RKG4201T018 Bosch Rexroth Indramat
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The Bosch Rexroth Indramat RKG4201T018 encoder cable is part of the RKG Encoder Cables series and features a PUR jacket in RAL 2003 orange. It has a cable diameter of 8.8 mm, operating voltage for control wires of 300 V, and can handle up to 5,000,000 bending cycles for use in cable drag chains. The cable includes plug connectors RGS1001 and RGS1002.
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The RKG4201T018 is an encoder cable produced by Bosch Rexroth Indramat within the RKG Encoder Cables series. It links position encoders to drive or control hardware in automated systems, transferring differential signals while withstanding the perpetual motion of linear axes, gantries, or robotic arms. Its design supports installation inside energy-chain carriers so feedback data remain stable during millions of repetitive cycles. This endurance rating is valuable in high-speed assembly and palletizing stations.
Bending life is specified at 5,000,000 cycles, a threshold that safeguards signal integrity by limiting conductor work-hardening during prolonged motion. The outer diameter of 8.8 mm balances shield coverage with flexibility; it also serves as the reference for the allowable radii. When the cable is moving, loops must not fall below 7.5xD, whereas fixed routing can tighten to 5xD without damaging insulation or shielding. Internal control pairs are rated for 300 V, permitting simultaneous transmission of feedback pulses and low-power auxiliary supply lines inside one sheath. These figures define the mechanical and electrical limits engineers must observe when integrating the harness into servo axes.
At the terminations, a keyed RGS1001 plug mates to standard Rexroth encoders, while the opposite end carries an RGS1002 plug for direct connection to drive controllers, eliminating adapter hardware. The assembly is built from INK0448 bulk wire, ensuring consistent impedance and shielding along custom lengths. A rugged PUR jacket colored RAL 2003 provides abrasion resistance, oil tolerance, and high visibility for maintenance personnel. Together, these features support reliable closed-loop positioning in packaging lines, material-handling gantries, and other motion-control equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions about RKG4201T018:
Q: How many bending cycles can the RKG4201T018 encoder cable withstand?
A: The RKG4201T018 encoder cable supports up to 5,000,000 bending cycles, making it suitable for frequent motion applications.
Q: What connectors are used on the Bosch Rexroth Indramat RKG4201T018 cable ends??
A: The cable is equipped with a Plug Connector RGS1001 on one end and Plug Connector RGS1002 on the other.
Q: What is the dynamic bending radius requirement for the RKG4201T018 cable?
A: The dynamic bending radius for this cable is 7.5 times the cable diameter.
Q: Is the RKG4201T018 cable suitable for installation in cable drag chains?
A: Yes, the RKG4201T018 is designed for use in cable drag chains.
Q: What is the jacket color and material of the RKG4201T018 encoder cable?
A: The PUR jacket on the RKG4201T018 cable comes in RAL 2003 orange color.
