Do your cables break too often in moving parts? Is signal loss causing machine errors? We know the pain. In factories, cables face tough conditions. They bend, twist, and get exposed to oil. Cheap cables crack. Signals get noise. Machines stop. You lose money and time. You need a cable that moves like a snake but protects signals like a tank. This is not just a wire. It is a solution for your headaches.
The Pain of Rigid Cables in Automation
Imagine a busy factory line. Robots move fast. Cables in drag chains bend millions of times. Standard wires get hard. They crack inside the insulation. You cannot see the break, but the machine fails. Oil leaks on the cable jacket. The plastic swells and crumbles. Electrical noise messes up sensor data. You have to replace cables often. This costs labor and stops production. You need a cable that stays soft forever. It must resist oil. It must keep signals clean. This NICHIGOH cable does exactly that.
What Makes This NICHIGOH Cable Special?
This is a 14-core twisted pair shielded cable from Japan. It uses top-grade materials. The conductor is tinned soft copper wire. It is very fine—0.08mm strands. This makes the cable ultra-flexible. It bends easily without breaking. The insulation is special PUR or PVC. It resists oil, grease, and cutting fluids. The shield is tinned copper braid. It blocks electrical noise. This means your data stays safe. Even in dirty power environments, signals are clear.
Technical Specifications You Can Trust
We believe in clear numbers. No guesswork. Here are the hard facts for the 0.34mm² (approx 23AWG) version:
- Conductor: 15 strands of 0.16mm tinned soft copper (Class 6 flexibility).
- Cross Section: 0.34 mm² (Nominal area).
- Structure: 14 cores, twisted in pairs.
- Shielding: Tinned copper braid (Coverage > 80%).
- Sheath Material: Oil-resistant PUR (Polyurethane) or special PVC.
- Outer Diameter: Approx 1.7 mm (Small and compact).
- Weight: About 32 kg/km.
- Conductor Resistance: 26.0 Ω/km at 20°C.
- Current Rating: Up to 6.0 Amps in free air (30°C).
- Voltage: 300V / 500V working voltage. Test voltage is 1000V or 2000V.
- Temperature Range: -15°C to +80°C (PUR version handles heat better).
- Bending Radius: Very small. Perfect for tight drag chains.
- Color Code: Black core with white number print. Easy to identify.
Why “Ultra-Soft” Matters for Your Machines
Stiff cables limit machine speed. If a cable is too hard, it drags in the chain. This creates friction. It wears out the chain and the cable jacket. Our NICHIGOH cable uses fine-stranded copper. It feels soft in your hand. It twists 360 degrees without effort. In high-speed applications, this reduces stress. The cable lasts longer. You get more uptime. It is ideal for servo motor encoders. These need precise movement. A stiff cable ruins precision. A soft cable ensures accuracy.
Oil Resistance: The Real Test
Many cables fail in oil. Standard PVC gets sticky. It absorbs oil and swells. Then it cracks. This cable uses oil-resistant PUR. PUR is a tough material. It does not absorb oil easily. It resists hydrolysis. This means water and humidity do not destroy it. In wet or oily environments, the jacket stays strong. It protects the copper inside. Use it in CNC machines. Use it in hydraulic systems. Use it anywhere lubricants are present. It will not crumble. It will not leak current.
Low Outgassing for Clean Rooms
Do you work in semiconductors or pharmaceuticals? Cleanliness is key. Some cables release gas (plasticizers). This contaminates products. This is called “outgassing.” NICHIGOH solves this. They use special low-outgassing materials. The gas release is 1/10th of standard PVC. It does not use harmful DOP or DBP. Your production line stays clean. You pass quality checks. It is safe for sensitive electronics manufacturing.
Where to Use This Cable (Real Scenarios)
You can use this wire in many places. Here are common uses:
- Servo Motors: Connecting motor to driver. High flex needed.
- Robotic Arms: Cables inside the wrist or elbow joint.
- Drag Chains: Continuous movement in automated lines.
- CNC Machines: Wiring for sensors and control panels.
- Elevators: Traveling cables for control signals.
- Outdoor LED Screens: Flexible wiring for curved screens.
- Audio/Video: Balanced audio lines needing shield protection.
Shielding: Stop the Noise
Electrical noise is invisible but deadly. Motors and inverters create noise. It corrupts data. This cable has a shield. It is a tinned copper mesh around the pairs. It catches noise and grounds it. Your signal stays pure. This is vital for encoder signals. If an encoder signal fails, the machine loses position. This can cause crashes. The shield prevents this. It ensures stable communication between devices.
Color Coding and Installation Ease
Installing 14 cores is hard if you cannot tell them apart. NICHIGOH uses clear marking. The main color is Black. The numbering is White. For example, Core 1 is Black with White print “1”. Core 2 is “2”. This makes termination easy. Electricians save time. Mistakes are rare. The sheath is grey or black. It looks professional in open installations.
Compliance and Safety Standards
Safety is not optional. This cable meets global standards. It follows VDE, IEC, and JIS standards. The insulation resistance is high—5 MΩ/km. It can handle 1000V test voltage. The flame retardant properties are good. It does not spread fire easily. This is important for building safety. You can use it in Europe, North America, and Asia with confidence. It passes strict export tests.
Why Choose NICHIGOH Quality?
NICHIGOH is a top Japanese brand. They focus on quality control. The copper is high purity. The extrusion process is precise. There are no voids in the insulation. This prevents partial discharge. Partial discharge destroys cables over time. NICHIGOH cables resist this. They use advanced machinery. The stranding is uniform. The twist pitch is controlled. This ensures consistent impedance. Your network performance is stable. You buy quality, not just a product.
How to Order and Customize
We know every project is different. You might need a specific length. You might need a special connector. We can help. The standard length is 100 meters or 1000 meters. We can cut to length. We can strip ends. We can add ferrules. Just tell us your need. We ship worldwide. The packaging is strong. Coils are on pallets. Plastic wrap protects from moisture. It arrives ready to use.
Frequently Asked Details
Is it really flexible?Yes. It is Class 6 flexibility. It bends in small spaces.Can it handle cold?Yes. Down to -15°C. It does not crack in cold warehouses.Is the shield 100% coverage?It is over 80%. This is standard and effective for noise.Does it work with 485 signals?Yes. The twisted pair design is perfect for RS485.How fast can you ship?We keep stock. We ship within days.
Beat the Competition with Better Reliability
Stop buying cheap cables that fail. Calculate the total cost. A cheap cable costs $10 but fails in 3 months. A NICHIGOH cable costs more but lasts 3 years. Which is cheaper? The reliable one saves labor costs. It saves downtime costs. It saves your reputation. Choose reliability. Choose NICHIGOH.
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