Industrial Ethernet: Robust solution for Industrial Communication Networks
Industrial Ethernet is a solution that brings the proven Ethernet platform into harsh industrial environments. This network infrastructure is designed to withstand wide temperature ranges, continuous vibration, and long-term operation while maintaining a high level of reliability and stability.
The core advantage of Ethernet in industrial applications lies in its real-time transmission of control data, ensuring signals are sent and received precisely when required by the system. Compared to proprietary fieldbus technologies, Industrial Ethernet stands out thanks to its unified standards, high reliability, cost-effective hardware, and flexible scalability, fully aligned with modern networking trends.
Data cable in general and Ethernet cable in particular are the leading types of cables used in Bus technology to connect devices and ensure data transmission. The product plays an important role in maintaining a more stable, safe, and secure transmission line than traditional networking systems. Ethernet cable is a commonly used cable for connecting computers, routers or switches.
Ethernet cable was created to solve the problem of unstable transmission lines in manufacturing plants that require high levels of signal accuracy. The basic structure of this cable consists of two main types: solid core and stranded core. Solid core provides better performance, limits signal interference, and reduces transmission disruptions.
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Discover our Ethernet cables
1. Cat 7 Ethernet cables
Our Cat 7 cables
2. Cat 6 Ethernet cables
Our Cat 6 cables
3. Cat 5 Ethernet cables
Our Cat 5 cables
4. Profinet cable Type A, B, C, R
Our Profinet cables
5. EtherCAT cables
Our EtherCAT cables
6. Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) cables
Our SPE cables
7. HELUCHAIN Ethernet cables
Our HELUCHAIN cables
8. Industrial Ethernet Cable Assemblies
Our cables
9. Bus cables
Our product rangeOutstanding features of HELUKABEL's ethernet and bus cables
1. HELUKAT® PROFInet A CAT.5e SF/UTP PVC STATIC cables
PROFInet Type A, FastConnect (SK) capable, highly flame-retardant
HELUKAT® PROFInet A CAT.5e SF/UTP PVC STATIC for fixed installation in industrial networks, rugged. It guarantees excellent transmission characteristics and may be used even under the harshest conditions. The cable listed here corresponds to PROFInet Type A and is designed for normal fixed installation in industrial environments
2. HELUKAT® 600 CAT.7e S/FTP FRNC STATIC cables
CC-Link IE Field certified, performance up to 1000 MHz, flame-retardant, low smoke
They are characterized by large performance reserves and outstanding performance. They can be used to implement services such as Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, ATM155, FDDI, token ring 4/16 Mbit/s or ISDN absolutely trouble-free. Likewise, the mechanical characteristics are perfectly suited for the application in tight cable channels and platforms due to their optimized construction.
Features of HELUKAT® PROFInet A CAT.5e SF/UTP PVC STATIC
- Bare conductor, PVC insulation, PVC outer sheath in green colour
- Screening: Al foil and và tinned copper braid
- Temperature range: -40°C to 80°C (fixed installation), -20°C to +60°C (during instlaation)
- Resistant to oil, UV radiation, weathering effects
- Highly flame-retardant
- Minimum bending radius: 15x Outer-Ø (flexing), 7x Outer-Ø (fixed installation)
Features of HELUKAT® 600 CAT.7e S/FTP FRNC STATIC
- Bare copper conductor, PE insulation, FRNC outer sheath, halogen-free
- Screening: tinned copper braid
- Temperature range: -20°C to 60°C (fixed installation), 0°C to +50°C (during installtion)
- Flame-retardant
- Minimum bending radius: 8x Outer-Ø (flexing), 4x Outer-Ø (fixed installation)
3. HELUKAT® 100S CAT.5e 30 V 4C SF/UTP PUR CHAIN
Industrial Ethernet cable / Cat. 5e acc. to ISO/IEC 11801, DIN EN 50173, IEC 61156-6, DIN EN 50288-2-2, UL-Std. 758 (AWM) Style 20963
This cable is designed for use in cable carriers and the recurring loads cause by moving machine components. Thanks to the PU sheath, it also offers excellent resistance to common mineral oils, greases and cooling lubricants.
