Phoenix SACB Series Industrial Pre-Assembled Cables (Multi-Core/Multi-Gauge & Standard Configurations) Selection Guide

Opening: Versatile Signal+Power Integration & Targeted Industrial Connectivity

The Phoenix SACB series expands its industrial cable lineup with multi-core multi-gauge mixed cables and standard core/pole pre-assembled cables, engineered for seamless integration of signal transmission and power distribution in automation systems. Covering three core configurations—multi-gauge mixed (6X0.34/2X0.75, 4X0.34/3X0.75), 6/3 (6-core 3-pole), 4/4 (4-core 4-pole), and 4/3 (4-core 3-pole)—these cables feature industrial-grade PUR jackets, heavy-duty (HD) reinforcement, PROFINET QO coding, point-to-point (PTP) connectivity, and flexible interface conversions (M8/M12/M16). Designed for sensor/actuator networks, PLC I/O expansion, and mixed signal-power integration, they deliver robust performance in harsh industrial environments (oil resistance, -40°C to +85°C operating range) and plug-and-play installation for efficiency.

I. Core Advantages of the Series

  1. Dual Configuration Categories for Targeted Needs

    • Multi-Core Multi-Gauge Mixed Cables: Combines fine-gauge (0.34mm²) signal cores and thick-gauge (0.75mm²) power cores in one cable, eliminating separate wiring for signal and power (e.g., 6X0.34/2X0.75 = 6 signal + 2 power cores);
    • Standard Core/Pole Cables: 6/3 (6-core 3-pole), 4/4 (4-core 4-pole), 4/3 (4-core 3-pole) configurations for dedicated signal/power transmission, with interface compatibility (M8/M12/M16) for diverse industrial devices.

  2. Industrial-Grade Durability & Environmental Resilience

    • PUR Jacket: Oil, abrasion, and chemical resistance, ideal for factory floors and harsh process environments;
    • Heavy-Duty (HD) Variants: Reinforced construction for vibration resistance (e.g., drag chains, mobile machinery) and extended service life;
    • Wide Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C, suitable for extreme indoor/outdoor industrial settings;
    • Signal Integrity: Shielded design (implied in HD/QO variants) suppresses EMI/RFI interference from motors and inverters.

  3. Specialized Functionality & Protocol Compliance

    • PROFINET QO Coding: 4/4-C QO-0.34 variant for seamless industrial Ethernet integration (error-free mating);
    • Point-to-Point (PTP): Dedicated PTP variants for direct device-to-device connections (e.g., sensor-to-PLC);
    • Interface Versatility: M8 (compact sensors), M12 (industrial Ethernet), M16 (medium-duty equipment) for universal compatibility;
    • Mixed Signal-Power: Multi-gauge variants reduce wiring complexity by combining signal and power in one cable.

  4. Easy Installation & Flexibility

    • Pre-terminated, factory-assembled design eliminates on-site crimping/wiring errors and reduces installation time;
    • Length options (5m/10m/50m) for short-distance (cabinet-internal) to long-distance (cross-plant) wiring;
    • Tool-free twist-lock mechanisms for secure, quick connections;
    • Compatible with Phoenix and third-party industrial control equipment (PLCs, sensors, actuators).

II. Product Classification & Detailed Parameter Table

The series is categorized by configuration type (Multi-Gauge Mixed Cables, Standard Core/Pole Cables) with sub-variants based on core count, interface, length, and special features.

1. Multi-Core Multi-Gauge Mixed Cables (Signal + Power Integration)

Ideal for reducing wiring complexity by combining fine-gauge signal cores and thick-gauge power cores.

