{"product_id":"delta-ahacabd0-5a-ah500-series-40-meter-rack-extension-cable","title":"DELTA AHACABD0-5A AH500 Series 40-Meter Rack Extension Cable","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Fidelity Bus Expansion Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHACABD0-5A (AHACABD0-5A)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a heavy-duty, high-performance High-Density Connector (HDC) system expansion cable engineered by Delta for the flagship AH500 Series modular PLC platform. Extending a substantial 40.0 meters in length, this specialized data link is designed to bridge the primary CPU rack with distant secondary expansion backplanes across distributed automation layouts. In demanding industrial settings—such as multi-tier logistics warehouses, automated automotive assembly lines, municipal wastewater plants, and multi-story food processing facilities—the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHACABD0-5A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eensures deterministic, real-time I\/O bus synchronization and prevents unexpected control drops through its low-attenuation internal core architecture and rugged electromagnetic shielding. Its integrated locking hardware prevents signal degradation caused by machine chassis vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Compatibility Portfolio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AHACABD0-5A HDC cable is calibrated to interface directly with specific Delta AH500 system base racks, supporting flexible centralized and decentralized architecture configurations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain I\/O Backplanes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSeamlessly links with standard main base chassis including the 4-slot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHBP04M1-5A\u003c\/strong\u003e, 6-slot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHBP06M1-5A\u003c\/strong\u003e, 8-slot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHBP08M1-5A\u003c\/strong\u003e, and high-density 12-slot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHBP12M1-5A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emodules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtension Rack Assemblies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eConnects directly into the dedicated expansion ports of the 6-slot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHBP06E1-5A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand 8-slot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHBP08E1-5A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eextension backplanes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Density Connector Interlocking:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOutfitted with robust mechanical shell housings that latch securely into the backplane expansion sockets, maintaining low contact resistance across all internal data channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCritical Engineering Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following detailed parameter matrix outlines the physical, electrical, and environmental boundaries verified for system routing and integration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr 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lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding Topology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull coverage braided copper shield with aluminum foil wrapping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial-grade heavy-duty multi-pin block connectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Bend Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow standard flexible industrial data cable routing limits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Component 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While a 40-meter cable introduces a slight physical transmission lag compared to a short 1-meter rack link, the internal hardware manages the data synchronization in the background. Process I\/O updates remain highly deterministic, though engineers should account for transmission limits when designing hard real-time safety or high-speed counting loops on the distant rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this high-density cable require external power injection across the 40-meter run?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the AHACABD0-5A cable is dedicated entirely to high-speed system data bus and logic-level signaling communication. It does not transfer main operational power to the secondary rack. The target extension backplane (such as the AHBP06E1-5A) must be equipped with its own dedicated local AH500 series power supply module to power the local I\/O modules and logic circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat specific safety mechanisms prevent the connector from working loose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cable features industrial-grade HDC hoods fitted with heavy-duty mechanical locking levers or screw-down fasteners. Once seated into the matching backplane socket, the physical latch mechanisms must be fully engaged. This mechanical link prevents contact separation or micro-arcing caused by continuous low-frequency structural floor vibrations or thermal expansion cycles inside the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Commissioning \u0026amp; Safety Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConduit Isolation and EMI Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBecause this 40-meter cable carries high-frequency parallel data bus signals, route it through its own dedicated grounded metal conduit or separate wire tray. Keep the cable isolated from high-voltage AC mains lines, motor power cables, and variable frequency drive (VFD) output runs by at least 300 mm to completely eliminate electromagnetic cross-talk and data packet corruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBend Radius and Tensile Strain Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhen pulling the cable through structural wire ducts or around panel corners, strictly observe the minimum bend radius guidelines (typically 10 to 15 times the outer cable diameter). Avoid applying high tensile pulling force during installation to protect the internal multi-core conductors from stretching. Install robust strain-relief clamps right next to the backplane connections to isolate the connector pins from the weight of the cable hanging vertically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Point Star Enclosure Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsure that the electrical enclosures housing the main CPU rack and the distant expansion racks are securely bonded to a common facility earth ground system. Significant voltage potential differences between distinct enclosure chassis grounds can cause damaging ground loop currents to flow through the cable shield, risking component failure on the backplane communication circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delta Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102381465963,"sku":"AHACABD0-5A","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/AHACABD0-5A-wkkubjko4fa.png?v=1776137209","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/delta-ahacabd0-5a-ah500-series-40-meter-rack-extension-cable","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}