ZK4000-5100-2100
by Beckhoff
The Beckhoff ZK4000-5100-2100 motor cable is a high‐performance component in the ZK Motor Cables series designed for industrial automation environments where reliability and durability are paramount. It features a green jacket made from PUR (polyurethane) material with an Outer Cable Diameter: 5.65 mm ± 0.2 mm to ensure robust protection against mechanical stresses. Incorporating an M12 installation size on Head A and an open‐end termination on Head B, this cable supports both compact installation and flexible deployment. The integrated shielding (Shielding: yes) and precision manufacturing guarantee consistent signal integrity under demanding conditions. With a Cable Length: 10.00 m and drag‐chain suitability, the ZK4000-5100-2100 provides reliable encoder communication across extended runs.
The technical specifications reflect a purpose-built design: Head A employs a Connector Type Head A: plug with an A-coded configuration (Coding Head A: A-coded) and houses a Contact Type Head A: male interface across Number Of Positions Head A: 5-pin contacts. Head B terminates in an open end with Number Of Positions Head B: 5-wire + shielding conductors, each with a Cross-section: 5 x 0.25 mm² cross-sectional area. The cable jacket exhibits exceptional resilience due to its Material Jacket: PUR (polyurethane) construction and distinctive Jacket Color: green for easy identification in complex harnesses. The Outer Cable Diameter: 5.65 mm ± 0.2 mm maintains flexibility while providing mechanical protection, and the shielding layer effectively minimizes electromagnetic interference. Additionally, the Body Color Head A: black housing on the M12 plug enhances contrast against the green jacket for rapid visual inspection.
Operational features of the ZK4000-5100-2100 emphasize durability and performance under dynamic conditions. The cable’s drag-chain suitability (Use: drag-chain suitable) ensures fatigue resistance during continuous bending cycles, extending service life in automated motion systems. With a standardized Cable Length: 10.00 m, system designers can accommodate machine layouts with minimal signal attenuation. The combination of a robust PUR jacket, precision shielding, and consistent conductor geometry supports stable encoder feedback signals, reducing positional error and enhancing control accuracy. Furthermore, the M12 A-coded male plug interface facilitates secure mating with Beckhoff encoder modules, maintaining optimal electrical contact even under vibration and torsional loads.
System integration is streamlined through native compatibility with Beckhoff EtherCAT drives and motion controllers, leveraging the cable’s high‐fidelity feedback for closed‐loop control applications. The Beckhoff ZK4000-5100-2100 is ideal for use in robotics, CNC machinery, packaging lines, and semiconductor equipment, where continuous operation and precise motion tracking are critical. Its green PUR jacket and compact Outer Cable Diameter: 5.65 mm ± 0.2 mm enable neat routing within cable carriers and control cabinets. By adhering to Beckhoff’s rigorous quality standards, this cable delivers the reliability and performance required for advanced industrial automation systems.
