What are BUS Cables?

Profibus DP/PA, DeviceNet, Profinet, KNX/EIB – Industrial Fieldbus & Ethernet | 工業現場總線和以太網電纜

Reeling & Trailing Cables for Cranes & Mining — Feichun Special Cable Blogs
BUS Cables – Profibus DeviceNet Profinet KNX/EIB Industrial Fieldbus Ethernet Complete Technical Guide | Anhui Feichun Special Cable

What are BUS Cables?

¿Qué son los Cables BUS?
何謂 BUS 電纜?

Profibus DP/PA, DeviceNet, Profinet, KNX/EIB – Industrial Fieldbus & Ethernet | 工業現場總線和以太網電纜

Profibus Profinet DeviceNet KNX/EIB CAN BUS
🔌

BUS Cable Overview | 概述

BUS cables, also referred to as industrial fieldbus cables or industrial ethernet cables, are specifically designed for high-speed data transmission in automation and process control applications. Unlike standard data cables, BUS cables are engineered to meet the stringent electrical and physical requirements of industrial communication protocols including Profibus, Profinet, DeviceNet, KNX/EIB, and CAN BUS. These cables form the nervous system of modern industrial plants, connecting PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), sensors, actuators, and HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces) in a reliable, deterministic communication network. The term “BUS” derives from the Latin “omnibus” (for all), reflecting the shared communication pathway that allows multiple devices to communicate over a single cable infrastructure.

ESLos cables BUS, también conocidos como cables de bus de campo industrial o cables ethernet industriales, están diseñados específicamente para la transmisión de datos de alta velocidad en aplicaciones de automatización y control de procesos.

繁中BUS 電纜,也稱為工業現場總線電纜或工業以太網電纜,專為自動化和過程控制應用中的高速數據傳輸而設計。與標準數據電纜不同,BUS 電纜經過工程設計以滿足工業通信協議的嚴格電氣和物理要求,包括 Profibus、Profinet、DeviceNet、KNX/EIB 和 CAN BUS。這些電纜構成了現代工業工廠的神經系統,將 PLC(可編程邏輯控制器)、傳感器、執行器和 HMI(人機界面)連接在可靠、確定性的通信網絡中。”BUS” 一詞源自拉丁語 “omnibus”(對所有人),反映了允許多個設備通過單一電纜基礎設施通信的共享通信路徑。【說明:BUS 電纜必須滿足特定的阻抗、電容和衰減要求,以確保可靠的數據傳輸。使用不符合規格的電纜會導致通信錯誤、設備故障甚至整個系統停機】

Industrial BUS cables must meet demanding requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), characteristic impedance, and signal integrity. They typically feature twisted pair construction with individual and overall shielding (foil and braid) to reject electromagnetic interference from motors, variable frequency drives, and other industrial equipment. Cable performance is critical—the characteristic impedance must match the protocol specification (typically 100-150Ω for data pairs), and capacitance must be controlled to prevent signal degradation. Many BUS cables are available with LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) or FRNC (Flame Retardant Non-Corrosive) sheathing for enhanced fire safety in enclosed industrial environments.

ESLos cables BUS industriales deben cumplir con requisitos exigentes de compatibilidad electromagnética (EMC), impedancia característica e integridad de señal.

繁中工業 BUS 電纜必須滿足電磁兼容性(EMC)、特性阻抗和信號完整性的嚴格要求。它們通常採用雙絞線結構,帶有單獨和整體屏蔽(箔片和編織)以抑制電機、變頻驅動器和其他工業設備的電磁干擾。電纜性能至關重要——特性阻抗必須與協議規格匹配(數據對通常為 100-150Ω),電容必須受到控制以防止信號衰減。許多 BUS 電纜提供 LSZH(低煙無鹵)或 FRNC(阻燃非腐蝕性)護套,以在封閉的工業環境中增強防火安全性。【說明:特性阻抗匹配對於防止信號反射至關重要。阻抗不匹配會導致數據包丟失、重傳增加和通信延遲,這在實時控制系統中是不可接受的】

