Why Servo Drives Use ix Industrial Cables for Daisy-Chain Ethernet
This guide explains how ix Industrial cable assemblies support IN / OUT connections between servo amplifiers in compact motion-control cabinets. Each product section uses a fixed two-column image row at the top, placing two white-background product images side by side above the corresponding product description.
Servo Drive Daisy-Chain Ethernet Connection
In a multi-axis motion-control cabinet, servo amplifiers are often installed next to each other. Where the equipment supports an IN / OUT industrial Ethernet architecture, a short jumper cable can connect the OUT port of one drive to the IN port of the next drive.
This line topology can reduce long home-run cable routing, help keep the cabinet organized, and make it easier to extend a multi-axis installation when the network architecture allows it.
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Why ix Industrial Cables Fit Compact Servo Drive Installations
Compact Interface Layout
Servo drives are commonly installed in dense rows. Compact ix Industrial interfaces and short cable assemblies can reduce unnecessary connector clearance and support cleaner panel layouts.
Cable Exit Direction Matters
Straight, upward, and downward cable exits change how the cable enters the wire duct. Choosing the correct orientation can reduce bend stress and prevent interference with adjacent devices.
Daisy-Chain Wiring
For supported networks, IN / OUT connections make it possible to link one servo drive to the next, reducing long cable runs back to a central switch.
Straight vs Downward vs Upward Cable Selection
| Installation Situation | Recommended Option | Why |
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| Adjacent servo drives with IN / OUT ports | PCM-0971 | Opposite right-angle exits support compact drive-to-drive jumper routing. |
| Cable routes toward a lower wire duct | PCM-0972 / IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 | Downward exit keeps the cable close to the lower side of the equipment. |
| Cable routes toward an upper wire duct | PCM-0973 / IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 | Upward exit supports vertical cable routing and upper-side wire management. |
| Custom cable build or sufficient clearance | IX40G-A-10S-CV | Straight plug provides a simple direct cable exit for custom assembly and repair. |
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PCM-0971 IX Industrial Cable for Servo Amplifier Daisy-Chain Networks
PCM-0971 is an ix Industrial Ethernet cable assembly designed to connect adjacent servo amplifiers in EtherCAT and Industrial Ethernet daisy-chain networks. It combines a Hirose IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 downward-cabling right-angle plug with an IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 upward-cabling right-angle plug.
Why this configuration matters: The opposite cable-exit directions help the cable route neatly between side-by-side drives, reduce unnecessary loops, and minimize sharp bends inside compact electrical cabinets.
- 90° downward-to-upward right-angle connector combination
- A-Key ix Industrial interface for Ethernet applications
- Suitable for EtherCAT servo amplifier daisy-chain wiring
- Compact cable routing for multi-axis motion-control cabinets
| Premier Cable / Connector Part No. | PCM-0971 |
| Configuration | IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 to IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 |
| Cable Exit / Orientation | 90° Downward Exit to 90° Upward Exit |
| Typical Use | Servo amplifier OUT-to-IN daisy-chain connection |
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PCM-0972 Straight-to-Downward ix Industrial Ethernet Cable
PCM-0972 is a CAT6A high-flex ix Industrial Ethernet cable with one straight IX40G-A-10S-CV plug and one 90-degree IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 downward-cabling plug. It is suitable where the cable needs to route directly into a lower wire duct or lower-side cable management channel.
Why this configuration matters: The downward exit can improve clearance behind tightly mounted equipment and keeps the cable path close to the device housing where lower routing is preferred.
- Straight plug to downward right-angle plug
- CAT6A high-flex industrial Ethernet cable construction
- Suitable for servo drives, PLCs, switches, and motion controllers
- Useful for lower wire-duct and bottom-side routing
| Premier Cable / Connector Part No. | PCM-0972 |
| Configuration | IX40G-A-10S-CV to IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 |
| Cable Exit / Orientation | Straight to 90° Downward Exit |
| Typical Use | Controller, switch, or PLC to servo-drive connection |
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PCM-0973 Straight-to-Upward ix Industrial Ethernet Cable
PCM-0973 is a CAT6A high-flex ix Industrial Ethernet cable featuring a straight IX40G-A-10S-CV plug and a 90-degree IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 upward-cabling plug. It is designed for compact control cabinets where the cable should route toward top-side wire ducts or upper cable channels.
