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Distributed I/O System DP/ASi Link

EWA 4NEB 710 6055-02b

4.4.4 Cables

The PROFIBUS-DP features different installation options, for which you

need the correct cables. There are the following types of cables.

Table 4-5 PROFIBUS-DP cables

No. of

Cores

Usage

2 PROFIBUS-DP field bus, power supply is not incorporated

5  For PROFIBUS-DP field bus and power supply in one

cable

 For power supply feed line to the power supply connector

SIEMENS supplies cables for the PROFIBUS-DP in different designs.

All cables are precut with connectors at both ends, at one end or not at all

with a 12-pin connector for connection to the PROFIBUS-DP bus and/or

power supply.

You can cut the cables and fit connectors yourself. You will find the neces-

sary information in section 4.4.7.

Note

All precut cables fitted with connectors are designed with a core cross-sec-

tion of 0.75 mm

for a current loading not exceeding 4 A.

You have to precut the cable for the power supply feed line for a separate

power supply and fit the connectors yourself.

Types of cables

Designs

Installing and Wiring the DP/ASi Link