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AEG 3185996 Series Industrial PLC Cable Assembly
- Product Introduction: AEG 3185996 is a high-quality industrial shielded cable assembly exclusively designed for connecting Modicon PLC main chassis to remote I/O racks in industrial automation systems. The cable features heavy-duty shielded construction, industrial-grade connectors and a rugged outer jacket, engineered to deliver reliable high-speed data transmission while resisting electrical interference, mechanical damage, oil and moisture in harsh industrial environments. It is pre-terminated with factory-installed connectors for plug-and-play installation, eliminating on-site wiring errors and ensuring consistent performance across Modicon automation systems. It is a critical interconnect component for distributed I/O systems, enabling reliable communication between the central PLC and remote field I/O in large-scale industrial applications.
- Technical Specifications:
- Cable Type: Multi-core shielded twisted pair cable (for data) + power conductors (for remote I/O power)
- Number of Conductors: 8 twisted pairs (data) + 4 power conductors (24 V DC + GND), 12 total conductors
- Conductor Gauge: 22 AWG (data conductors, tinned copper); 18 AWG (power conductors, tinned copper) – high conductivity and corrosion resistance
- Shielding: Double shielding – foil shield (individual twisted pairs) + braided copper shield (overall cable) – 100% coverage for maximum EMC protection
Detailed content
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- Shield Termination: 360° shield grounding at both connectors (industrial-grade shield clamps) – eliminates ground loops
- Connectors: Male/female industrial rectangular connectors (AEG Modicon proprietary, keyed for anti-mating error) with gold-plated contacts – low contact resistance and corrosion resistance
- Connector IP Rating: IP67 (mated); IP20 (unmated) – dust and water protection for field connections
- Data Transmission Speed: Up to 10 Mbps (supports Modicon remote I/O bus protocol)
- Maximum Transmission Distance: 100 meters (at 10 Mbps); 200 meters (at 1 Mbps) – standard length options: 5/10/15/20/30 meters (custom lengths available)
- Outer Jacket: PVC/LSZH (low smoke zero halogen) – oil-resistant, moisture-resistant, flame-retardant (UL 94 V-0)
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C (cable); -25°C to +70°C (connectors)
- Bend Radius: 10× cable diameter (static); 15× cable diameter (dynamic) – flexible for tight control cabinet and field routing
- Tensile Strength: >150 N – resistant to accidental pulling and mechanical stress
- Oil Resistance: Compliant with DIN EN 60811-2-1 – resistant to mineral oil and industrial fluids
- Moisture Resistance: IP67 (mated) – resistant to water splashes and humidity
- Compatibility: Modicon 800/900 series PLC main chassis (AS-B800/900) and remote I/O racks (AS-P890/930, AS-J892)
- Weight: 0.25 kg/m (cable assembly)
- Compliance: IEC 61326-1 (EMC), CE, RoHS, UL 1061
- Functional Features:
- Double shielding (foil + braided copper) with 360° shield grounding provides maximum EMC protection, ensuring reliable high-speed data transmission in high-noise industrial environments (VFDs, motors, welding equipment)
- Pre-terminated factory-installed connectors enable plug-and-play installation, eliminating on-site wiring, crimping and termination errors, and reducing system commissioning time
- Keyed proprietary connectors prevent incorrect mating, a common cause of communication failure and equipment damage in industrial systems
- Gold-plated connector contacts ensure low contact resistance, corrosion resistance and long-term reliable connection (≥10,000 mating cycles)
- Combined data and power conductors in a single cable reduce the number of cables required for remote I/O connection, simplifying cable management and reducing control cabinet/field wiring complexity
- Heavy-duty LSZH outer jacket provides excellent resistance to oil, moisture, mechanical damage and UV radiation, ensuring reliable operation in harsh industrial environments (mining, offshore, manufacturing)
- Flame-retardant UL 94 V-0 jacket complies with industrial fire safety standards, preventing fire spread in control cabinets and field installations
- High-flexibility cable construction with large bend radius enables easy routing in tight control cabinets and field locations, reducing installation time and cable damage
- Tinned copper conductors provide excellent corrosion resistance, critical for use in humid, salt-laden and corrosive industrial environments (marine, offshore, food processing)
- Multiple standard length options (5-30 meters) and custom length availability ensure compatibility with all distributed I/O system layouts, from small control cabinets to large-scale factory floors
- IP67-rated mated connectors provide dust and water protection for field connections, enabling use in wet and dusty industrial environments (washdown areas, outdoor installations)
- Compliant with Modicon remote I/O bus protocol, ensuring seamless communication with Modicon PLC and remote I/O modules with no protocol conversion required
- Rugged construction with high tensile strength resists accidental pulling and mechanical stress, a common issue in industrial field installations
- Application Scenarios:
- Large-scale factory automation for connecting Modicon PLC main chassis to remote I/O racks in automotive, electronics and packaging manufacturing lines
- Water and wastewater treatment for connecting central PLC to remote I/O racks in distributed treatment plants, lift stations and pipeline monitoring systems
- Mining and mineral processing for connecting central PLC to remote I/O racks in remote, harsh and high-vibration mining locations
- Marine and offshore applications for connecting shipboard Modicon PLC to remote I/O racks in salt-laden, corrosive offshore platform and shipboard environments
- Building automation for connecting central BMS PLC to remote I/O racks in large commercial and industrial buildings (hospitals, data centers, malls)
- Food and beverage production for connecting central PLC to remote I/O racks in washdown environments (processing and packaging lines)
- Oil and gas pipelines for connecting central PLC to remote I/O racks in pipeline monitoring and control systems (remote valve stations)
- Material handling systems for connecting central PLC to remote I/O racks in large-scale conveyor and palletizing systems (warehouses, distribution centers)
- Power generation and distribution for connecting central PLC to remote I/O racks in power plant and substation automation systems
- Aerospace and automotive testing for connecting central PLC to remote I/O racks in test rigs and high-noise testing environments
