The highly flexible drag chain cable is suitable for robotics, frequently movable machine parts and the most modern of automated manufacturing systems, inside and outdoors, to meet the highest service life requirements. The highly flexible drag chain cable can handle the transmission of control and monitoring signals as well as power supply, in any installation where combined torsion and bending stresses occur. It is suitable for connecting handling tools to welding robots and for connection to rotating or tilting tables or for other applications where undefined cable runs are necessary and the cable is subjected to twisting along its length.