{"product_id":"beckhoff-zb7203-r003-ethercat-p-cable","title":"BECKHOFF ZB7203-R003 EtherCAT P Cable","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF ZB7203-R003\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality, raw hybrid cable engineered for demanding industrial environments utilizing EtherCAT P technology. By integrating both high-speed communication cores and power supply conductors within a single cable sheath, this cable simplifies network layout and reduces the wiring footprint in modern automated systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with a highly flexible polyurethane (PUR) outer jacket, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF ZB7203-R003\u003c\/strong\u003e is optimized for dynamic applications, including continuous motion inside cable carriers and drag chains. The robust PUR jacket provides reliable protection against mechanical wear, industrial oils, and environmental factors, ensuring long-term operational stability in motion control and fieldbus installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual design features a black jacket with a prominent yellow stripe, adhering to standardized industrial color codes for easy identification of EtherCAT P lines. This helps prevent cross-connection issues during system installation, expansion, or maintenance routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHybrid design combining EtherCAT Ethernet data and auxiliary power in a single sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolyurethane (PUR) outer jacket offering excellent mechanical and chemical resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for dynamic applications and continuous flexing in drag chains\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClear visual identification with a black jacket and a yellow stripe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimized conductor construction for reliable signal integrity during motion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEtherCAT P (One Cable Automation) machinery and device connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDynamic drag chains and moving machine gantries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial manufacturing lines and robotic assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControl cabinet-to-field device hybrid wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeneral and Physical\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eZB7203-R003\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEtherCAT P hybrid cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eJacket Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePUR (polyurethane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eJacket Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack (RAL 9005) with yellow stripe (RAL 1003)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOuter Cable Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e11.0 mm ± 0.2 mm (0.4331 in ± 0.0079 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrag-Chain Suitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eElectrical and Conductor Data\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEthernet Conductor Cross-Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1 x 4 x 0.34 mm² (AWG 22)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Conductor Cross-Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5 x 1.5 mm² (approx. 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