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ifm Telecommunication Cables and Wires – Data Cabling for Industrial Communication

When you’re specifying cabling for automation networks, sensor systems, or control panels, the telecommunication and data-cabling side often gets underestimated. ifm telecommunication cables and wires — data cables, Ethernet cables, communication wiring — bring that essential connectivity into focus. In practice, you’ll use them in machine-installation environments, panel-wiring zones, factory floor networking, and IIoT communication paths — anywhere that robust data transmission and cabling reliability matter just as much as devices.

ifm  Data Cables, Ethernet Cable Systems and Communication Wiring 

From real site work, when you see terms like “ifm data cables”, “ifm Ethernet cables”, “ifm communication wiring”, this category includes:

• Communication and programming cables, including Ethernet patch cables (for example the ifm EVF548 Ethernet connection cable: halogen-free, screened, suitable for drag chains).
• Bulk communication cable runs and signal-cable wiring for panels and networks: copper twisted-pair, shielded, suitable for industrial environments; connectors M12/M8, RJ45, etc.
• Communication wiring and assembly accessories for factory networks: cable protection, shielding, trunking, termination blocks. The ifm connection technology overview indicates suitability for harsh environments (welding, mobile machines, outdoor) with vibration, temperature, IP69K rating.
• Signal-cable systems for sensors and actuators that tie into higher-level networks; though distinct from pure data cables, they converge in communication and network-infrastructure planning. The ifm cordsets page confirms full range of signal/power/communication cable types.
  For your procurement logic: you’re not simply buying “some cables” — you’re sourcing cabling infrastructure that supports your control and communication backbone.

Key Specification & Procurement Considerations for Industrial Communication Cables

From experience on automation projects, here are the specification parameters and procurement logic worth checking:

• Cable type and jacket material: Does the cable need to be halogen-free, weld-slag resistant, suitable for drag chains, exposed to oils or high ambient temperatures? The EVF548 example shows halogen-free, screened construction, suitable for drag chain installs. 
• Connector type and termination compatibility: Does your network require RJ45, M12, L-code power or M12 A-code? ifm’s connection-tech portfolio shows multiple codes and robust connector options.
• Shielding, screening and data-integrity: For Ethernet or high-speed communication, the cable must support required bandwidth, attenuation, EMI shielding.
• Mechanical/ environmental ratings: Is the cable expected to endure vibration, flexing (drag-chain), oil exposure, extreme temperature? The ifm connection technology review lists minimum bend radius, cycle count and IP ratings for different jacket types.
• Standardisation and spare stock logic: As procurement you should aim to standardise on one or two cable families across the installation zones to minimise SKUs, simplify spares and ease maintenance logistics.
  In practice, you’ll often see installation delays because the correct cable variant wasn’t available or the jacket wasn’t rated for the application environment.

Buying Logic for Wholesale Procurement of Communication Cables

As a procurement manager ordering in bulk for your networked automation or control installation, apply this strategy:

• Define core cable families: For example one Ethernet cable (shielded, halogen-free, M12 to RJ45, 10 m length), one bulk trunk communication cable (e.g., standard Cat6 shielded for panel wiring), and one signal-cable family for sensor/actuator networks.
• Order in logical lengths and pack sizes: If your installation has multiple machine lines each requiring 100 m, order reels accordingly; if each panel needs 10 m, order in multiples of 10 m.
• Include spares and routing accessories: Cable runs may get damaged; plan for ~10% extra length or spare reels, plus routing brackets, cable ties and protection.
• Bundle with connectors or terminations if possible: For example if your cable uses M12 connectors, order the matching plug sets and termination kits in the same procurement batch.
• Track part numbers and compatibility: Ifm provides part codes for cable families and connector styles — keep these in your procurement spreadsheet so future orders are exact.
  Using these approaches you avoid installation surprises, reduce cable variation, speed up commissioning and support long-term maintenance.

Why Standardising on ifm Cable Systems Makes Sense for Projects

When you deploy across multiple panels, machines or lines, having one brand for your communication cabling simplifies everything: fewer vendors to manage, consistent installation hardware, matching connector types across devices and easier spares management. For procurement that means better cost control and fewer variant parts. For installers it means familiar cable types and connectors. For maintenance it means easier traceability and service. Over time, that choice improves uptime, reduces install complexity and helps your supply chain stay lean.

Wholesale Supply Partner – Bank of Lamps

Bank of Lamps distributes the full line of ifm telecommunication cables and wires — data cables, Ethernet cables, communication wiring and connection-accessories — from our warehouse in Latvia. We serve procurement managers, automation contractors, panel-builders and system integrators across the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Baltic States, France, Spain and Belgium.
Our wholesale advantages include:

• Flexible bulk quantities: from small project-kits to full-site reels.
• Verified brand-authentic ifm stock, ensuring compatibility and reliability.
• Centralised EU logistics hub ensures faster delivery, simplified customs and smoother multi-country supply.
• Stable wholesale pricing with framework options for repeat-orders and multi-site deployments.
• Full batch traceability, technical documentation, and B2B support for cable specification, stock-planning and delivery scheduling.
  When you work with Bank of Lamps, you’re not just purchasing cables — you’re securing the communication backbone of your installation with a supply-chain built for reliability, scale and professional procurement.