Major Industrial Communication Protocols | 主要工業通信協議

Profibus
IEC 61158 / EN 50170
12 Mbit/s (DP) | 31.25 kbit/s (PA)
Profinet
IEC 61158 / IEC 61784
100 Mbit/s | 1 Gbit/s
DeviceNet
IEC 62026 / EN 50325
125-500 kbit/s (CAN)
KNX/EIB
ISO/IEC 14543-3
9.6 kbit/s
CAN BUS
ISO 11898
1 Mbit/s
Data Rate | 數據速率
9.6k-1Gbit/s
Protocol dependent
Impedance | 阻抗
100-150Ω
±15% tolerance
Conductor | 導體
AWG 18-24
Stranded copper
Shielding | 屏蔽
Foil+Braid
Individual + overall
Temperature | 溫度
-40~+80°C
Industrial rated
Fire Safety | 防火
LSZH/FRNC
IEC 60332
🟣

Profibus Cables (DP & PA) | Profibus 電纜

Profibus (Process Field Bus) is one of the most widely deployed industrial fieldbus protocols, developed by Siemens and standardized under IEC 61158 and EN 50170. The protocol operates in two primary variants: Profibus DP (Decentralized Peripherals) for high-speed communication with PLCs and distributed I/O modules at up to 12 Mbit/s, and Profibus PA (Process Automation) for intrinsically safe communication in hazardous areas at 31.25 kbit/s. Profibus DP cables use RS-485 signaling with specific impedance requirements (150Ω ±15%), while Profibus PA uses Manchester Bus Powered (MBP) signaling that provides both power and data over a single twisted pair. The “FC (Fast Connect)” designation indicates cables designed for rapid field termination using insulation-displacement connectors.

ESProfibus (Process Field Bus) es uno de los protocolos de bus de campo industrial más ampliamente implementados, desarrollado por Siemens y estandarizado bajo IEC 61158.

繁中Profibus(過程現場總線)是部署最廣泛的工業現場總線協議之一,由西門子開發並在 IEC 61158 和 EN 50170 下標準化。該協議以兩種主要變體運行:Profibus DP(分散式外圍設備)用於與 PLC 和分佈式 I/O 模塊進行高達 12 Mbit/s 的高速通信,Profibus PA(過程自動化)用於危險區域以 31.25 kbit/s 進行本質安全通信。Profibus DP 電纜使用 RS-485 信號傳輸,具有特定的阻抗要求(150Ω ±15%),而 Profibus PA 使用曼徹斯特總線供電(MBP)信號傳輸,通過單個雙絞線提供電源和數據。”FC(快速連接)” 標識表示設計用於使用絕緣位移連接器進行快速現場端接的電纜。【說明:Profibus DP 和 PA 的關鍵區別在於 DP 用於高速、非危險區域的自動化,而 PA 專為危險環境設計,提供本質安全特性。PA 電纜必須符合 FISCO(現場總線本質安全概念)模型】

Profibus DP vs PA Comparison | Profibus DP 與 PA 對比

Profibus DP 分散式外圍設備
Speed 速度: Up to 12 Mbit/s
Physical Layer 物理層: RS-485
Impedance 阻抗: 150Ω ±15%
Application 應用: Factory automation, PLCs, distributed I/O
Area 區域: Non-hazardous environments
Profibus PA 過程自動化
Speed 速度: 31.25 kbit/s
Physical Layer 物理層: MBP (Manchester Bus Powered)
Impedance 阻抗: ~100Ω
Application 應用: Process instrumentation, transmitters
Area 區域: Hazardous (Zone 0, 1, 2) – Intrinsically Safe
Cable Type 電纜類型Protocol 協議Impedance 阻抗Conductor 導體Sheath 護套Application 應用SEO
Profibus DP Cables Profibus DP 電纜
Veriflex Profibus DP FC L2/FIP LSZHProfibus DP150Ω ±15%AWG 22LSZHFast connect, fire-safe 快接防火VERY HIGH
Veriflex Profibus DP FC L2/FIP PVCProfibus DP150Ω ±15%AWG 22PVCFast connect, general 快接通用HIGH
Profibus DP LSZH SWBProfibus DP150Ω ±15%AWG 22LSZH + SWBSteel wire braid armour 鋼絲編織鎧裝HIGH
Profibus PA Cables Profibus PA 電纜
Veriflex Profibus PA FRNC-LSZHProfibus PA~100ΩAWG 18FRNC-LSZHHazardous areas 危險區域VERY HIGH
Veriflex Profibus PA PVCProfibus PA~100ΩAWG 18PVCGeneral process 一般過程HIGH
Profibus PA LSZH SWBProfibus PA~100ΩAWG 18LSZH + SWBArmoured hazardous 鎧裝危險MEDIUM
🔵