4. HELUKAT® 100IND CAT.5 WK SF/UTP X-FRNC FLEX
Industrial Ethernet cable / Cat. 5 acc. to ISO/IEC 11801, DIN EN 50173, IEC 61156-3, DIN EN 50288-2-2, UL-Std. 758 (AWM) Style 21281
This cable is designed specially for demanding temperature requirements such as those encountered in wind turbines. Radiation cross-linking provides improved thermal stability as well as good oil resitance.
Features of HELUKAT® 100S CAT.5e 30 V 4C SF/UTP PUR CHAIN
- Bare conductor, Polyolefin insulation, PUR outer sheath in green colour
- Screening: Al foil and và tinned copper braid
- Temperature range: -30°C to 60°C (fixed installation), -40°C to +80°C (during instlaation)
- Resistant to: oil, UV radiation, hydrolysis, microbes, coolants, greases
- Abrasion-resistant, notch-resistant, tear-resistant, cut-resistant, wear-resistant, low adhesion
- Flame-retardant, halogen-free
- Minimum bending radius: 15x Outer-Ø (flexing), 7x Outer-Ø (fixed installation)
Features of HELUKAT® 100IND CAT.5 WK SF/UTP X-FRNC FLEX
- Copper wire tinned, XLPE insulation, X-FRNC outer sheath in black colour
- Screening: Al foil and tinned copper braid
- Temperature range: -20°C to 60°C (fixed installation), 0°C to +50°C (during installtion)
- Resistant to: oil, UV radiation, microbes, coolants, acids, alkalis
- Abrasion-resistant, notch-resistant, low adhesion
- Suitable for outdoor use
- Flame-retardant, halogen-free
- Minimum bending radius: 8x Outer-Ø (flexing), 4x Outer-Ø (fixed installation)
Cat 7 ethernet cables
Cat 7 Ethernet cables are used in both tertiary and secondary network layers. This cable type stands out for its large performance reserve and superior transmission capabilities, enabling stable, trouble-free deployment for many different network services such as Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, ATM155, FDDI, Token Ring 4/16 Mbit/s, or ISDN.
In addition to standard cables, HELUKABEL also offers specialized Cat 7 cable lines for offshore applications, robotics applications, cable chains...
| 7/7A/7e cables | Number of cores x AWG | Sheath material | Sheath color | Characteristics | Part number |
| HELUKAT® 600 CAT.7e S/FTP FRNC STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 23 /1 | FRNC | Violet, orange | CC-Link IE Field, up to 1000 MHz | 80810 |
| HELUKAT® 600IND CAT.7e S/FTP PUR STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 23 /1 | PUR | Green, grey, blue, red | CC-Link IE Field, up to 1200 MHz | 801197 |
| HELUKAT® 600IND CAT.7e S/FTP FRNC STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 23 /1 | FRNC | Green | Up to 1200 MHz, flame-retardant, low smoke | 11007775 |
| HELUKAT® 1200IND CAT.7A S/FTP PUR STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 23 /1 | PUR | Green | Up to 1200 MHz | 805680 |
| HELUKAT® 1000IND CAT.7A S/FTP PUR ROBUSTFLEX | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/7 | PUR | Green | Up to 1000 MHz | 805684 |
| HELUKAT® 600S CAT.7 SF/FTP PUR CHAIN | 4 x 2 x AWG 24/7 | PUR | Green | CC-Link IE Field certified | 805614 |
| HELUKAT® 600T CAT.7 SF/FTP PUR TORSION | 4 x 2 x AWG 24/7 | 805828 | |||
| HELUKAT® 600IND CAT.7 S/FTP FRNC SHIPLINE | 4 x 2 x AWG 24/7 | FRNC | Black | Marine and Offshore, flame-retardant, low smoke, DNV certificate | 11021853 |
| HELUKAT® 600IND CAT.7 S/FTP PUR ROBUSTFLEX | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/7 | PUR | Green | 802184 |
Cat 6 ethernet cables
Cat 6 cable is designed to support data transmission at frequencies up to 250 MHz, meeting the requirements of Gigabit Ethernet applications and capable of supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet over short distances, making it suitable for office networks, buildings...
