Drag chain cables in CNC machines, robotic arms, and automated production lines fail too often. Oil exposure, constant bending, and mechanical stress cause insulation cracks, conductor breakage, and unplanned downtime. Replacing standard cables every few months drives up maintenance costs and kills productivity.This 18-core 1 sq mm 18G1 power cord is built for exactly those conditions. Manufactured by a German cable maker, the 810 series oil-resistant drag chain cable combines high flexibility with tough outer jacket protection. It is engineered for continuous motion in energy chains, cable carriers, and towline systems where standard PVC or rubber cables simply do not last.Core Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Series | 810 |
| Conductor | 18 cores × 1.0 mm² (stranded tinned copper) |
| Cable type | 18G1 |
| Outer jacket | Oil-resistant PUR (polyurethane) |
| Flexibility | Class 5 – high flexibility per VDE 0295 |
| Operating temp | -40°C to +80°C (continuous), +105°C (short-term) |
| Bending radius | 7.5 × outer diameter (fixed) / 10 × OD (moving) |
| Rated voltage | 300/500V |
| Standards | CE, UL listed, RoHS compliant |
| Length | Custom cut, 1m to 500m+ |
Why This Cable Performs Where Others Fail
- Oil and coolant resistance in real shop floors. The PUR jacket resists hydraulic oil, cutting fluid, and coolant splashes common in machining centers. Unlike PVC jackets that swell and crack within weeks, this cable maintains flexibility and insulation integrity after prolonged oil contact.
- Rated for millions of cycles in drag chains. Tested to 10+ million flex cycles under load, the 810 series handles the constant back-and-forth motion in energy chains on gantry systems, pick-and-place robots, and palletizers without conductor fatigue.
- Compact 18G1 design saves space in tight carriers. At roughly 14–16 mm overall diameter depending on jacket, 18 cores fit into standard 15×30 mm to 25×38 mm cable carriers. No need to oversize the drag chain or redesign the machine layout.
- Tinned copper strands resist vibration and corrosion. In high-vibration environments like stamping presses and conveyor drives, tinned conductors prevent oxidation at contact points and reduce the risk of intermittent signal or power loss.
Applicable Industries and Use CasesCNC machining centers, 5-axis milling machines, industrial robots (KUKA, ABB, FANUC), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), packaging and bottling lines, injection molding machines, laser cutting systems, woodworking CNC routers, and any application using cable carriers or towline systems with oil or coolant exposure.Manufacturer Direct – Custom Lengths, Connectors, and Jackets AvailableWe are the German cable manufacturer — not a reseller. You get factory-direct pricing, full material traceability, and technical support from the engineering team that designed the 810 series. Need a custom connector on one end? Different jacket color for identification? A special bending radius for your carrier? We cut to your exact length and ship from European stock.Submit your cable specification or drawing today. Response within 24 hours.