Stop Wasting Money on Cheap Cables That Break Your Machines
You know the feeling. You are in the middle of a big project. The conveyor belt stops. The robotic arm freezes. The control panel shows an error, but you don’t know why. You check the code. You check the sensors. Then you look at the cable. It is stiff. The jacket is cracked from oil. The wires inside are corroded. Or worse, the signal is weak because of bad shielding.In industrial automation, a bad cable is not just a wire. It is a time bomb. Cheap cables save you pennies today but cost you thousands in downtime tomorrow. They get hard in the cold. They get soft and sticky in the heat. They break when you bend them. You need a cable that works when you install it and keeps working for years. You need a cable that respects the German engineering standard. You need the LAPP ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110.
What Makes the LAPP 1119005 Special?
This is not just a generic wire. This is a specific part number: 1119005. It is a star product from LAPP, a German brand famous for making cables that last. When you buy this model, you are buying peace of mind.The German imported 5-core 0.5 square mm LAPP cable is built for control systems. It uses high-quality copper. The strands are very thin and twisted together. This makes the wire super flexible. You can pull it through tight conduits easily. You can connect it to terminal blocks without fighting it.Why do engineers love this specific model? Because it is consistent. Every meter of this cable has the same quality. The insulation is perfect. The diameter is exact. This consistency means fewer errors in your control cabinet. It means your signals travel clean and fast.
Detailed Technical Specifications (The Numbers Matter)
Let’s look at the hard data. If you are an engineer, you need to know these numbers to make sure it fits your design.
Core and Conductor Details
- Number of Cores: 5. This gives you enough space for power, ground, and multiple control signals in one sheath.
- Conductor Material: Bare Copper. Not copper-clad aluminum. Real copper for the best conductivity.
- Conductor Type: Stranded (Class 5 fine-wire). This is key for flexibility. Solid wire breaks if you vibrate it. Stranded wire moves with the machine.
- Cross-Sectional Area: 0.5 mm². This is the standard size for low-voltage control signals (24V, 110V, 220V).
- Core Identification: Black cores with white numbers printed on them. You can easily see which wire is which (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) without using a multimeter every time.
- Protective Conductor: Yes, it includes a ground wire (Green/Yellow).
Physical and Electrical Properties
- Rated Voltage: Uo/U 300/500 V. This is the standard for industrial control panels.
- Test Voltage: 4000 V. LAPP tests every batch at high voltage to ensure there are no tiny holes in the insulation.
- Outer Diameter: 6.2 mm. It is slim. This saves space in your cable trays and drag chains.
- Weight: Approximately 60 kg/km. Light enough to handle, heavy enough to be durable.
- Outer Sheath Color: Silver Grey (RAL 7001). This looks professional and hides dirt well.
- Insulation Material: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride). A tough plastic that resists abrasion.
- Sheath Material: PVC. Resistant to oils and chemicals found in factories.
Performance Limits
- Operating Temperature: Fixed: -50°C to +70°C. Mobile: -30°C to +70°C. It won’t freeze and crack in a cold warehouse. It won’t melt near a hot motor.
- Bending Radius:
- Fixed installation: 4 times the outer diameter (about 25 mm).
- Mobile installation: 15 times the outer diameter (about 93 mm).
- Note: Do not bend it too sharp or you will damage the internal structure.
- Oil Resistance: Yes, it is resistant to oils and greases. Perfect for machine tools.
- Flame Retardance: Tested according to IEC 60332-1-2. It doesn’t spread fire easily.
Where Should You Use This Cable?
You might ask, “Is this the right cable for my job?” The LAPP ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 model 1119005 is a general-purpose workhorse. It is not for high-speed data like Ethernet, but it is perfect for power and low-speed signals.Here are the best places to use it:
Industrial Automation and PLCs
This is the #1 use case. Connect your PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) to your sensors, push buttons, and solenoid valves. The 5 cores allow you to run a start signal, a stop signal, a fault reset, and power all in one cable. It keeps your control cabinet neat. No more spaghetti wiring.
