The RHEYFIRM® family represents Nexans' flagship line of flexible medium-voltage reeling cables, engineered specifically for extreme mechanical stress applications including Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes, Rail Mounted Gantry (RMG) cranes, stacker reclaimers, and heavy mobile mining equipment. The "(S)" designation indicates the symmetrical configuration featuring the distinctive 3+3 core design, where three phase conductors are complemented by three protective earth conductors strategically positioned in the cable interstices. RHEYFIRM®系列是Nexans旗下的中压柔性卷筒电缆产品线，专为极端机械应力应用设计，包括岸桥(STS)起重机、轨道式龙门起重机(RMG)、堆取料机及重型移动采矿设备。"(S)"标识表示对称配置，采用独特的3+3芯设计，三根相线导体与三根保护接地导体战略性地布置在电缆间隙中。

on09/02/2026

RHEYFIRM® (S) 3+3 Core Design: Why Does Nexans Use Distributed Earth in the (S) Series and How Does It Affect EMC?

The RHEYFIRM® family represents Nexans’ flagship line of flexible medium-voltage reeling cables, engineered specifically for extreme mechanical stress applications including Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes, Rail Mounted Gantry (RMG) cranes, stacker reclaimers, and heavy mobile mining equipment. The “(S)” designation indicates the symmetrical configuration featuring the distinctive 3+3 core design, where three phase conductors are complemented by three protective earth conductors strategically positioned in the cable interstices. RHEYFIRM®系列是Nexans旗下的中压柔性卷筒电缆产品线，专为极端机械应力应用设计，包括岸桥(STS)起重机、轨道式龙门起重机(RMG)、堆取料机及重型移动采矿设备。”(S)”标识表示对称配置，采用独特的3+3芯设计，三根相线导体与三根保护接地导体战略性地布置在电缆间隙中。

RHEYFIRM® cable series, developed by Nexans, represents the industry benchmark for high-voltage reeling cables in demanding crane and material handling applications. Within this series, the distinction between splittable earth configurations (designated with "S" variants) and standard configurations using the (N)TSKCGEWÖU designation has significant technical and operational implications. This analysis examines whether generic splittable earth reeling cables can serve as direct replacements for Nexans' proprietary "S" series cables.

Technical Department

on06/02/2026

RHEYFIRM® (S) Splittable vs. Standard (N)TSKCGEWÖU: Can Generic Splittable Earth Reeling Cables Replace Nexans “S” Series?

RHEYFIRM® cable series, developed by Nexans, represents the industry benchmark for high-voltage reeling cables in demanding crane and material handling applications. Within this series, the distinction between splittable earth configurations (designated with “S” variants) and standard configurations using the (N)TSKCGEWÖU designation has significant technical and operational implications. This analysis examines whether generic splittable earth reeling cables can serve as direct replacements for Nexans’ proprietary “S” series cables.

MYP cables must obtain MA (煤安) certification before they can be legally used in Chinese coal mines. The MA mark, administered by the National Coal Mine Safety Mark Office (煤矿安全标志办公室), represents mandatory safety certification for all underground coal mining equipment and materials. MYP cables, as mobile power supply cables for coal mining machinery, fall under the strictly regulated product categories defined in the Mining Product Safety Sign Management Catalog and must comply with Chinese national standards MT 818 series and GB 12972.[1][2] 是的，MYP电缆在中国煤矿使用前必须获得MA（煤安）认证。由国家煤矿安全标志办公室管理的MA标志，代表了所有井下煤矿设备和材料的强制性安全认证。MYP电缆作为煤矿机械的移动电源电缆，属于《矿用产品安全标志管理目录》中严格管制的产品类别，必须符合中国国家标准MT 818系列和GB 12972。

Technical Department

on05/02/2026

PROTOLON (M)R-(N)TSCGEWOEU 6-35 KV

(M)R-(N)TSCGEWOEU series represents a highly engineered family of medium voltage flexible reeling cables specifically designed for demanding applications in open-cast mining operations and heavy industrial environments. These cables are manufactured according to the stringent requirements of DIN VDE 0250-813 standard, which is recognized globally as the definitive specification for flexible trailing cables used in heavy industrial applications where extreme mechanical stresses are expected. PROTOLON系列电缆专为露天矿山的大型物料搬运设备（如挖掘机、卸料车、移动式破碎机）设计，能够承受极高的机械应力，适用于单螺旋卷筒和圆柱形卷筒的灵活卷绕操作。

