Recently, a European cable manufacturer has set a new standard in the industry by becoming the first to receive UL certification for their servomotor power and feedback cables with heat-resistance up to 90C. HELUKABEL has upgraded their entire TOPSERV and TOPGEBER product portfolio to ensure a longer service life, even in the harshest environments.
The current UL market standard for cable heat-resistance is 80C. However, motor applications and surrounding environments often exceed this temperature. Therefore, investing in higher heat-resistance cables can provide significant advantages such as a longer service life.
HELUKABEL conducted intensive testing to confirm that thermal stability up to 90C for over 30,000 hours was achieved. This upgrade was possible due to the optimization of their insulation materials and manufacturing methods. They use special polypropylene (PP) materials for the conductor insulation that can withstand temperatures up to 110C. For the servo and feedback cable jackets, HELUKABEL uses polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polyurethane (PUR). PUR has many advantages in dynamic drag chain applications where continuous flexing and high abrasion resistance are paramount.
HELUKABEL aims to provide their customers with a seamless transition to the upgraded cables, by ensuring that existing part numbers will be available for order. The only changes will be the new jacket marking, with no additional technical changes required.
In conclusion, UL certification for cables is essential in ensuring safety and reliability in electrical systems. It is commendable that HELUKABEL is setting a new standard in the industry with their upgraded servomotor power and feedback cables. The company's dedication towards technological advancements, to provide longer service life and higher heat-resistance cables, showcases their commitment to customer satisfaction.