LAPP Will Introduce a Plug-And-Play Data Cable Monitoring Device at PACK EXPO 2022

ETHERLINE® GUARD is a new, plug-and-play cable monitoring device that acquires sensor data about the physical properties of industrial Ethernet data cables, allowing users to monitor actual cable performance and identify degradation over time. With ETHERLINE® GUARD, users can implement a preventative maintenance strategy while avoiding unplanned downtimes and premature cable replacement.

This compact, easy-to-use device is well-suited for 100BASE-TX (up to 100 Mbit/s) data cables in accordance with IEEE 802.3 as well as EtherCAT®, EtherNET/IP™ and 2-pair PROFINET® applications.

In addition to ETHERLINE® GUARD, visitors to the booth can also check out many other products from LAPP’s varied lineup. Highlights include:

• SKINTOP® MULTI-M strain relief bushing system. This multi-cable bushing system organizes multiple unharnessed cables and provides high packing density to save space in tight cabinet installations. Elastic gel technology gives each cable an IP68 seal.
• LAPP ӦLFLEX® VFD – light, medium, and heavy-duty cable range. Engineered to operate in harsh factory conditions, LAPP ӦLFLEX® VFD cables resist oil, water and impacts. We will be showcasing our ӦLFLEX® VFD Slim, 1XL and 2XL - our light, medium and heavy duty VFD cable range. Our experts will be happy to share the advantages and features of each style, so you can select the best VFD cable in our range for your application.