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Data and communication cables support commercial and industrial applications. Styles includes Cat5e, Cat6/6a, Cat7/7a/7e, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Profibus, Profinet, and IO-Link transmission; flexing versions are available for certain styles. Order cables cut to length, or in any bulk length.

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Data and Communication Cable

Data and communication cables are widely used in industrial applications to transmit data between devices using a variety of communication protocols and wiring standards. Cable types include commercial and industrial grade Ethernet and Profinet cable, serial cables, and specialized models for applications such as IO-Link. Cables from Quabbin, Southwire, LUTZE, igus, and Helukabel ensure high-quality, dependable installations, cut to length in one-foot increments, with minimum footage dependent on part number.

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Continuous Flexing Industrial Ethernet Cable

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  • Helukabel HELUKAT continuous flexing industrial Ethernet cables

Quabbin, LUTZE, and Helukabel continuous flexing industrial Ethernet cables were developed to survive the many industrial hazards that commercial jackets will not. These cables' jackets provide very stable electrical performance, even when the cables are impacted, bent, or repeatedly flexed.

  • 2 or 4 twisted pairs or 1 star quad assembly
  • Available in shielded or unshielded versions depending on AWG size
  • Ideal for use in EtherNet/IP systems
  • Available in Cat5/5e or 6/6a wiring standards
  • Select cables offered in Type CMX Outdoor - CM or AWM Style 2463
  • Specifically designed and tested for continuous flexing industrial applications
  • Ratings for outdoor use and flame resistance, depending on model

Quabbin DataMax Extreme Cables

  • Zero halogen flame retardant (ZHFR), flame retardant thermoplastic elastomer (FR-TPE), PVC, polyurethane, or thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) jackets in teal or black, depending on style/cable sizes
  • Made in the USA

LUTZE MOTIONFLEX Cables

  • Abrasion, sunlight, and oil-resistant TPE teal colored jacket designed for harsh industrial environments and operating conditions with high noise levels
  • Suitable for motion applications with continuous movement, flexing, and torsional stress
  • Ecolab certified resistance to common cleaning agents and chemicals used in washdown procedures

Helukabel HELUKAT Cables

  • Up to 1000V voltage rating
  • Flame-retardant and halogen-free jacket materials allowing for use in extreme industrial environments

Starting at
/ ft. (20 ft. min.)
(Q5772-1)

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Industrial Ethernet Cable

Newest Additions!

  • Helukabel HELUKAT industrial Ethernet cables

Quabbin, LUTZE, and Helukabel industrial Ethernet cables can be installed in demanding industrial environments, are resistant to sun and rain, and feature additional flame resistance.

  • 2 or 4 twisted pairs
  • Shielded or unshielded
  • Ideal for use in EtherNet/IP systems
  • Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7, Cat7a, and Cat7e wiring standards
  • Industrial Ethernet cables with varying flexibility

Quabbin DataMax Extreme Ethernet Cables

  • Rugged black PVC jacket with excellent chemical, moisture, and flame resistance, and exceptional low temperature flexibility
  • PLTC rated for cable tray applications
  • UL Type CMX outdoor
  •  Made in the USA

LUTZE Ethernet Cables

  • Abrasion, sunlight, and oil resistant TPE teal colored jacket designed for harsh industrial environments and operating conditions with high noise levels
  • Ecolab certified resistance to common cleaning agents and chemicals used in washdown procedures
  • UL Type CMX outdoor

Helukabel HELUKAT Industrial Ethernet Cables

  • Available in Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7, Cat7a, and Cat7e versions with either polyurethane or PVC jackets, in varying flexibility
  • PUR jackets provide a higher degree of chemical resistance and are very elastic, which makes them an ideal choice for continuous-flex and robotic applications
  • Flame-retardant and halogen-free jacket materials allowing for use in extreme industrial environments

Starting at
/ ft. (20 ft. min.)
(Q5506-1)

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Commercial Ethernet Cable

Ethernet cables from Quabbin exceed the requirements of ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, and are suitable for applications from 10 Base-T to 1000 Base-T (Gigabit Ethernet).

The round, smooth design of this cable allows flexibility and easy manipulation between devices during installation and routing, and also increases the durability of the cable. Durability is paramount when considering a lifetime of "moves and changes" that can occur in a dynamic network environment.

