General
Number of conductors	3
Core cross section	0,5 mm²
Operating voltage	300/500 V
Insulating material	TPE
Wire identification	numbers
Shielding	Copper shield braid
Working temperature	-40 °C
Water resistance	Up to 10 m depth
Water temperature	40 °C
UV resistance	suitable for UV-C radiation
Chemical resistance	resistant to ammonia compounds, biogases, fats, oils, ECOLAB® products
Application area	Outdoor, car washes, wastewater treatment plants, food industry
Installation method	Fixed installation, occasional movement without tensile stress
EMC protection	by copper shielding braid
Steam and hot water resistance
Low-capacitance insulation

The ÖLFLEX® ROBUST 215 +C control cable from Lapp is a flexible, shielded cable designed for use in demanding industrial environments. It is suitable for wiring internal machine and plant-wide control circuits, particularly in areas where electromagnetic compatibility (EMV) is required. The cable is intended for fixed installation and can be moved occasionally without experiencing tensile stress. It is specifically designed for outdoor use and offers high resistance to weather influences, chemicals, and mechanical loads.

Applications
This control cable is universally applicable in dry, wet, oily, and rough environments. Typical application areas include car wash facilities, wastewater treatment plants, composting plants, and installations in the food industry. It is particularly suitable for environments where water-soluble cleaning and cooling agents are used, and it features certified resistance to ECOLAB® disinfectants and cleaning agents. The cable is also suitable for use in environments with frequent steam cleaning and demonstrates high resistance to hot water and steam.

Functions and Features in Detail
The cable features a copper braided shield with high coverage, providing effective protection against electromagnetic interference. Wire identification is done by numbers, enabling secure assignment of conductors. The insulation of the conductors is low-capacitance, which is advantageous for long transmission distances, as it results in lower signal losses and reduced capacitive coupling. The cable is normatively tested for use in fresh water up to a depth of 10 meters and at a water temperature of 40 °C.

Technology Explained Simply
The construction of the ÖLFLEX® ROBUST 215 +C is based on high-quality TPE materials for insulation and sheathing, enabling a particularly weather-resistant and long-lasting all-weather cable. The operating temperature range extends from -40 °C to an unspecified upper limit, with the cable remaining flexible down to -40 °C. The cable is suitable for applications involving UV-C radiation, based on an internal testing method by Lapp. Chemical resistance includes a wide range of substances, such as ammonia compounds, biogas, as well as plant, animal, and synthetic fats and oils, including bio-oils and ester-based hydraulic oils.

Compatibility and Accessories
The control cable is designed for use in industrial plants where high demands are placed on mechanical and chemical resistance, as well as EMV. It is suitable for connections in systems using water-soluble cleaning and cooling agents and can be used in environments where steam cleaning is performed. The cable is not specifically combined with other products but serves as a standalone component in control and signal transmission systems.

Installation and Mounting
The cable is intended for fixed installation and can be moved occasionally without experiencing tensile stress. Installation should follow the guidelines for flexible control cables, taking into account the mechanical and chemical loads of the environment. The cable should be routed in such a way that it is not excessively bent or compressed to ensure its service life.

Operational Advantages
The ÖLFLEX® ROBUST 215 +C offers high reliability in demanding environments. The combination of EMV protection, chemical resistance, weather resistance, and mechanical robustness makes it a long-lasting solution for industrial control applications. The low-capacitance insulation supports signal quality over long distances, and resistance to steam, hot water, and cleaning agents makes it particularly suitable for hygienically demanding areas. The cable is tested for use in fresh water up to 10 m depth and 40 °C water temperature, making it usable for limited underwater applications as well.