Ölflex Control TM - Many approvals for international distribution
The Ölflex Control TM is a good solution for machine manufacturers who need wires with certifications according to US standards. The Ölflex Control complies with the most important standards of the NFPA (National Fire Protection Associations). It complies withNFPA 70 for the field level and NFPA 79 for the machine level. NFPA 70 is also known as NEC (National Electric Code). The Ölflex Control TM has several listings and approbations. It is flame retardant according to CSA FT4 and oil resistant according to UL Oil Res I & II. Due to its resistance to moisture and sunlight, it is approved in the USA for installation outdoors. Underground use (direct burial) is also permitted. The Ölflex Control TM is approved for unprotected 600V operation on cable trays. That makes this cable easy to use and cost effective. It is particularly suitable for use on machines and plants in the USA. For companies with activities in North America, it is often a useful alternative to the Ölflex Classic 100 and the Ölflex Classic 110.
Robust cable for machines and plants
- The Lapp Control TM is a connection and control cable that is based on finely stranded wire.
- The core insulation consists of PVC with an additional nylon sheathing (“PA skin”).
- A thermoplastic polymer specially designed for this cable is used for the jacket.
- The cores are designated by an identification code which is printed in white on the black core insulation.
- The rated voltage of the cable is 600/1000V; the test voltage is 2000V.
- This wire can be used over a wide temperature range. If there is occasional movement, the lower limit is -25°C. In a fixed installation, the lower temperature limit is -40°C. The upper limit is +90°C; if used as an appliance cable (AWM), the upper temperature limit is +105°C.

Application areas - Torsion-resistant control cable for wind power and other applications
Another advantage of this Ölflex cable is its flexibility and its high resistance under torsional loads. Thus, it is suitable for all torsion applications, which are typical in wind turbines. It has passed the internal Lapp tests TW-0 and TW-1. These stipulate a torsion angle of 150°/1 m. TW-0 confirms 5000 cycles at >= +5°C. For TW-1, 2000 cycles were tested at -5°C. This demonstrates the qualification of Ölflex Control TM for torsion applications.
Ölflex Control TM available in many versions
Like other wires of this series, these Ölflex cables are available in different core quantities and sizes. The core sizes range from 1.0 to 16 mm2; the number of cores ranges from 2 to 25. The three-core cable with cross-sections of 1 to 4 mm2 is one of the most popular types. When a 25-core Lapp Control is used, somewhat larger installations can be implemented with a single wire. However, the main advantage of the Ölflex Control TM is its comprehensive compliance with listings and approvals according to US standards. For that reason, this cable is very interesting for machine and plant manufacturers who export their products.
Overview of ÖLFLEX cables
ÖLFLEX series | Jacket | Properties | Available number of cores |
ÖLFLEX Classic 100 | PVC | Colour-coded standard cable 300/500V or 450/750V. Cores are colour-coded. | 2-5 |
ÖLFLEX Classic 110 | PVC | standard cable& absolute classic in the area of Ölflex control cables. The cores are labelled with numbers and not by colour. | 2-100 |
ÖLFLEX Classic 110 Black | PVC | Black sheath and good suitability for outside use (UV and weatherproof). | 1-50 |
ÖLFLEX Classic 400 P | PUR | Proven cable thanks to its excellent resistance capabilities, both mechanically and chemically. | 2-42 |
ÖLFLEX Classic 115 CY | PVC / sheathed | By omitting a PVC inner sheath, the cables are lighter and thinner than normal wires. | 2-34 |
ÖLFLEX FD 90 | PVC / cable-track capable | Single code sheathed cable. Highly flexible. | 1 |
ÖLFLEX Classic FD 810 | PVC / drag chain capable | Suitable for medium to increased travel distances or accelerations due to good properties in terms of dynamics. | 2-65 |
ÖLFLEX FD 855 CP | PUR / shielded | EMC-compatible design and less susceptible to surrounding interference due to copper shielding. | 2-36 |
ÖLFLEX FD 855 P | PUR / drag chain capable | Suitable for installation in power track chains that operate in harsh industrial environments as the cable is very elastic (no shielding). | 2-41 |
ÖLFLEX Control TM | PVC | Features increased torsion resistance. Best solution for mechanical engineers who need wires with certifications in accordance with US standards. | 3-25 |