Mechanical Engineering and Machine Tools
Use it on CNC machines, injection molding machines, and laser cutters. These machines vibrate a lot. A cheap cable will fatigue and snap. The fine-stranded copper in the LAPP cable handles vibration perfectly. The PVC sheath protects against coolant and cutting oil.
HVAC and Building Systems
Connect thermostats, dampers, and fan controllers. The cable is easy to route through walls and ceilings. The grey color looks clean and professional in public spaces.
Power Plants and Energy
For low-voltage control circuits in power stations. It can handle the harsh environment of a utility room. It resists the chemicals and oils found in maintenance areas.
Important Limitation
Do not use this in energy chains (towlines) for high-speed movement. If your cable moves back and forth thousands of times a day (like on a robot arm), you need a special TPE or PUR jacket (like LAPP UNITRONIC or TPE-PUR). The ÖLFLEX 110 is for fixed installation or occasional movement only. If you need a towline cable, look for models with “TRVV” or “Towline” in the name.
Why Choose LAPP Over Cheaper Brands?
You can find a 5-core cable for half the price. But here is the truth about that cheap cable:
- The Copper is Lying: They might use Copper Clad Aluminum (CCA). It looks like copper but conducts electricity poorly. This causes voltage drop and heat.
- The Insulation is Recycled: It might have tiny impurities. One high-voltage spike and it shorts out.
- The Diameter is Wrong: They say it is 0.5mm², but it is actually 0.45mm². This changes your current calculations and might overload the wire.
- No Quality Control: One batch is good, the next batch is trash.
LAPP is different. When you buy German imported LAPP cable, you are buying a system.
- Consistency: The diameter is exactly 6.2mm every time. This matters for cable glands and strain reliefs.
- Purity: The copper is 99.9% pure. Low resistance means less heat.
- Testing: Every spool is tested. You get a certificate of conformity.
- Longevity: This cable is rated for 30 years of fixed use. Cheap cables last 3 years.
In the long run, LAPP is cheaper because you don’t have to replace it. You don’t have to fix the machines it broke.
Installation Tips for Best Results
To get the most out of your flexible wire industrial automation copper core control cable, follow these simple rules:
- Strip Carefully: Use a proper stripping tool. Don’t nick the copper strands. If you cut too deep, the wire will break later.
- Use Ferrules: Always use bootlace ferrules on the ends of the strands before putting them in a terminal block. This keeps the strands together and ensures a tight connection.
- Respect the Bend: Don’t kink the cable. If you need to turn a corner, use a sweep bend, not a sharp angle.
- Separate Power and Signal: Even though this is a control cable, try to keep it away from high-voltage power cables (like 480V or 600V). If they run parallel, keep at least 10cm distance. If they cross, cross at 90 degrees. This prevents “noise” in your control signals.
- Secure It: Use cable ties or clips. Don’t let the cable hang loose where it can get stepped on or snagged by moving parts.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Product
Q: Is this cable shielded?A: No, model 1119005 is unscreened. If you have a lot of electrical noise (like near big motors or VFDs), you might want a shielded version like ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 130 or a UNITRONIC data cable. But for standard sensors and buttons, this unshielded version is fine and more flexible.Q: Can I bury this cable underground?A: No. This cable has a PVC sheath which is not rated for direct burial. For underground, you need an armored cable with PE (Polyethylene) sheath, like the LAPP ÖLFLEX ARMORED series.Q: Is this suitable for outdoor use?A: Yes, but it needs protection from direct sunlight (UV). PVC can become brittle after years of UV exposure. Put it in conduit or UV-resistant trunking if it is outside.Q: What is the difference between ÖLFLEX 110 and 130?A: ÖLFLEX 110 is the standard general-purpose cable. ÖLFLEX 130 is halogen-free and has better fire-safety properties (low smoke). If you are in a public building or tunnel, you might be required by law to use the 130 version. For a private factory, 110 is usually okay and cheaper.
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