Executive Summary: As global resource extraction expands into Arctic and subarctic regions, electrical infrastructure must withstand temperatures that regularly plunge below -40°C. The (N)TSCGEWÖU cable family represents specialized medium-voltage flexible cables engineered specifically for extreme mechanical and environmental stresses in mining, drilling, and tunneling operations. Understanding cold impact ratings and temperature performance specifications is critical for project engineers, procurement specialists, and operations managers working on Siberian oil and gas projects, Arctic mining operations, and other extreme cold installations. This comprehensive guide examines the technical requirements, testing standards, and material considerations essential for cable selection in environments where standard cables would fail catastrophically. 执行摘要：随着全球资源开采扩展到北极和亚北极地区，电气基础设施必须承受经常低于-40°C的温度。(N)TSCGEWÖU电缆系列代表专门为采矿、钻探和隧道作业中的极端机械和环境应力而设计的中压柔性电缆。了解冷冲击等级和温度性能规格对于从事西伯利亚油气项目、北极采矿作业和其他极冷装置的项目工程师、采购专家和运营管理人员至关重要。

Technical Department

on03/02/2026

Understanding “Cold Impact” Ratings: (N)TSCGEWÖU Cables for -40°C Siberian Projects

Executive Summary: As global resource extraction expands into Arctic and subarctic regions, electrical infrastructure must withstand temperatures that regularly plunge below -40°C. The (N)TSCGEWÖU cable family represents specialized medium-voltage flexible cables engineered specifically for extreme mechanical and environmental stresses in mining, drilling, and tunneling operations. Understanding cold impact ratings and temperature performance specifications is critical for project engineers, procurement specialists, and operations managers working on Siberian oil and gas projects, Arctic mining operations, and other extreme cold installations. This comprehensive guide examines the technical requirements, testing standards, and material considerations essential for cable selection in environments where standard cables would fail catastrophically. 执行摘要：随着全球资源开采扩展到北极和亚北极地区，电气基础设施必须承受经常低于-40°C的温度。(N)TSCGEWÖU电缆系列代表专门为采矿、钻探和隧道作业中的极端机械和环境应力而设计的中压柔性电缆。了解冷冲击等级和温度性能规格对于从事西伯利亚油气项目、北极采矿作业和其他极冷装置的项目工程师、采购专家和运营管理人员至关重要。

Before we can properly discuss earthing techniques, we need to build a solid understanding of what (N)TSCGECEWÖU cables are and why their semiconductive screens require such careful attention. These cables represent one of the most sophisticated designs in medium voltage flexible power transmission, and understanding their construction will help you see why proper earthing is not just important but absolutely critical for safe operation.

Technical Department

on27/01/2026

How to properly earth the semiconductive screen of an (N)TSCGECEWÖU cable to prevent arcing?

Before we can properly discuss earthing techniques, we need to build a solid understanding of what (N)TSCGECEWÖU cables are and why their semiconductive screens require such careful attention. These cables represent one of the most sophisticated designs in medium voltage flexible power transmission, and understanding their construction will help you see why proper earthing is not just important but absolutely critical for safe operation.

(N)TSKCGEWÖU designation represents a sophisticated medium-voltage flexible mining cable engineered according to DIN VDE 0250 Part 813 standards, incorporating a distinctive feature that differentiates it from standard trailing cables: a central support element with integrated Kevlar (aramid fiber) reinforcement. The "K" in the designation specifically denotes the presence of this Kevlar-reinforced cradle separator, which serves as the structural backbone of the cable assembly. (N)TSKCGEWÖU命名代表按照DIN VDE 0250第813部分标准设计的精密中压柔性矿用电缆，其具有区别于标准拖曳电缆的独特特征：带有集成凯夫拉（芳纶纤维）加强的中心支撑元件。命名中的"K"特别表示存在这种凯夫拉加强的托架分离器，它作为电缆组件的结构骨干。

Technical Department

on23/01/2026

Support Element Function: The Specific Purpose of the Central “Support Element” (Dummy Core) in (N)TSKCGEWÖU Cable Designs for Mechanical Stability

