Siemens PROFIBUS FC Standard Cable GP

Technical Overview

Shielded 2-wire PROFIBUS FC cable with PVC sheath, 8mm diameter, for fast and permanent industrial installations.

Key Features

2-wire shielded bus cable
Special configuration for quick assembly (FastConnect)
Double shielding (aluminum-clad foil and braided tin-plated copper wires) for strong electromagnetic fields
Reliable shield contact and strain relief
Efficient EMC shielding for interference-resistant networks
Silicon-free, suitable for use in sensitive environments like automotive paint lines
Easy length measurement with printed meter marking
Violet PVC outer sheath
Rated operating voltage of 100 V
Wide operating temperature range from -40 °C to +75 °C
Compliant with CE, UL, and RoHS standards
Minimum bending radius of 37.5 mm for single bends

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Number of Electrical Cores	2
Conductor Material	Tinned Copper (TC)
Insulation Material	Polyethylene (PE)
Jacket Material	PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
Jacket Color	Violet
Outer Diameter of Cable Sheath	8 mm
Rated Operating Voltage (Ue)	100 V
Ambient Operating Temperature	-40 °C to +75 °C
Minimum Bending Radius (Single Bend)	37.5 mm
Shield Design	Overlapped aluminum-clad foil, sheathed in a braided screen of tin-plated copper wires
Characteristic Impedance at 3-20 MHz	150 Ω
Loop Resistance per Length (max)	110 mΩ/m
Shield Resistance per Length (max)	9.5 Ω/km
Capacity per Length at 1 kHz	28.5 pF/m
Physical Weight (kg)	0.077
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	3.5 x 3.5 x 7

Industrial Applications

1. Robust PROFIBUS Communication in High-EMI Environments

This cable is perfectly suited for implementing PROFIBUS networks in industrial facilities characterized by high electromagnetic interference (EMI), such as those with heavy machinery, motor drives, or welding equipment. Its double-shielded design ensures signal integrity and reliable data transmission.

Problem Solved

Prevents data corruption and communication breakdowns in electromagnetically noisy industrial settings by providing superior EMC shielding and reliable shield contact.

PROFIBUSEMC ShieldingIndustrial AutomationEMI ResistanceData Integrity

2. Industrial Cabling for Automotive Manufacturing

The silicon-free property of this cable makes it ideal for use in automotive manufacturing, particularly in paint shop environments where silicone contamination can lead to significant defects in paint finishes. Its wide operating temperature range of -40 to +75 °C also accommodates typical factory conditions.

Problem Solved

Eliminates the risk of silicone-induced paint defects in automotive production while ensuring reliable communication in varying plant temperatures.

Silicon-freeAutomotive IndustryPaint ShopTemperature ResistanceContamination Control

3. Rapid Deployment and Maintenance in Complex Industrial Plants

Designed with FastConnect technology, this cable allows for quick and error-free assembly of bus connectors on-site, drastically reducing installation and maintenance times in large-scale industrial plants. The integrated meter marking further simplifies precise length measurement and inventory management.

Problem Solved

Minimizes downtime and labor costs during the installation and maintenance of extensive industrial communication networks through accelerated assembly and accurate length management.

FastConnectRapid InstallationMaintenance EfficiencyTime SavingsCable Management