Siemens SIMATIC ET 200AL System Manual page 103

Accessories/spare parts
C.2 Cables
Connecting cable for ET-Connection standard and PUR cable
You can use the connecting cable between two cables for ET-Connection.
Typical applications for using connecting cable for ET-Connection are:
● Combination of individual cable lengths by joining multiple pre-assembled cables for
ET-Connection.
● Selective installation of disconnection points of cables for ET-Connection (for simple
changing of cables and cable sections, e.g. with trailing-cable applications).
You can use a maximum of two connecting cables between the two modules.
The length of the cables for ET-Connection is limited to maximum 10 m when connecting
cables are used.
The connecting cable for ET-Connection is available in the following design:
● Connecting cable for bus cable ET-Connection M8, both ends assembled with 2x M8
socket, 4-pole, shielded, length 0.2 m
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System Manual, 08/2019, A5E31861578-AG