Omron XS6W-6LSZH8SS2000CM-B Ethernet Patch Cable

As industrial networks continue to expand across larger production areas, selecting an Ethernet cable with an appropriate transmission category and installation length becomes increasingly important. The Omron XS6W-6LSZH8SS2000CM-B Ethernet Patch Cable is intended for fixed industrial networking applications where communication devices are separated by greater distances while maintaining reliable Ethernet connectivity.

The Omron XS6W-6LSZH8SS2000CM-B Ethernet Patch Cable combines Category 6A performance with F/UTP shielding and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen outer jacket. Its 20-meter factory-assembled length allows communication links between distributed automation equipment without requiring additional cable joints or field-installed connectors.

Technical Description

This cable is manufactured with four twisted conductor pairs enclosed within an overall foil shield. The Cat.6A construction supports high-speed industrial Ethernet communication while the shielding helps minimize interference generated by electrical equipment operating nearby.

Straight RJ45 connectors are factory terminated at both ends to provide consistent electrical performance and reduce installation time. The LSZH jacket is designed for industrial environments where cable materials with low smoke and halogen-free characteristics are specified.

Working Principle

The cable serves as the physical communication medium between Ethernet-enabled industrial devices. Data signals are transmitted through balanced twisted pairs, which reduce internal crosstalk while preserving signal integrity across the cable length.

The overall foil shield acts as an additional protective layer against electromagnetic interference produced by industrial motors, variable frequency drives, power distribution equipment, and switching devices. This construction contributes to stable communication between automation components operating in electrically demanding environments.

Typical Applications

• Factory-wide industrial Ethernet installations
• PLC communication networks
• Industrial switch interconnections
• Distributed machine control systems
• Process automation panels
• Industrial PC networking
• Production monitoring systems
• Remote equipment communication

Industrial Application Examples

Bottling Facilities

Production lines often extend across large areas, requiring communication between centralized control cabinets and filling, labeling, and inspection machines. A 20-meter Ethernet cable allows direct device interconnection while maintaining organized network architecture.

Steel Processing Plants

Industrial communication systems installed around heavy machinery benefit from shielded Ethernet cabling that helps reduce the influence of electromagnetic noise generated by high-power equipment.

Airport Baggage Handling

Conveyor controllers, barcode scanners, and industrial switches positioned along baggage transport systems require reliable Ethernet connectivity over extended installation distances.

Automated Packaging Cells

Large packaging systems frequently distribute HMIs, servo controllers, and PLC panels throughout multiple machine sections connected via industrial Ethernet infrastructure.

Advantages

• Category 6A industrial Ethernet performance
• 20-meter factory-manufactured cable length
• F/UTP shielding improves resistance to electromagnetic interference
• Factory-installed straight RJ45 connectors
• Blue LSZH jacket simplifies cable identification
• Supports structured industrial network installations
• Suitable for communication between distributed automation equipment
• Designed for stationary industrial Ethernet applications

Selection Considerations

Before selecting a longer Ethernet cable, installers should evaluate routing distance, available cable paths, bending radius, and separation from high-voltage conductors. Choosing a cable that closely matches the required installation distance contributes to organized cable management and reduces unnecessary excess cable.

Omron XS6W-6LSZH8SS2000CM-B Engineers should also verify compatibility with connected Ethernet devices, shielding requirements, and communication standards used within the automation network. Additional industrial networking products can be found through Omron sensor products.

Omron XS6W-6LSZH8SS2000CM-B Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the primary application of the Omron XS6W-6LSZH8SS2000CM-B Ethernet Patch Cable?

It is intended for industrial Ethernet communication between automation devices equipped with RJ45 network interfaces.

2. How long is this Ethernet cable?

The cable has a factory length of 20 meters.

3. What Ethernet category does this model support?

It complies with Category 6A Ethernet specifications.

4. Why does the cable use F/UTP shielding?

The foil shield helps reduce the impact of electromagnetic interference commonly present in industrial facilities.

5. What type of connectors are installed?

Both ends are fitted with straight RJ45 connectors.

6. Why is an LSZH jacket used?

The LSZH outer sheath provides low-smoke and halogen-free characteristics for installations where these material properties are specified.

7. Can this cable connect industrial switches over longer distances inside a facility?

Yes. Its 20-meter length is suitable for fixed industrial Ethernet installations where communication devices are positioned farther apart.

8. What should be considered before installation?

Verify routing distance, connector compatibility, shielding requirements, cable management practices, and the Ethernet category required by the connected equipment.