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Railway locomotive & rolling stock cables
APAR’s extensive line of quality rail and transit cables ensure performance, reliability and safety while lowe
✓ EN 50264
Description
OverviewRailway networks probably require the broadest range of cabling solutions covering a lot of different functions: 1. Catenary lines and their contact wires that power the train traction 2. High voltage and medium voltage power feeder 3. High, medium and low voltage distribution networks as well as earthing/grounding connections 4. Signalling and control cables 5. Communication cables with twisted pairs 6. Coaxial or optical elements 7. LAN cables 8. Locomotive and rolling stock cables 9. Coach wiring APAR’s extensive line of quality rail and transit cables ensure performance, reliability and safety while lowering costs through easier and faster installation, simplified maintenance and infrastructure longevity. We consistently provide innovative solutions and better technology to overcome challenges faced in the ever-evolving rail and mass transit applications: from general-purpose control
Why this wire
Key benefits E-beam technology Electron-beam cross-linking for enhanced material properties.
Built for harsh duty Designed for demanding industrial and mobile applications.
Flexible construction Elastomeric materials for routing and movement.
Quality-tested Produced in ISO-accredited plants with in-house testing.
Characteristics
At a glance| Application | APAR has a vast product range including all cables used by moving vehicles across railway, metro, coach and underground rail infrastructure. These are used for power, control, communications, heating and ventilation inside the vehicles. |
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| Characteristics | Our cable range remains the best choice for rapid transit, locomotive and rolling stock wires. Its application-specific and custom-engineered cable designs meet your exact needs. Coach wiring and locomotive cables are manfuactured through the EBXL process. |
| Applicable standards | IS & EN standards, IRIS – TS 22163, ELRS 0019, CLW 0458 & 0459, IRS S 63, E-14 -01 & 02, EN 50264, EN-50306. |
| Product range | MV & track feeder cables, signalling cables, rolling stock cables, fibre optic cables, feeder & bonding cables, contact wires, trolley wires. |
| Advantages | In comparison with the principal alternative, the diesel engine and electric railway offers substantially better energy efficiency, lower emissions and lower operating costs. Electric locomotives are also usually quieter, more powerful, more responsive and reliable than the diesel ones. They have no local emissions, an important advantage in tunnels and urban areas. |
Construction
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- 1Bright copper conductorHigh-conductivity electrolytic grade, stranded
- 2HFFR / insulationHalogen-free, low-smoke, heat-resistant
- 3Printed identification & ISI markingGrade, size, voltage, standard & licence no.
Standards & approvals
ComplianceManufactured and tested to EN 50264. Full test certificates and detailed specifications are available on request for project submittals.
EN 50264
Applications
Where it's usedPowerControlCommunicationsHeatingVentilation inside the vehicles
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Good to knowWhat are the main applications?+
Typical applications include power, control, communications, heating. Contact our technical team to confirm suitability for your specification.
Where are these cables typically used?+
APAR has a vast product range including all cables used by moving vehicles across railway, metro, coach and underground rail infrastructure.
How do I get pricing or more details?+
Use the enquiry form on this page or the Request a Quote option, and APAR's team will respond with availability and details for your requirement.
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