# Shielded Control Cable for Industrial Automation Lines

> A machinery and factory automation use case covering flexible shielded control cable, EMC protection, TC-ER routing, and installation-ready packaging.

- Canonical page: https://devcable.com/case/industrial-automation-control-cable/
- Language: en
- Published: 2026-07-07

> Application examples are selection scenarios unless the page explicitly identifies a verified customer project.

## Application context

- Industry: Industrial Automation
- Region: North America, Europe, and export machinery projects
- Related products: Shielded Control Cable, TC-ER Cable, Flexible Industrial Cable
- Standards or project references: UL, VDE, CSA-oriented requirements, Project EMC requirements

## Challenge

Automation cable packages must manage signal interference, movement, tray or conduit routing, machine wiring space, and certification expectations.

## Solution approach

Specify shielded industrial control cable by core count, conductor size, shielding, jacket performance, routing method, and target market compliance.

## Review outcomes

- Cable family matched to tray, conduit, or machine wiring route.
- Shielding and jacket selection aligned with noise and oil exposure.
- Labels, cut lengths, and cartons planned for assembly workflow.

## Buyer Situation

Factory automation buyers often need several cable types in one package: shielded control cable, power cable, sensor wiring, and sometimes TC-ER cable for tray routing. The best quote starts with how the cable will be routed and what electrical noise exists around the line.

DEV CABLE asks for core count, conductor size, voltage rating, shielding preference, bending requirement, oil exposure, and target destination standard. This keeps the cable construction aligned with both machine performance and compliance review.

## Cable Selection Logic

| Project Condition | Cable Recommendation |
| --- | --- |
| Variable frequency drives nearby | Shielded control cable for EMC-sensitive circuits |
| Tray routing in industrial facilities | TC-ER cable where the specification allows it |
| Oil or coolant exposure | Jacket material selected for chemical and abrasion resistance |
| Panel assembly workflow | Cut lengths, labels, and cartons grouped by machine section |

## DEV CABLE Application Notes

If the project includes servo drives, VFDs, sensors, or long control runs, include the noise source and routing method in the enquiry. Shield coverage and grounding design should be reviewed with the full installation plan.

For OEM machine builders, packaging can matter as much as cable construction. DEV CABLE can quote standard drums or cut-to-length batches for assembly teams.

## Related Products

See [Shielded Industrial Cable](/products/dv-flex-control-shielded-industrial-cable/) and [TC-ER Cable](/products/tc-er-cable/) for product-level specifications.