CHAPTER 10 PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT

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10.2.2 Encoder Cable

Use the specified shield cable for encoder wiring of the servomotor.

The optional cable for the servomotor is a UL-rated cable having bend resistance.

Use a regular twisted pair batch shield cable if the servomotor and cable do not move.

 Cross linked polyethylene vinyl sheath cable for robot travel (flame-resistant) (Daiden

Co., Ltd.)

RMCV-SB AWG#25/2P + AWG#23/2C or AWG#23/3P

(For 10 m or smaller wiring length)

RMCV-SB AWG#25/2P + AWG#17/2C or its equivalent

(For wiring lengths < 10 m and ≤ 50 m)

The relationship between AWG and mm is shown below.

Gauge

A.W.G

In [mm2]

16

1.25

17

-

18

-

19

-

20

-

21

-

22

-

23

-

24

-

25

-

SI unit

Diameter

[mm]

Cross

section

[mm2]

1.291

1.309

1.150

1.037

1.024

0.8226

0.9116

0.6529

0.8118

0.5174

0.7299

0.4105

0.6438

0.3256

0.5733

0.2518

0.5106

0.2024

0.4547

0.1623

Inch unit

Diameter

Cross

[mil]

section [CM]

50.82

45.26

40.30

35.89

31.96

28.46

25.35

22.57

20.10

17.90

2583

2048

1624

1288

1021

810.0

642.6

509.4

404.0

320.4

10-6 Cable Size