Meanwhile, Cat 6A increases bandwidth to 500 MHz, double that of Cat 6, helping to maintain stable 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds at distances up to 100 m. Cat 6A is the ideal choice for network systems that demand high performance, long-term stability, and future scalability.
| Cat 6/6A cables | Number of cores x AWG | Sheath material | Sheath color | Characteristics | Part number |
| HELUKAT® 500IND CAT.6A S/FTP FRNC STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 22 /1 | FRNC | Green | Flame-retardant, low smoke | 11007777 |
| HELUKAT® 500IND CAT.6A SK S/FTP PVC STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 22 /1 | PVC | Green | CC-Link IE Field certified, FastConnect (SK) capable, highly flame-retardant | 803693 |
| HELUKAT® 500IND CAT.6A S/FTP PVC FLEX | 4 x 2 x AWG 23/7 | PVC | Black | for use in CP-Link 4 systems from Beckhoff | 11023769 |
| HELUKAT® 500S CAT.6A SF/FTP PUR CHAIN | 4 x 2 x AWG 24/7 | PUR | Green | Halogen-free, flame-retardant | 805703 |
| HELUKAT® 500S CAT.6A SF/FTP SLIM PUR CHAIN | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/7 | PUR | Green | Halogen-free, flame-retardant | 805548 |
| HELUKAT® 500IND CAT.6A S/FTP LS0H EXTRAFLEX | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/7 | LSZH | Green | Extremely flexible | 11023932 |
| HELUKAT® 250IND CAT.6 CMG SF/UTP PVC STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 24 /1 | PVC | Green | FRNC inner shell, highly flame-retardant | 805655 |
| HELUKAT® 250IND CAT.6 AWM SF/UTP PVC STATIC | 4 x 2 x AWG 24 /1 | PVC | Green | FRNC inner sheath, flame-retardant | 805681 |
| HELUKAT® 250S CAT.6 CMG SF/UTP PVC CHAIN | 4 x 2 x AWG 24/7 | PVC | Green | Highly flame-retardant | 805658 |
| HELUKAT® 250S CAT.6 CMX SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/19 | PUR | Green | Low smoke | 803387 |
Cat 5 ethernet cables
Cat 5 cables support bandwidths up to 100 MHz; data transfer rates are 100 Mbit/s (2 pairs) and 1 Gbit/s (4 pairs).
In some Cat 5e cable lines, the bandwidth can reach up to 200 MHz.
| Cat 5/5e cables | Number of cores x AWG | Sheath material | Sheath color | Characteristics | Part number |
| HELUKAT® 100IND CAT.5 SF/UTP FRNC STATIC | 2 x 2 x AWG 24 /1 | FRNC | Blue | Flame-retardant, low smoke | 805699 |
| HELUKAT® 100IND CAT.5e SF/UTP FRNC FLEX | 2 x 2 x AWG 26/7 | 805701 | |||
| HELUKAT® 200IND CAT.5e SF/UTP PUR ROBUSTFLEX | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/7 | PUR | Grey | Flame-retardant, halogen-free | 800068 |
| HELUKAT® 100IND CAT.5 WK SF/UTP X-FRNC FLEX | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 | Cross-linked FRNC | Black | Flame-retardant, heat resistant, low smoke | 802293 |
| HELUKAT® 100S CAT.5e 1000 V SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 2 x 2 x AWG 26/19 | PUR | Green | Flame-retardant, UL/CSA, for cable chains | 11007779 |
| HELUKAT® 200S CAT.5 4C SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 4 x 1 x AWG 24/19 | PUR | Green | Flame-retardant, for cable chains | 800088 |
| HELUKAT® 100T CAT.5 SF/UTP PUR TORSION | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/19 | PUR | Green | Flame-retardant, UL/CSA | 800067 |
Profinet cable Type A, B, C, R
- Type A (Stationary): For fixed installations in control cabinets
- Type B (Moving): For cables subjected to infrequent movement
- Type C (Highly flexible): Used for continuous motion applications in cable chains
- Type R (Torsion, Robotics): Used for applications with high torsional stress, such as in industrial robot systems.
