Is Your Factory Network Slowing Down Production?
You know the feeling. You are running a busy factory line. The conveyors are moving, the robotic arms are working, and the sensors are reading data. But suddenly, the system stops. The HMI screen shows a communication error. You check the wires, and they look fine, but the signal is lost. This is the nightmare of every maintenance engineer and plant manager.Why does this happen? Often, it is not the PLC or the sensors. It is the cable. Cheap cables have high resistance. They pick up noise from motors and welders. They break when the machine moves. In a CC-Link network, one bad cable can stop the whole bus. You need a cable that guarantees signal stability, even in a noisy factory. You need a cable that bends without breaking. You need the real Japanese standard—the 3-core Mitsubishi CC-Link communication cable, 0.5 square millimeter bus type, flexible NACC110.
What Makes This Cable Different?
This is not just a generic shielded wire. This is a dedicated bus cable built specifically for Mitsubishi Electric’s CC-Link system. It is designed to handle high-speed data while resisting electrical noise.The “NACC110” name tells you it meets strict standards. It has a characteristic impedance of 110 Ohms (±15 Ω). This number is critical. If the impedance does not match, the signal reflects back, causing errors. Our cable maintains this 110 Ohm standard perfectly. This ensures your data packets travel cleanly from the master station to the remote I/O stations.We offer this in the 0.5 square millimeter (20AWG) size. This is the sweet spot for most industrial networks. It is thick enough to carry power and signal over long distances but thin enough to stay flexible. The conductors are stranded plain copper (7 x 0.32mm). This makes the wire soft and easy to route in tight control cabinets.
Technical Specifications You Can Trust
When you buy industrial cable, you need exact numbers. Here is the hard data for the NACC110 series:
Core and Conductor Details
- Conductor Material: Stranded plain copper (tinned copper drain wire available).
- Conductor Size: 20 AWG / 0.5 mm².
- Stranding: 7 strands of 0.32mm diameter.
- Core Resistance: Approx. 34.5 to 37.8 Ohms per kilometer at 20°C. Low resistance means less voltage drop over long runs.
- Core Colors: Yellow, White, and Blue. These standard colors make wiring easy. You will not mix up the terminals.
Insulation and Shielding
- Insulation Material: Formed Polyethylene (PE) or PVC.
- PE (Polyethylene): Best for harsh environments. It resists water, UV rays, acids, and alkalis. Use this for outdoor or chemical plants.
- PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride): Good flexibility and oil resistance. Great for general indoor use.
- Shielding: Aluminum/Polyester foil tape (CAT) with a tinned copper drain wire. Plus, there is an overall tinned copper wire braid (TCWB). This double shielding stops electromagnetic interference (EMI) from motors and inverters.
Electrical Performance
- Characteristic Impedance: 110 Ω ± 15 Ω (at 1 MHz to 10 MHz).
- Capacitance: Approx. 60 pF/m.
- Voltage Rating: 300V.
- Data Transmission Speed: Up to 10 Mbps (10 MB/s).
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (PE versions can go lower). Some flexible versions handle -10°C to +55°C for high-move areas.
Choosing the Right Type for Your Machine
Not every machine needs the same cable. We provide three main types to fit your specific setup.
Type 1: Fixed Wiring (Standard)
- Model Reference: CCNC-SB110H, FANC-110SBH.
- Use Case: Connecting the main trunk line on a wall or in a cabinet. The machine does not move much after installation.
- Features: PVC or PE outer sheath. Brown or Black jacket. Good tensile strength (49 N to 98 N).
- Why choose it: It is cost-effective and strong. Perfect for the main bus line that stays still.
Type 2: High Flexible / Movable Parts
- Model Reference: FANC-110SBZ-5, NACC110-HMV-7.
- Use Case: Connecting the head of a robot, a moving conveyor section, or a rotating table.
- Features: Highly elastic PVC or special PUR/TPE materials. Tensile strength up to 300 N.
- Why choose it: Standard cable cracks if you bend it repeatedly. This cable can handle millions of bending cycles. It is essential for dynamic parts of your automation system.