Part Number Complete Model Core Parameters Key Features Application Scenario
1517589 SACB-6X0.34/2X0.75-50 Core/Gauge:6×0.34mm² (signal) + 2×0.75mm² (power); Length:50m; Jacket:Industrial-grade polymer 6-signal + 2-power core integration Long-distance (50m) sensor networks requiring combined signal/power (e.g., cross-plant monitoring)
1503331 SACB-6X0.34/3X0.75-50.0 PUR Core/Gauge:6×0.34mm² (signal) + 3×0.75mm² (power); Length:50m; Jacket:PUR 6-signal + 3-power core with PUR oil resistance 50m harsh-environment sensor/actuator wiring (e.g., chemical plant multi-sensor arrays)
1503328 SACB-4X0.34/3X0.75-50.0 PUR Core/Gauge:4×0.34mm² (signal) + 3×0.75mm² (power); Length:50m; Jacket:PUR 4-signal + 3-power core with PUR protection 50m medium-density signal/power integration (e.g., factory automation production lines)

2. Standard Core/Pole Cables (Dedicated Signal/Power)

2.1 6/3 Series (6-Core 3-Pole)

For 6-channel signal transmission with 3-pole power delivery, ideal for medium-scale sensor networks.

Part Number Complete Model Core Parameters Key Features Application Scenario
1516195 SACB-6/3-L-M16-M8 Core/Pole:6/3; Type:L (long-distance); Interface:M16→M8; Jacket:Standard industrial polymer 6-core M16-to-M8 signal/power Medium-distance (up to 10m) M16-to-M8 sensor wiring (e.g., control cabinet to M8 sensors)
1197408 SACB-6/3-L-M12-M8 HD Core/Pole:6/3; Type:L; Interface:M12→M8; Feature:HD (heavy-duty); Jacket:PUR 6-core heavy-duty M12-to-M8 wiring Vibration-prone 6-channel sensor networks (e.g., automotive assembly line)
1197231 SACB-6/3-L-10,0PUR-M8 HD Core/Pole:6/3; Length:10m; Jacket:PUR; Interface:→M8; Feature:HD 10m heavy-duty M8 wiring with PUR oil resistance 10m harsh-environment 6-channel sensor/actuator connections
1516043 SACB-6/3-L-10,0PUR-M8 Core/Pole:6/3; Length:10m; Jacket:PUR; Interface:→M8 10m standard M8 wiring with PUR protection 10m medium-distance 6-channel sensor networks (e.g., food & beverage manufacturing)
1197216 SACB-6/3-L-5,0PUR-M8 HD Core/Pole:6/3; Length:5m; Jacket:PUR; Interface:→M8; Feature:HD 5m heavy-duty M8 wiring with PUR oil resistance 5m compact 6-channel sensor/actuator wiring (e.g., machine-internal networks)

2.2 4/4 Series (4-Core 4-Pole)

For 4-channel balanced signal/power integration, ideal for compact automation systems.

Part Number Complete Model Core Parameters Key Features Application Scenario
1548419 SACB-4/4-C QO-0.34 Core/Pole:4/4; Type:C (compact); Coding:QO (PROFINET); Wire Gauge:0.34mm²; Jacket:Standard 4-core PROFINET-coded signal/power PROFINET-compliant 4-channel sensor/PLC wiring (e.g., industrial Ethernet networks)

2.3 4/3 Series (4-Core 3-Pole)

For 4-channel signal transmission with 3-pole power delivery, ideal for small-scale sensor arrays.

