ABB PFCL201PFTL101 3BSE018741R50 Tension Sensor Connection Cable

Description

Technical Specifications

Core Cable Specifications

• Cable Length: 50 meters (164 feet)
• Conductor Configuration: 4‑core, twisted‑pair construction (2 signal pairs)
• Conductor Material: High‑purity oxygen‑free copper (OFC)
• Conductor Gauge: 17 AWG (1.04 mm²) per core
• Insulation Material: Cross‑linked polyethylene (XLPE), high‑temperature resistant
• Shielding: Dual‑layer shielding (aluminum foil + tinned copper braid, 90% coverage)
• Outer Jacket: Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), oil‑resistant, abrasion‑resistant
• Jacket Color: Standard industrial gray
• Bending Radius: Minimum 10 × cable diameter (flexible installation)
• Cable Diameter: Approximately 8.0 mm
• Weight: 5.0 kg (gross weight for 50‑meter assembly)ABB

Electrical Performance

• Nominal Impedance: 120 Ω (twisted‑pair, characteristic impedance)
• DC Resistance: ≤ 86 Ω/km per conductor at 20°C
• Capacitance: ≤ 100 pF/m (conductor‑to‑shield)
• Signal Frequency Range: DC to 10 kHz (supports high‑resolution tension signals)
• Isolation Voltage: 1000 V AC (test voltage, conductor‑to‑shield)
• Operating Voltage: 24 V DC (compatible with sensor supply voltage)
• Signal Transmission: Differential analog (4–20 mA) and digital pulse signals
• EMC Performance: Complies with IEC 61000‑6‑2 (industrial immunity) and IEC 61000‑6‑3 (industrial emissions)

Connector Specifications

• Connector Type: Pre‑assembled male plug connector (industrial circular connector)
• Pin Configuration: 4‑pin (2 signal, 2 power/ground)
• Connector Material: Nickel‑plated brass housing, gold‑plated contacts
• Sealing Rating: IP67 (dust‑tight, water‑resistant when mated)
• Locking Mechanism: Threaded coupling (secure, vibration‑resistant connection)
• Contact Resistance: ≤ 5 mΩ (gold‑plated contacts)
• Mating Cycles: ≥ 500 insertions/removals (long‑term durability)

Environmental & Mechanical Ratings

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +80°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Humidity: 5%–95% RH, non‑condensing
• Vibration Resistance: IEC 60068‑2‑6 (5–500 Hz, 10 g rms)
• Shock Resistance: IEC 60068‑2‑27 (50 g, 11 ms)
• Oil Resistance: Resistant to industrial oils, lubricants, and hydraulic fluids
• Chemical Resistance: Resistant to mild acids, alkalis, and solvents
• Flame Retardancy: Complies with IEC 60332‑1 (single cable, vertical flame test)
• UV Resistance: Suitable for indoor and covered outdoor installations

Compatibility & Certifications

• Compatible Sensors: ABB PFCL 201, PFTL 101, PFTL 201 web tension sensorsABB
• Compatible Controllers: ABB PFEA111, PFEA112, PFEA113 tension controllers
• System Compatibility: ABB 800xA, AC 800M, and other industrial control systems
• Certifications: CE, UL, CSA, RoHS compliant
• Standards: IEC 61034 (smoke density), IEC 60754‑2 (halogen‑free option available)

Key Features

High‑Precision Signal Integrity

• Twisted‑Pair Construction: Minimizes crosstalk and ensures differential signal stability
• Dual‑Layer Shielding: Eliminates electromagnetic interference (EMI) from industrial machinery
• Gold‑Plated Contacts: Provides low contact resistance and prevents signal degradation
• Low Capacitance Design: Preserves high‑frequency signal components for accurate tension measurement
• OFC Conductors: Reduces signal loss and ensures consistent transmission over 50‑meter length

