andy pugh wrote: > On 20 May 2012 17:40, Rafael Skodlar <ra...@linwin.com> wrote: > >> I wonder what kind of power and data cables would you recommend for use >> in X-Y-Z CNC about 1.2mx1m size? >> > > The size of the machine is not the most relevant thing, though a > bigger machine will might need bigger power cables to keep the losses > down. > One of the things to always consider is the flexing of the cables. There are special cables made for high flex life, but they are pretty expensive. If you can use standard power cords for the motors (usually 3-conductor) and then get cables for the signals that also are made for a lot of flexing (like Cat-5 patch cables or something).
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