Part Number Complete Model Core Parameters Key Features Application Scenario
Point-to-Point (PTP) 1197604 SACB-4/3-L-PTP-M8 HD Core/Pole:4/3; Type:L; Interface:PTP→M8; Feature:HD 4-channel PTP heavy-duty M8 wiring (e.g., dedicated sensor-to-PLC links)
M16-M8 Interface 1197406 SACB-4/3-L-M16-M8 HD Core/Pole:4/3; Type:L; Interface:M16→M8; Feature:HD 4-channel heavy-duty M16-to-M8 wiring (e.g., control cabinet to M8 sensors)
  1516182 SACB-4/3-L-M16-M Core/Pole:4/3; Type:L; Interface:M16→M (standard); Jacket:Standard 4-channel standard M16-to-M wiring (e.g., medium-duty equipment integration)
M12-M8 Interface 1197405 SACB-4/3-L-M12-M8 Core/Pole:4/3; Type:L; Interface:M12→M8; Jacket:Standard 4-channel standard M12-to-M8 wiring (e.g., industrial Ethernet sensor networks)
  1516234 SACB-4/3-L-M12-M8 Core/Pole:4/3; Type:L; Interface:M12→M8; Jacket:Standard 4-channel standard M12-to-M8 wiring (e.g., PLC-to-M8 sensor connections)
Coded M8 Interface 1197599 SACB-4/3-L-C-M8 HD GG Core/Pole:4/3; Type:L; Interface:C→M8; Feature:HD + GG (special coding); Jacket:PUR 4-channel coded heavy-duty M8 wiring (e.g., high-vibration sensor arrays)
PUR Jacket (10m) 1197212 SACB-4/3-L-10,0PUR-M8 HD Core/Pole:4/3; Length:10m; Jacket:PUR; Interface:→M8; Feature:HD 10m heavy-duty M8 wiring with PUR oil resistance (e.g., long-distance sensor networks)
PUR Jacket (5m) 1197207 SACB-4/3-L-5,0PUR-M8 HD Core/Pole:4/3; Length:5m; Jacket:PUR; Interface:→M8; Feature:HD 5m heavy-duty M8 wiring with PUR protection (e.g., compact automation systems)

III. Nomenclature Decoding: Understanding the Part Number System

SACB-[Configuration]-[Type]-[Length]-[Interface/Coding]-[Suffixes]

  • SACB: Product series identifier (industrial pre-assembled cables);
  • Configuration:
    • Multi-Gauge: [Signal Cores×Gauge]/[Power Cores×Gauge] (e.g., 6X0.34/2X0.75 = 6×0.34mm² signal + 2×0.75mm² power);
    • Standard Core/Pole: [Core Count]/[Pole Count] (e.g., 6/3 = 6 cores, 3 poles; 4/4 = 4 cores, 4 poles);
  • Type:
    • L = Long-distance optimized (for extended wiring);
    • C = Compact (for space-constrained applications);
  • Length: Specified in meters (e.g., 5,0 = 5m, 10,0 = 10m, 50 = 50m); "PUR" indicates polyurethane jacket;
  • Interface/Coding:
    • Interfaces: M8/M12/M16 (connector types); PTP (point-to-point);
    • Coding: QO (PROFINET coding); GG (special coding);
  • Suffixes:
    • HD = Heavy-duty (reinforced for vibration/mechanical stress);
    • PUR = Polyurethane jacket (oil/chemical resistance);
    • 0.34/0.75 = Wire gauge (mm²) for signal/power cores;
    • M = Standard mating compatibility.

IV. 3-Step Quick Selection Technique

Step 1: Select Configuration Type Based on Wiring Needs

  • Mixed Signal+Power Integration: Choose multi-gauge mixed cables (e.g., 1503331/1503328) to combine signal and power in one cable, reducing complexity.
  • Dedicated Signal/Power: Opt for standard core/pole cables:
    • 6-channel signal + 3-pole power: 6/3 series (e.g., 1197408/1516043);
    • 4-channel balanced signal/power: 4/4 series (1548419 for PROFINET);
    • 4-channel signal + 3-pole power: 4/3 series (e.g., 1197604/1516234).

Step 2: Match Interface & Length to Devices/Installation

  • Interface Selection:
    • Compact sensors (M8): All M8-terminated variants (e.g., 1197231/1197207);
    • Industrial Ethernet (M12): M12-M8 variants (1197408/1197405);
    • Medium-duty equipment (M16): M16-M8 variants (1516195/1197406);
    • Direct device-to-device: PTP variants (1197604);
  • Length:
    • Short-distance (5m): 5,0PUR variants (1197216/1197207);
    • Medium-distance (10m): 10,0PUR variants (1197231/1516043);
    • Long-distance (50m): Multi-gauge 50m variants (1517589/1503331).

