Connectivity for Industrial and Robotics Applications

Connectivity for Industrial and Robotics Applications

Industrial Strength. Precision Performance. Interconnect solutions engineered to keep your systems moving reliably, efficiently and without compromise.

Powering Productivity in Every Environment

Aptiv provides high-performance interconnects for applications such as factory automation, equipment, machines, utility vehicles and robotics that are designed to meet the challenges of today's industrial environment. Aptiv connectors, wire, cable and custom interconnect solutions are designed to work in applications that require resistance to vibration, moisture, temperature extremes, electromagnetic interference and motion. Use our connectors and cable solutions for next-generation control systems or legacy machinery upgrades.

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Connectivity for Industrial and Robotics Applications

Durable Interconnect Solutions for Industrial Equipment

High-Performance Cables, Coil Cords and Connectors for Harsh Industrial Environments

Aptiv engineers and manufactures premium high-performance industrial interconnect solutions for automated production equipment, forklifts, utility and aerial vehicles, and high-performance motors and drives. With 60+ years of focused industrial interconnect experience, Aptiv is a global leader in industrial cable design, specification and production deployment.

Industrial applications such as factory automation solutions, equipment and vehicles, and robotics are becoming more prevalent in modern manufacturing. Advanced motor controls, instrumentation, field sensors, material handling equipment, autonomous vehicles and smart facilities all depend on optimal data and power transmission. Aptiv makes it happen.

Industrial cables must be engineered to withstand the most extreme requirements of flexibility, harsh temperatures, oil, chemical, and abrasion resistance, as well as the demanding sterilization, cleaning, and safety standards expected by end users and EHS and regulatory groups (UL, CSA). To that end, we provide an exhaustive array of industrial cables, assemblies and coil cords that have been designed and rigorously tested for extreme applications to include:

  • Continuous Flexing: Our products are rigorously engineered and validated to the highest flex life cycle ratings – up to 20 million flex cycles – for repetitive or non-stop flexing applications in robotics, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and automated machinery.
  • Extreme Temperatures: Aptiv interconnect solutions meet temperature performance and compliance expectations, from extreme cold or blistering heat.
  • Chemical Resistance and Abrasion: Harsh solvents, oils, and abrasion are all factors for consideration in any industrial application. Our industrial cables and interconnect solutions have been designed with end user applications and product shelf life in mind to guarantee performance and longevity.

Aptiv’s in-house engineering team partners with customers and end users to support industrial automation systems and high-performance motors and drives. From specification development to prototyping, we help identify the ideal standard or custom interconnect solution to ensure performance, reliability, and speed to market.

Connectivity for Industrial and Robotics Applications

Rugged Interconnect Solutions for Industrial IoT (IIoT) Applications

Custom Cables, Connectors and Assemblies for Connected Industrial Equipment and Smart Manufacturing Systems

Aptiv is plugging into the nervous system of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). With more than six decades of focused experience under our belts, we design and supply interconnect solutions that are engineered to operate flawlessly, even in the harshest industrial IoT applications.

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming the way manufacturing, logistics and infrastructure systems work by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. From smart sensors to self-driving cars, every IIoT application relies on the integrity of data and power in harsh industrial environments.

Industrial IIoT interconnects have unique challenges and requirements. Aptiv solutions are designed to meet and exceed the most important criteria for industrial applications:

  • Extreme Durability: Built to withstand harsh, continuous vibration, shock and impact
  • Environmental Resilience: Guaranteed performance and integrity when exposed to chemicals, oils and extreme temperatures
  • High Flex / Continuous Flex: Specified for millions of flex cycles in moving assemblies like robotic arms and articulating booms
  • EMI/RFI Shielding: Maintains critical signal integrity in electrically noisy environments

Aptiv’s portfolio of industrial-grade cables, RF coaxial assemblies and connectors, along with custom cable assemblies, are all designed to stand up to the toughest conditions. We also have custom overmolding capabilities and global manufacturing resources to build unique solutions that work with our customers to meet the most challenging IIoT connectivity requirements.

Connect with Aptiv to power your industrial IoT solutions. We’ll deliver rugged, reliable and high-performance interconnect solutions to help build intelligent, efficient and future-proof industrial operations.

Connectivity for Industrial and Robotics Applications

Precision Connectivity for Industrial Robotics and Autonomous Systems

Custom Cables, Connectors and Cable Assemblies for AGVs, AMRs, Cobots and Humanoids

Aptiv is making a major impact on the robotics revolution by providing high-performance industrial, humanoid robotic and AMR/AGV interconnect solutions. As a world leader in custom robotics cables, high-flex cable assemblies, overmolding and high-performance connectors, we have over 60 years of experience in providing the technology that makes the next generation of robotics possible.

Robotics require advanced interconnect solutions that combine high-speed data, power and control with precision and performance. At Aptiv we have expertise in solving key design criteria that can be found in all robotics interconnects, including:

  • Extreme Flex Life: Ability to withstand millions of flex and torsion cycles in six-axis robotic arms and on-the-go applications for AMRs/AGVs
  • Miniaturization & Weight Optimization: Maximum performance in lightweight packages for humanoid robots and small AMRs
  • High-Speed Data: Ensures data signal integrity for complex multi-sensor and vision systems along with real-time motion control
  • Harsh Environment Durability: Robust resistance to industrial oils, chemicals, extreme temperature, vibration and abrasion
  • EMI/RFI Shielding: Protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI) for sensitive electronics

We have an expansive portfolio of high-performance and custom robotic cables, high-flex cable assemblies, overmolding and high-performance connectors to power your robotics projects. We work closely with robotics OEMs and system integrators, utilizing our in-house engineering and global manufacturing capabilities to co-develop and deliver truly custom interconnect solutions that will advance and differentiate robotic system performance and dependability.

Our Expertise & Certifications

Built for Compliance. Trusted for Endurance.

Industrial systems are required to meet much more rigorous standards for safety, ruggedness, and environmental sealing/containment – IP ratings for ingress protection, UL and CSA safety certifications, IEC and RoHS directives, etc. Aptiv has engineered and qualified solutions for harsh-duty environments and long-life systems. Our ruggedized housings, shielded assemblies, and high-flex cable designs are qualified for repetitive motion, extreme temperatures, oils, chemicals, dust and more. From the shop floor to the field, our interconnects are designed to keep critical systems connected – and keep business moving forward.

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