In an industrial environment, cables are much more than just components used to carry electricity. They have to withstand mechanical stress, movement, temperature variations, moisture, chemicals and the day-to-day demands of machines and production systems. A suitable cable can help maintain stable electrical connections, simplify installation and reduce the chances of premature cable failure.
This is where ÖLFLEX® cables from LAPP have become a widely recognised solution for industrial power and control applications. The ÖLFLEX® range includes different cable designs developed for specific electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements. LAPP traces the origin of the ÖLFLEX® brand back to 1957, when Oskar Lapp developed a flexible control cable with colour-coded cores for industrial use.
For customers looking for industrial cables in India, SB Smart offers a selection of ÖLFLEX® products covering standard power and control requirements as well as specialised applications. The ÖLFLEX® range available through SB Smart includes 100I, Control Cable, Glass Cable, Multicore 110 and UNIPLUS categories.
Why Choose ÖLFLEX® Cables?
Industrial machinery rarely operates in ideal conditions. Cables may need to bend, move, handle electrical loads or operate in areas exposed to oil, chemicals, heat or mechanical stress.
ÖLFLEX® cable families are designed with these practical requirements in mind. Depending on the product family, features can include flexible fine-wire conductors, flame-retardant properties, oil or chemical resistance, shielding for EMC-sensitive environments and suitability for fixed or occasionally moving installations.
For example, ÖLFLEX® CLASSIC 110 is a flexible PVC power and control cable available in a broad range of conductor configurations. LAPP specifies applications including plant engineering, industrial machinery, air-conditioning systems and other installations where fixed installation or occasional flexing is required.
The important point is that not every industrial application needs the same cable. The right selection depends on voltage, number of cores, conductor size, movement, temperature, installation environment and other application-specific requirements.
ÖLFLEX® Product Range Available at SB Smart
SB Smart's ÖLFLEX® category brings together several cable families so that industrial buyers can select a solution according to their application requirements.
1. ÖLFLEX® 100I
The ÖLFLEX® 100I range includes flexible power and control cables designed for industrial applications. LAPP's product information describes these cables as colour-coded, multi-core cables with finely stranded Class 5 copper conductors. Selected variants are rated up to 1.1 kV and feature a 4,000 V test voltage.
Their flexible construction makes them suitable for applications where reliable power and control connections are required without using excessively rigid cable designs.
Typical considerations include:
- Industrial power and control wiring
- Machine and equipment connections
- Flexible installation requirements
- Applications requiring multi-core cable configurations
- Installations where compact cable construction is useful
The exact electrical rating and construction, however, should always be checked against the individual part number before selection.
2. ÖLFLEX® Control Cables
Control cables are responsible for transmitting signals and commands between different components of an industrial system. They are commonly used to connect control panels, sensors, actuators, switches and machine components.
The ÖLFLEX® CONTROL Cable family available in the SB Smart range includes different core counts and conductor cross-sections. SB Smart currently lists variants such as 21 × 0.5, 16 × 0.75, 21 × 0.75, 12 × 1.5 and 21 × 1.5, along with FR-LSH variants.
LAPP's ÖLFLEX® CONTROL 110 variants are designed for industrial power and control applications and can offer features such as flame retardancy, flexible construction and, in shielded versions, protection against electromagnetic interference.
For applications where electrical noise or electromagnetic interference is a concern, shielded variants such as ÖLFLEX® CONTROL 110 CY can be considered. These versions use a tin-plated copper braid and are intended for EMC-sensitive environments.
3. ÖLFLEX® Glass Cable
Industrial environments can sometimes expose electrical cables to temperatures far beyond what conventional PVC cables are designed to handle. This is where glass-fibre insulated ÖLFLEX® HEAT cables become relevant.
LAPP offers glass-fibre cable solutions such as ÖLFLEX® HEAT 350 MC, HEAT 700 SC and HEAT 1565 MC, developed for applications involving elevated ambient temperatures.