(N)TSKCGEWÖU designation represents a sophisticated medium-voltage flexible mining cable engineered according to DIN VDE 0250 Part 813 standards, incorporating a distinctive feature that differentiates it from standard trailing cables: a central support element with integrated Kevlar (aramid fiber) reinforcement. The “K” in the designation specifically denotes the presence of this Kevlar-reinforced cradle separator, which serves as the structural backbone of the cable assembly. (N)TSKCGEWÖU命名代表按照DIN VDE 0250第813部分标准设计的精密中压柔性矿用电缆，其具有区别于标准拖曳电缆的独特特征：带有集成凯夫拉（芳纶纤维）加强的中心支撑元件。命名中的”K”特别表示存在这种凯夫拉加强的托架分离器，它作为电缆组件的结构骨干。

Medium voltage reeling cables conforming to DIN VDE 0250-813 employ a systematic letter coding system that communicates precise information about cable construction, materials, and performance characteristics. Within this nomenclature, each letter position corresponds to a specific structural element or material property, enabling engineers to identify critical design features at a glance.[1][2] 符合DIN VDE 0250-813标准的中压卷筒电缆采用系统性的字母编码系统，传达电缆结构、材料和性能特性的精确信息。在该命名法中，每个字母位置对应特定的结构元素或材料属性，使工程师能够一目了然地识别关键设计特征。

Technical Department

on22/01/2026

What Does the Letter “C” Indicate in (N)TSCGEWÖU Versus “K” in (N)TSKCGEWÖU?

Medium voltage reeling cables conforming to DIN VDE 0250-813 employ a systematic letter coding system that communicates precise information about cable construction, materials, and performance characteristics. Within this nomenclature, each letter position corresponds to a specific structural element or material property, enabling engineers to identify critical design features at a glance.[1][2] 符合DIN VDE 0250-813标准的中压卷筒电缆采用系统性的字母编码系统，传达电缆结构、材料和性能特性的精确信息。在该命名法中，每个字母位置对应特定的结构元素或材料属性，使工程师能够一目了然地识别关键设计特征。

Prysmian Mining Application Systems represent a comprehensive portfolio of specialized cables engineered for the demanding environments of underground mining, tunneling operations, and opencast mining facilities. Developed by Prysmian Group, the world's largest cable manufacturer with over 140 years of expertise, these systems encompass multiple product families including PROTOLON (medium voltage flexible cables), PROTOMONT (rubber-sheathed flexible cables), OPTOFLEX (fiber optic cables), and CORDAFLEX (scraper cables).

Technical Department

on11/01/2026

What is Prysmian Mining Application systems ?

矿用电缆, 采煤机电缆, 拖曳电缆, 橡套电缆, 中压柔性电缆, 煤矿电缆, 隧道掘进机电缆, горнодобывающий кабель, шахтный кабель, гибкий кабель для шахт, кабель для угольных комбайнов, тянущийся кабель PROTOLON cable, PROTOMONT cable, OPTOFLEX mining cable, CORDAFLEX scraper cable, SUPROMONT power feeder cable, NTMCGCWÖU cable, NTSCGEWÖU cable, NTSCGCEWÖU cable, NSSHÖU cable, NSHÖU mining cable, NSSHCGEÖU coal cutter cable, NSHTÖU scraper cable, NYHSSYCY feeder cable, N3GHSSYCY rubber cable, NTSKGCFCWÖU festoon cable, NTMHWÖU lift cable, ZYSLGCGÖU MSR cable

PROTOLON (M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU LWL 6/10KV is a highly specialized medium voltage (MV) reeling cable engineered for the demanding conditions of open-cast mining and tunneling operations. This cable integrates fiber-optic elements for simultaneous power transmission and high-speed data communication, making it essential for modern automated mining equipment including excavators, dumpers, and mobile crushers.

Technical Department

on17/12/2025

What is PROTOLON (M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU LWL 6/10KV Mining & Tunneling MV Reeling Cable?

PROTOLON (M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU LWL 6/10KV is a highly specialized medium voltage (MV) reeling cable engineered for the demanding conditions of open-cast mining and tunneling operations. This cable integrates fiber-optic elements for simultaneous power transmission and high-speed data communication, making it essential for modern automated mining equipment including excavators, dumpers, and mobile crushers.