Why this configuration matters: The upward exit can reduce tight rear bending, improve cable routing toward the top of the cabinet, and keep adjacent equipment easier to access.
- Straight plug to upward right-angle plug
- Designed for upper cable-duct and vertical routing
- Suitable for EtherCAT servo amplifiers and automation equipment
- Helps reduce bend stress in space-constrained installations
| Premier Cable / Connector Part No. | PCM-0973 |
| Configuration | IX40G-A-10S-CV to IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 |
| Cable Exit / Orientation | Straight to 90° Upward Exit |
| Typical Use | Servo drive, PLC, controller, and upper cable-duct connection |
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Hirose IX40G-A-10S-CV Straight ix Industrial Plug
Hirose IX40G-A-10S-CV is an A-Key ix Industrial straight plug with solder termination for Industrial Ethernet cable assembly. It is suitable where a direct cable exit is preferred and there is sufficient connector clearance.
Why this configuration matters: The straight format is the simplest configuration for custom cable builds, maintenance replacement, and equipment designs that do not require a 90-degree exit.
- A-Key ix Industrial Ethernet plug
- Straight cable exit for direct routing
- Solder termination for custom cable assembly
- Suitable for OEM, repair, and small-batch cable production
| Premier Cable / Connector Part No. | IX40G-A-10S-CV |
| Configuration | A-Key ix Industrial Straight Plug |
| Cable Exit / Orientation | Straight Cable Exit |
| Typical Use | OEM cable assembly, repair, and custom ix Industrial cable production |
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Hirose IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 Downward Right-Angle ix Industrial Plug
Hirose IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 is an A-Key ix Industrial right-angle plug with a 90-degree downward cable exit. It is intended for Industrial Ethernet equipment where a lower cable path improves installation clearance and routing.
Why this configuration matters: The downward orientation is useful when a device sits above a lower wire duct or when cable routing needs to stay close to the lower edge of the equipment.
- 90° right-angle downward cable exit
- A-Key ix Industrial interface for Ethernet applications
- Suitable for compact control cabinets and dense device layouts
- Useful for custom downward-routing cable assemblies
| Premier Cable / Connector Part No. | IX40G-A-10S-CVL1 |
| Configuration | A-Key ix Industrial Right-Angle Plug |
| Cable Exit / Orientation | 90° Downward Cable Exit |
| Typical Use | Lower cable routing, compact cabinets, and downward device-side exits |
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Hirose IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 Upward Right-Angle ix Industrial Plug
Hirose IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 is an A-Key ix Industrial right-angle plug with a 90-degree upward cable exit. It is designed for Industrial Ethernet equipment where the cable needs to route toward upper cable ducts or top-side channels.
Why this configuration matters: The upward orientation helps simplify vertical routing, reduce tight bends behind devices, and improve access in tightly installed motion-control systems.
- 90° right-angle upward cable exit
- A-Key ix Industrial Ethernet connector
- Suitable for upper wire ducts and vertical routing
- Useful for custom upward-routing cable assemblies
| Premier Cable / Connector Part No. | IX40G-A-10S-CVL2 |
| Configuration | A-Key ix Industrial Right-Angle Plug |
| Cable Exit / Orientation | 90° Upward Cable Exit |
| Typical Use | Upper cable routing, vertical wire management, and tight device spacing |
What to Confirm Before Ordering
- Servo drive, PLC, controller, or switch model
- Connector photos and whether each port is IN or OUT
- Required cable length and cable exit direction
- Straight, downward, or upward connector preference
- Network and shielding requirements
- Whether the request is for a finished cable, a connector only, or a custom cable assembly
Need an ix Industrial Cable for Servo Drive Wiring?
Send us the original connector model, equipment photos, required cable length, and cable exit direction. Premier Cable can help review the suitable straight or right-angle cable configuration before production.
Finished Cable Assemblies
Available for servo-drive daisy chains, controller-to-drive connections, and compact cabinet routing.
Connector-Only Supply
Straight, downward, and upward ix Industrial plugs are also available for OEM cable assembly and repair projects.
Hirose and ix Industrial references are used only to identify compatible connector applications. Product selection should be confirmed against the target equipment interface and cable requirement.
