Ethernet ROV Tether Cable | CAT5, CAT6 & CAT8
Ethernet ROV Tether Cable
for underwater applications | CAT5, CAT6 & CAT8
Ethernet ROV Tether Cable is a specialized tether cable designed to provide reliable Ethernet data transmission between remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and surface control systems. Available in CAT5, CAT6, and CAT8 configurations, RouLine cables support different bandwidth and data transmission requirements for underwater communication, control, and monitoring.
Customized with flexible cable structures, protective jackets, and optional strength members to meet the mechanical and environmental demands of subsea ROV operations.
Custom Cable Solutions | Flexible MOQ | Fast Lead Time
Key Features
Tensile Strength: from 0 to 8 tonnes
Core Process:
↗Twisted-Pair Groups,
↗High-Quality Insulation Layer,
CAT5 / CAT6 / CAT8 Ethernet data transmission options
Flexible & Lightweight Designed for dynamic ROV deployment
Custom Cable Design Diameter, strength and conductor configuration
Corrosion Resistance: resistance to hydrolysis, corrosion, abrasion, and ultraviolet light.
Specifications
Item | Specification |
Conductor | Fine-stranded, extra-flexible tinned soft copper wire |
Conductor Standard | IEC 60228 (VDE 0295) Class 6 |
Insulation | TPE, TPV, XLPE, DPEM |
Core Structure | Anti-twist layering, grouped gap filling, twisted pairs, and layered binding |
Shielding | Individual Pair/Unit Shielding (aluminum foil + copper braid) Overall Shielding (copper braid). Shielding coverage density ≥85%. |
Tensile Member | Central Kevlar core, interstitial Kevlar fill, or Kevlar braid |
Outer Sheath | PUR, PE, TPU |
Working Voltage | 300/300 V – 0.6/1 kV (for higher voltage, please contact ) |
Test Voltage | 2,000 V |
Insulation Resistance | ≥20 MΩ·km at 20°C |
Minimum Bending Radius | Dynamic: 7.5 × OD; Fixed: 4 × OD |
Operating Temperature | -40°C to +105°C |
We offer solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.
Applications
The ROV Tether Cables is designed for demanding subsea and marine applications, including:
↗Marine Seismic Survey Systems
Case Study
For extreme cold environments, customized ROV tether cables are engineered to maintain flexibility, mechanical strength, and reliable performance under low-temperature offshore and polar operating conditions.
→ Low Temperature ROV Tether Cable Solutions
Quality Testing & Control | Manufacturing Process |
Manufacturing Process
RouLine industrial cables are manufactured through controlled processes covering extrusion, reinforcement, assembly, and final inspection. Below are examples of key manufacturing stages that demonstrate our production capabilities and quality control processes.
→Cable Core Assembly Process →Wire Stranding Process →Kevlar braiding process
RouLine ROV cables are manufactured according to project-specific requirements, from conductor and reinforcement selection to cable assembly, forming, testing, and final inspection.
More Videos of ROV Cable Manufacturing →
Test Equipment
Industrial cables manufactured by RouLine are inspected using dedicated equipment for electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing. Depending on the cable design, testing may include high-voltage testing, insulation and continuity checks, tensile testing, flexing, temperature-humidity, salt-spray, and dimensional inspection. Testing procedures can be defined according to cable construction, operating depth, voltage rating, mechanical requirements, and applicable standards. →View the Test Equipment in Use
Ordering Information
Customization: Fully supported
MOQ: project-based negotiation
Standard Lead Time: 3-6 weeks after order confirmation
