Test reports of the bus cables

Discover all our durability test reports for our bus cables here.

Bus cable CFBUS.045

Test number:

3089

Cable type

Ethernet cable

Bend radius:

75mm (factor 9.4 x d)

service life:

77 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CFBUS.045 was to be analysed in a linear chain with a 75mm radius.

With a test result of over 77 million double strokes, it was confirmed that the cable lasts reliably in this bend radius.

Using the CFBUS in practice

Reliable data transmission, especially in a bus system as versatile as Ethernet, is vital for many systems. In semiconductor production in particular, it is essential to adhere to short cycle times and avoid downtimes, which also presents a challenge for sensitive electronics. The radii and accelerations found here are among the most extreme, so that the TPE outer jacket of the CFBUS.045 can show its full performance here.

Download full test report

Bus cable CFBUS.PUR.049

Test number:

5064

Bend radius:

75mm (factor 10.3 x d)

Service life:

17 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CFBUS.PUR.049 was to be analysed in an e-chain with a 75mm radius.

In this test, the CFBUS.PUR.049 bus cable was tested for its service life. We completed the test after 14 months and 17,495,094 double strokes. At the end of the test, the cable was in perfect condition, which is essential for an application on a control panel.

Using the CFBUS.PUR in practice

A display on a machine is literally the control centre where every function of a machine tool is set and controlled. These operating units are often supplied with Ethernet cables to enable fast data transfer in real time. It has proven to be a good idea, especially for large systems, to make this control centre mobile and even linearly movable. A reliable cable is now required here in order to be able to reliably map the recurring movements.

Download full test report

Bus cable CFBUS.052

Test number:

5006a

Cable type

Ethernet cable

Bend radius:

100mm (factor 9.8 x d)

Service life:

41 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CFBUS.052 was to be analysed in an e-chain with a 100mm radius.

The service life of the cable was tested in our test laboratory. The cable was assembled in an energy chain with a radius of 100mm and with a strain relief on both ends of the e-chain and the stress in the machine was simulated and tested by permanent movement so that an exact evaluation for real use can be given.

Using the CFBUS in practice

The aim of the test was to determine the service life of the chainflex bus cable in a radius of 100mm with a travel of up to 7 metres. The requirement for this Ethernet cable is to ensure reliable data transmission over the longest possible service life despite constant movement.
The quality requirement in combination with a small bend radius is particularly prevalent in industrial machines and applications that have to process a large amount of data. In addition, small installation spaces are often a major challenge for the durability of the cable.

Download full test report

Bus cable CFBUS.060

Test number:

4866

Cable type

Profinet cable

Bend radius:

63mm (factor 8.9 x d)

Service life:

65 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CFBUS.060 was to be analysed in a linear chain with a 63mm radius.

The test result of over 65 million double strokes for TPE bus cable proves that your data is transmitted securely, even with sagging.

Using the CFBUS in practice

Profinet is a true all-rounder bus, from the automotive industry to machine tool manufacturers, the green cable can be found everywhere. But especially in applications that require many and tight bend radii, such as in vending machinery, it is important that data transmission is guaranteed. Thanks to its TPE jacket, the CFBUS.060 can realise extreme double stroke rates with a very tight bend radius, as this test proves. Thanks to the temperature resistance of -35 to +70°C, even cooled vending machines are no problem and, thanks to the sliding properties of the cable, it can be operated maintenance-free for a long time. For devices in the medical sector, e.g. pharmacy vending machines, it should also be noted that the cable can also be used in cleanrooms thanks to its ISO Class 1 certification.

Download full test report

Bus cable CFBUS.LB.049

Test number:

5108

Bend radius:

55mm (factor 6.6 x d)

Service life:

more than 24 million strokes

In this test, the life expectancy of the CFBUS.LB.049 was to be analysed in an e-chain with a 55mm radius.

The test showed that the expected service life of the CFBUS.LB.049 bus cable is more than 24 million strokes, which means that we can reliably achieve a high service life even with small radii.

Using the CFBUS.LB in practice

The bus cable shown here is frequently used in applications where fast handling is required. Short cycle times and the flexibility of handling systems are very important here. This means that the cables used must be able to withstand the highest demands. One example of this is the food industry. Fast handling robots must combine maximum precision, short cycle times and lightweight.

Download full test report

Bus cable CFROBOT8.045

Test number:

3486

Cable type

Torsion cable, Ethernet cable

Test parameters

+/- 180 °/ m

Service life:

22 million cycles

In this test, the torsion resistance of the CFROBOT8.045 in a triflex R was to be analysed.

With a test result of over 22 million cycles, it was confirmed that the cable fulfils the requirements of the automotive industry.

Using the CFROBOT8 in practice
The CFROBOT8.045 cable is very often used in automotive production, e.g. in moving measuring units assembled on the 6th axis of the robot. There they move to inspection points and carry out analyses for quality assurance in production. To do this, the cables that transport the sensitive Ethernet signal are twisted a great deal. For such tasks, 100% reliability on the robot counts.

Download full test report

CFROBOT8.PLUS.045 bus cable

Test number:

4888

Cable type

Torsion cable, Ethernet cable

Test parameters

+/- 360°/m

Service life:

15 million cycles

In this test, the life expectancy of the CFROBOT8.PLUS bus cable with a torsion of +/- 360°/m in a triflex R was to be analysed.

The test showed that the expected service life of the CFROBOT8.PLUS.045 can withstand 15 million cycles and can therefore reliably transmit data even with precise, multi-dimensional movements.

Using the CFROBOT8.PLUS in practice
Camera-based robot applications are often used in industry, e.g. to recognise barcodes or carry out quality assurance. However, this application is also used in television studios. Here, it is particularly important to have an extremely reliable energy and data supply and to be able to carry out very demanding movements.

Download full test report

Bus cable CFSPECIAL.182.045 / Ethernet CAT5e

Test number:

4428

Cable type

bus cable Ethernet CAT5e for hanging applications

Test parameters

Static tensile test

Service life:

Maximum tensile strength of 2,800N

In this test, the maximum tensile strength of the CFSPECIAL.182.045 was to be determined in a static tensile test.

The test showed that the maximum tensile force is 2,800N. The CFSPECIAL.182.045 is therefore ideally suited for hanging applications with increased tensile strain.

Using the CFSPECIAL.182.045 in practice
Storage and retrieval machines are typical examples of applications in which high tensile strain is exerted on the individual components, as they are used for the automated loading of high-bay warehouses. The bus cable CFSPECIAL.182.045 for Ethernet CAT5e was specially developed for this sector and can withstand the forces due to the aramid braiding in the outer jacket. Therefore, this cable is the safe variant for such and other hanging applications.

Download full test report

Order bus cable directly online here!

Click here for the service life calculator

Click here for the guarantee promise