Profinet Cables | Profinet 電纜

Profinet (Process Field Net) is the Industrial Ethernet standard developed by Profibus International (now PI – Profibus & Profinet International), standardized under IEC 61158 and IEC 61784. Unlike traditional fieldbus protocols, Profinet operates over standard Ethernet infrastructure at 100 Mbit/s or 1 Gbit/s, enabling seamless integration with IT systems while providing deterministic real-time performance required for motion control applications. Profinet cables are categorized by installation environment: Type A for fixed installations in control cabinets and cable trays, typically with LSZH sheathing; and Type B for flexible applications with PUR (Polyurethane) sheathing that offers superior resistance to oils, chemicals, and mechanical stress. Both types use standard Cat 5e construction with 100Ω impedance.

ESProfinet (Process Field Net) es el estándar de Ethernet Industrial desarrollado por Profibus International, estandarizado bajo IEC 61158 e IEC 61784.

繁中Profinet(過程現場網)是由 Profibus International(現為 PI – Profibus & Profinet International)開發的工業以太網標準,在 IEC 61158 和 IEC 61784 下標準化。與傳統現場總線協議不同,Profinet 在標準以太網基礎設施上以 100 Mbit/s 或 1 Gbit/s 運行,實現與 IT 系統的無縫集成,同時提供運動控制應用所需的確定性實時性能。Profinet 電纜按安裝環境分類:Type A 用於控制櫃和電纜托架中的固定安裝,通常採用 LSZH 護套;Type B 用於柔性應用,採用 PUR(聚氨酯)護套,對油、化學品和機械應力具有優越的抵抗力。兩種類型都使用標準 Cat 5e 結構,阻抗為 100Ω。【說明:Profinet 相對於傳統現場總線的主要優勢是更高的帶寬、與標準 IT 設備的兼容性,以及通過 IRT(等時實時)實現確定性通信的能力,週期時間可低至 31.25 微秒】

Veriflex Profinet Type A Cable
Profinet Type A 型固定安裝電纜
IEC 61784 / IEEE 802.3
LSZH Cat 5e 100 Mbit/s
Fixed installation cable for control cabinets, cable trays, and structured cabling systems. LSZH sheath for fire safety in enclosed spaces. 4-pair construction with individual and overall foil screen.
Impedance 阻抗100Ω ±15%
Conductor 導體AWG 22 stranded
Shielding 屏蔽Foil + Braid
Temperature 溫度-40 to +80°C
Profinet PUR Cable (Type B)
Profinet PUR 型柔性電纜
IEC 61784 / IEEE 802.3
PUR Cat 5e Flexible
Flexible installation cable for robotic arms, drag chains, and moving machine parts. PUR sheath provides excellent resistance to oils, coolants, and mechanical abrasion. Highly flexible construction with fine-stranded conductors.
Impedance 阻抗100Ω ±15%
Conductor 導體AWG 22 fine strand
Flex Cycles 彎曲次數>5 million
Bend Radius 彎曲半徑4 × OD
🟢

DeviceNet Cables | DeviceNet 電纜

DeviceNet is a CAN (Controller Area Network) based industrial protocol developed by Allen-Bradley (now Rockwell Automation) and standardized under IEC 62026 and EN 50325. A unique feature of DeviceNet is that it combines both data and power in a single cable, with a data pair (CAN_H and CAN_L) for communication and a separate power pair (V+ and V-) for device power. This eliminates the need for separate power wiring to field devices. DeviceNet cables come in two variants: Thin cables (also called “drop cables”) for connecting individual devices to the network, and Thick cables (also called “trunk cables”) for the main backbone with higher current capacity. The protocol operates at 125 kbit/s, 250 kbit/s, or 500 kbit/s depending on network length.