Step 3: Choose Special Features for Environment/Protocol

  • Harsh Environments: HD (heavy-duty) + PUR jacket (e.g., 1197231/1197207) for vibration/oil resistance.
  • PROFINET Integration: 4/4-C QO-0.34 (1548419) for QO-coded industrial Ethernet.
  • High-Interference Settings: HD variants (implied shielding) or QO-coded variants for signal integrity.
  • Special Coding: GG suffix (1197599) for error-free mating in custom sensor networks.

V. Recommended Industry-Scenario Combinations

Industry Typical Scenario Recommended Model Combination
Automotive Assembly Line (High-Vibration) 6/3 HD M12-M8 + 4/3 PTP M8 HD + 50m multi-gauge mixed signal/power 1197408 (SACB-6/3-L-M12-M8 HD) + 1197604 (SACB-4/3-L-PTP-M8 HD) + 1503331 (SACB-6X0.34/3X0.75-50.0 PUR)
PROFINET Industrial Ethernet 4/4 QO-coded + 6/3 10m PUR M8 + 4/3 M12-M8 standard 1548419 (SACB-4/4-C QO-0.34) + 1516043 (SACB-6/3-L-10,0PUR-M8) + 1516234 (SACB-4/3-L-M12-M8)
Chemical Plant (Oil-Resistant) 50m multi-gauge mixed + 6/3 5m HD PUR + 4/3 10m HD PUR 1503328 (SACB-4X0.34/3X0.75-50.0 PUR) + 1197216 (SACB-6/3-L-5,0PUR-M8 HD) + 1197212 (SACB-4/3-L-10,0PUR-M8 HD)
Compact Automation (Space-Constrained) 4/4 QO-coded + 4/3 M16-M8 + 6/3 5m HD 1548419 (SACB-4/4-C QO-0.34) + 1516182 (SACB-4/3-L-M16-M) + 1197216 (SACB-6/3-L-5,0PUR-M8 HD)
Long-Distance Sensor Networks (50m) 50m 6X0.34/2X0.75 + 50m 4X0.34/3X0.75 + 6/3 10m HD 1517589 (SACB-6X0.34/2X0.75-50) + 1503328 (SACB-4X0.34/3X0.75-50.0 PUR) + 1197231 (SACB-6/3-L-10,0PUR-M8 HD)

VI. Selection Pitfall Avoidance Guide

  1. Configuration Mismatch: 6-channel sensors using 4/3 series → Select 6/3 series (e.g., 1197408) for sufficient signal channels.
  2. Mixed Signal-Power Need Using Single-Gauge Cables: Combining signal and power with standard cables → Choose multi-gauge variants (1503331/1503328) to reduce wiring complexity.
  3. PROFINET Neglect: Industrial Ethernet projects using non-QO variants → Select 4/4-C QO-0.34 (1548419) for protocol compliance.
  4. Harsh Environment Using Standard Cables: Vibration/oil exposure using non-HD/PUR cables → Opt for HD+PUR variants (1197231/1197207) for durability.
  5. Interface Incompatibility: M12 controllers using M16-M8 cables → Match interface (e.g., 1197405 for M12-M8) to ensure physical mating.
  6. Length Overestimation/Underestimation: 10m required distance using 50m cables → Choose appropriate length (e.g., 1516043 for 10m) to avoid excess cable or tension.
  7. Signal Interference: High-noise environments using non-HD variants → Select HD variants (implied shielding) or QO-coded cables (1548419) for EMI suppression.
  8. Coding Mismatch: Custom sensor networks using non-GG variants → Choose GG suffix (1197599) for error-free mating.

Conclusion: Select the Right SACB Cable for Mixed Signal-Power & Targeted Industrial Connectivity

The Phoenix SACB series delivers versatile pre-assembled cable solutions for mixed signal-power integration and dedicated industrial connectivity. With multi-gauge mixed configurations (reducing wiring complexity) and standard core/pole variants (for targeted applications), combined with HD reinforcement, PUR oil resistance, and PROFINET compliance, these cables adapt to harsh environments, regulatory requirements, and space constraints across industries. 

Phoenix SACB Series Industrial Pre-Assembled Cables (Multi-Core/Multi-Gauge & Standard Configurations) Selection Guide

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