Are Your Cables Letting Your Machines Down?
You know the feeling. Everything is running smooth. The production line is moving fast. Then, suddenly, a machine stops. You check the control panel, and you see it. The cable has cracked again. Or maybe it got too hot near the motor. Perhaps the oil from the machine tool seeped into the insulation and caused a short circuit. This is not just annoying. It costs you money. Every minute of downtime is lost profit. You need a cable that does not just carry power. You need a cable that survives the real world. You need a cable that bends without breaking, resists chemicals, and stays safe even when things get hot. You need a cable built for hard work, not just for show.
The Solution: LAPP ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 5G1
This is not a cheap, generic wire. This is the LAPP ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110. It is a German-engineered power and control cable. The part number is 1119205. It is the standard for industrial automation. Why? Because it is tough. It is flexible. It is reliable. It is designed specifically for the “German imported 5-core 1 square millimeter” market need. It handles power and control signals in one package. It works in dry rooms. It works in wet rooms. It even works in damp outdoor conditions. If you have machine tools, wind turbines, or heavy conveyor belts, this is the cable you need. It stops the headaches. It keeps your machines running.
Technical Specifications That Matter
Let’s look at the numbers. You need to know exactly what you are buying. This cable is built to strict VDE standards.
- Cable Type: ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110, Unshielded
- Part Number: 1119205
- Conductor: 5 Cores (5G1). This means 5 conductors plus a protective earth (ground) conductor.
- Cross-Section: 1 mm² (approx 18 AWG). This is the perfect size for control circuits and small power loads.
- Nominal Voltage: U0/U = 300 / 500 Volt. This is the standard for industrial control.
- Test Voltage: 4000 Volt. This high test voltage means the insulation is thick and safe. It prevents sparks and shorts.
- Jacket Material: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride). Color is Grey (RAL 7001).
- Conductor Material: Bare copper, fine-wired stranding (Class 5). This makes it very flexible.
- Outer Diameter: Approx 7.1 mm. It is slim enough to fit in tight cable chains.
- Weight: About 94 kg per kilometer.
- Temperature Range:
- Fixed installation: -40°C to +80°C. It handles freezing cold and hot summers.
- Occasional flexing: -15°C to +70°C.
- Dynamic movement: -5°C to +70°C.
- Bending Radius:
- Fixed: 28.4 mm.
- Flexing: 71 mm.
- Dynamic: 106.5 mm.
- This means you can bend it around corners without damaging the copper inside.
- Approvals: VDE registered. This is the German mark of quality. It also meets CE requirements.
Built to Resist Oil and Fire
Your factory has oil. It has grease. It has coolants. Standard cables absorb these liquids. The insulation swells. It gets soft. It crumbles. Then the wires touch, and boom—short circuit. The ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 is different. It is oil-resistant according to DIN EN 50290-2-22. You can wipe the oil off, and the cable is fine. It does not absorb the junk.Fire safety is also key. If a short happens, you do not want the cable to burn down the building. This cable is flame retardant according to IEC 60332-1-2. It is self-extinguishing. If the fire source is removed, the cable stops burning. This keeps your facility safe. It buys time for the fire suppression system to kick in.
Perfect for Machine Tools and Torsion
Machine tools move. They vibrate. They twist. A stiff cable will snap in a moving cable chain (energy chain). The ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 5G1 is designed for this. It has a special layered twisting of the cores. This structure absorbs the stress.It is famous in the wind energy industry. Wind turbine nacelles twist around the tower as the wind changes direction. This cable handles that torsion (twisting) perfectly. It can handle +/- 150 degrees per meter for thousands of cycles. If it works on a giant wind turbine, imagine how well it works on your CNC machine or robotic arm. It is the ultimate “standard 5G1 machine tool oil-resistant control power cable.”
Where to Use This Cable (Application Scenarios)
You can use this cable almost anywhere you need power and control. Here are the top spots:
- Machine Tools: CNC lathes, milling machines, grinders. Connect the motor starter to the control panel.
- Wind Turbines: Control circuits inside the nacelle.
- HVAC Systems: Heating and air conditioning units. It handles the damp conditions well.
- Conveyor Belts: Power the motors and sensors on a production line.
- Pumps and Valves: Especially in wet or damp rooms.
- Switchgear Cabinets: Wiring the internal components of a distribution board.
- Outdoor Installations: As long as it is not in direct sunlight 24/7 (UV can damage PVC over time), it handles rain and moisture well.
Why Buy LAPP? The Quality Difference
LAPP is not a budget brand. They are a premium German manufacturer. When you buy LAPP, you are buying consistency.
- No Surprises: Every meter is tested. You won’t get a batch where the insulation is too thin.
- Longevity: These cables last for years. You do not have to re-wire your machines every season.
- Safety: The VDE certification means it has been stress-tested. It meets European safety laws. This protects your workers and your insurance premiums.
- Easy Installation: The grey PVC jacket slides easily through conduits. The cores are numbered (black with white numbers). This makes it super fast for your electricians to wire up. No guessing which wire is which.
Installation Tips for Best Results
To get the most out of this cable, follow these simple rules.
- Don’t pull too hard: This cable is not armored. Use a pulling grip on the conductor, not the jacket.
- Watch the bend: Do not bend it sharper than the minimum radius (71mm for flexing). If you kink it, the copper strands break inside.
- Strain Relief: If the cable moves, make sure it is clamped down properly so the movement happens in the cable chain, not at the connection point.
- Termination: Use ferrules on the ends of the strands. It keeps the fine wires together and makes a solid connection in the terminal block.
Comparing Costs: Cheap vs. LAPP
You might see cheaper cables online. They look the same. They are grey. They have 5 cores. But look closer.
- Copper Quality: Cheap cables use recycled copper with impurities. This increases resistance. The cable gets hot.
- Insulation: Cheap PVC cracks in the cold and gets sticky in the heat.
- Stranding: Cheap cables have fewer strands. They are stiff and break easily.
The LAPP ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 costs a bit more upfront. But it saves you money in the long run. You have zero downtime. You have zero fire risk. You have zero re-wiring costs. It is the smart investment for a professional setup.
Ready to Upgrade Your Wiring?
Stop dealing with frayed wires and loose connections. Give your machinery the power it deserves with a cable that is as tough as the job itself. Whether you are building a new control panel or repairing an old production line, the LAPP ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 5G1 is the right choice. We sell this by the meter or in full reels. We can ship it to you fast.Get a custom quote today. Tell us how many meters you need. We will check our stock and give you the best price for this German-imported quality. Click the “Request Quote” button now. Let’s get your power flowing without the stress.