Y11Y-JZ 600V PUR Robotic & Drag-Chain Control Cable combines IEC 60228 Class 6 extra-fine bare copper stranding, short-pitch white-numbered black PVC control cores with green/yellow protective earth, low-friction fleece layer separators, and a cut-, coolant-, oil-, and fuel-resistant grey 11Y polyurethane (PUR) outer sheath. Rated for 600 V (4,000 V AC test) and continuous flexing at 7.5 × OD, it delivers long cycle life in export-grade CNC machining centres, robotic transfer cells, and automated assembly carriers.
1. Moving Automation Scope & PUR vs. PVC Control Cable Comparison
Export machinery builders supplying both European (IEC/CE) and North American (600 V industrial) plants select Y11Y-JZ 600V when standard Class 5 PVC control cables fail prematurely from coolant swelling or carrier crossbar abrasion:
- CNC Machining, Grinding & Metal-Forming Drag Chains: Valve-island, limit-switch, coolant-pump, and auxiliary motor feeds splashed with synthetic cutting emulsions, hydraulic oils, and aliphatic hydrocarbon cleaners.
- Linear Gantry Robots, Palletizers & Welding Cells: Free-moving dress-pack loops and guided linear e-chains operating without tensile load down to
7.5 × OD. - Automotive Powertrain, Woodworking & Intralogistics Lines: Notch-resistant matte grey
11Yfull PUR jacket resists metal swarf, ozone, UV, and washdown hydrolysis.
| TEBAOFLEX Control Cable Type | Conductor & Voltage | Shield / Jacket | Best Application Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y11Y-JZ 600V Drag-Chain PUR (This Page) | Class 6 bare Cu | 600 V | Unshielded | Grey 11Y PUR | Continuous linear drag chains (7.5 × OD) in oil/coolant environments |
| Y11YC11Y-JZ 600V Screened PUR | Class 5/6 bare Cu | 600 V | Tinned Cu braid | Grey 11Y PUR | EMC-sensitive 600 V control & analog circuits near VFD drives |
| PUR Multi-Core Control (300/500V) | Class 5/6 bare Cu | 300/500 V | Optional screen | PUR jacket | Compact 24 V DC / 230 V AC sensor & solenoid machine harnesses |
| YY / YSLY-JZ PVC Control Cable | Class 5 bare Cu | 300/500 V | Unshielded | Grey PVC | Economical fixed or occasional-flex indoor cabinet & conduit wiring |
2. Cable Construction (Class 6 Multi-Layer Fleece-Wrapped Y11Y-JZ)
Matching the TEBAOFLEX-marked studio cutaway, each layer minimizes internal shear stress during multi-million-cycle rolling bends:
7.5 × OD carrier radii).JZ; OZ without earth available).Linear Drag-Chain vs. 3D Torsion Guidance: Standard Y11Y-JZ is engineered for controlled linear horizontal or vertical cable-carrier travel without tensile load. If your 6-axis robot wrist twists continuously (±180°/m to ±360°/m), specify torsional robotic duty during inquiry so TEBAOFLEX can supply PTFE-slipped torsion-layup cores.
3. Technical Characteristics
| Parameter | Engineering Specification | Standard / Test Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal Operating Voltage | 600 V | Industrial export machine control rating |
| Test & Breakdown Voltage | 4,000 V AC routine test | ≥ 8,000 V breakdown | DIN VDE 0472 / EN 50395 |
| Insulation Resistance | ≥ 20 MΩ × km at +20°C | DIN VDE 0285 |
| Operating Temperature | Continuous flexing: -5°C to +80°C | Fixed: -40°C to +80°C | PVC core / 11Y PUR outer sheath system |
| Minimum Bending Radius | Drag-chain flexing: 7.5 × OD | Fixed: 4 × OD | DIN VDE 0298-3 |
| Radiation Resistance | Up to 100 × 106 cJ/kg (100 Mrad) | Cross-linked/TMPU elastomer stability |
| Oil & Flame Performance | Oil/coolant-resistant; self-extinguishing single cable | EN 60811-404 / IEC 60332-1-2 |
4. Representative Y11Y-JZ 600V Dimensional Schedule (0.5 mm² to 16 mm²)
Preserves all five documented TEBAOFLEX configurations (3G0.5, 4G0.75, 5G1.5, 7G2.5, and 4G6 mm²) alongside popular multi-core control and motor feeder sizes:
| Part Code | Core Count × Size (mm²) | Approx. OD (mm) | Min. Chain Bend (mm) | Copper Index (kg/km) | Approx. Weight (kg/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y11Y-JZ-3G0.5 | 3G × 0.50 | 6.0 | 45 | 14.0 | 58 |
Y11Y-JZ-7G0.5 | 7G × 0.50 | 7.9 | 60 | 34.0 | 96 |
Y11Y-JZ-4G0.75 | 4G × 0.75 | 7.1 | 54 | 31.7 | 101 |
Y11Y-JZ-12G0.75 | 12G × 0.75 | 11.4 | 86 | 86.4 | 205 |
Y11Y-JZ-7G1.0 | 7G × 1.0 | 9.6 | 72 | 67.2 | 152 |
Y11Y-JZ-5G1.5 | 5G × 1.5 | 8.8 | 66 | 72.0 | 140 |
Y11Y-JZ-12G1.5 | 12G × 1.5 | 13.9 | 105 | 172.8 | 310 |
Y11Y-JZ-7G2.5 | 7G × 2.5 | 13.6 | 102 | 168.0 | 293 |
Y11Y-JZ-4G6 | 4G × 6.0 | 14.6 | 110 | 231.0 | 430 |
Y11Y-JZ-4G16 | 4G × 16.0 | 22.4 | 168 | 614.0 | 925 |
5. Frequently Asked Engineering Questions
Why select a PUR-sheathed control cable (Y11Y-JZ) over all-PVC in CNC machine tools?
Synthetic cutting fluids, hydraulic oils, and hydrocarbon degreasers extract plasticizers from PVC jackets, causing hardening and split sheaths in moving e-chains. Full 11Y polyurethane resists oils and coolants per EN 60811-404 while providing 3-5× higher abrasion resistance.
What if our drag chain operates in sub-zero cold storage below -5°C?
Below -5°C flexing, replace PVC-insulated Y11Y-JZ with TPE-E/PP-insulated PUR cables such as Li9YC11Y Data Cable (-30°C flexing) or D12YC11Y-J 0.6/1 kV TPE/PUR Cable (-40°C flexing).
Where can I browse companion 0.6/1 kV PUR and shielded automation cables?
Compare our 0.6/1 kV Unshielded PUR Control Cable and explore the complete Industrial & Control Cables catalog.
Specify Your Y11Y-JZ 600V PUR Drag-Chain Control Cable
Share your core count × cross-section (0.5 to 16 mm²), JZ (with G/Y earth) or OZ coding, carrier bend radius, stroke speed, and drum length for a factory engineering quote.
