Specifications

AS-Interface
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■ Overview
AS-Interface shaped cables
The actuator-sensor interface – the networking system used for
the lowest field area – is characterized by very easy mounting
and installation. A new connection method was developed spe-
cially for AS-Interface.
The stations are connected using the AS-Interface cable. This
two-wire AS-Interface shaped cable has a trapezoidal shape,
thus ruling out polarity reversal.
Connection is effected by the insulation piercing method.
In other words, male contacts pierce the shaped AS-Interface
cable and make reliable contact with the two wires.
Cutting to length and stripping are superfluous. Consequently,
AS-Interface stations (e. g. I/O modules, intelligent devices)
can be connected in the shortest possible time and exchanging
devices is quick.
To enable use in the most varied ambient conditions (e. g. in an
oily environment), the AS-Interface cable is available in different
materials (rubber, TPE, PUR).
For special applications it is also possible to use an unshielded
standard round cable H05VV-F 2x1.5 mm² according to
AS-i Specification. With AS-Interface, data and energy for the
sensors (e.g. proximity switches BERO) and actuators
(e. g. indicator lights) are transmitted over the yellow AS-Inter-
face cable.
The black cable must be used for actuators with a 24 V DC sup-
ply (e. g. solenoid valves) and a high power requirement.
Suitable for operation in tow chains
The use of the AS-Interface shaped cables with TPE and PUR
outer sheath was checked in a tow chain test with the following
conditions:
After termination of the 10 million cycles only slight wear was
visible due to the lugs of the tow chain. No damage to the cores
and core insulation could be detected.
Note:
When using a tow chain, the cables must be installed such that
they are not subject to tensile forces. On no account may the
cables be twisted, but must be routed flat through the tow chain.
■ Selection and ordering data
Chain length m 6
Travel m
10
Bending radius mm
75
Travel speed m/s
4
Acceleration m/s
2
4
Number of cycles
10 million
Duration of test
approx. 3 years
(11000 cycles per day)
Version Order No.
AS-Interface shaped cables
Material Color Quantity
Rubber Yellow (AS-Interface) 100-m roll 3RX9 010-0AA00
Yellow (AS-Interface) 1-km drum 3RX9 012-0AA00
Black (24 V DC) 100-m roll 3RX9 020-0AA00
Black (24 V DC) 1-km drum 3RX9 022-0AA00
TPE Yellow (AS-Interface) 100-m roll 3RX9 013-0AA00
Yellow (AS-Interface) 1-km drum 3RX9 014-0AA00
Black (24 V DC) 100-m roll 3RX9 023-0AA00
Black (24 V DC) 1-km drum 3RX9 024-0AA00
TPE special version
according to UL Class 2
Yellow (AS-Interface) 100-m roll 3RX9 017-0AA00
Black (24 V DC) 100-m roll 3RX9 027-0AA00
PUR Yellow (AS-Interface) 100-m roll 3RX9 015-0AA00
Yellow (AS-Interface) 1-km drum 3RX9 016-0AA00
Black (24 V DC) 100-m roll 3RX9 025-0AA00
Black (24 V DC) 1-km drum 3RX9 026-0AA00
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