ESDeviceNet es un protocolo industrial basado en CAN (Controller Area Network) desarrollado por Allen-Bradley y estandarizado bajo IEC 62026.

繁中DeviceNet 是基於 CAN(控制器區域網絡)的工業協議,由 Allen-Bradley(現為 Rockwell Automation)開發,並在 IEC 62026 和 EN 50325 下標準化。DeviceNet 的一個獨特特徵是它將數據和電源組合在單根電纜中,數據對(CAN_H 和 CAN_L)用於通信,獨立的電源對(V+ 和 V-)用於設備供電。這消除了對現場設備單獨電源佈線的需求。DeviceNet 電纜有兩種變體:細電纜(也稱為 “分支電纜”)用於將單個設備連接到網絡,粗電纜(也稱為 “幹線電纜”)用於具有更高電流容量的主幹線。根據網絡長度,協議以 125 kbit/s、250 kbit/s 或 500 kbit/s 運行。【說明:DeviceNet Thin 和 Thick 電纜不可互換使用——Thick 電纜僅用於主幹線,而 Thin 電纜用於從主幹線到設備的分支連接。混合使用會導致阻抗不匹配和通信故障】

DeviceNet Thin vs Thick Comparison | DeviceNet 細與粗電纜對比

DeviceNet Thin (Drop Cable) 細電纜/分支電纜
Data 數據: AWG 24 twisted pair
Power 電源: AWG 22 (2A max)
Max Length 最大長度: 6m per drop
Application 應用: Device connections, short drops
Current 電流: 2A per device
DeviceNet Thick (Trunk Cable) 粗電纜/幹線電纜
Data 數據: AWG 18 twisted pair
Power 電源: AWG 15 (8A max)
Max Length 最大長度: 500m (125 kbit/s)
Application 應用: Main trunk backbone
Current 電流: 8A total bus power
Cable Type 電纜類型Data Pair 數據對Power Pair 電源對Sheath 護套Shield 屏蔽Application 應用SEO
Veriflex DeviceNet Thin LSZHAWG 24AWG 22LSZHFoil + BraidDevice drops, fire-safe 設備分支防火VERY HIGH
Veriflex DeviceNet Thick FRNC-LSZHAWG 18AWG 15FRNC-LSZHTinned Cu BraidTrunk backbone 主幹線VERY HIGH
🟡

KNX/EIB Cables | KNX/EIB 電纜

KNX (Konnex), formerly known as EIB (European Installation Bus), is the worldwide standard for building automation, standardized under ISO/IEC 14543-3. KNX integrates lighting, HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning), blinds, security systems, and other building services into a unified control network. The protocol was developed by the KNX Association (formed from the merger of EIB, BatiBUS, and EHS associations) and is particularly popular in European “green building” and smart building installations. KNX/EIB cables use a simple twisted pair construction for data transmission at 9.6 kbit/s, with the bus providing 29V DC power to devices. Cables are typically FRNC-LSZH (Flame Retardant Non-Corrosive, Low Smoke Zero Halogen) sheathed for compliance with building fire safety regulations.

ESKNX (Konnex), anteriormente conocido como EIB (European Installation Bus), es el estándar mundial para la automatización de edificios, estandarizado bajo ISO/IEC 14543-3.

繁中KNX(Konnex),前身為 EIB(歐洲安裝總線),是建築自動化的全球標準,在 ISO/IEC 14543-3 下標準化。KNX 將照明、HVAC(暖通空調)、窗簾、安全系統和其他建築服務集成到統一的控制網絡中。該協議由 KNX 協會(由 EIB、BatiBUS 和 EHS 協會合併而成)開發,在歐洲 “綠色建築” 和智能建築安裝中特別受歡迎。KNX/EIB 電纜使用簡單的雙絞線結構,以 9.6 kbit/s 進行數據傳輸,總線為設備提供 29V DC 電源。電纜通常採用 FRNC-LSZH(阻燃非腐蝕性、低煙無鹵)護套,以符合建築防火安全法規。【說明:KNX 是一個開放標準,這意味著不同製造商的設備可以互操作。這與許多專有系統不同,為建築業主提供了供應商獨立性和長期產品可用性】

