Profibus Cables
A Profibus cable is a communication cable that connects stations on the Profibus field bus, with a single shielded twisted pair, recognized by its purple sheath in DP types. It is used for communication of devices such as PLCs, remote I/O stations, drives and operator panels on the Profibus DP line, and of process instruments on the Profibus PA line. In this category, Profibus DP cables in a 1x2x0.64 mm (22 AWG) configuration from manufacturers such as Mekas, 2M Kablo and Erse, along with FC types suitable for fast connection, PA types and halogen-free LSZH-sheathed types, are sold by the meter. After determining the line type as DP or PA, choose the sheath material according to the environment, the conductor construction according to fixed or moving installation, and the cable construction according to the connector. A Profibus DP line requires cable with a characteristic impedance of 150 ohms and a terminating resistor at both ends of the segment; the permitted line length gets shorter as the communication speed increases. It should not be confused with a Profinet cable: Profibus is a single-pair serial bus cable, while Profinet is an industrial Ethernet cable with a green sheath.
Products
- Birtaş LI-O2YS(St)CH 1x2x0.64mm L2/FIP PROFIBUS — Birtaş Kablo · SKU: 1125 05 201 009 · TRY 149.89 · Made to order
- Erse PROFIBUS-DP 1x2x0.64 mm Cable — Erse Kablo · SKU: FDER022500100064M · TRY 93.76 · Made to order
- Reçber PROFIBUS DP 1x2x0.64mm Cable — Reçber Kablo · SKU: 501005 · TRY 50.29 · In stock
- 2M Kablo BUS Cables PROFIBUS L2 [1x2x0.64 mm] LSZH Purple — 2M Kablo · SKU: 3B11A005003-09A · TRY 15.30 · Made to order
- 2M Kablo BUS Cables PROFIBUS L2 [1x2x0.64 mm] Purple — 2M Kablo · SKU: 3B11A005001-09A · TRY 93.76 · Made to order
- Mekas PROFIBUS PA LIO2Y(St)CH 1x2x22 AWG Industrial 4.0 Cable — Mekas Kablo · SKU: 11377 · TRY 51.50 · In stock
- Mekas PROFIBUS DP FC 1x2x22 AWG Industrial 4.0 Cable — Mekas Kablo · SKU: 11396 · TRY 63.29 · In stock
How to choose Profibus Cables
A Profibus cable is a communication cable that connects stations on the Profibus field bus, with a single shielded twisted pair, recognized by its purple sheath in DP types. It is used for communication of devices such as PLCs, remote I/O stations, drives and operator panels on the Profibus DP line, and of process instruments on the Profibus PA line.
- Clarify the circuit duty first: power distribution, control, fire safety, Ethernet or analog signal.
- Compare conductor cross-section, core count, insulation and shielding against the installation route.
- Switch to the proper cable family early when flex duty, oil resistance, halogen-free jacket or fire integrity is required.
Frequently asked questions
What is Profibus Cables and where is it used?
A Profibus cable is a communication cable that connects stations on the Profibus field bus, with a single shielded twisted pair, recognized by its purple sheath in DP types. It is used for communication of devices such as PLCs, remote I/O stations, drives and operator panels on the Profibus DP line, and of process instruments on the Profibus PA line.
What should I compare when choosing Profibus Cables?
After determining the line type as DP or PA, choose the sheath material according to the environment, the conductor construction according to fixed or moving installation, and the cable construction according to the connector.
Where can I find technical details for Profibus Cables products?
It should not be confused with a Profinet cable: Profibus is a single-pair serial bus cable, while Profinet is an industrial Ethernet cable with a green sheath
Industrial and Fieldbus Communication Cables Selection Guide