Signal interference and cable failure in CNC machine tools cost you downtime — sometimes hours per incident. Cheap cables crack under oil exposure, lose shielding effectiveness, and cause erratic axis movement or false sensor triggers. You need a cable built for real machine shop conditions.This German-imported 25-core 0.5mm² shielded control cable is designed specifically for signal transmission and low-voltage power supply in industrial automation equipment. Copper conductors ensure stable current carry across all 25 cores. The overall shield blocks EMI from servo drives, inverters, and welding units commonly found on the factory floor. PVC jacket resists cutting oil, coolant splashes, and abrasion from cable chains.Core Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Bare copper, Class 5 per IEC 60228 |
| Core Count | 25 cores |
| Cross Section | 0.5 mm² per core |
| Shielding | Tinned copper braid + aluminum foil |
| Jacket Material | PVC, oil-resistant, flame-retardant |
| Outer Diameter | Approx. 12.5 mm |
| Rated Voltage | 300/500 V |
| Operating Temp | -15°C to +70°C (fixed), -5°C to +70°C (flexible) |
| Bending Radius (fixed) | 6× OD |
| Bending Radius (flexible) | 10× OD |
| Standard | VDE 0812 / IEC 60227 |
Why This Cable Holds Up in Machine Shops
- EMI shielding that actually works. The dual-layer braid-plus-foil shield maintains over 85% coverage even after 5 million flex cycles in drag chains. Servo noise and VFD harmonics stay out of your encoder and sensor lines.
- Oil and coolant resistant jacket. Standard PVC jackets swell and crack within weeks near CNC coolant systems. This cable uses a modified PVC compound rated to DIN VDE 0282 — tested for 30-day immersion in cutting oil at 60°C with no hardness loss.
- Consistent 0.5mm² copper across all 25 cores. No CCA (copper-clad aluminum) cores. Every conductor meets IEC 60228 Class 5, so voltage drop and signal attenuation stay predictable — critical when you run 25 signal lines from a single PLC I/O module to a machine tool panel.
- Drag chain rated for continuous motion. Minimum 10 million cycles tested at R10 bending radius. If your cable snaps inside a chain every few months, this is the upgrade.
Applicable Industries & Use Cases
- CNC machining centers, lathes, milling machines — control panel to axis motor signal wiring
- Industrial robots and palletizing systems — multi-core sensor and encoder cabling
- Automated assembly lines — PLC I/O connection, power distribution to actuators
- Packaging machinery — servo drive signal feeds in high-EMI environments
- Injection molding and press machines — heater power and thermocouple signal in one run
Get a Quote Tailored to Your MachineWe stock standard lengths from 10m to 500m. Need 37 cores, 0.75mm², or a mixed power-signal hybrid? We cut to spec and ship within 72 hours for standard orders. Every batch comes with a test report and 18-month warranty against material defects. For OEM volume pricing or custom jacket colors, send your spec sheet or cable drawing — our engineering team replies within one business day.