Overview
The Allen-Bradley 1485CS-P6N5-M5 is a DeviceNet thick passive cable cordset designed for mission-critical industrial automation, motion control, and fieldbus applications. This 5-meter patch cable connects PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, and other DeviceNet-enabled devices on your control network. Built to Allen-Bradley specifications, it delivers consistent signal integrity and immunity to electrical noise in demanding manufacturing and process environments.
Key Features
- Thick media construction for robust noise immunity and extended cable runs
- 5-meter length (16.4 feet) for flexible device spacing and layout
- Mini connector format for compact installations
- Straight connectors for reliable plug-and-play deployment
- Passive cable design—no external power required
- CE and UL recognized certifications for global industrial use
Technical Specifications
The following specifications are typical for the 1485CS-P6N5-M5 thick passive cordset:
- Media Type: Thick (twisted-pair with shielded construction)
- Cable Length: 5 meters (16.4 feet)
- Connector Type: Mini Male to Mini Female, Straight
- Pin Configuration: Standard 5-pin DeviceNet
- Cable Color: Grey PVC jacket
- Cable Impedance: 120 ohms (characteristic impedance per DeviceNet standard)
- Operating Voltage: Up to 24 VDC
- Data Rate: Up to 500 kbps (standard DeviceNet speed)
- Certifications: CE, UL Recognized
- Termination: Passive (no active termination required)
Typical Applications
- Connecting PLC modules to DeviceNet-enabled I/O and sensor networks
- Linking servo drives and stepper motor controllers to motion control systems
- Integrating variable frequency drives (VFDs) into factory automation networks
- Field device patch connections in pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and automotive manufacturing
- Machine-to-machine (M2M) communications on the shop floor
- Building modular, reusable test and commissioning rigs
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix, and SLC 500 PLCs with DeviceNet modules
- Allen-Bradley PowerFlex VFDs with DeviceNet communication cards
- Allen-Bradley Kinetix servo drives with DeviceNet adapters
- Any device with standard Mini male or female DeviceNet connectors (IEC 61076-2-101)
- DeviceNet networks compliant with ODVA DeviceNet Specification v2.0 or later
- Industrial sensors and field devices with Mini DeviceNet connectors
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator or OEM before ordering to ensure the specific Mini connector orientation and pin configuration match your installation. The 1485CS-P6N5-M5 is designed as a direct replacement for equivalent Allen-Bradley thick passive DeviceNet cordsets with identical connector types and 5-meter length specifications.
Works With
- RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, and Studio 5000 (DeviceNet scanner configuration)
- Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk View and other HMI software with DeviceNet support
- ODVA DeviceNet network management tools and diagnostics
- Rockwell Automation integration packages for third-party DeviceNet devices
- Any ODVA-certified DeviceNet device on the same network segment