KNX/EIB Cable
KNX/EIB 建築自動化電纜
ISO/IEC 14543-3
FRNC-LSZH 2×2×0.8mm Green Sheath
Building automation bus cable for KNX systems including lighting control, HVAC, blinds, and security. Green outer sheath for easy identification per KNX specification. FRNC-LSZH construction for building fire safety compliance.
Construction 結構2 pairs × 0.8mm²
Bus Voltage 總線電壓29V DC (SELV)
Data Rate 數據速率9.6 kbit/s
Max Length 最大長度1000m per line
🔵

Interface & Actuator Sensor Cables | 接口和執行器傳感器電纜

Interface cables and Actuator Sensor Interface (AS-Interface / AS-i) cables provide standardized connections for automated solution network protocols. AS-Interface, standardized under IEC 62026-2, is a simple, cost-effective fieldbus for connecting binary sensors and actuators at the lowest level of the automation pyramid. The protocol uses a distinctive yellow flat cable design that allows devices to be connected anywhere along the cable using insulation-piercing connectors, without the need for T-connectors or termination resistors. This unique “pierce anywhere” technology dramatically simplifies installation and allows easy addition or repositioning of devices. General interface BUS cables provide flexible solutions for various industrial communication standards where specific protocol cables are not required.

ESLos cables de interfaz y los cables de Interfaz de Actuador Sensor (AS-Interface / AS-i) proporcionan conexiones estandarizadas para protocolos de red de soluciones automatizadas.

繁中接口電纜和執行器傳感器接口(AS-Interface / AS-i)電纜為自動化解決方案網絡協議提供標準化連接。AS-Interface 在 IEC 62026-2 下標準化,是一種簡單、經濟有效的現場總線,用於在自動化金字塔的最低層連接二進制傳感器和執行器。該協議使用獨特的黃色扁平電纜設計,允許使用絕緣穿刺連接器在電纜的任何位置連接設備,無需 T 型連接器或終端電阻。這種獨特的 “任意穿刺” 技術大大簡化了安裝,並允許輕鬆添加或重新定位設備。通用接口 BUS 電纜為各種工業通信標準提供靈活的解決方案,這些標準不需要特定協議電纜。【說明:AS-Interface 的黃色扁平電纜設計是該協議的標誌性特徵。扁平形狀確保正確極性(電纜只能以一種方式插入連接器),而穿刺技術允許快速連接而無需剝線】

Veriflex Interface BUS Cable
通用接口 BUS 電纜
Multiple Standards
LSZH Screened Multi-pair
General-purpose interface cable for automated solution network protocols. Suitable for various industrial communication applications where specific protocol cables are not required. Individual and overall screening for EMC performance.
Construction 結構Twisted pairs + screen
Conductor 導體AWG 22-24
Shielding 屏蔽Foil + Braid
Temperature 溫度-40 to +80°C
📊

