Overview and Key Specifications
The Festo NEBM-L5G14-EH-7.5-Q6N-LE12 (part number 8181676) is a 7.5-meter hybrid motor cable engineered for servo drive systems in demanding industrial environments. It combines power and signal lines in a single shielded cable, simplifying wiring and reducing installation time. The cable is designed for use with Festo servo drives and motors, featuring a rectangular hybrid socket on the field device end with 14 pins (13 occupied) and an open-end cable on the control side with 12 wires. Its M12x1 T-coded connector ensures secure, vibration-resistant connections, while the cable's construction supports both fixed and flexible installations.
Electrical and Mechanical Characteristics
The cable operates within a DC voltage range of 0 to 48 V and has a current rating of 7.6 A at 40°C, with a surge resistance of 1.5 kV. The conductor design includes 4 x 0.5 mm² plus 2 x 0.5 mm² plus 6 x 0.15 mm², providing dedicated power and signal paths. The cable is fully shielded, which is critical for maintaining signal integrity in noisy industrial settings. Its bending radius is 42 mm for fixed installations and 78.75 mm for flexible applications, allowing for tight routing in control cabinets or dynamic movement in cable carriers. The cable diameter is 10.5 mm ±0.3 mm, and the sheath is made of TPE-U(PUR) in gray, offering resistance to wear, oils, and chemicals. The insulating sheath material is PP, and the cable is halogen-free and RoHS-compliant.
Application Flexibility and Environmental Suitability
This cable is rated for a wide ambient temperature range: -40°C to 90°C for fixed installation and -25°C to 80°C for flexible use. It is suitable for energy chains, making it ideal for robotic applications, automated handling systems, and any machinery requiring continuous motion. The cable meets IP20 protection in mounted state, which is typical for internal connections within control cabinets or junction boxes. It also complies with VDMA24364 zone III for LABS (PWIS) conformity, ensuring compatibility in paint shops and other sensitive manufacturing areas. The corrosion resistance class is 1 (low corrosion stress), and the overvoltage category is I, with contamination level 3.
Integration and Installation Considerations
When integrating the NEBM-L5G14-EH-7.5-Q6N-LE12, note that the field device end uses a snap-locking mounting mechanism, while the control side is inserted. The connection diagrams are specified as 00997533 for the input and 00997534 for the control side, which should be referenced during wiring. The cable ends are prepared with cable end sleeves, and the wire ends are ready for termination. The product weight is 1095 g, which is important for cable carrier load calculations. The cable is designed based on EN 61984, ensuring compliance with connector safety standards. For applications requiring high flexibility and robust connectivity, this cable offers a practical solution, but always verify the exact pin assignments and connection patterns with the corresponding documentation to avoid wiring errors.