7 Accessories
7.1 Cables
CableTypes
3 types of cables are compatible with the OS2 sensors. Their physical characteristicsarepresented
inthetableCable Characteristics.
Thecable andplugarean elementofthesensoringressprotection. Withoutthis,theingressprotec-
tion rating may be compromised. Bending the cable at a sharp angle directly after egress from the
plugovermoldshouldalsobeavoided. Sharpbendsandhighaxialstressesonthecableimmediately
adjacent to the plug over mold maycreate a moisture ingress path into the connection. Please note
thecableminimumbendradiusrequirements.
Note: WenolongerofferType1cables forsale. Please contactyourOustersalesrepresentativefor
questionsregardingavailablecablelengths, connectortypes,andterminationoptions.
Table 7.1: CableCharacteristics
Cable Outer Diame-
ter
Cable Minimum Bend
(Static)
Cable Minimum Bend (Flexi-
ble)
Type 1
(Thick)
10.5mm 79mm 158mm
Type2(Thin) 8mm 40mm 80mm
Type3 8.2mm 41mm 82mm
Note: Type 3 Cable has an imprint that states “Type 3” on it whereas, Type 2 does not have any
identifiers.
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