For example, ÖLFLEX® HEAT 700 SC uses a nickel-plated copper conductor with glass-fibre insulation and is designed for ambient temperatures up to +700°C. LAPP lists applications including heating equipment, foundries, steel works, glass and ceramic processing and other high-temperature industrial environments.
For even more demanding environments, ÖLFLEX® HEAT 1565 MC is designed for ambient temperatures up to +400°C, with short-term exposure up to +1565°C, and can be used in applications such as blast furnaces, refineries, glassworks and steelworks.
So, when selecting a high-temperature cable, the operating temperature and installation conditions should be considered carefully rather than choosing a cable based only on its voltage rating.
4. ÖLFLEX® Multicore 110
Industrial machines often require multiple electrical connections in the same installation. Using separate cables for every connection can make wiring more complicated and increase the space required for cable routing.
ÖLFLEX® Multicore 110 solutions are intended for applications where multiple cores are required within a single cable construction. The ÖLFLEX® CONTROL 110 family, for example, includes multiple-core configurations with different conductor sizes, including 0.5 mm², 0.75 mm², 1 mm² and larger options.
Depending on the specific variant, these cables can be suitable for fixed installations and flexible applications where occasional movement is involved.
Multicore cable construction can be particularly useful for:
- Machine control systems
- Control panels
- Industrial machinery
- Automation equipment
- Equipment interconnections
- Electrical distribution and control applications
The correct number of cores and conductor cross-section should be selected according to the actual electrical load and control requirements.
5. ÖLFLEX® UNIPLUS
ÖLFLEX® UNIPLUS is a single-core cable range designed for electrical wiring applications. LAPP's Indian product information describes UNIPLUS variants as PVC-insulated single-core cables, with products available for fixed installation and flexible applications.
The UNIPLUS range is particularly relevant for applications such as:
- Control panels
- Switchgear cabinets
- Distribution boxes
- Device wiring
- Electrical equipment
- Protected installations
Certain UNIPLUS variants are designed according to Indian standards. For example, the ÖLFLEX® UNIPLUS FR product information specifies ISI marking, IS 694:2010 compliance and voltage up to 1100 V, depending on the particular product.
SB Smart also lists multiple UNIPLUS FRLS variants in different colours and conductor sizes, giving customers a wider choice for panel and electrical wiring requirements.
How to Select the Right ÖLFLEX® Cable?
Choosing a cable should not simply be based on price or availability. A few basic application parameters can make a significant difference in cable performance and service life.
Consider the following:
1. Voltage requirement
Check the operating voltage and test voltage required for your application.
2. Number of cores
Control systems may require multiple cores, while other applications may need single-core or power cables.
3. Conductor cross-section
Select the appropriate conductor size based on current-carrying requirements and installation conditions.
4. Cable movement
Determine whether the cable will remain fixed, move occasionally or be subjected to continuous movement.
5. Temperature
For standard installations, conventional PVC cables may be suitable. High-temperature environments may require specialised ÖLFLEX® HEAT solutions.
6. Environmental conditions
Oil, chemicals, moisture, outdoor exposure and mechanical stress can influence the type of cable required.
7. EMC requirements
In environments with electromagnetic interference, a shielded cable may be more appropriate. LAPP offers shielded ÖLFLEX® variants specifically for EMC-sensitive applications.
The final selection should always be based on the manufacturer's technical datasheet and the actual operating conditions of the installation.
Why Buy ÖLFLEX® Cables from SB Smart?
Finding the right industrial cable is not only about getting a product—it is also about getting the right specification for the application.
SB Smart is the e-commerce platform of S.B. Syscon Pvt. Ltd., focused on providing industrial and electrical products through a digital buying experience.
Through its LAPP product range, SB Smart provides access to different ÖLFLEX® cable categories, including 100I, Control Cable, Glass Cable, Multicore 110 and UNIPLUS.
For businesses purchasing industrial electrical products, having product information, specifications and multiple configurations available in one place can make the sourcing process simpler.
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