Industrial Flexible Cables Industry Research: the market is forecast to grow to US$ 8,214 million by 2031

The global Industrial Flexible Cables market is entering 2025 with strong momentum, driven by accelerating factory automation, the record deployment of industrial robots, and continuous product innovations aimed at extending cable life in high-dynamic environments. According to the latest QYResearch global report, the market reached US$ 5,382 million in 2024 and is forecast to grow to US$ 8,214 million by 2031, achieving a CAGR of 6.1% between 2025 and 2031. Worldwide output in 2024 was 978.55 million meters, at an average price of US$ 5.5 per meter.

At the same time, evolving U.S. tariff measures and counter-responses worldwide are reshaping supply chain strategies, compelling manufacturers and OEMs to diversify sourcing, manage price volatility in copper and polymers, and regionalize inventories.

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Leading Companies

Prysmian Group
GORE
Igus
LAPP Group
HELUKABEL GmbH
EEB Kabeltechnik GmbH
Nexans
SAB Bröckskes
TKD Kabel GmbH
Amphenol
TPC Wire & Cable
Sumitomo Electric
Molex
Shenzhen RedBanner Electrician Technology
Zhejiang Zhaolong Interconnect Technology
Shanghai QiFan Cable Co., Ltd
Belden
Innovcable
Koedi
BizLink Group
Goldcup Electric Apparatus Co., Ltd
LTK Cable
Shenzhen Amissiontech
Brevetti Stendalto
Zhejiang Wanma
Xinya Electronic Co., Ltd
Hirakawa Hewtech

Applications

Industrial Robots
CNC Machine Tools & Machining Centers
Automated Production Lines
Food and Packaging Machinery
Logistics Automation
Others

Product Categories

General Control Cables (Dynamic Control)
Robot Cables
Servo Cables
Drag Chain Cables

Latest Industry Developments

· Igus launched CF33.UL motor cables with UL approval for both energy chains and cable trays, eliminating the need for intermediate connectors. The company also released 277 new motion plastics solutions for 2025, focusing on extending service life and reducing machine downtime.

· LAPP introduced ÖLFLEX® HEAT 700 SC, capable of continuous operation at 700 °C, and ÖLFLEX® AQUA 510 P for aquaculture energy systems, highlighting the growing demand for extreme-environment cables.

· Nexans expanded its MOTIONLINE® portfolio for robotics and automation, while advancing sustainability initiatives by integrating recycled copper and aluminum into its manufacturing processes.

· HELUKABEL scaled up production of drag-chain and robotics cables in Europe and North America, ensuring increased capacity for high-flex and torsion-resistant lines in automation.

· Belden enhanced its MachFlexTM and VFD motor cable series, offering bend radii down to 5× cable diameter, higher shielding performance, and expanded tray-rated solutions for compact automated machinery.

These innovations reflect the industry's focus on durability, miniaturization, and environmental compliance, supporting OEMs in robotics, automotive, and logistics sectors.

Five Representative Products (2024-2025)

Igus - chainflex® CFROBOT/CFROBOT8+

· Designed for robotic torsion with tolerance up to ±360°/m.

· Tested for over 10 million cycles in torsional and bending applications.

· Target use in multi-axis robots, robotic wrists, and 3D torsion systems.

LAPP - ÖLFLEX® CHAIN PN

· PROFINET-compliant 24 V control and power cable for drag chains.

· Certified for UL/cUL use in the U.S. and Canada.

· Optimized for continuous motion in compact automated cells.

HELUKABEL - ROBOFLEX® 2001 (PUR Robot Cable)

· Rated AC U0/U 300/500 V, with test voltage of 3 kV.

· Temperature range: -30 °C to +90 °C in flexing; -40 °C to +90 °C fixed.

· Minimum bend radius in flex: 7.5× outer diameter.

Nexans - MOTIONLINE® Servo & Data Cables

· Voltage range 600-1000 V, cross-sections from 1.5-50 mm2.

· Includes Industrial Ethernet and PROFINET lines up to 10 Gb/s.

· Designed for drag chains and moving machine applications.

Belden - 29501F Extra-Flexible VFD Motor Cable

· Construction: 3 conductors + ground, tinned copper.

· XLPE insulation and TPE outer jacket with high oil resistance.

· Shielding: aluminum foil + 85% tinned copper braid.

· Ratings: 600/1000 V, suitable for -40 °C to 90 °C.

Downstream Customers (Verified List)

KUKA
ABB Robotics
FANUC
Yaskawa Electric
Kawasaki Robotics
Comau
Universal Robots
DENSO Robotics
Epson Robots
Nachi-Fujikoshi
Omron Automation
Stäubli Robotics
Doosan Robotics
Hyundai Robotics
Keyence

Market Trends in 2025

Robotics Growth Driving Cable Demand

Global robot installations now exceed 4 million units, with market value reaching US$ 16.5 billion. Each new robot requires multiple cables for power, feedback, and data, boosting demand for torsion-resistant robot cables and drag-chain solutions.

Integration of Power and Data

Manufacturers increasingly demand hybrid solutions combining servo power and data transmission. High-speed Industrial Ethernet cables (up to 10 Gb/s) within moving elements are enabling machine vision and AI applications at the edge.

Miniaturization and Tighter Bend Radii

With compact machinery and collaborative robots, routing space is limited. Cables designed with bend radii as small as 5× outer diameter are becoming standard, lowering mechanical wear and extending service life.

Extreme Environment Applications

High-temperature, oil-resistant, and waterproof cables are gaining share. New models withstand continuous operation at 700 °C or long-term exposure to coolants and disinfectants, meeting demands in food, metal processing, and marine industries.

Lifecycle Economics and Reliability Guarantees

Customers prioritize guaranteed service life in millions of flex cycles. Reduced connector interfaces and tray-rated approvals simplify installations and enhance system uptime, shifting purchase criteria from cost per meter to total cost of ownership.

Sustainability and Materials Circularity

Halogen-free jackets and recycled copper inputs are becoming standard. Nexans and other leaders are piloting high recycled-content cables to align with global ESG goals, especially in Europe.

Tariff and Supply Chain Reconfiguration

Uncertainty from U.S. tariff policies and global trade frictions is pushing companies toward multi-sourcing strategies and regionalized supply hubs, ensuring resilience in raw material and component procurement.

EV and Electronics Manufacturing Expansion

Electric vehicles require significantly more wiring than internal combustion cars. Battery and electronics plants also rely heavily on dynamic cabling for testing, assembly, and automated handling, adding long-term structural demand.

Conclusion

The Industrial Flexible Cables sector in 2025 reflects the dual forces of rapid automation growth and shifting supply chains. Innovations in robotics cables, hybrid power-data solutions, extreme-environment designs, and sustainable materials are reinforcing the market's upward trajectory. As the industry adapts to global trade volatility and environmental regulations, leading manufacturers continue to differentiate through durability, miniaturization, and circularity-ensuring the market's path to US$ 8.2 billion by 2031 remains firmly intact.

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