Test reports for data cables

Discover all our test reports on the durability tests for our data cables here.

Data cable CF240.PUR.02.18

Test number:

4221

bend radius:

75mm (factor 8.5xd)

service life:

30 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CF240.PUR.02.18 was to be analysed in an e-chain with a 75mm radius.
The test showed that the expected service life of the CF240.PUR data cable amounts to 30 million strokes, which means that the cable can also withstand high mechanical loads in the long term.

Using the CF240.PUR in practice

Various requirements are placed on machine tools. Among other things, the required durability must be met. In addition, the economic efficiency of each individual machine must be guaranteed. The service life of the components used is crucial here. The new control panels of machine tools are more powerful than before, slimmer and often freely movable. As these are harsh industrial environments, a robust supply cable is important. This usually requires a data cable with a high-quality shield.

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Data cable CF298.05.04

Test number:

4932

bend radius:

18mm (factor 3.1xd)

service life:

54 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CF298.05.04 was to be analysed in an e-chain with an 18mm radius.

The test showed that the data cable CF298.05.04 can withstand 54 million strokes and reliably transmit safety-relevant signals even in the smallest installation spaces.

Use of the CF298 in practice

Reliability and safety are key aspects when it comes to trains and railways. Strict safety requirements and harsh environmental conditions apply to railway technology. One example of this is the safety edges of doors in trains. Here, the very tight installation space is a challenge for the cable, as it is subject to heavy strain.

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Data cable CF211

Test number:

4901

bend radius:

75mm (factor 7.5xd)

service life:

53 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CF211 was to be analysed in an e-chain with a 75mm radius on a short travel.

The test showed that the expected service life of the CF211 data cable amounts to over 53 million strokes. This also confirms that inexpensive chainflex PVC data cables are reliable and have a long service life.

Use of the CF211 in practice

Crown caps, toothbrushes, computer housings, laundry baskets - all these products are manufactured using the injection moulding process. Injection moulding machines are used when products need to be produced in large quantities. Injection moulding also has the advantage that the items can be produced with high precision in a short time. However, these advantages of the process also place high electrical and mechanical demands on the cables used in the machine. Our CF211 data cable has a twisted pair construction and an overall shield for high EMC protection. This ensures reliable and precise data transmission.

The machines are in continuous use and have to produce quickly so that large quantities can be produced. Added to this is the dry and hot air that prevails in halls with injection moulding machines. The chainflex CF211 data cable has a long service life, and short travel distances and short strokes in particular are no problem. The PVC outer jacket is ideally suited for dry environments due to its low flammability and good abrasion properties.

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