NGFLGOEU-J Rubber Flat Festoon Cable 300/500V High-Flexibility Cable for Festoon, Lifting and Dynamic Handling Systems
Product Overview
The NGFLGOEU-J Rubber Flat Festoon Cable is a high-performance flexible flat cable designed for demanding festoon systems, material handling equipment, machine tools, lifting systems, and energy chain (e-chain) cable carriers. It is engineered for applications involving continuous movement, frequent bending in a single plane, and high mechanical stress conditions.
This cable is suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments where durability, flexibility, and long service life are critical.
Applications
This rubber flat festoon cable is widely used in:
Festoon and handling systems
Machine tools and automated production lines
Cranes and lifting equipment
Elevator systems
Energy chain (e-chain) cable carrier systems
Applications with high mechanical stress and repetitive bending in one plane
Design Construction
1. Conductor
Flexible plain copper
≤ 25 mm²: extra-flexible stranded, Class 6
≥ 35 mm²: flexible stranded, Class 5
Standard: IEC 60228 / DIN VDE 0295
2. Insulation
EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber) compound
Type: 3GI3 (DIN VDE 0207 Part 20)
3. Outer Sheath
Rubber compound: 5GM3
Standard: DIN VDE 0207 Part 21
Colour: Black
4. Core Identification
According to 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 cores with white printed numbers + Green/Yellow protective conductor
5. Marking
NGFLGOEU-J
300/500 V – Year of manufacture
Standards Compliance
DIN VDE 0250 Part 809
DIN VDE 0293 Part 308
DIN VDE 0298 Part 4
IEC 60228
IEC 60332-1 (Flame retardant)
Mechanical Properties
Tensile stress (conductor):
Static: 15 N/mm²
Dynamic: 30 N/mm²
Bending radius: According to DIN VDE 298
Tested for continuous bending performance
Festoon travel speed: up to 180 m/min
Chemical and Environmental Resistance
Oil resistant
Suitable for indoor and outdoor installation
Resistant to moisture, UV radiation, and ozone
Flame-retardant according to IEC 60332-1
Electrical and Thermal Properties
Rated voltage (Uo/U): 300/500 V
Maximum AC operating voltage (Um): 500 V
Maximum DC operating voltage (Vm): 750 V
Test voltage: 2.0 kV AC (DIN VDE 0250 Part 809)
Current rating: According to DIN VDE 0298 Part 4
Temperature Range
Conductor operating temperature: +90 °C
Short-circuit temperature: +250 °C
Fixed installation: –50 °C to +80 °C
Mobile operation: –35 °C to +80 °C
Key Advantages
Excellent flexibility for dynamic applications
High resistance to mechanical stress and repeated bending
Strong performance in festoon and cable carrier systems
Reliable operation in harsh industrial environments
Resistant to oil, UV, ozone, and moisture exposure
Wide temperature operating range
The NGFLGOEU-J Rubber Flat Festoon Cable 300/500V is engineered for high-performance industrial environments requiring continuous motion, durability, and electrical reliability. Its robust rubber construction, superior flexibility, and compliance with international standards make it an ideal solution for modern automated handling and lifting systems.
