RKG0066 Bosch Rexroth Indramat

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The Bosch Rexroth Indramat RKG0066 is an encoder cable belonging to the RKG Encoder Cables series. It features a basic cable model with metallic shielded housings and supports 2,000,000 bending cycles. The cable has a dynamic bending radius of 10 times its diameter, operates between -30 °C and 80 °C, and is equipped with D-Sub 15 solder socket and crimp pin connectors.

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Product Description:

The RKG0066 encoder cable is produced by Bosch Rexroth Indramat as part of the RKG Encoder Cables series. It provides the feedback pathway between motor-mounted sensors and Rexroth drive electronics, relaying differential position or speed signals required for closed-loop motion control. By arriving as a finished assembly, the cable shortens commissioning time and minimizes wiring errors in pick-and-place robots, linear modules, and other automated axes that must withstand continual flexing.

Mechanical endurance is defined by a flex life of 2,000,000 bending cycles, making the cable suitable for drag-chain installations. During motion, conductors must not exceed a dynamic bend radius of 10xD; when the machine is at rest, the static limit tightens to 6xD, preventing sheath fatigue. The exits of the two angled connectors are arranged at 2x 45°, a layout that aligns harnesses with side-mounted controller ports and motor junction boxes. Signal integrity is further protected by the shield continuity afforded by the Metallic (Shielded) connector housings. These attributes are incorporated in the Basic cable model, which uses stranded conductors and insulation selected for repetitive motion while maintaining encoder line impedance.

Thermal allowances span from -30 °C up to 80 °C during both operation and storage, enabling deployment in un-heated warehouses or heated control cabinets without material degradation. The drive-end interface is a D-Sub 15 (Socket) with solder contacts, while the motor-side plug is a D-Sub 15 (Pin) that uses crimp contacts to resist vibration. Combined with the shield termination, this pair preserves low-noise transmission over the entire cable length, completing the specification profile without additional adapters.

Bending Cycles
2,000,000
Cable Exit Configuration
2x 45°
Cable Model
Basic
Cable Type
Encoder
Connector 1 Contact Type
Solder
Connector 1 Type
D-Sub 15 (Socket)
Connector 2 Contact Type
Crimp
Connector 2 Type
D-Sub 15 (Pin)
Connector Housings
Metallic (Shielded)
Dynamic Bending Radius
10xD
Operating Temp Max
80 °C
Operating Temp Min
-30 °C
Static Bending Radius
6xD
Storage Temp Max
80 °C
Storage Temp Min
-30 °C

Frequently Asked Questions about RKG0066:

Q: How many bending cycles can the RKG0066 encoder cable withstand?

A: The RKG0066 encoder cable is rated for up to 2,000,000 bending cycles.

Q: What type of connector and contact does the RKG0066 encoder cable use on Connector 1?

A: Connector 1 on the RKG0066 cable uses a D-Sub 15 socket with solder contacts.

Q: What is the dynamic bending radius for the RKG0066 encoder cable?

A: The dynamic bending radius for the RKG0066 is specified as 10 times the cable diameter.

Q: What type of connector housings does the RKG0066 encoder cable have?

A: The RKG0066 features metallic, shielded connector housings for added signal protection.

Q: What is the operating temperature range of the RKG0066 encoder cable?

A: This cable is designed for operation in temperatures ranging from -30 °C to 80 °C.


Internal Product Review

  • ‘‘The RKG0066 is an encoder cable from Bosch Rexroth Indramat, featuring a metallic shielded housing and a D-Sub 15 connection configuration for reliable signal integrity. With a dynamic bending radius of 10xD and a rated bending cycle of 2,000,000, this cable is well-suited for demanding motion applications. Overall, the RKG0066 delivers durable performance for encoder feedback in automation systems.’’

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