TKD Kabel creates space in the drag chain. The KAWEFLEX® 5288 OCT hybrid cable series combines power and signal transmission in a robust cable that can withstand millions of bending cycles over long distances without any loss of performance. Thanks to One Cable Technology, the servo cables reduce cabling requirements by up to 50 percent.
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The assembly of drag chains is considered challenging. Different cables for different media must operate side by side, and under heavy continuous use. To ensure functionality and reliability, it helps to keep installation costs low. TKD Kabel offers solutions based on One Cable Technology (OCT). This technology combines the transmission of energy and digital feedback signals in a single cable. This saves space, time, and costs, as only one cable needs to be ordered, laid, and stored.
Designed for demanding applications
The KAWEFLEX® 5288 OCT hybrid cable series from TKD Kabel is designed for use in drag chains, where it serves as a connection between servo controllers and motors, among other applications. As low-capacitance cables, they ensure stable feedback transmission over long distances without signal distortion. A tinned copper braid reliably shields the cores against electromagnetic interference. Thanks to their compact design and special stranding technology, the cables are not only lightweight. Compared to conventional servo cables, KAWEFLEX® 5288 OCT can reduce installation requirements by up to 50 percent.
One of the most comprehensive portfolios of hybrid cables
Like all KAWEFLEX® products, the OCT design is also built for robust use. It is temperature-resistant up to 90°C and stable against oil and, to a large extent, against greases, coolants, and lubricants. The service life of these RoHS-compliant cables is high, with up to 10 million bending cycles. KAWEFLEX® 5288 OCT comprises more than 15 different hybrid cable types, which enable minimum bending radii of up to 5x d. TKD thus offers one of the most comprehensive portfolios of hybrid cables for highly dynamic applications.
Ready-made for leading manufacturer standards
The cables in the KAWEFLEX® 5288 OCT series are available in assemblies for the protocols of the six most important drive systems. With its CONNECTivity assembly service, TKD Kabel offers cables that can be purchased ready for connection. Servo assemblies for leading manufacturer standards are available directly from stock, especially for motor and feedback cables. This saves users valuable installation time on the machine: the cables are easy to connect and ready for immediate use.