| Profinet cables | Number of cores x AWG | Sheath material | Sheath color | Characteristics | Part number |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet A CAT.5e SF/UTP PVC STATIC | 2 x 2 x AWG 22 /1 | PVC | Green | UL/CSA, FastConnect (SK) capable, highly flame-retardant | 800653 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet A CAT.5e SF/UTP PVC STATIC PLTC-ER | 2 x 2 x AWG 22 /1 | PVC | Green |
| 11018984 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet A CAT.5e SF/UTP FRNC STATIC | 2 x 2 x AWG 22 /1 | FRNC | Green |
| 805653 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet A CAT.5e SF/UTP PE STATIC ARMORED | 2 x 2 x AWG 22 /1 | PE | Black | Rodent protection armour | 801650 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet B CAT.5e SF/UTP FRNC FLEX | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 | FRNC | Green |
| 805654 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet B CAT.5e SF/UTP FRNC FLEX Cca | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 | FRNC | Green | CPR class: Cca s1a d2 a1, SUN RES | 11027770 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet B CAT.5e HYBRID SF/UTP FRNC FLEX | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 + 4 x 1.5 mm² | FRNC | Green | Flame-retardant, halogen-free | 801651 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet B CAT.5e SF/UTP FRNC SHIPLINE | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 | FRNC | Green |
| 802185 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet B CAT.5e SF/UTP PVC FESTOON | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 | PVC | Green |
| 803295 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet C CAT.5e SF/UTP PVC CHAIN | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 | PVC | Green |
| 802914 |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet C CAT.5e SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/7 | PUR | Green | 800655 | |
| HELUKAT® PROFInet R+ CAT.5e SF/UTP PUR ROBOTIC | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/19 | PUR | Green | 1000V UL approval | 11007800 |
EtherCAT cables
These cables are suitable for EtherCAT classification for moving cables and are capable of withstanding continuous mechanical loads over extended periods.
The PUR jacket version is UL AWM Style certified, offering superior durability for use in cable chains, along with high chemical resistance, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments.
| EtherCAT cables | Number of cores x AWG | Sheath material | Sheath color | Characteristics | Part number |
| HELUKABEL® EtherCAT-P100S-L CAT.5e SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 4 x 1 x AWG 22/7 | PUR | Black - red |
| 11007522 |
| HELUKABEL® EtherCAT-P100S-M CAT.5e SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 4 x 1 x AWG 24/7 |
| 11007523 |
SPE cables
With Single Pair Ethernet (SPE), a single twisted pair cable can simultaneously transmit power and data at speeds up to gigabit, saving installation space and costs.
SPE cables are widely used in the automotive industry. For harsh industrial environments, there are also specialized versions suitable for installation in drag chains and industrial robot systems.
SPE plays a pivotal role in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) as well as in Industry 4.0 solutions.
| SPE cables | Number of cores x AWG | Sheath material | Sheath color | Characteristics | Part number |
| HELUKAT® SPE Type C 1000BASE-T1 THICK SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 1 x 2 x AWG 22/19 | PUR | Green |
| 11018068 |
| HELUKAT® SPE Type C 1000BASE-T1 THIN SF/UTP PUR CHAIN | 1 x 2 x AWG 26/19 | 11018067 | |||
| HELUKAT® SPE Type R 1000BASE-T1 SF/UTP PUR ROBOTIC | 1 x 2 x AWG 26/19 |
| 11019818 | ||
| HELUKAT® SPE Type B 1000BASE-T1 HYBRID SF/UTP PUR FLEX | 1 x 2 x AWG 26/7 + 4 x AWG 16/19 | PUR | Black | UL/CSA, halogen-free, UV-resistant | 11022604 |
| HELUKAT® SPE Type A 10BASE-T1L PVC STATIC | 1 x 2 x AWG 18 /1 | PVC | Black |
| 11017748 |
HELUCHAIN ethernet cables
To ensure stable data transmission in high-motion industrial environments, HELUKABEL has developed the new generation of HELUCHAIN ethernet cables. Thanks to its TPE outer sheath with superior abrasion resistance, HELUCHAIN is particularly suitable for cable chain systems and is now available for many common industrial bus standards.
