CAN bus cable for moving applications

What is a CAN bus cable?

Controller Area Network (CAN) bus is a fieldbus system developed by Bosch, which partnered with Intel to introduce it in 1986.

The goal was to reduce the cable harnesses in cars in order to reduce cost and weight. Over time, various CAN protocols became established, especially in security-related areas. In 1994, Bosch headed the introduction of the CANopen protocol for automation technology.

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These set lengths from the standard range maintain the same quality as the rest of our chainflex® cables and are backed by a 4-year guarantee.

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chainflex® bus cable CFBUS.LB

Requirements: Extremely heavy duty applications
Outer jacket: TPE
Overall shield

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chainflex® bus cable CF888

Requirements: For flexing applications
Outer jacket: PVC
Overall shield

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Reliable CAN bus cables for energy chain applications

igus® chainflex® CAN bus cables are engineered for continuous movement in energy chains, ensuring long-term, secure data transmission. Trusted across industries—from robotics and packaging to production machinery and machine tools—these cables deliver performance where it matters most.

Wide range of options

Choose from 16 CAN bus cable types across 7 product series, with outer jackets in PVC, PUR, or TPE to suit your specific application. Whether you need cost-effective solutions or high-performance cables for tight bend radii, chainflex® has the right option.

Designed for dynamic applications
Consistent quality across all ranges
Up to 10 million double strokes
Backed by a 4 year guarantee

Optimised transmission lengths

Transmission length varies by cable type and application:

Fixed installation: Up to 500m at 125Kbps
Flexible, moving applications: Up to 50m, depending on speed and conditions

All chainflex® CAN bus cables are mechanically designed for travels of up to 400m or more, with performance tailored to your system’s needs.

cable CAN bus in the igus test laboratory

CAN bus cable in the test lab of igus

CAN bus cables are available for different fields of application. In general, CAN bus cables are often installed fixed in machinery and equipment, so that cables with a solid conductor or a flexible conductor consisting of 7 strands can be selected.

cable can bus application in agriculture

CAN bus cable application in harvesting technology

The special machines of Josef Zeyer GmbH wash, weigh and pack vegetables and lettuce directly in the field. They are controlled by a wired remote control device connected to the vehicle by chainflex cables from igus. All relevant functions for drive and steering are electronically controlled via CAN bus cable.

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