(N)3GRD5G 0.6/1 (1.2) kV Flexible Round Festoon Cable Heavy Duty Rubber Control and Power Cable for Dynamic Festoon Systems
Product Overview
The Flexible Round Festoon Cable (N)3GRD5G is a heavy-duty rubber-insulated and sheathed cable designed for power and control transmission in demanding festoon applications. It is engineered for continuous dynamic operation under mechanical tensile stress, offering excellent flexibility, durability, and resistance to harsh industrial environments such as cranes, conveyor systems, and automated material handling equipment.
Rated at 0.6/1 (1.2) kV, this cable combines superior electrical performance with outstanding mechanical endurance, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations where high-speed movement and repeated bending are required.
Applications
Heavy-duty power and control supply systems
Festoon cable systems in cranes and hoisting equipment
Conveyor systems and automated machinery
Industrial handling and lifting equipment
Indoor and outdoor dynamic installations
Environments with continuous movement and mechanical stress
Designed for applications with combined mechanical tensile stress and dynamic bending loads, ensuring long service life in high-cycle operations.
Cable Design
1. Conductor
Flexible plain copper conductor
“FSC” construction
Better than IEC 60228 Class 5
2. Insulation
RHEYCLEAN-HEPR compound
Performance better than IEC 60502-1
3. Inner Sheath
Special synthetic rubber compound
Equivalent or better than EM6 (prEN 50363)
4. Outer Sheath
Heavy-duty rubber compound EM7 (prEN 50363)
Colour: Black
Marking
Cable surface marking includes:
(N)3GRD5G
Number of cores and cross-section
0.6/1 kV rating
Year of manufacture
VDE registration number: 7891
Core Identification (DIN VDE 0293 Part 308 / HD 308 S2)
4 cores: Green/Yellow – Brown – Black – Grey
5 cores: Green/Yellow – Blue – Brown – Black – Grey
≥5 cores: Black with white numbers + Green/Yellow protective conductor (outer layer)
6-core design: Brown – Black – Grey + 3 Green/Yellow conductors (interstices)
Standards Compliance
DIN VDE 0250 Part 812
VDE registration No. 7891
Construction according to European industrial cable standards for festoon systems
Mechanical Properties
Conductor tensile stress (static): 15 N/mm²
Conductor tensile stress (dynamic): 30 N/mm²
Bending radius: According to DIN VDE 298
Testing methods:
Alternating/reversed bending test
Roller bending test
Torsional resistance test
Festoon travel speed: Up to 240 m/min (higher speeds available upon request)
Chemical and Environmental Resistance
Oil resistant
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
Resistant to moisture, UV radiation, and ozone exposure
Flame-retardant according to IEC 60332-1
Electrical and Thermal Properties
Rated Voltage
Uo/U: 0.6/1 kV
Maximum AC system voltage (Um): 1.2 kV
Maximum DC system voltage (Vm): 1.8 kV
Test Voltage
Power cores: 3.0 kV AC
Control cores: 2.0 kV AC
Current Rating
According to DIN VDE 0298 Part 4
Temperature Range
Conductor operating temperature: +90°C
Short-circuit temperature: up to +250°C
Fixed installation: –50°C to +80°C
Mobile operation: –35°C to +80°C
Key Advantages
High mechanical tensile strength for dynamic systems
Excellent flexibility for continuous festoon movement
Superior resistance to oil, UV, ozone, and moisture
Flame-retardant safety performance
Wide temperature operating range
Suitable for high-speed festoon applications up to 240 m/min
The (N)3GRD5G flexible round festoon cable is a robust industrial solution designed for demanding power and control applications under continuous motion. With advanced rubber compound technology, high mechanical endurance, and compliance with European standards, it ensures reliable performance in modern automated industrial environments.