Type 3: Composite Cable (Signal + Power)
- Model Reference: CS-110 (PW), PW110SBH.
- Use Case: Remote stations that need both data and 24V power.
- Features: 3 cores for CC-Link signal (0.5mm²) + 2 cores for power supply (0.75mm² or 18AWG).
- Why choose it: It saves wiring time and cost. You run one cable instead of two. It reduces clutter in the cable duct.
Type 4: Armored / Direct Burial
- Model Reference: CC-Link SWA.
- Use Case: Outdoor piping, underground installation, or areas where the cable might get crushed.
- Features: Steel Wire Armour (SWA) under the outer sheath.
- Why choose it: It is bulletproof. Rodents cannot chew through it, and heavy machinery cannot crush it.
Distance and Speed Limits
How far can you run this cable? It depends on how fast you need to talk. CC-Link uses a broadcast polling method. The faster you go, the shorter the distance.
- At 10 Mbps (Max Speed): You can go up to 100 meters total length. The distance between stations must be at least 20cm.
- At 5 Mbps: You can extend to 160 meters.
- At 2.5 Mbps: You can reach 400 meters.
- At 625 kbps: You can go 900 meters.
- At 156 kbps: You can reach 1200 meters.
Most factories use 10 Mbps for high-speed control. If you are connecting sensors over a long distance, you might slow down to 625 kbps to cover the whole floor. Our cable supports all these speeds without data loss.
Why Buy Japanese Standard (NACC/CC-Link)?
You might see cheaper “Profibus” or generic cables. But CC-Link is an open network with strict rules.
- Conformance Test: Real CC-Link cables pass a mandatory conformance test. This test checks noise resistance and impedance. If a cable fails, it does not get the logo. Our NACC110 cables are tested and certified.
- Reliability: In a bus system, if one node fails, it can affect others. High-quality shielding prevents “ground loops” and “common mode noise.”
- Version Compatibility: We supply Ver. 1.10 and Ver. 2.0 compatible cables. Ver. 2.0 supports cyclic point expansion and RAS functions (like automatic return if a slave station is cut off).
- Global Support: Because CC-Link is an international standard (IEC 61158), you can use this cable with devices from Mitsubishi, Phoenix Contact, Patlite, and other partners.
Real-World Applications
Where do you use this 0.5mm² bus cable?
- Automotive Assembly Lines: Robots welding car bodies need fast, flexible cables in their arms.
- Packaging Machines: Conveyors moving boxes need high-flex cables that bend with the belt.
- Water Treatment Plants: Long distances between pump stations and control rooms require the low-attenuation properties of the 0.5mm² copper.
- Building Management: HVAC systems and lighting control use CC-Link for reliable sensor networks.
- Semiconductor Fab: Clean room environments need cables with low outgassing (special PE types available).
Installation Tips for Engineers
To get the best performance, follow these simple rules:
- Termination: Always use a terminating resistor (110 Ohms) at both ends of the main trunk line. This stops signal reflection.
- Topology: Use a bus topology (daisy chain). Do not use a star topology.
- Separation: Keep the CC-Link cable at least 20cm away from high-voltage power lines (220V/440V). If you must cross them, cross at 90 degrees.
- Grounding: Ground the shield at one point only (usually the master station side) to avoid ground loops.
We Are Your Cable Partner
We are not just a trading company. We are a cable manufacturer with deep experience in foreign trade. We understand the pressure of export logistics. We know you need cables that arrive on time and work immediately.We supply the NACC110 series in custom lengths. Whether you need 5 meters for a prototype or 50 kilometers for a new factory, we can handle it. We offer:
- UL Standards: Some versions comply with UL444 NEC TYPE CM.
- Eco-Friendly Options: Halogen-free versions for public buildings.
- Fast Quotation: Send us your requirement, and we reply within 24 hours.
Do not let a bad cable stop your production line. Use the same quality cable that Mitsubishi and top integrators use. Get the stability, speed, and flexibility you need.Ready to upgrade your network? Send us an inquiry today with your required length and type. Let’s get a quote started immediately!