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ControlNet™
Alpha Wire ControlNet cables are low-loss RG-6/U type coaxes designed to meet the
high-speed, time-critical requirements necessary for the operation of modern ControlNet
factory-floor automation systems.
Key Features:
- Foil/braid/foil/braid shielding for maximum signal integrity and run length
- Fully tested to ensure that return loss, and other critical performance features meet
the requirements of the ControlNet physical layer specification
- Superior quality to improve system reliability
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Industrial Automation Cables Overview:
Industrial automation systems continue to increase in complexity to meet an expanding range of applications and
human activities. At Alpha Wire, we understand the challenges that engineers and manufacturers face in designing
and constructing the automated devices that comprise these complex systems. Our range of Industrial Automation
cables combines the industry-leading quality and exceptional reliability, synonymous with Alpha Wire, with the
performance to meet the rigorous requirements of the major automation communication architectures.
Whether you are designing a device for error proofing to increase quality or motion sensing to improve safety,
trust Alpha Wire for all your Industrial Automation needs.
The Alpha Wire Industrial Automation Advantage:
- Small put-ups to support large and small projects
- Complete family of products to simplify sourcing
- Quick delivery for immediate needs
- Superior quality to improve system reliability

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RS-485
Bringing proven data transmission protocol to the factory floor in a rugged
design, Alpha Wire RS-485 cables are able to reduce electrical noise sensitivity
to keep reliability and performance at world-class levels.
Key Features:
- UL type PLTC and CM listed
- Sunlight resistant
- Suitable for use in Class 1 Division 2 locations per NEC Article 501
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Fieldbus & PROFIBUS
Bringing proven data transmission protocol to the factory floor in a rugged
design, Alpha Wire RS-485 cables are able to reduce electrical noise sensitivity
to keep reliability and performance at world-class levels.
Key Features:
- UL type PLTC and CM listed
- Sunlight resistant
- Suitable for use in Class 1 Division 2 locations per NEC Article 501
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DeviceNet™
Alpha Wire continues to lead the industry in reliability and performance with the
integration of power and data functionality in a single rugged cable that meets ODVA
specifications.
Key Features:
- Fully compliant with ODVA thick and thin specifications
- Allows use of device level diagnostics
- Reduced installation costs compared with traditional "home run" wiring practices
- Complies with Allen-Bradley part numbers 1485 CPI-A and 1485 CPI-C
- High data rates; supports 500 kbps at 100 m and 125 kbps at 500 m
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Industrial Twinax
Alpha Wire Industrial Twinax cables provide a robust physical media for the
transmission of PLC/DCS signals that meets the needs of real-time, high throughput
industrial applications.
Key Features:
- Foil / braid shield for maximum signal integrity and run length
- Excellent electrical characteristics
- May be installed in the same tray or conduit as 600 V power cables
- Suitable for use with Allen-Bradley Data Highway networksUL type PLTC and CM listed
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