Encoder cables in drag chain or reciprocating applications fail fast — shield breaks, conductors fatigue, signal noise spikes, and machines go down. Every unplanned stop costs production time and repair budget. You need a cable built for continuous motion, not one that survives lab testing only.This is the Daitron 8-core 0.15 sq mm twisted-pair shielded servo encoder cable, imported from Japan. Designed for high-dynamic servo and encoder feedback loops where the cable bends, twists, and drags millions of cycles. The pair-twisted layout with individual plus overall shield keeps signal integrity tight even in high-EMI environments like welding stations or VFD-dense panels.
Core Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Conductor | 8 × 0.15 mm² stranded tinned copper |
| Structure | Twisted pair + aluminium foil + tinned copper braid shield |
| Outer Diameter (approx.) | 7.5 mm |
| Min. Bending Radius (fixed) | 6 × OD |
| Min. Bending Radius (moving) | 10 × OD |
| Drag Chain Rating | Class 3 — 10 million+ cycles |
| Operating Temp | −10°C to +80°C (continuous), +120°C (short term) |
| Jacket Material | PUR (polyurethane), oil & abrasion resistant |
| Standards | CE, RoHS, UL listed (on request) |
| Origin | Japan (Daitron) |
Why This Cable Holds Up in Real Machine Conditions1. Built for drag chain, not just rated for it.PUR jacket with optimized wall thickness resists abrasion and torsion inside energy chains at speeds up to 5 m/s. No surface cracking after 10 million strokes — verified in CNC axis feed tests.2. Signal stays clean under VFD noise.Each pair is twisted to a defined pitch, then wrapped in foil and braided shield. Tested at >90% coverage. Encoder counts stay stable even next to 15 kW servo drives without separate conduit.3. Bends where your machine bends.At 10 × OD moving bend radius, this cable handles tight-radius routing on robot wrist joints, 5-axis heads, and compact gantry systems without conductor work-hardening.4. Oil, coolant, and chemical resistance for machine shops.PUR jacket resists cutting oil, soluble coolant, and mild solvents. Won’t swell or stiffen after prolonged exposure — a common failure point with standard PVC encoder cables.
Applicable Industries & Use CasesCNC machining centers (axis feedback), industrial robots (joint encoders), packaging machines (servo-driven carriers), printing and converting equipment, semiconductor wafer handlers, laser cutting heads. Typical use: servo motor encoder connection, resolver cable replacement, drag chain power-and-signal combo runs.
Sourcing, Customization & SupportWe stock Daitron original reels with full traceability. Custom lengths, connector terminations (M23, M12, open end, flying leads), and mixed-core configurations available — MOQ applies. Every shipment includes test certificate and 12-month quality warranty. Not sure which spec fits your axis or robot model? Send us your machine drawing or cable part number — we respond within one business day.Request a quote now →