5CAMPH.0018-30 Hybrid Communication Connection Cable Product Description
June 03, 2026

5CAMPH.0018-30 Hybrid Communication Connection Cable Product Description

The 5CAMPH.0018-30 is an original B&R hybrid drag-chain compatible connecting cable dedicated to MP40 and MP50 series suspended Mobile Panel handheld touchscreen control terminals, developed to realize integrated transmission of working power, Ethernet communication data and safety interlock signals between field mobile operating unit and cabinet-mounted 4MPCBX series junction box. Differentiated from fixed-installation cabinet inner wiring cables of 5CAMPC product line, this cable is specially optimized for frequent reciprocating bending inside drag chain during on-site suspended panel movement, following Austrian industrial design specification and IEC international electrical standards. Integrated multi-core functional grouping structure combines 24VDC SELV power conductors, star-quad shielded Ethernet twisted pair, emergency stop circuit cores and safety enable signal wires inside single halogen-free PUR outer sheath, completing centralized one-line connection for movable HMI system without separate wiring split for power and communication circuits. All finished cables go through continuity inspection, high voltage withstand test and shielding attenuation detection before factory delivery to resist continuous electromagnetic interference generated by on-site inverters, servo drivers and frequency conversion equipment, maintaining stable communication and safety signal transmission under cyclic drag working environment.

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5CAMPH.0018-30 Hybrid Communication Connection Cable Product Description

Product Overview

The 5CAMPH.0018-30 is an original B&R hybrid drag-chain compatible connecting cable dedicated to MP40 and MP50 series suspended Mobile Panel handheld touchscreen control terminals, developed to realize integrated transmission of working power, Ethernet communication data and safety interlock signals between field mobile operating unit and cabinet-mounted 4MPCBX series junction box. Differentiated from fixed-installation cabinet inner wiring cables of 5CAMPC product line, this cable is specially optimized for frequent reciprocating bending inside drag chain during on-site suspended panel movement, following Austrian industrial design specification and IEC international electrical standards. Integrated multi-core functional grouping structure combines 24VDC SELV power conductors, star-quad shielded Ethernet twisted pair, emergency stop circuit cores and safety enable signal wires inside single halogen-free PUR outer sheath, completing centralized one-line connection for movable HMI system without separate wiring split for power and communication circuits. All finished cables go through continuity inspection, high voltage withstand test and shielding attenuation detection before factory delivery to resist continuous electromagnetic interference generated by on-site inverters, servo drivers and frequency conversion equipment, maintaining stable communication and safety signal transmission under cyclic drag working environment.

Basic Information

Fixed official ordering part number is 5CAMPH.0018-30 with standard nominal length of 1.8 meters and permissible length tolerance controlled within ±50mm; outer sheath adopts RAL7012 industrial gray color specification, with permanent part number and production batch code continuously printed along cable outer surface for spare part identification and field maintenance tracing. Internal conductor adopts fine-stranded tinned copper material with 25-core overall layout divided into four independent functional core sets: three-core 24VDC SELV power and grounding wiring supplying stable working voltage from cabinet junction box to mobile touch terminal, four-core shielded star-quad Ethernet twisted pair pre-assembled with male RJ45 connector supporting 10/100Mbps TCP/IP data transmission, four-core dedicated emergency stop signal conductors and another four-core safety enable switch wiring for safety loop linkage, plus reserved auxiliary spare cores for later function expansion debugging. The cable gains IEC60332-1 vertical flame retardant certification and VDE oil-resistance certification, capable of resisting workshop floating cutting oil mist, industrial dust and mild chemical volatile erosion. Standard factory package only includes complete pre-terminated finished cable with push-pull circular connector at panel end and RJ45 terminal at cabinet side; matched junction box, drag chain fixing buckle and wire protection sleeve are not contained in original delivery scope and need separate procurement according to on-site equipment layout. Customized internal core arrangement and exclusive pin definition make this hybrid cable irreplaceable by ordinary split power cord or commercial standard network cable.

Function and Positioning

Positioned as core movable connecting medium for B&R MP40/MP50 series suspended mobile HMI system, 5CAMPH.0018-30 is mainly applied for field suspended handheld touch panel wiring of automation production line, equipment mobile operation station and workshop flexible assembly equipment, adapting frequent reciprocating drag inside cable drag chain which fixed-type cabinet cable cannot bear.
Stable power supply function transmits regulated 24VDC safety extra-low voltage from control cabinet junction box to mobile panel backplane to sustain continuous touch screen display, touch response and built-in circuit operation; built-in wire structure with short-circuit protection avoids terminal hardware burnout caused by accidental internal wire short during long-term dragging abrasion. Core Ethernet communication function establishes direct point-to-point network link between cabinet PLC controller and mobile HMI without intermediate switching equipment, supporting on-site program downloading, real-time production parameter upload and remote online fault diagnosis for touch screen configuration files. Independent safety signal transmission function separates emergency stop and safety enable signal circuits from power and communication cores to realize independent hardwire interlock; once handheld panel emergency button is triggered, signal can be instantly fed back to main control system to execute rapid equipment power-off protection. Full-layer wrapped overall shielding plus individual pair shielding design effectively isolates electromagnetic crosstalk between power lines and high-speed communication wiring, greatly lowering data packet loss and safety signal mis-trigger probability under complex industrial field electromagnetic environment.