Robust Industrial Design

• Heavy‑Duty Construction: Withstands mechanical stress, abrasion, and repeated bending
• Oil & Chemical Resistance: Suitable for harsh industrial environments with lubricants and solvents
• Extreme Temperature Tolerance: Operates reliably in sub‑zero and high‑temperature conditions
• IP67 Sealed Connector: Prevents dust and moisture ingress in challenging installations
• Flame‑Retardant Jacket: Ensures safety in industrial facilities with fire risk

Plug‑and‑Play Convenience

• Pre‑Terminated Connector: Eliminates on‑site wiring errors and reduces installation time
• Secure Threaded Coupling: Provides vibration‑resistant connection in high‑motion environments
• Universal Compatibility: Directly interfaces with ABB’s full range of tension sensors and controllers
• Long Cable Length: 50‑meter reach accommodates large‑scale industrial machinery layouts
• Maintenance‑Free: No internal components to service, ensuring minimal downtime

Long‑Term Reliability

• High‑Quality Materials: Premium components for 20+ years of continuous operation
• Low Maintenance Design: Solid‑state construction with no moving parts
• EMC Compliance: Ensures stable performance in electrically noisy industrial plants
• Halogen‑Free Option: Available for applications requiring low smoke and toxic fume emission
• Manufacturer Warranty: Backed by ABB’s industrial quality assurance

Application Scenarios

Paper & Pulp Industry

• Paper Machines: Tension sensor connection for unwinder, rewinder, and dryer sections
• Coating Lines: Signal transmission for tension control in paper coating processes
• Printing Presses: Reliable connection for web tension measurement in offset and flexographic printing
• Converting Equipment: Tension feedback for slitting, laminating, and embossing machines
• Tissue Production: Precise tension control for tissue paper manufacturing lines

Metal Processing Industry

• Steel Rolling Mills: Tension sensor cabling for hot and cold rolling mill strip tension control
• Aluminum Foil Production: Signal transmission for foil rolling and finishing processes
• Metal Coating Lines: Tension measurement connection for galvanizing and plating lines
• Tinplate Manufacturing: Reliable cabling for tinplate rolling and annealing processes
• Wire Drawing Machines: Tension feedback for high‑speed wire drawing operations

Plastic & Film Industry

• Extrusion Lines: Tension sensor connection for plastic film and sheet extrusion
• Blown Film Machines: Signal transmission for film bubble tension control
• Cast Film Lines: Reliable cabling for cast film production and winding processes
• Laminating Machines: Tension feedback for multi‑layer plastic laminating operations
• Bag Making Machines: Precise tension control for plastic bag manufacturing lines

Textile Industry

• Weaving Machines: Tension sensor cabling for warp and weft tension control
• Knitting Machines: Signal transmission for fabric tension measurement in circular and flat knitting
• Dyeing & Finishing: Reliable connection for textile dyeing and finishing line tension control
• Spinning Machines: Tension feedback for yarn spinning and winding processes
• Nonwoven Production: Precise tension control for nonwoven fabric manufacturing

Converting & Packaging Industry

• Flexographic Printing: Tension sensor connection for packaging film printing presses
• Rotogravure Printing: Signal transmission for high‑speed packaging printing operations
• Laminating Lines: Reliable cabling for flexible packaging laminating processes
• Slitting & Rewinding: Tension feedback for packaging material slitting and rewinding
• Bag & Pouch Making: Precise tension control for flexible packaging manufacturing

Rubber & Tire Industry

• Calendering Lines: Tension sensor cabling for rubber calendering processes
• Extrusion Lines: Signal transmission for tire component extrusion tension control
• Winding Machines: Reliable connection for rubber strip and fabric winding operations
• Tire Building Machines: Tension feedback for tire carcass and belt building processes
• Curing Presses: Precise tension control for tire curing line material handling

General Industrial Applications

• Nonwoven Fabric Production: Tension measurement connection for hygiene and industrial nonwovens
• Adhesive Tape Manufacturing: Signal transmission for tape coating and slitting lines
• Foil & Paper Converting: Reliable cabling for various web‑based converting processes
• Cable & Wire Production: Tension feedback for wire drawing and insulation lines
• Technical Textiles: Precise tension control for industrial and technical textile manufacturing