Complete BUS Cable Product Range | 完整 BUS 電纜產品範圍

Cable Type 電纜類型Protocol 協議Data Rate 速率Impedance 阻抗Sheath 護套Special Features 特殊功能SEO
Profibus Family Profibus 系列
Veriflex Profibus DP FC L2/FIP LSZHProfibus DP12 Mbit/s150ΩLSZHFast Connect 快速連接VERY HIGH
Veriflex Profibus DP FC L2/FIP PVCProfibus DP12 Mbit/s150ΩPVCFast Connect 快速連接HIGH
Profibus DP LSZH SWBProfibus DP12 Mbit/s150ΩLSZHSteel Wire Braid 鋼絲編織HIGH
Veriflex Profibus PA FRNC-LSZHProfibus PA31.25 kbit/s~100ΩFRNC-LSZHIntrinsically Safe 本質安全VERY HIGH
Veriflex Profibus PA PVCProfibus PA31.25 kbit/s~100ΩPVCGeneral Process 一般過程HIGH
Profibus PA LSZH SWBProfibus PA31.25 kbit/s~100ΩLSZHSteel Wire Braid 鋼絲編織MEDIUM
Profinet Family Profinet 系列
Veriflex Profinet Type AProfinet100 Mbit/s100ΩLSZHFixed Installation 固定安裝VERY HIGH
Profinet PUR CableProfinet100 Mbit/s100ΩPURFlexible/Drag Chain 柔性/拖鏈VERY HIGH
DeviceNet Family DeviceNet 系列
Veriflex DeviceNet Thin LSZHDeviceNet500 kbit/s120ΩLSZHDrop Cable 分支電纜VERY HIGH
Veriflex DeviceNet Thick FRNC-LSZHDeviceNet500 kbit/s120ΩFRNC-LSZHTrunk Cable 幹線電纜VERY HIGH
Building Automation 樓宇自動化
KNX/EIB CableKNX9.6 kbit/s–FRNC-LSZHGreen Sheath 綠色護套VERY HIGH
Interface 接口
Veriflex Interface BUS CableMultiVariable100-150ΩLSZHGeneral Purpose 通用HIGH
🏭

Applications | Aplicaciones | 應用場景

🏭
Factory Automation
工廠自動化
🔧
Process Control
過程控制
🏢
Building Automation
樓宇自動化
🤖
Robotics
機器人
🚗
Automotive
汽車
💡
Smart Lighting
智能照明
🌡️
HVAC Control
暖通控制
⚡
Energy Management
能源管理
📚

Technical References | 技術參考資料

Standards Organizations | 標準組織
🔗
PI (Profibus & Profinet International)
Profibus DP/PA and Profinet standards, certification, and technical resources | Profibus 和 Profinet 標準、認證和技術資源
🔗
ODVA – Open DeviceNet Vendors Association
DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, and CIP protocol standards | DeviceNet、EtherNet/IP 和 CIP 協議標準
🔗
KNX Association
KNX/EIB building automation standard (ISO/IEC 14543-3) | KNX/EIB 建築自動化標準
🔗
IEC – International Electrotechnical Commission
IEC 61158 (Fieldbus), IEC 62026 (DeviceNet), IEC 61784 (Profinet) | 國際電工委員會現場總線標準
Industry Resources | 行業資源
🔗
CAN in Automation (CiA)
CAN (Controller Area Network) and CANopen standards | CAN 和 CANopen 標準
🔗
AS-Interface Association
AS-Interface (Actuator Sensor Interface) protocol standards | AS-Interface 協議標準
📞

Contact Us | Contáctenos | 聯繫我們

For technical inquiries, quotations, and specifications for BUS cables including Profibus DP/PA, Profinet Type A and PUR, DeviceNet Thin and Thick, KNX/EIB, and Interface cables for industrial automation, process control, and building automation applications, please contact our engineering and sales teams. We provide customized industrial communication cable solutions with various sheathing options (LSZH, FRNC, PVC, PUR) and armoured variants (SWB) to meet specific installation requirements.

ESPara consultas técnicas, cotizaciones y especificaciones de cables BUS incluyendo Profibus DP/PA, Profinet, DeviceNet y KNX/EIB para aplicaciones de automatización industrial, contacte a nuestros equipos.

繁中如需 BUS 電纜(包括 Profibus DP/PA、Profinet Type A 和 PUR、DeviceNet Thin 和 Thick、KNX/EIB 以及用於工業自動化、過程控制和樓宇自動化應用的接口電纜)的技術諮詢、報價和規格說明,請聯繫我們的工程和銷售團隊。我們提供定制的工業通信電纜解決方案,具有各種護套選項(LSZH、FRNC、PVC、PUR)和鎧裝變體(SWB),以滿足特定的安裝要求。

💬
📧

Technical Support 技術支援

[email protected]
📧

Sales – Mr. Yang Zihao

[email protected]
📧

Sales – Ms. Huang Ziyu

[email protected]
Previous Article

What are High Voltage Cables?

Next Article

What are Railway Signalling Cables?

Write a Comment

Leave a Comment

您的邮箱地址不会被公开。 必填项已用 * 标注