IKB0012 by Bosch Rexroth Indramat

The IKB0012 cable assembly is produced by Bosch Rexroth Indramat as part of the IKB Bus Cables series. This industrial bus cable carries control signals between drive controllers, I/O stations, and diagnostic equipment inside automated machinery. The unit is supplied fully terminated, so it can be installed without on-site crimping or soldering. Its predefined length and shielding profile help maintain deterministic communication while reducing electromagnetic interference in cabinet and field installations.

In normal service, the cable links two devices through a D-Sub 15-Pin Plug (Screw-Lock) on the controller side and a D-Sub 9-Pin Socket (Screw-Lock) on the field side. The screw-lock hardware helps prevent loosening under machine vibration and supports stable electrical contact. Signal conductors are built around the cable element INK0572, whose characteristic impedance suits standard serial bus requirements and helps limit signal reflection at high baud rates. A PUR outer jacket encloses the bundle, and this polyurethane sheath resists oil, cutting fluid, and continuous flexing common in motion systems. The insulation system is rated for 300 V, so the cable can share routing channels with low-power auxiliary supplies without exceeding its dielectric limit.

The harness uses the component set INS0760-INK0572-INS0588, which includes the prepared conductors, shields, and strain-relief parts used in the final assembly. The plug end carries the identifier CN-0015P-DSUB-SCREW, while the socket end uses CN-0009S-DSUB-SCREW, making the connection ends easy to identify during installation and service. The molded backshell is marked Bosch Rexroth Indramat, which makes the source of the assembly easy to confirm. This layout supports organized cable routing in control cabinets and on machine-mounted equipment where secure bus connections are required.