Understanding ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY: A Reliable Solution for Continuous Flex Applications​

The ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY is a flexible, shielded multi-conductor cable engineered for continuous flex applications. Designed to optimize flex life, it offers excellent resistance to mineral oils, synthetic oils, and water-based coolants. This cable is particularly suitable for use in power chains or moving machine parts, measuring, control, and regulating circuits, and power circuits for electrical equipment used in automation engineering. ​

Key Features

  • Shielded Construction: Equipped with an overall tinned copper braid, the ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY minimizes electrical interference, ensuring reliable signal transmission. ​
  • Durable Design: The cable features a PVC core insulation and PVC inner and outer sheath, providing robustness and flexibility for continuous movement applications. ​
  • Oil and Coolant Resistance: Its construction offers excellent resistance to mineral oils, synthetic oils, and water-based coolants, making it ideal for industrial environments. ​

Technical Specifications

  • Conductor Sizes: Available in various configurations, such as 2 X 0.5 mm², 3 G 0.5 mm², 4 G 0.5 mm², etc. ​
  • Outer Diameter: Varies depending on the number of conductors and conductor size; for example, a 2 X 0.5 mm² cable has an outer diameter of 6.9 mm. ​
  • Copper Index: The copper weight per kilometer varies; for instance, a 2 X 0.5 mm² cable has a copper index of 33 kg/km. ​

Applications

ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY is suitable for:​

  • Cable Tracks and Power Chains: Ideal for applications requiring continuous flexing, such as cable tracks and power chains. ​
  • Machine Tools: Suitable for machine tools that require cables to withstand continuous movement and exposure to oils and coolants. ​
  • Automation Engineering: Used in power circuits for electrical equipment in automation engineering, ensuring reliable performance in dynamic environments. ​

Benefits

  • Enhanced Flex Life: Specially designed to optimize flex life, reducing downtime and maintenance costs. ​
  • EMC Compliance: The shielded design ensures electromagnetic compatibility, minimizing interference in sensitive applications. ​
  • Versatility: Suitable for various applications, including measuring, control, and regulating circuits, offering flexibility in design and implementation. ​

FAQs

1. What is the ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY cable used for?

It is used in continuous flex applications such as cable tracks, power chains, machine tools, and automation engineering, where flexibility and resistance to oils and coolants are essential. ​

2. What materials are used in the construction of the ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY?

The cable features PVC core insulation and PVC inner and outer sheaths, with an overall tinned copper braid for shielding. ​

3. How does the shielding in ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY benefit its performance?

The tinned copper braid shielding minimizes electrical interference, ensuring reliable signal transmission and electromagnetic compatibility. ​

4. Can ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY be used in environments with exposure to oils and coolants?

Yes, it offers excellent resistance to mineral oils, synthetic oils, and water-based coolants, making it suitable for such environments. ​

5. What are the available conductor configurations for ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC FD 810 CY?

It is available in various configurations, such as 2 X 0.5 mm², 3 G 0.5 mm², 4 G 0.5 mm², and more, to accommodate different application needs.