| HELUCHAIN ethernet cables | Number of cores x AWG | Sheath material | Sheath color | Characteristics | Part number |
| HELUCHAIN® HELUKAT® 100S CAT.5e 4C SF/UTP TPE | 2 x 2 x AWG 24/19 | TPE | Violet |
| 11027793 |
| HELUCHAIN® HELUKAT® 250S CAT.6 SF/UTP TPE | 4 x 2 x AWG 25/19 | 11027808 | |||
| HELUCHAIN® HELUKAT® 100S CAT.5e 4P SF/UTP TPE | 4 x 2 x 0.18 /19 | 11027792 | |||
| HELUCHAIN® HELUKAT® PROFInet C CAT.5e SF/UTP TPE | 2 x 2 x AWG 22/19 | Green | 11027791 | ||
| HELUCHAIN® HELUKAT® 500S CAT.6A S/SFTP TPE | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/19 | Purple |
| 11027794 | |
| HELUCHAIN® HELUKAT® 600S CAT.7 S/SFTP TPE | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/19 | 11027809 | |||
| HELUCHAIN® HELUKAT® 500S CAT.6A S/SFTP TPE | 4 x 2 x AWG 26/19 | 11027794 |
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FAQs about ethernet and bus cables
This is a specialized network cable for fixed installation in buildings, with a sheath made of a material that is able to resist fire according to international IEC standards. The production process of the cable does not contain any harmful substances, especially in case of fire, the cable will not generate harmful Halogen gas to health. The product has effective resistance to wear and oil.
This is a data cable with FRNC or PUR sheath. The industrial CAT.5 + 5e Ethernet cable is notable for its fire resistance, oil resistance, abrasion resistance, and being totally Halogen-free, which is not harmful to human health in case of fire. The product is widely used in industrial environments due to its flexible installation and ability to withstand harsh conditions.
This is a combination of top cable lines in the CAT.5 + 5e group when it comes to flexibility and suitability for all terrains and construction structures. Industrial Ethernet cable CAT.5 + 5e is protected by a PU casing layer, which is resistant to oil and not corroded by lubricating oils used in cooling machines. The Ethernet cable operates stably for continuous signal transmission.
- INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET SF/UTP 4x1xAWG 26/19 PUR
- INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET SF/UTP 4x2xAWG 26/19 PUR, UL 1000V
- INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET SF/UTP 4x2xAWG 26/19 PUR, UL 30V
- INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET SF/UTP 4x1xAWG 24/19 PUR
- INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET SF/UTP 4x2xAWG 24/19 PUR
- INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET S/UTP 2x2xAWG 22/19 PUR Torsion, UL AWM
- INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET SF/UTP 4x2xAWG 26/19 PUR TORDIERFLEX
The Ethernet cable used for fixed installation is a type of cable with a PVC plastic outer layer, allowing for installation in harsh conditions. The cable construction allows for stable and fast signal transmission. Therefore, the product is widely used in large industrial areas or manufacturing plants.
The Industrial CAT.6 + 6A Ethernet cable is designed with a PVC or PUR cable jacket to minimize the impact of external environment on the signal transmission process of the cable. This helps the cable to have excellent information transmission characteristics even in difficult and harsh conditions.
These are cable lines used in industrial environments with characteristics of low smoke and no halogen. This Ethernet cable has high reserve capacity and superior performance. This allows you to apply the product in communication technologies such as Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, ATM155, FDDI, Token Ring 4/16 Mbit/s or ISDN without difficulty.
These types of cables comply with the Type B anti-interference standard according to EN55022, as well as anti-interference capabilities according to EN55024.
This Ethernet cable is ideal for harsh industrial environments due to its outer PU jacket that is halogen-free. This cable can be configured with a standard RJ45 plug (industrial and office versions), as well as with some Sub-D and M12 plugs.
The industrial Ethernet cable series CAT.6 + 6A provides excellent transmission characteristics in challenging environmental conditions. The product is optimized for typical twisted applications in robot manufacturing.
HELUKABEL currently offers several cable types specifically designed for Single Pair Ethernet technology. Below are the available products:
- 11017748 – SPE 10BASE-T1L – for fixed installation
- 11018067 – SPE 1000BASE-T1 – AWG26 – for drag chains
- 11018068 – SPE 1000BASE-T1 – AWG22 – for drag chains
HELUKABEL's product portfolio for bus cables includes:
- Industrial Ethernet
- PROFInet
- Profibus DP; Profibus SK; Profibus PA
- FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus
- HMCB bus cables for digital encoder cable
- USB
- CAN BUS
- Multibus
- AS-Interface
- DeviceNet™
- CC-Link
- Safety BUS
- LON
- MOD-Bus
- EIB / E-BUS / KNX
- Bus Cables for Patient Communication Systems