  • Available in Category 5e, 6, 6e, or 6a wiring standards
  • 26 or 24 AWG stranded tinned copper or bare solid copper conductors, depending on model
  • 4 twisted pairs
  • PVC, HDPE, polyurethane, or low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) jacket
  • Cables for use with Ethernet Cat6/6a applications that can also be used for military applications requiring MIL-spec conductor color-coding
  • Comply with TIA 568-C.2 and TIA 1005
  • Designed for use with EtherNet/IP systems
  • Unshielded or shielded version with 26 AWG tinned copper drain and overall foil shield
  • Made in the USA

Starting at
/ ft. (20 ft. min.)
(Q5506-1)

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Profinet Cable

Newest Additions!

  • Helukabel HELUKAT Profinet cable

Quabbin, LUTZE, and Helukabel industrial Profinet cables are designed to ensure reliable Profinet communication in harsh or noisy environments. 

  • Supports Profinet Type B & C
  • Profinet Type R and hybrid Profinet Type B cable (with power conductors) available with Helukabel
  • Select cables feature UL Type PLTC, PLTC-ER, and PLTC-2PR

Quabbin DataMax Extreme Profinet Cables

  • 2 twisted pairs
  • Cat5e wiring standard
  • Color coded high density polyethylene conductor insulation
  • Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) outer jacket provides excellent resistance to moisture, chemicals, UV, flame, fire, and weather
  • Continuous flexing cables specifically designed and tested for industrial applications requiring constant movement
  • Made in the USA

LUTZE Profinet Cables

  • 4 twisted pairs
  • Flexible cable
  • Cat6a wiring standard
  • Special polyolefin green jacket designed for harsh industrial environments and operating conditions with high noise levels
  • High protection against electromagnetic interferences (EMI)

Helukabel Profinet Cables

  • 2 twisted pairs or 1 star quad
  • Cat5e wiring standard
  • Oil, chemical, and abrasion resistant
  • Flexible cable and continuous flexing cable available
  • Halogen-free, flame-retardant, and durable construction

Starting at
/ ft. (20 ft. min.)
(Q5094-1)

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Profibus Cable

igus and LUTZE Profibus cables are built to guarantee reliable transmission of Profibus signals in industrial applications.  

  • Twisted pair with 22 or 24 AWG conductors and overall shield
  • Mechanically high-quality conductor insulation with stranded or solid conductor construction
  • Continuous flexing options available

igus CFBUS Profibus Cables

  • Low-adhesion pressure extruded outer jacket provides resistance to sunlight, oil penetration, and flame 
  • Can be used in outdoor applications with temperatures above 41degF 
  • Unsupported travel distances and gliding applications up to 66ft (20m)

LUTZE Profibus Cables

  • PUR (polyurethane) or PVC purple colored jacket for applications with exposure to oil and applications requiring flexibility
  • High protection against electromagnetic interferences (EMI)
  • Silicone free
  • Flame-retardant
  • Resistant to abrasion, nicks, tear-propagation, hydrolysis, microbe, rot, coolant and lubricant

Starting at
/ ft. (20 ft. min.)
(A104293-1)

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IO-Link Cable

LUTZE IO-Link unshielded signal and control cable connects IO-Link devices to a master, and can also be used for conventional applications where IO-Link is not required. This cable meets a wide range of industrial application requirements; its ratings allow significant installation cost savings.

  • Conductor sizes from 22 AWG to 16 AWG
  • 3, 4 or 5 conductors
  • Flexible for easy installation
  • Crush and impact resistant
  • Non-wicking fillers
  • Color-coded conductors
  • Specially formulated jacket for oil resistance
  • Flame retardant
  • Direct burial (18 AWG and larger)
  • Sunlight resistant
  • Gas/vapor-tight sheath per UL 1277 & 13
  • Talc and silicone free
  • Tray Cable Exposed Run (UL Type TC-ER-JP) and Power Limited Tray Cable Exposed Run (UL Type PLTC-ER) rated

Starting at
/ ft. (20 ft. min.)
(A1022203-1)

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RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 Data Cables

High quality, low-capacitance data cables from Southwire and Quabbin are designed with impedances specific for RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication applications in industrial environments.

  • Tinned copper conductors in 20, 22, or 24 AWG twisted pairs reduce electrical noise sensitivity
  • Available with up to 4-twisted pairs
  • Polyethylene conductor insulation provides a very high insulation resistance with a low, stable dielectric constant resulting in lower capacitance and excellent velocity of propagation for superior signal transmission
  • Overall foil shield provides excellent protection against higher frequency noise; a drain wire easily terminates and grounds the shield
  • Additional secondary shield layer consists of a woven braid ideal for minimizing low frequency interference

Starting at
/ ft. (25 ft. min.)
(Q8105-1)


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