Phoenix NBC Series Industrial Network Cables & Connectors Selection Guide

Opening: Specialized Cabling Solutions for Industrial Data Communication & Fieldbus Networks

The Phoenix NBC series encompasses industrial-grade network cables and connectors for data transmission, including USB 3.0 high-speed data cables, R4AC industrial Ethernet cables (supporting 10G high bandwidth), and PP series fieldbus connectors. These components feature industrial-grade materials (PVC, eco-friendly GE/ECO), diverse lengths (0.3m–20m), and specialized coding (93M/94Z/94B) for harsh industrial environments, complying with industrial communication standards and ensuring stable data transmission in control cabinets, field devices, and distributed network systems. This guide categorizes models by interface type, decodes nomenclature, and provides scenario-based recommendations for efficient selection.

I. Core Advantages of the NBC Series

1. Multi-interface coverage: Supports USB 3.0 (high-speed data), R4AC (industrial Ethernet), and PP (fieldbus) interfaces, adapting to industrial data, Ethernet, and fieldbus communication needs.
2. Wide length flexibility: Ranges from ultra-short (0.3m for cabinet internal) to long-distance (20m for cross-workshop transmission), matching different installation space requirements.
3. High bandwidth support: R4AC 10G variants enable 10 Gigabit Ethernet transmission, meeting high-speed industrial data (e.g., industrial vision, large file transfer) needs.
4. Industrial durability: PVC/ECO/GE sheaths for wear, oil, and corrosion resistance; -40°C to +85°C operating temperature; anti-vibration design for factory floors and outdoor communication scenarios.
5. Coding compatibility: Specialized coding (93M/94Z/94B/93E) for R4AC cables ensures seamless matching with industrial Ethernet switches and field devices, avoiding connection mismatches.

II. Product Classification & Detailed Parameter Table

1. NBC-USB3.0 Series (High-Speed USB Data Cables)

Dedicated to industrial USB 3.0 data transmission, for connecting USB devices (e.g., industrial cameras, data loggers) to controllers in harsh environments.

2. NBC-R4AC Series (Industrial Ethernet Cables)

The core sub-series for industrial Ethernet communication, with variants for different lengths, bandwidths, and coding, suitable for industrial Ethernet (PROFINET/EtherNet/IP) networks.

3. NBC-PP Series (Fieldbus Connectors/Cables)

For industrial fieldbus communication, with PG (PG9/PG11) coding for fieldbus device connection.

III. NBC Series Nomenclature Decoding

NBC-[Interface Type]-[Specifications/Length]-[Sheath/Coding/Special Feature]-[End Interface]

• Interface Type:
  • USB3.0 = USB 3.0 high-speed data interface (for industrial USB devices);
  • R4AC = Industrial Ethernet R4AC interface (for PROFINET/EtherNet/IP networks);
  • PP = Industrial fieldbus PP interface (for fieldbus communication).
• Specifications/Length:
  • 10G = 10 Gigabit Ethernet bandwidth (R4AC series only);
  • Length: 0,3/0,5/1,0/1,75/2,0/3,0/4,0/5,0/10,0/15,0/20,0 (meter, comma as decimal separator);
  • 4P = 4-pin interface (R4AC series, for basic Ethernet).
• Sheath/Coding/Special Feature:
  • Sheath: PVC (standard industrial sheath)/GE/ECO (eco-friendly, low-toxic)/UTP GY (unshielded twisted pair, gray);
  • Coding (R4AC series): 93M/93B/93E (93-series, for general industrial devices)/94Z/94B/94F (94-series, for specialized/high-speed devices);
  • PGY = PG coding (PP series, for fieldbus gland compatibility).
• End Interface:
  • UAM = USB-A male (USB3.0 series, dual UAM for direct device connection);
  • R4AC = Dual R4AC (Ethernet series, for Ethernet device interconnection);
  • R4IDC8/J1PGY-S/G1PGY = Fieldbus-specific end interfaces (PP series, for fieldbus controller/device connection).

IV. 3-Step Quick Selection Technique

Step 1: Confirm Interface Type Based on Communication Scenario

• Industrial USB 3.0 data transmission: Select NBC-USB3.0 series (1333151) for connecting USB cameras/data loggers to controllers.
• Industrial Ethernet (PROFINET/EtherNet/IP): Choose NBC-R4AC series (core sub-series, with variants for bandwidth/length/coding).
• Industrial fieldbus communication: Opt for NBC-PP series (1100077/1041740) for fieldbus sensor/device connection.

Step 2: Match Bandwidth/Length to Transmission Requirements

• High-speed 10G data (vision/large files): Pick R4AC 10G variants (1408360/1408365/1408367) with 94F coding.
• Eco-friendly environments (pharma/food): Select R4AC with GE/ECO sheath (1080095/1077601/1078324).
• Length selection:
  • Cabinet-internal ultra-short (0.3-1m): 0.3m (1423032)/0.5m (1403926)/1m (1403927/1410595) models;
  • Cabinet-proximal short (1.75-4m): 1.75m (1423433)/2m (1403929)/3m (1403930)/4m (1420418) models;
  • Workshop medium-distance (5-10m): 5m (1080095)/10m (1403934/1408953) models;
  • Cross-factory long-distance (15-20m): 15m (1412089)/20m (1423033) models.

Step 3: Select Coding/Sheath for Device/Environmental Compatibility

• Device coding matching: Confirm device coding (93M/94Z/94B/93E) and select corresponding R4AC models (e.g., 93M for 93M switches, 94Z for outdoor 94Z devices).
• Harsh environments: Use PVC sheath (1333151) for wear/oil resistance;
• Low-interference scenarios: Choose UTP GY sheath (1410595) for unshielded communication;
• Fieldbus systems: Pick PP series with PG coding (1100077/1041740) for fieldbus device compatibility.

V. Recommended Industry-Scenario Combinations

VI. Selection Pitfall Avoidance Guide

1. Bandwidth mismatch: 10G vision systems using standard R4AC cables → Select 10G R4AC variants (1408360/1408367) to avoid data bottlenecks and image lag.
2. Coding incompatibility: 94Z devices using 93M cables → Confirm device coding and match with corresponding R4AC models (e.g., 94Z for 94Z devices, 1403929) to prevent connection failure.
3. Eco-environment neglect: Pharma/food workshops using PVC sheath cables → Choose GE/ECO sheath models (1080095) to meet environmental and hygiene standards.
4. Length error: 20m cross-factory transmission using 10m cables → Select 20m long-distance models (1423033) to avoid signal attenuation from extension cables.
5. Interface type error: Fieldbus devices using Ethernet cables → Opt for NBC-PP series (1100077/1041740) to ensure fieldbus protocol compatibility and stable communication.

Conclusion: Select the Right NBC Component for Industrial Communication

The Phoenix NBC series provides targeted cabling and connector solutions for industrial USB data, Ethernet, and fieldbus communication, with diverse bandwidths, lengths, and coding variants to adapt to high-speed vision, eco-friendly clean rooms, outdoor workshops, and fieldbus sensor networks.