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Encoder Cable Assembly | Sensor Harness Manufacturer

Sensor and encoder cable assemblies with shielded pairs, drain termination and continuous-flex construction, terminated to M8, M12 or encoder connectors.

Sensor and encoder cable assembly with circular connector and ferrules
Made to drawing. No prices are published and there is no cart. Send the drawing, a sample or a list of from-to points and we will quote the wire, connector, crimp and test method in writing.

Sensor & Encoder Cable Assembly: what we build

An encoder cable carries a differential signal at a frequency where a few picofarads of imbalance will show up as a counting error. The shield and the pair geometry therefore matter more than the conductor size, and both have to survive the flexing the axis imposes.

The assemblies we build use overall-shielded, fine-stranded multi-conductor cable from the UL flexible industrial control series, terminated into the circular connector the drive or encoder uses. Power, A/B/Z channels and, where the motor has one, a temperature-sensor pair travel in the same jacket so the axis has one cable to manage.

Channel continuity and shield integrity are recorded per assembly. A drain that reads open at one end is the kind of fault that produces an intermittent count loss nobody can reproduce on the bench, which is exactly why it is checked before the cable leaves.

How we build it

  • Power, A/B/Z and optional temperature pairs combined in one jacket
  • Overall braid shield with drain, or individually shielded pairs where the schematic needs them
  • M8, M12, M23 and encoder connector series terminated with torque-controlled shells
  • Fine-stranded construction rated for the flex cycles the axis runs
  • Channel continuity and shield integrity verified and recorded per assembly
  • Moulded backshells that hold the minimum bend radius at the connector exit

Wire we build this harness on

Every conductor is Xinya wire from this site's own catalogue, so the style inside the harness can be traced to a published data sheet. These are the lines most often specified for this application:

If your drawing names a style that is not listed here, ask — the catalogue published on this site is a subset of what the factory runs, and we can quote against a style number as easily as against a description.

How to get a quotation

Send the drawing, the sample, a photograph with a scale in shot, or a table of from-to points. Our reply names the wire style, the connector series, the crimp specification, the sleeving and the test method, so your engineers can approve the part rather than interpret a description. Nothing on this site carries a price: every harness is quoted against the specification you provide.

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Questions buyers ask about sensor & encoder cable assembly

Why does an encoder cable need a shield if the signal is differential?

Because differential signalling rejects common-mode noise, not imbalance. A shield that is terminated at one end only, or a pair that is untwisted for the last 30 mm, converts common-mode noise into a differential error. Both are construction issues, not cable issues, which is why the termination matters.

Which UL cable do you use for encoder assemblies?

UL20549 with its TPU jacket is common for continuous-flex encoder runs, and UL20276 is used where the assembly has to be compact. UL2464 is the general-purpose alternative where flexing is not continuous. All three are listed in this catalogue.

Can you supply the assembly with the encoder connector already fitted?

Yes. We terminate the connector series the drive uses, including the push-pull circular types, and hold the shell to the torque the connector maker specifies rather than to feel.

Do you build both ends or only one?

Both. A one-ended assembly with a flying lead at the panel end is common, and so is a completed assembly with connectors at both ends. Tell us where the cable is cut and terminated.

What is the minimum bend radius?

It depends on the cable and the connector backshell. We quote the figure for the assembly we supply rather than a generic multiple, because the backshell usually governs it, not the cable.

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Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

Certifications, lead time, payment, shipping and MOQ — the points buyers ask about most often. If something is still unclear, send us your requirement and we will answer directly. See the full FAQ →

01 Are you a manufacturer or a trading company?

We are a wire harness manufacturer — cutting, stripping, crimping, sealing and testing are all carried out in-house at our Suzhou plant. We are also an authorised distributor of Xinya brand electronic wire, so you can source both the wire and the finished harness from one supplier.

02 What certifications do your electronic wires have?

Our electronic wires carry UL, VDE, PSE and CE approvals, together with RoHS and REACH compliance for the European market; TUV approvals are available for PV and renewable-energy wire. Certificates and test reports are issued by the manufacturer and can be supplied with your quotation on request.

03 How long is the lead time?

For electronic wire, popular styles such as UL1007, UL1015, UL1061 and UL1569 are normally available quickly; other styles, non-standard colours and cut lengths usually take around 7 days. Wire harnesses are made to order, so the schedule depends on your drawing, connector availability and quantity — we confirm it in the quotation.

04 What are your payment terms?

We commonly accept T/T (telegraphic transfer), PayPal and Western Union. Typically a 30% deposit is required before production, with the balance paid before shipment.

05 How do you ship the goods?

Samples and small orders are shipped by international express (DHL, FedEx, UPS, TNT) or by air freight. Larger orders normally go by sea to reduce freight cost. We can quote EXW, FOB, CIF or door-to-door terms and will recommend the option that best fits your budget and delivery date.

06 Do you have a minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

We keep a low MOQ to support your business. Generally the MOQ is 1 piece for standard models, although it may vary slightly for customised products. Small trial orders are welcome.

07 Can you build harnesses to our own drawing or sample?

Yes. We build to print and build to sample — send us a 2D drawing, a BOM, connector part numbers or even a photo of the part in use, and we will assemble, test and quote accordingly.

08 Can I get a sample before placing a bulk order?

Yes. We are happy to build a prototype first so that you can approve the fit, crimp and finish before committing to volume. Send the drawing and the target quantity and we will quote sample cost and lead time.

09 What information do you need to give a quotation?

For wire: the style or UL number, AWG, voltage and temperature rating, insulation, conductor, colour and length. For harnesses: the drawing or BOM, connector brand and part number, terminal and housing type, wire specification, cut length and tolerance, sleeving or tubing, label and packaging requirements, quantity and destination. If anything is unclear we will ask — or propose a construction for you.

10 Do you support OEM / ODM and private labelling?

Yes. We work with customer-specified connectors and brands as well as JST, Molex and HongXing, and can add printed markers, custom labels, printed bags and your own carton artwork for OEM and ODM projects.

11 How do you control quality?

Every order goes through incoming wire inspection, cutting and stripping checks, crimp height and terminal pull-force testing, 100% continuity and open-and-short testing, and a final dimensional and visual inspection. Inspection records can be supplied with the shipment when your project requires them.

12 Can you help with wire and connector selection?

Yes — our engineers help match wire gauge, insulation and temperature rating to your current, voltage and working environment, and select a terminal and housing combination that crimps reliably. Describe the application or send a sample and we will propose a construction.

13 Can you supply cut lengths and custom packaging?

Yes. Wire can be supplied in cut lengths, coils or spools, with PE bags, cartons, pallets and printed labels arranged to suit your warehouse or production line.

14 Do you ship worldwide, and can I visit the factory?

We ship worldwide, with regular shipments to Europe, North America, South-East Asia, the Middle East and Australia. You are welcome to visit our plant in Suzhou, and you can see our production lines in the factory videos on this site.

15 What happens if there is a quality problem after delivery?

Contact us with the order or batch number and photos of the issue. We will check it against our production and inspection records and, where the fault is confirmed on our side, arrange replacement or credit.

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Need wire to a specification?

Send the style, AWG range, colour and length — or your BOM and drawing. We will come back with construction, availability and lead time. This catalogue publishes no prices; every enquiry is quoted directly.

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