{"product_id":"beckhoff-zb7304-0050-ethercat-p-cable","title":"BECKHOFF ZB7304-0050 EtherCAT P Cable","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrial automation networks requiring robust power and high-speed data transmission in dynamic applications rely on the \u003cstrong\u003eZB7304-0050\u003c\/strong\u003e hybrid EtherCAT P cable. Developed specifically to support the one-cable solution philosophy, this cable integrates EtherCAT communication and auxiliary power supply lines within a single outer jacket. This integration reduces installation complexity, minimizes routing footprint, and simplifies overall machine architecture by eliminating the need for independent power and data runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with a highly durable polyurethane (PUR) outer jacket, this cable provides exceptional wear resistance in demanding industrial environments. The physical structure comprises four Ethernet conductors and five power conductors, optimizing it for multi-channel power delivery alongside reliable communication signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHybrid design combining high-speed EtherCAT communication and auxiliary power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrag-chain suitability for continuous-motion and robotic applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAbrasion-resistant, halogen-free polyurethane (PUR) jacket material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistinctive black outer jacket with a red stripe to quickly identify EtherCAT P lines in complex control cabinets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent mechanical resistance against torsion, bending cycles, and typical industrial lubricants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDynamic drag-chain installations in packaging and material handling systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomated assembly lines and multi-axis robotic motion systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCNC machine tools and industrial woodworking machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWind power generation and distributed control system backbones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number \/ Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eZB7304-0050\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEtherCAT P hybrid cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet Cross-Section\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cross-Section\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5 x 4.0 mm² (approx. AWG 12)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJacket Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePolyurethane (PUR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Cable Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e15.0 mm +\/- 0.2 mm (0.5906\" +\/- 0.0118\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJacket Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack (similar to RAL 9005) with red stripe (similar to RAL 3020)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNo total screen (individual Ethernet cores shielded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBending Suitability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrag-chain suitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCable Element\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eConfiguration \/ Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eConductor Cross-Section\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet Data Cores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1 x 4-star quad\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.34 mm² (AWG 22)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5 conductors\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4.0 mm² (approx. 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