Intelligent Motion Control Since 1987

DCX Series Cables

The DCX Family of motion controllers use 26 conductor IDC ribbon cables to connect the DCX plug-in function modules to the DCX breakout boards. For our customers' convenience, we stock 6 ft. (2M) ribbon cable assemblies. Custom lengths can also be ordered, but lead-times may apply.


Ribbon Cables for DCX Motion Controller Family

DCX Series Ribbon Cable - click image for closeup
26-Conductor IDC Ribbon Cable:
For DCX Family of Motion Controllers
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Part Number
95.020.6   -   6 ft. (2M) cable assembly.
95.020.X   -   X ft. cable assembly. (Custom lengths, lead times will apply.)
Description Generic 26-conductor IDC Female to IDC Female ribbon cable assembly. Connects DCX Modules to Breakout Boards.
Connections Mating Connector to Controller Module: 26 pin Female IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
Mating Connector to Breakout: 26 pin Female IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
Cable Lengths 6 ft. (2M) cables are available from stock. Custom lengths can be built to order, but lead times may apply. See below for information on building your own ribbon cables.
Use With Controller P/N: DCX-PCI300-R, DCX-PCI100, or any legacy DCX Series motion controller such as DCX-AT300 or DCX-PC100.

Build Your Own Ribbon Cables

IDC ribbon cable components are inexpensive, widely available and easy to assemble. As a result, most customers choose to buy and assemble these cables themselves.

Components Required

26-conductor ribbon cable (cable only) is available from many manufacturers, including:

  • Manufacturer: Belden Corp.
  • Part No: 9L28026, or equivalent.
  • Description: Box of 100 ft. (30M) 26-conductor ribbon cable.

The mating IDC connectors are also available from several manufacturers, including:

  • Manufacturer: Circuit Assembly Corp.
  • Part No: 26IDS2-C-SPT-SR, or equivalent.
  • Description: 26-pin dual-row IDC Female connector assembly (polarized, with strain relief.)

Note: A small 3-4 inch (8-10cm) mini-vise clamp is useful (though not required) for installing the IDC connector onto the ribbon cable.