T-Connector Rail

Our rail approved T-connectors for rolling stock - Type C interface provide a safe interface with the transformer and are part of the sealed roofline system. These industry standard elbow connectors are made from silicon and are compliant to the standard EN45545.

The T-connector family is optimized and tested specifically for the rail market and meets smoke and fire norm EN45545-2:2013 – HL2 as well as shock and vibration standards IEC 61373: 2010. Additionally a high voltage switching transients accelerated life test has been performed, a special TE in-house developed test method to simulate the typical transient effects generated in rolling stock roofline applications.

Main Features

  • The insulation of the T-connector is made of a highly modified silicone rubber characterized by high tracking resistance and non-flammability. This offers a reliable operation over an extremely wide range of temperatures.
  • Easy disconnecting of the ground lead ensures easy installation and testing.
  • A thin walled screen is permanently bonded onto the insulation that protects the connection system against accidental contact.
  • The overall dimensions are designed to take up minimum space.
  • Easily accessible rear plug with capacitive test point for determining whether the circuit is energized. A conductive cap protects this test point.
  • Design is made for applications up to 800A and fits both 630A and 125 A bushings (Interface “C1” and “C2”) as specified by EN50180 and EN50181.
  • The T-connector is compatible with a CLC/TS 50537 compliant bushing.
  • Suitable for train interior and exterior HV connections (mechanical protection recommended for exterior installations).
  • The wide application range covers cable cross sections from 50 to 240 mm2.
  • Conductor connection with 800A DIN copper lugs.
  • Suitable for – but not limited to – 18/30 kV and 26/45 kV cables for rolling stock such as: Prysmian/Draka TENAX-TRAIN-Plus Cable and Nexans Flamex Panto cable

RSTI Terminated HVCA Installation-Bushings (English)

This video shows the installation of the RSTI-68 connector terminated HV cable assembly (HVCA) on bushings.

RSTI Terminated HVCA Installation-Bushings (English)

This video shows the installation of the RSTI-68 connector terminated HV cable assembly (HVCA) on bushings.

RSTI 68 Connector Boot Installation Video (English)

This video shows the installation of the RSTI connector boot on the HV cable assembly (HVCA) in case the boot the HVCA are shipped separately.

RSTI 68 Connector Boot Installation Video (English)

This video shows the installation of the RSTI connector boot on the HV cable assembly (HVCA) in case the boot the HVCA are shipped separately.

T-connector
Our T-connector can also be used as a system splitter in combination with the U-connector.

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