Core Performance Parameters

In electrical indicators, rated working voltage of internal power cores is 30VDC conforming to SELV safety standard; overall shielding performance complies with IEC60096 attenuation requirement to guarantee stable anti-interference for cyclic movement working condition. Core insulation layer passes specified AC high voltage withstand testing to prevent insulation breakdown induced by instantaneous power grid surge and field transient overvoltage fluctuation.
For mechanical performance, minimum dynamic bending radius for drag chain installation reaches 40mm to fit continuous reciprocating bending movement of suspended mobile panel; maximum allowable instantaneous pulling tension is 150N to resist accidental pulling force during field equipment maintenance and cable arrangement. Unit average weight is around 130 grams per meter for mechanical load calculation of drag chain and suspension bracket design.
Regarding environmental adaptability, applicable working ambient temperature range covers -25°C to +75°C, adapting normal-temperature production workshop and semi-open processing site with irregular temperature variation; applicable relative humidity ranges from 5% to 95% under non-condensing working condition. Halogen-free PUR outer sheath features outstanding hydrolysis and anti-industrial oil property to prevent jacket cracking and core insulation ageing after long-term contact with mechanical lubricant and cutting fluid vapor on production site.

General Matching Accessories

Common optional matching fittings include compatible 4MPCBX series compact junction box, push-pull connector dustproof cap, drag chain special plastic fixing buckle, abrasion-resistant rubber wire inlet protective sleeve and anti-wear cable routing guide ring. Matched junction box works as terminal distribution component for cable end wiring separation and fixed connection inside control cabinet; drag chain buckles and rubber sleeves protect cable outer sheath from sharp metal drag chain edge scratching and extrusion damage during frequent cyclic bending movement.
Conventional daily maintenance auxiliary supplies include neutral non-corrosive cleaning detergent and anti-static soft wiping cloth for regular outer sheath decontamination on oily and dusty production site; sharp cutting tools and strong corrosive chemical solvent are forbidden during maintenance to avoid outer casing rupture and internal core insulation corrosion. Automation integrators are recommended to reserve spare cables to realize rapid on-site replacement and shorten production halt time caused by cable ageing or accidental abrasion damage.

Applicable Equipment and Fields

5CAMPH.0018-30 exclusively matches full-range B&R MP40 and MP50 series suspended mobile touch panels and corresponding 4MPCBX junction boxes, serving as essential drag-chain wiring component of movable HMI subsystem for field mobile operation.
Typical matched mechanical equipment includes automated assembly production line equipment, precision electronic component processing machine, food and pharmaceutical packaging machinery, small new energy assembling workstation and bench-type injection molding auxiliary machine equipped with suspended handheld operation touch terminal.
In industrial application fields, this drag-chain hybrid cable is widely deployed in automotive component automation, precision electronics manufacturing, food packaging industry and new energy small parts assembly industries; anti-bending integrated cable design simplifies field suspended HMI wiring construction and improves long-term operation stability of mobile operating system.

Certification and Quality Description

Full production flow of 5CAMPH.0018-30 follows ISO9001 international quality management system and original Austrian B&R cable production technical standard; raw copper conductor, insulating compound and PUR outer sheath material are sourced from certified qualified upstream suppliers with batch incoming parameter inspection before production processing. Multi-stage in-process quality control includes stranded wire uniformity inspection, insulation thickness calibration, finished cable cyclic bending ageing test, high voltage withstand detection and connector wiring continuity verification to confirm each finished product meets official design specification before factory shipment.
This cable holds valid CE and cULus certification and complies with EU RoHS hazardous substance restriction and EMC electromagnetic compatibility directive to satisfy global equipment export access requirement. Optimized anti-fatigue conductor layout and multi-layer shielding structure effectively reduce field failure rate under long-term cyclic drag condition; original manufacturer supplies complete after-sales technical service covering model matching confirmation, drag chain wiring guidance and routine field fault troubleshooting consultation. After massive practical application on various flexible automation projects worldwide, the product gains stable market recognition for excellent bending resistance and reliable comprehensive signal transmission performance.

Ordering and Delivery Instructions

Unique valid ordering part number is fixed as 5CAMPH.0018-30, complete accurate part code must be filled on purchase order to avoid wrong delivery of mismatched substitute cables with different length or connector definition. All delivered products are brand-new original genuine B&R goods covered under twelve-month factory warranty calculated starting from customer goods receiving date.
Standard shipment package only contains complete pre-terminated 1.8-meter finished hybrid cable; matched junction box, drag chain fixing accessories and all installation auxiliary parts are excluded from default packing scope and require independent ordering based on personalized project field layout demand. Each delivery batch is attached with complete certification document and detailed packing list with diversified logistics options to guarantee intact cargo transportation without outer sheath extrusion damage during transit. Before final order confirmation, purchasers shall verify matched mobile panel model and junction box specification with authorized distributor or professional technical engineer to prevent specification mismatch and unnecessary economic loss.


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