Choosing a control cable for industrial automation is about matching the cable to the job before you think about the price. Do you need a long continuous run, or a smaller cable made for an automation controller? This head-to-head looks at two very different industrial control cable options: the Belden 2AS-1801POS-B-B/R in a 482-ft roll for USD 641.24 and the 1PC Keyence OP-87529 for USD 190.00. Both are sold as industrial control cables, but each answers a different need.
Quick verdict
If cable length and cable classification drive the decision, the Belden option is the more complete package: it is listed as a 482-ft roll of 18 AWG, 600V TC control cable with 150V NPLF and 90C dry/wet ratings. If the listed price is the bigger factor and you want a cable tied to an automation setup, the Keyence OP-87529 is the lower-priced, new-condition option.
Comparison at a glance
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar | Condition | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belden 2AS-1801POS-B-B/R (482-ft roll) | USD 641.24 | New - Open box | 18 AWG, 600V, TC, 150V NPLF, 90C dry/wet | |
| 1PC Keyence OP-87529 | USD 190.00 | New | Controller Platform: Automate |
The listed prices put the Belden at USD 641.24 and the Keyence at USD 190.00, a spread of USD 451.24. That spread is meaningful, but so is the difference in what you get.
Where each product wins
- Belden wins for long runs and detailed cable specs. The title identifies a 482-ft roll, and the model/type details include 18 AWG, 600V, TC, 150V NPLF, and 90C dry/wet ratings. This is the cable to choose when you want one large roll with a clear industrial cable classification.
- Keyence wins for price and automation-platform fit. At USD 190.00, the Keyence OP-87529 is the more economical listing, and its controller platform attribute points to Automate. It is also listed as New, while the Belden is listed as New - Open box.
Product notes
Belden 2AS-1801POS-B-B/R Industrial Control Cable (1120A 01010000, 482-ft roll)
This Belden listing comes as a full 482-ft roll, which is a strong fit if you're planning a long cable run. The listed condition is New - Open box, and the detail you get in the model/type lines is substantial: an industrial control cable rated 18 AWG, 600V, TC, 150V NPLF, and 90C dry/wet. It is also marked Application: Industrial. The trade-off is the listed price: USD 641.24 is the higher price in this pairing. If you only need a short cable, a 482-ft roll is more than a small job would need, so think about your actual run length before choosing.
1PC Keyence OP-87529 Industrial Control Cable
The Keyence listing is a single-piece cable for USD 190.00, making it the lower-priced option here. It is listed as New and carries a Controller Platform: Automate attribute, which makes it a sensible candidate when you're working in an automation controller context. Its country of origin is listed as Japan. The limitation is scope: this is a 1 pc listing, not a 482-ft roll, so if you need a long continuous run, the Belden is the one with that covered. For a focused automation cable purchase, the Keyence is the more compact, cheaper choice; for a full run, you would likely need more than one piece.
Final choice by use case
- You need one long run with explicit cable ratings: Choose the Belden 2AS-1801POS-B-B/R 482-ft roll at USD 641.24.
- You want a lower-priced, new-condition cable for an automation controller: Choose the Keyence OP-87529 at USD 190.00.
Both are industrial control cables, but this is a case where the right choice depends on how much cable you need and how you want to spend.
