General
Nominal voltage	300/500 V
Test voltage	4000 V
Temperature range in motion	-5 to +70 °C
Temperature range, non-operating	-40 to +80 °C
Bend radius for fixed installation	4 x cable diameter
Bend radius flexible	15 x cable diameter
Flame retardancy	VDE 0472 T. 804 test type B (IEC 332-1)
Conductor	Copper stranded wire, bare, fine-stranded in accordance with VDE 0295 Class 5
Wire insulation	PVC
Conductor marking	VDE 0293-308
Core identification JZ	black conductors with continuous digit marking and green-yellow protective conductor
Sheath	PVC grey
Chemical resistance	resistant to acids, alkalis and certain hydrocarbon compounds

The control cable YSLY-JZ 5X4 from Xaver Bechtold is a flexible control cable for use in industrial plants. It is used for connecting control devices on machine tools, conveyor and assembly lines, material handling systems, and in general plant engineering. The cable is designed for fixed installation and flexible application, and can be used with free movement without tensile stress and without forced guidance under moderate mechanical stress. It is suitable for use in dry, damp, and wet rooms.

Applications
This control cable is widely used in industrial automation technology, where it transmits signals between controls, sensors, and actuators. It is particularly suitable for plants where a certain degree of cable movement is required without tensile loads. Its use in dry, damp, and wet environments makes it flexible for various production environments.

Functions and equipment in detail
The cable consists of bare, fine-stranded copper conductors according to VDE 0295 Class 5, ensuring high flexibility and durability. The conductors are insulated with PVC and marked according to VDE 0293-308. The designation JZ indicates that the conductors are black and marked with a continuous digit print, including a green-yellow protective conductor. The conductors are stranded in layers, ensuring even distribution of mechanical stress. The sheath is made of PVC in grey colour and bears the printed designation, dimensions, and VDE registration number.

Technology explained simply
The rated voltage is 300/500 V, indicating the maximum voltage at which the cable can be safely operated. The test voltage of 4000 V serves as a safety margin and is used during quality testing. The temperature range is -5 °C to +70 °C for moving applications and -40 °C to +80 °C for fixed installation. This allows use in various climatic environments. The bending radius is 4 times the cable diameter for fixed installation and 15 times for flexible application, defining the mechanical load capacity. Flame retardancy corresponds to VDE 0472 Part 804, test method B (equivalent to IEC 332-1), meaning the cable is only limitedly flammable and does not propagate flame. The cable is largely resistant to chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and certain hydrocarbon compounds, increasing its suitability for industrial environments.

Compatibility and accessories
The control cable YSLY-JZ 5X4 is designed for use in standard control systems. It can be combined with various connectors, cable lugs, and other connection components suitable for PVC insulation. The JZ marking with green-yellow protective conductor allows clear identification of the protective conductor, which is important for safe installation.

Installation and mounting
Mounting is done either fixed or flexible, depending on the application. For flexible use, a bending radius of 15 times the cable diameter must be maintained to avoid mechanical damage. For fixed installation, a bending radius of 4 times suffices. The cable can be installed in dry, damp, and wet rooms, provided the ambient temperature remains within the specified limits. Installation is typically done using suitable cable ties, protective conduits, or cable ducts, depending on the plant requirements.

Advantages in operation
The control cable offers high mechanical and chemical resistance, extending its service life in industrial applications. The clear marking of conductors with continuous digit print and the green-yellow protective conductor simplifies installation and maintenance. Flame retardancy according to VDE 0472 Part 804, test method B, increases operational safety. The use of PVC as insulating and sheathing material ensures good electrical insulation and mechanical stability.