Many different sensor and actuator cables are available on the market. In many applications standard connection technology cables do not lead to the desired results. In addition to the standard range, ESCHA also has specially tailored cables according to the wishes and needs of the user. The base line cables from ESCHA are standard M12x1 connectors for anyone looking for a standard cable. Nothing more nothing less.
ESCHA has different cables for different applications in the range, among others; Base line, Automation line, Food and Beverage and High-temperature.
The Automation Line cables combine the typical requirements of the automation industry in a single product. These cables are halogen-, PVC-, and silicone-free, and include customised versions for drag chain use, welding fields, and resistance to chemicals, microbes, and hydrolysis. The Automation Line cables offer protection ratings of IP65, IP67, and IP68 and are UL-certified. The comprehensive automation portfolio includes LED versions, wire grips for protective tubing, and 360° shielded cables using ESCHA’s patented 2SSK technology. These cables feature enhanced drag chain performance and improved torsion resistance. The Automation Line includes M12x1 cables, M8x1 cables, and Ø8 mm snap connectors, and is resistant to temperatures ranging from -30 °C to +90 °C.
The older blue cables are gradually being replaced by black connectors. Advantages of the black connectors include a locking nut integrated directly into the housing grip, providing optimal connector support. The rougher knurl improves handling and grip.
The Automation Line cables, marked with S7400, are round M12x1 and M8x1 connectors with flexible, silicone- and halogen-free control cables. The S7400 series is specifically designed for use in robotic, handling, and assembly technology applications. The new line is also referred to as the ‘Automation Line robotic’ and can be recognised by the orange colour of the cables.
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ESCHA offers ready-to-use open-ended connectors and connecting cables in M8x1 and M12x1 housings for applications in vehicle assembly. These components are ideally suited to meet the various requirements of body construction and vehicle assembly. For example, the new PUR cable with an enlarged outer sheath provides excellent resistance to welding sparks. The UL-approved S370 cable is highly resistant to drag chains and torsion.
In the food industry, the specific requirements of the machines and installations are much higher than those of classical mechanics. ESCHA connectors with 'Hygienic Design' make it possible to use components in applications where they come into contact with food. Contact between materials and the food to be processed is prevented and high protection against cleaning agents is ensured.
The special structure of the surface of the connectors prevents the remaining residues and staining. The TPE-based overmold and cables are resistant to ECOLAB-certified cleaning agents. This ensures that the sealing and optical properties remain intact in the long term with regular use of aggressive substances, even at temperatures from -40 °C to + 105 °C. TPE is an extremely resistant material that is very suitable for applications in milk processing. For applications with fewer requirements than milk processing, the PVC cables P00 and P01 (both UL approved) are excellent alternatives. The food and beverage cables have a degree of protection of IP65, IP67, IP68 and IP69. Read more about Hygienic Design cables.
The plastic knurled nuts are extremely robust and can be tightened either by hand or with a wrench. They also comply with protection standards IP67, IP68, and IP69.
Thanks to their unique plastic composition, they are resistant to Ecolab cleaning agents. The hygienic design prevents the build-up of dirt and residues. As a result, connectors with plastic knurled nuts can be safely used in product contact zones.
Thanks to the high temperature-resistant materials of ESCHA's high-temperature cables, we guarantee optimum reliable operating mode, even in exceptional temperatures. Permanent ambient temperatures of -20 °C and +150 °C and short-term temperatures of +200 °C are not a problem for the 'high temperature' line. The high-temperature cables are available as 3-, 4-, 5-, 8- or 12-pole, M8 or M12.
The thermal resistance of these high temperature cables ranges from -190 °C to + 260 °C. Due to the fully fluorinated sheath and wire insulation, the cable is perfectly suited for applications in high-frequency cables, as a control cable in critical temperature zones and in the computer and aerospace industries. Moreover, it is distinguished by a very good chemical strength, as well as its ozone and weather resistance.
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Many different data cables are available on the market. In many applications, standard data cable does not lead to the desired result or a machine uses Industrial Ethernet or a fieldbus.
ESCHA has different cables for different applications in the range. ESCHA has cables for the following field buses: Profibus, ModBus, CANopen and DeviceNet. Ethernet / IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus-TCP, POWERLINK are Industrial Ethernet cables.
The agricultural sector and the vehicle industry have high demands when it comes to connectivity. Daily heavy loads and varying environmental conditions pose special challenges. In these sectors, the trend is moving from manual assembly to overmolded and ready-to-use connectivity. The advantages of this solution are obvious: a lower error rate and faster, cost-effective cabling with higher reliability.
The Deutsch-DT design connector product range combines all these advantages in one product. It is no longer field-wireable components, but a one-shot solution developed at ESCHA from the ground up.
Valve plugs or valve connectors are suitable for applications with minimal installation space. Valve plugs with and without LED are available. The LEDs are clearly visible in all mounting positions. Valve connectors are available with 0.15 to 10 m cable, PVC or PUR. The valve connectors are resistant to contact with oil and grease, temperatures -30 ° C to + 90 ° C and harsh conditions. The valve plugs are designed in various forms: A, AA, B, BI, C, CI and AAG.
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Plastic knurled nuts offer a distinct advantage over stainless steel versions: they are a cost-effective, yet by no means inferior alternative. Thanks to high-quality plastics, they are resistant to media and temperature, making them perfectly suited for use in mobile applications.
In such environments, connectors must withstand high-pressure cleaning, mud, oil, and extreme temperatures in both summer and winter. These plastic connectors from ESCHA are easy to clean and resistant to temperatures from -30 °C to +90 °C. In addition, UV stabilisers prevent them from becoming porous or rough over time.
ESCHA patch cables carry data from Point A to Point B with less data loss. Why do they lose less data? ESCHA cables are 360 degrees shielded: they are equipped with an extra casing according to the patented two-shell shielding concept.
In the connector, the patch cable loses the most data. Despite the fact that most patch cables these days contain a casing that protects them from data loss, these casings only run through the cable. ESCHA patch cables are shielded a long way into the connector, whereby the patch cables sustain less data loss.
As sensors become increasingly complex and compact, the amount of data that needs to be transmitted continues to grow. This calls for connectivity solutions that are both compact and multipole. That’s why ESCHA is expanding its M8 connector range with 8-pole variants. The 8-pole M8 connectors are available with open cable ends or as connecting cables, along with matching panel mount connectors.
Features of 8-pole M8 connectors:
With the four-pole connecting cables and panel mount connectors featuring P-coding, both data and power can be transmitted simultaneously via a single M8x1 connector. EtherCAT P connectors offer 360° shielding in accordance with the IEC 61076-2-104 standard.
EtherCAT P coding has been developed to eliminate connection errors with standard EtherCAT slaves. The EtherCAT P cable prevents all application errors, from 24 V I/O levels to drives with 400 V AC or 600 V DC and currents of up to 64 A.
Benefits of EtherCAT: