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AS-Interface
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AS-Interface shaped cables
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Overview
AS-Interface shaped cable
The actuator-sensor interface – the networking system used for
the lowest field area – is characterized by very easy mounting
and installation. A new connection method was developed
specially for AS-Interface.
The stations are connected using the AS-Interface cable. This
two-wire AS-Interface shaped cable has a trapezoidal shape,
thus ruling out polarity reversal.
Connection is effected by the insulation piercing method.
In other words, male contacts pierce the shaped AS-Interface
cable and make reliable contact with the two wires. Cutting
to length and stripping are superfluous. Consequently,
AS-Interface stations (e.g. I/O modules, intelligent devices) can
be connected in the shortest possible time and exchanging
devices is quick.
To enable use in the most varied ambient conditions (e.g. in an
oily environment), the AS-Interface cable is available in different
materials (rubber, TPE, PUR).
For special applications it is also possible to use an unshielded
standard round cable H05VV-F 2 x 1.5 mm² according to
AS-i Specification. With AS-Interface, data and energy for the
sensors (e.g. proximity switches) and actuators (e.g. indicator
lights) are transmitted over the yellow AS-Interface cable.
The black AS-Interface cable must be used for actuators with a
24 V DC supply (e.g. solenoid valves) and a high power require-
ment.
Suitable for operation in tow chains
The use of the AS-Interface shaped cables with TPE and PUR
outer sheath was checked in a tow chain test with the following
conditions:
After termination of the 10 million cycles, only slight wear was
visible due to the lugs of the tow chain. No damage to the cores
and core insulation could be detected.
Note:
When using a tow chain, the cables must be installed in such a
way that they are not subject to tensile forces. On no account
may the cables be twisted, but they must be routed flat through
the tow chain.
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Selection and ordering data
Chain length
m
6
Travel
m
10
Bending radius
mm
75
Travel speed
m/s
4
Acceleration
m/s
2
4
Number of cycles
10 million
Duration of test
approx. 3 years
(11 000 cycles per day)
Version
Article No.
3RX90..-0AA00
AS-Interface shaped cables
Material
Color
Quantity
Rubber
Yellow (AS-Interface)
100-m roll
3RX9010-0AA00
Yellow (AS-Interface)
1-km drum
3RX9012-0AA00
Black (24 V DC)
100-m roll
3RX9020-0AA00
Black (24 V DC)
1-km drum
3RX9022-0AA00
TPE
Yellow (AS-Interface)
100-m roll
3RX9013-0AA00
Yellow (AS-Interface)
1-km drum
3RX9014-0AA00
Black (24 V DC)
100-m roll
3RX9023-0AA00
Black (24 V DC)
1-km drum
3RX9024-0AA00
TPE special version
according to UL Class 2
Yellow (AS-Interface)
100-m roll
3RX9017-0AA00
Black (24 V DC)
100-m roll
3RX9027-0AA00
PUR
Yellow (AS-Interface)
100-m roll
3RX9015-0AA00
Yellow (AS-Interface)
1-km drum
3RX9016-0AA00
Black (24 V DC)
100-m roll
3RX9025-0AA00
Black (24 V DC)
1-km drum
3RX9026-0AA00
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