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Manufacturer: BECKHOFF
Product No.: ZB7203-R001
Country of origin:Germany
Product Type: EtherCAT P Cables
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 500g
Dimensions: 1 x 4 x 0.34 mm
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Facilitating both high-speed data transmission and robust power delivery in decentralized automation architectures, the Beckhoff ZB7203-R001 serves as a specialized EtherCAT P cable engineered for demanding industrial environments. By integrating Ethernet communication and auxiliary power lines within a single wear-resistant sheath, this cable simplifies field wiring and minimizes installation footprints in complex machine layouts.
| Parameter | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
| Model Number | ZB7203-R001 |
| Cable Type | EtherCAT P (Data + Power) |
| Shielding | No overall shield |
| Ethernet Cross-Section | 1 x 4 x 0.34 mm2 (AWG 22) |
| Power Cross-Section | 5 x 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16 equivalent) |
| Jacket Material | PUR (Polyurethane) |
| Outer Cable Diameter | 11.0 mm +/- 0.2 mm (0.4331 inches +/- 0.0079 inches) |
| Jacket Color | Black (RAL 9005) with yellow stripe (RAL 1003) |
| Flexibility Class | Drag-chain suitable |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 2.0 kg |
The ZB7203-R001 is specifically designed for EtherCAT P systems, which integrate both communication and dual 24V DC power supplies (Us and Up). It is compatible with Beckhoff field-wireable connectors such as the ZS7000 series. Ensure that mating connectors are rated for EtherCAT P (coding pins differ from standard EtherCAT/Ethernet connectors to prevent accidental cross-connection).
Because this specific model features no overall shield, it is highly recommended to maintain physical separation from high-voltage AC motor lines, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and unshielded power cables. Electromagnetic coupling from high-power sources can degrade the 100 Mbps Ethernet communication signal, leading to packet loss or bus state faults.
When installing the cable in dynamic drag chains, ensure it is laid flat without twists or kinks. Do not secure cables together inside the carrier; allow them to move freely. Maintain a minimum clearance of at least 10% of the cable diameter relative to adjacent cables in the chain to prevent friction-induced jacket wear.
CRITICAL WARNING
De-energize all associated power supplies (both Us and Up channels) before stripping, terminating, or routing the cable. Working on live connections can cause permanent damage to connected EtherCAT P modules and pose electrical hazards to personnel.
Measure the required run length, factoring in the full travel distance of the drag chain plus adequate strain-relief loops at both anchor points.
Carefully strip the outer PUR jacket using a rotary stripping tool calibrated for an 11.0 mm outer diameter to prevent nicking the inner conductor insulation.
Terminate the AWG 22 Ethernet cores and AWG 16 power cores into the corresponding terminals of the EtherCAT P connector, ensuring correct pin assignment to avoid cross-wiring the data and power circuits.
Secure the cable at both ends of the drag chain using broad-surface clamps to provide robust strain relief without crushing the cable profile.
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| Country of origin |
Germany
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