Product Specification – X20CADE61.0010

1. General Information

• Manufacturer: B&R Industrial Automation

• Part Number: X20CADE61.0010

• Product Type: Industrial Ethernet/POWERLINK Connection Cable

• Product Series: X20 System Accessories

• Product Status: Standard, Active

• Protection Class: IP20 (for fixed indoor installation)

2. Product Overview

3. Technical Specifications

3.1 Electrical & Communication Parameters

• Communication Standard: Fast Ethernet (100 Mbit/s), POWERLINK

• Cable Category: Cat 5e (Category 5 enhanced)

• Number of Pairs: 4 pairs (8 conductors)

• Wire Gauge (AWG): 26 AWG (0.14 mm²)

• Impedance: 100 ± 15 Ω

• Transmission Frequency: Up to 100 MHz

• Shielding: Overall aluminum foil shield (S/FTP) for EMC protection

• Connector Type: RJ45 (8P8C) on both ends

• Voltage Rating: Max. 125 V

• Test Voltage: 1000 V (between conductors)

• Conductor Resistance: ≤ 145 Ω/km at 20°C

3.2 Mechanical & Physical Parameters

• Length: 1.0 m

• Outer Diameter: Approx. 6.7 mm

• Bend Radius:

  • Fixed installation: ≥ 4 × outer diameter

  • Flexible/drag chain: ≥ 8 × outer diameter

• Material (Sheath): Halogen-free, flame-retardant PVC (compliant with IEC 60332-3-24)

• Color: Green (standard for B&R POWERLINK cables)

• Weight: Approx. 0.05 kg

3.3 Environmental Conditions

• Operating Temperature: -30°C to +70°C

• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Humidity: 5% – 95% RH, non-condensing

• Flame Resistance: Flame-retardant, halogen-free

• RoHS Compliant: Yes (2011/65/EU)

3.4 Certifications & Standards

• CE

• UKCA

• UL (E470046)

• RoHS

• IEC 61156-6

• EN 50288-2-2

4. Key Features

• Dual Protocol Support: Optimized for both standard Ethernet and real-time POWERLINK communication.

• Industrial Grade Shielding: Full S/FTP shielding ensures robust immunity to electrical noise (EMC) in factories.

• High Flex Life: Designed for reliable operation in drag chains (min. 3 million flex cycles).

• Hazardous Environment Safe: Halogen-free and flame-retardant sheath for safety.

• Precision Length: Exact 1.0-meter length for standardized cabinet wiring.

• Universal Compatibility: Works with all B&R X20 controllers, interface modules, and I/O stations.

5. Typical Applications

• Connecting B&R X20 PLCs (e.g., X20CP, X20BB) to HMI, drives, or other network devices.

• Establishing POWERLINK communication between X20 I/O stations and the main controller.

• Wiring within control cabinets for Ethernet-based industrial networks.

• Use in standard industrial environments requiring reliable, noise-resistant data links.

6. Compatibility

• Fully Compatible with all B&R modules featuring an RJ45 Ethernet/POWERLINK port.

• Common Pairings: X20CPxxx, X20BBxxx, X20IF1xxx, X20BR9300, X20BT9100.

• Not Suitable: For outdoor use, direct burial, or applications requiring IP67 protection.