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Whether it is for railway vehicles, charging stations of modern li-ion battery-powered forklift fleets or for switchgear cabinets of power stations and substations – with Schaltbau Connections you will keep close connection to the major OEMs of standardised hybrid cables for the transmission of binary data and signals as well as the supply of power. For now you can get the proven rugged Schaltbau connectors for railway and industrial applications pre-assembled as set. Just as you need it: with flexible standard cable, with special connection cable or however you like it, ready assembled – all from one source.

EP series - Connectors to UIC for electro-pneumatic brakes




This heavy-duty connector is designed to ensure the electrical connection within a train for the electro-pneumatic brakes (EP brakes) as well as the bypass of an electro-pneumatic emergency brake.

Both systems have functions which overlap through their control and monitoring elements. They are fed by a common electrical cable that runs the length of the train. Integrated in the receptacle is a switching element as pilot contact which is used for feedback signalling a plug being mated, whereas the end of train is signalled by means of a pin contact in the dummy receptacle. The connector is designed in accordance with the specifications of the international railway standard UIC 541-5 VE.

EP series to UIC 541-5 VE

  • Pre-assembled single and double ended connecting cables: Plug and receptacle without switching element coming with 9 core UIC compliant hybrid cable or 11 core cable for receptacle with switching element: No individual wiring of the 2 additional wires for the connection of the switching element and mounting of the protective hose that goes with them
  • Receptacle ready mounted on the angle plate with earthing connection and strain relief for direct mounting to the body of the car or for connection to junction boxes
  • Easy mounting and replacement
  • No costly tests as with individual wiring

UIC and UIC-IT series - Connectors to UIC for reliable data communications in trains




With their 8 pole Gigabit Ethernet module and optional 16 signal contacts, the rugged, durable UIC-IT Series connectors (yellow) stand for high transmission rates as required for today’s automatic passenger count systems and on-board video surveillance as well as on-board services for passengers, such as WiFi and multimedia. Schaltbau offers the right connector system for data communications which is likely to set a standard for data connections in railway vehicles.

Likewise, the connectors to UIC 558 VE (light grey) are also superbly suitable for binary data transmission, as for instance via CAN bus or WTB (wire train bus). The rugged jumpers typically connect lines used for the remote control of lights and train doors or for public address systems in passenger coaches of trains or diesel and electric multiple units. The break-away connector ensures, provided the receptacle is installed in the correct position, a non-destructive separation of plug and receptacle when two electrically not decoupled vehicles move apart.

UIC and UIC-IT series 

  • Pre-assembled single and double ended connecting cables for individual single conductors laid inside corrugated pipe or UIC-compliant hybrid cables
  • Complete sets for mounting of UIC series for direct mounting to the body of the car or for connection to junction boxes
  • Easy mounting and replacement
  • No costly test as with individual wiring

ZH series - Jumpers to UIC 552 for train lines




All rail vehicles equipped with a train line, such as trains and multiple units require jumpers to UIC 552. Jumpers provide the electrical connections between the locomotive and the carriages or between the motor cars and the not powered trailer cars of a multiple unit train.

The new ZS552 coupling receptacle now has a symmetrical design and a common terminal for connecting cables entering from the left, right or the rear. The insert can now be replaced from the front without the need of wiring any longer. And for maintenance an optional lock and key is available.

The seal and drainage of the lid have also been improved. Thus the new ZS552 receptacle will provide for more safety and handling comfort.

ZH series to UIC 552

  • Pre-assembled plugs: Single and double ended connecting cables
  • Non-halogen sheathed power supply line for rail vehicles: With improved flammability rating and heat resistance, following DIN VDE 0250-606 and DIN EN 50624, type designation NSHXAFCMOE 3,6/6 kV
  • Cables of different lengths and sizes
  • Wire gauge: 185 mm²
  • High voltage test up to 13 kV inclusive
     

B series - Connectors for multiple unit operation




With nominal voltages up to 600 V DC and 400 V AC, the B Series connectors are superbly suited for power and control circuits of road and rail vehicles alike. To accommodate ridership railcars of public and private railway operators worldwide are usually coupled to form a consist of seven and even more cars. For operating such multiple units instead of the typical connectors to UIC the modular variants of the B Series are preferred for supplying energy and transmitting signals. With layouts of up to 59+PE, the many control contacts make it possible to realise additional functions, such as an interlocking circuit to protect personnel against contact with live parts with a conductor.

B series for power and control circuits

  • Pre-assembled plugs: Single and double ended connecting cables
  • Cables of different lengths and sizes: Individual cables laid inside corrugated pipe, hybrid cables and pre-assembled to customer requirements
  • Modular design with layouts up to 59+PE

LV series - Charging connectors for battery storage systems





Les systèmes de stockage plug & play pour les batteries de traction des flottes de chariots élévateurs d'aujourd'hui se composent de trois éléments : un chargeur assisté par logiciel, une batterie et une prise de charge proposée par Schaltbau, avec des adaptateurs spéciaux pour la circulation de l'électrolyte et les systèmes d'appoint d'eau automatiques.

Un contact pilote est disponible en option pour le contrôle de la charge, ce qui garantit une fin de charge sûre même si la fiche est retirée prématurément. Il réduit également l'usure des contacts et protège l'utilisateur contre les chocs électriques.
Les connecteurs de charge Schaltbau sont disponibles pour les stations de charge d'une puissance de 1 kW à 16 kW et pour des tensions de 250 VAC à 400 VAC - préassemblés avec des câbles de différentes longueurs et des cosses.

LV for faster charging

  • Pre-assembled weld cables with sizes up to 4/0 AWG
  • Cable lugs and terminal lugs with sleeves, such as the ones from Flex or Perfect, specially designed for use with batteries​
  • Optional snap-on adapter suitable for holding up to 4 additional signal contacts. With them it is easy to establish the Bus/CAN connection needed for the charging management of modern li-ion batteries.
  • Fast charging capacity up to 500 A
  • High-quality screw-machine power contacts
  • Adapters for use with electrolyte circulation and water top up systems
  • Contacts pilotes et auxiliaires en option

G series - Connectors for switchgear cabinets of utilities




Extension or refurbishment of switchgear for medium voltage transformers usually results in more wiring also, because more signals, for instance, have to be added to the signal cabinet. And here the rugged G Series industry connectors from Schaltbau come in handy, because with layouts ranging from 4 pole up to 32+PE, the connector series offers all the flexibility which is needed to fit the purpose.

Schaltbau Connections now makes it possible that energy supply companies order as a set the connectors pre-assembled with just the kind of cables, lengths and terminal ends they need. The direct benefit is a reduced wiring effort and no acceptance testing at the end of it.

G series rugged industry connectors

  • Receptacles, pre-assembled with individual cables
  • Plugs, pre-assembled with hybrid cables Type YY (F) 0,6/1 kV – flexible PVC control cable
  • Connectors meeting the requirements as specified for switchgear cabinets of utilities
  • Layouts of G42 and G57 Series ranging from 4 pole (2 empty cavities) up to 32+PE for 400 V and 120 A max.
  • Contact inserts potted for the utmost in sealing
  • 5 polarising positions max.
  • Bayonet coupling and mechanical interlocking with protective rubber collar and protection cap​


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Schaltbau connectors – assembled as set