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                  1.3.1 Electrical PROFIBUS cables (part tree) 
                    
                    Compression loads
                    
                      - Do not squash the PROFIBUS cable, e.g. by stepping on it or driving over it. 
 
                         
                          
                         
                       
                      - In addition, avoid excessive stress or pressure on PROFIBUS cables, e.g. through pinching or squashing
 
                       
                     
                    Twisting (torsion)
                    
                      - Twisting the PROFIBUS cable can cause the individual cable elements to unwind. This, in turn, leads to a deterioration of the electrical characteristics and poor EMC performance. For this reason, do not twist the PROFIBUS cable.
 
                         
                          
                         
                       
                      - If twisting cannot be avoided, you must use torsion-proof PROFIBUS cables.
 
                       
                     
                    Flexible PROFIBUS cables
                      
                        - For frequently twisted PROFIBUS cables (for example as used in robots) use flexible, torsion-proof PROFIBUS cables.
 
                       
                      
                          
                       
                        Trailing and garland cables
                        
                          - Use only cables and corresponding suspension components approved by the manufacturer for trailing and garland cables. The correct cables and parts are available from various manufacturers.
  
                           
                          - Ensure that trailing and garland cable are not damaged or pinched by structural components or other cables when in motion.
 
                             
                           
                          - Ensure that the cables are not crossed between festoon suspensions, since this can cause stretching or stress on the cable. Use separate suspensions for each cable.
 
                             
                           
                          - The chosen cable route must avoid any cable twisting. Twisting a PROFIBUS cable can lead to mechanical damage and poor EMC performance.
 
                             
                            
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