PROTOLON(M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU represents a sophisticated class of medium voltage flexible reeling cables specifically engineered for the most demanding applications in open-cast mining and material handling operations. These cables are designed to power large mobile equipment including excavators, dumpers, mobile crushers, and bucket-wheel excavators under extreme mechanical stresses. This comprehensive technical guide examines the construction, specifications, standards compliance, applications, and operational characteristics of this specialized cable system manufactured by Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd.

Technical Department

on24/11/2025

PROTOLON(M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU 6 kV – 35 kV: The Ultimate Flexible MV Reeling Cable for Heavy Mining Equipment

ROTOLON(M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU cable designation follows the standardized German nomenclature system established under DIN VDE 0250 Part 813, which specifically addresses medium voltage reeling cables for mining and heavy industrial applications. The designation breaks down as follows: (N) – Indicates the presence of a concentric conductor arrangement with integrated earth conductors T – Tinned copper conductors for enhanced corrosion resistance S – Semiconductive screening layers for electric field control C – Cradle separator core arrangement for structural integrity G – EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber) insulation compound E – EPR-based inner sheath W – Anti-torsion woven braid reinforcement O – Oil-resistant outer sheath E – Enhanced elastomer outer sheath material U – Reinforced construction for extreme mechanical loads According to industry specifications from Reeling Cable, these cables are rated for voltage ranges from 3.6/6 kV up to 18/30 kV (with some variants reaching 20/35 kV), making them suitable for a comprehensive range of mining equipment power requirements.

Technical Department

on20/11/2025

What is PROTOLON(M) F(N)TSCGEWOEU Cable?

PROTOLON(M) F(N)TSCGEWOEU represents a premium series of medium voltage trailing cables specifically engineered for demanding industrial applications. These cables feature advanced EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber) insulation technology, delivering exceptional performance in voltage ranges from 3.6/6 kV to 20/35 kV. The PROTOLON compound provides superior electrical insulation properties and mechanical resilience compared to standard EPR formulations.

PROTOLON(M) F(N)TSCGEWOEU 3 kV – 30 kV Medium Voltage Flexible Cables High-Performance EPR-Insulated Trailing Cables for Semiflexible Installation in Mining, Material Handling, and Industrial Applications

Technical Department

on20/11/2025

PROTOLON(M) F(N)TSCGEWOEU 3 kV – 30 kV Medium Voltage Flexible Cables

PROTOLON(M) F(N)TSCGEWOEU series represents a specialized family of medium voltage flexible cables designed for demanding industrial environments where conventional fixed installation cables prove inadequate. These cables are engineered specifically for semiflexible installation applications, combining the durability required for mobile equipment with the electrical performance characteristics essential for medium voltage power distribution systems operating between 3 kV and 30 kV. According to the International Electrotechnical Commission, medium voltage cables are critical components in power distribution systems, with IEC 60502-2 establishing comprehensive requirements for cables rated from 6 kV (Um = 7.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV), ensuring rigorous safety and performance standards across diverse industrial applications. The PROTOLON(M) F(N)TSCGEWOEU cable series is engineered to meet and exceed these stringent international requirements while addressing the specific mechanical demands of mobile and reeling applications.

PROTOLON(M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU FO represents a sophisticated engineering solution that combines medium voltage power transmission with integrated fiber-optic communication capabilities in a single cable design. This innovative reeling cable is specifically engineered for demanding industrial applications where large mobile equipment requires simultaneous electrical power supply and high-speed data transmission under extreme mechanical stress conditions. The cable is manufactured according to the stringent requirements of DIN VDE 0250-813 standard, which is recognized globally as the definitive specification for flexible trailing cables used in heavy industrial applications.

Technical Department

on20/11/2025

What is PROTOLON(M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU FO 6 kV – 35 kV Medium Voltage Reeling Cable with Integrated Fiber-Optics?

PROTOLON(M) R-(N)TSCGEWOEU FO represents a sophisticated engineering solution that combines medium voltage power transmission with integrated fiber-optic communication capabilities in a single cable design. This innovative reeling cable is specifically engineered for demanding industrial applications where large mobile equipment requires simultaneous electrical power supply and high-speed data transmission under extreme mechanical stress conditions. The cable is manufactured according to the stringent requirements of DIN VDE 0250-813 standard, which is recognized globally as the definitive specification for flexible trailing cables used in heavy industrial applications.