials used in its construction are flame retardant which in turn makes the cable to possess these features. This property enables it to function very well regardless of any situation whereby fire flames are involved. The shield installed in the cable also acts to prevent any electromagnetic interference that may occur during transmission of data signals. This is very essential since the cables are expected to transmit data from one point to another at fast rates. It enables peer-to-peer messaging which is an added advantage to the user. As hinted earlier it has a robust interface which enhances reliability in its applications. They are also designed in a unique way such that they are very easy to install and start up.

These cables are also cheap in the market and due to its durability it saves you money and at the same time it performs very well. Industrial data bus cables are also designed to resist abrasion and sunlight this is an advantage added to it considering it harsh working conditions.

Due to the nature of the environment these cables are designed to work in, a flexible copper conductor is used. As I mentioned earlier this enables the cable to bend without causing any damage to the cable. It also provides immediate and real time data this on the other hand clearly shows that the cable can deliver fast data transmission speeds to our customers. The cable has a twisted pair design which enables removal of electromagnetic interference that may come from the other twisted pairs or other external forces hence data signals are transmitted with minimal errors. With this type of design noises are also reduced. They also enable complete peer-to-peer data exchange using multiple devices and communication layers. It also ensures security of the data being transmitted which builds confidence to the user on the safety of the information being delivered.

Specifications
Cables are required by law to meet certain standards; the industrial data bust cable is in line with AWM specification. This standard is responsible for testing maximum operating voltage and temperature hence approved for use in the tested temperatures.

These cables are also in line with the NEC which stands for the National Electric code and is responsible for checking the cables electric properties. With the above specifications it can build confidence in the product. Other specifications may include PMSHA Specification, Customer Part Number Reference Specification and EU directive.

Ratings

1.Operating temperature range is between -40°C To +80°C
2.UL Temperature rating : 80°C (UL AWM Style 2464)
3.Maximum recommended pulling tension is 48 lbs
4.The bulk cable weight is 36lbs/1000ft
5.Minimum bend radius/Minor axis is 2400in
6.Maximum operating voltage is 300v
7.Nominal Outer Shield DC Resistance at 20°C (Ohm/1000 ft)
8.Maximum recommended current is 6.1 Amps
9.Normal capacitance conductor to conductor (Pf/ft) is 33
10.The ratings depend on the type of data bust cable but the mentioned ones are the main cable ratings.

Certification and approvals
For safety purposes it is advisable to go for products that have been tested and proven safe to use by international agencies. It’s highly recommended when purchasing this products you have to ensure they are in line with these standards. At Nassau electrical we ensure our cable products are certified and safe to use for our customers. These standards also test reliability and durability of the cable hence builds confidence of our customers in our products. The industrial data bust cable found at Nassau electrical meets the following standards;

1.UL Flame test
2.RoHS Compliant
3.EU Directive
4.NEC Specification
5.Plenum rated
6.CA Prop 65

With the approval of the above agencies you can be confident in your product that it’s safe to use and also friendly to the environment.

Types of industrial data bus cable
There are various types of data bust cables found in the market it just depends on which type will meet your desired needs. The types of data bus cables are as follows;

1.Profibus Cables
2.Interbus-S Cables
4.Profibus-DP Cables
5.Industrial Ethernet cables
6.USB 2.0 Cable
7.SafetyBUS p Cables
8.Hybrid field bus cables
9.CAN-Bus Cables
10.Device Net Cables

Mentioned above are the various categories of data bus cables found on the market. At Nassau electrical we supply the market with all types of data bus cables to meet your specific needs. The following are the types of data bus cables found at Nassau electrical;

1.Belden Cable Blue Hose 9463 Cable
2.Belden Cable CC-Link Cable
3.Belden Cable ControlNet Cable
4.Belden Cable DeviceNet Cable
5.Belden Cable Foundation Fieldbus Cable
6.Belden Cable Interbus-S Cable
7.Belden Cable LonWorks Cable
8.Belden Cable ProfiBus Cable
9.Belden Cable RS-485 Cable

Applications of industrial data bus cable
Mostly, data bus cables are used in the digital transmission of data signals from one point to another. They are mainly used in UPS systems, large ships,oil-drilling ships and automotive industry. The cables can also be used in the following areas;

1.Used in Video surveillance
2.Used in Industrial automation
3.Used in passenger information systems
4.Used in primary and secondary feeders
5.Used in On-board railway Ethernet
6.Internet
7.Can be used in Wi-Fi networks 

Why buy an industrial data bus cable 
You should opt for this type of cable because of the many wonderful features it possesses. As mentioned earlier this cable is very flexible which makes it very easy to install. The cable is also designed to offer maximum resistance to external forces that may cause damage to it, which makes the cable very durable. These cables also come at pocket friendly prices which make them very affordable and also easy to maintain. They also have a bend radius which enables the data bus cable to perfectly fit in lowest clearance applications and maneuver around properly.

Conclusion
In the modern world whereby technology keeps on developing day by day such cables are very crucial in modern development. They are the best cables to go for due to their flexibility, reliability, affordability and most of all its wonderful resistance to abrasion and other external forces. It’s also very crucial to get these products from reliable suppliers and manufacturers in order to build your confidence in the product bought.

Where to get an industrial data bus cable
These cables can be found with many electrical suppliers and manufacturers in the market but it’s advisable to choose the right supplier for your cable products. Most suppliers out there are a sham and are only interested in your contract so that they can mint some cash out of you so you need to be careful. We at Nassau Electrical Supply a renowned supplier of wire and cable products are determined in meeting our customers’ needs. We also ensure our customers are not disappointed in the products and services we provide. Any product from Nassau electrical can never go wrong.

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