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Premier Cable PCM-ZC-0298 is an automotive Ethernet harness featuring dual-ended Amphenol NETBridge Jack A-Code connectors. This component integrates both ends of the connectors, shielded Ethernet cables, and multiple red-black auxiliary conductors into a pre-assembled harness, facilitating interconnections with specific wiring requirements in automotive electronic systems, R&D platforms, and testing equipment.

Both interfaces of PCM-ZC-0298 are configured with NETBridge A-Code, with part numbers NTHCF0B6A10S and NTHCF011A10S respectively. When making procurement and engineering selections, decisions should be based on the complete part number, connector form factor, pin definitions, and equipment-side interface requirements, rather than relying solely on A-Code coding or appearance to determine compatibility.

Premier Cable can assess customization options such as harness length, wire configuration, end treatment, and labeling based on actual project requirements. Any changes involving electrical performance or wiring definitions should be confirmed through corresponding drawings and tested and verified.

Product Overview

PCM-ZC-0298 is a dual-ended Amphenol NETBridge A-Code automotive Ethernet harness, not an independent connector, network switch, or active protocol converter. It integrates specified interfaces with shielded data cables and auxiliary conductors into a complete assembly, facilitating installation by engineering personnel according to equipment interface and wiring requirements.

Provided that the connector matching, pin mapping, and the entire communication link all meet specifications, PCM-ZC-0298 can be used for wired Ethernet interconnection between compatible automotive electronic devices.Its shielded data cable carries the designed differential communication signals, while the red-black auxiliary conductors can be independently wired based on confirmed circuit definitions.

This configuration is suitable for projects that require simultaneous consideration of communication connections and additional wire routing, such as ECU development, equipment integration, wiring harness prototyping, and laboratory test platforms.

Product Specifications

Item	Specification
Part Number	PCM-ZC-0298
Connector P1	Amphenol NETBridge Jack A-Code;NTHCFOB6A10S
Connector P2	Amphenol NETBridge Jack A-Code;NTHCF011A10S
Ethernet cable	LTK 1000M Ethernet cable, STP
Nominal Impedance	100 ohm
Frequency Range	DC-10 GHz
Cable Length	1000 + 20 mm
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +105°C

Why Was This Product Developed ?

During automotive electronics development and equipment integration, engineers may need to connect specified NETBridge A-Code interfaces while retaining additional leads for particular circuits or test configurations. Procuring connectors, data cable, and auxiliary wires separately can introduce extra work for pinout verification, termination, cable organization, and quality inspection.

PCM-ZC-0298 integrates the specified connectors and cable assembly while defining the auxiliary-lead arrangement in the engineering drawing. This helps bring connector selection and harness construction into a consistent engineering workflow and provides a traceable, customizable solution for projects with defined connector, length, and wiring requirements.

The development objective is to provide a clearly specified harness configuration, not to imply automatic protocol conversion or universal compatibility without validation.

What Are the Benefits of Using This Product ?

◆ Reduces On-Site Harness Assembly

The pre-assembled harness combines the specified connectors, data cable, and auxiliary leads, helping reduce on-site assembly work and allowing engineers to focus more on system wiring verification and functional validation.

◆ Supports Consistent Project Configuration

A defined PCM-ZC-0298 model and its corresponding connector part numbers help standardize the harness configuration across bills of materials, purchasing lists, and engineering drawings, reducing identification discrepancies between batches.

◆ Accommodates Defined Auxiliary Wiring

The separately routed red and black auxiliary leads can accommodate subsequent wiring or termination according to an approved pinout, supporting development projects with specific circuit-layout requirements.

Product FAQ

Is This Cable Assembly Suitable for Laboratory Development and Prototyping ?

It can be considered as a development harness for applications with matching interfaces. Its pre-assembled construction helps provide a consistent test connection, while engineers must still verify pin assignments, auxiliary-wire handling, and communication-channel requirements.

Can Changing the Cable Length Affect Communication Performance ?

Potentially. Changing cable length affects channel characteristics and may alter routing and signal-loss conditions. Customized lengths should be evaluated against the target communication standard, cable specifications, and equipment requirements.

Can Different Auxiliary-Wire Lengths Be Specified for Different Projects ?

Different auxiliary-wire lengths can be evaluated for individual projects. The drawing should specify each lead's length, exit direction, and termination requirements. Changes should also be reviewed for installation clearance, wire securing, and electrical safety.

Is This Cable Assembly Suitable for Permanent Installation ?

Suitability for permanent installation depends on the equipment environment, mechanical stress, vibration, temperature variation, cable securing method, and connector-retention requirements. The available drawing specifies certain mechanical and temperature parameters, but these alone do not establish suitability for every permanent-installation condition.