What are Crane Cables?

YSLTOE-J, (N)SHTOU, PUR-HF, NGFLGÖU, NGFLCGÖU, (N)TSCGEWÖU, (N)TSKCGEWÖU, R-(N)TSCGEWÖU+FO, (H)07RC4N8-F, YSLTOE, NSHTOU, Festoon, Reeling – Heavy-Duty Crane & Hoist Cables | 重載起重機和卷揚機電纜

Crane cables represent a specialized category of heavy-duty flexible cables designed to power and control cranes, hoists, festoons, conveyors, and gantries. Used extensively across heavy industry including mining, marine ports, steel mills, and container terminals, these cables must be exceptionally robust and capable of handling both torsional (twisting) and tensile (pulling) stresses simultaneously. Unlike standard industrial cables, crane cables experience constant reeling, unreeling, and multi-directional movement, requiring specialized constructions with reinforced components and premium materials.
Crane cables represent a specialized category of heavy-duty flexible cables designed to power and control cranes, hoists, festoons, conveyors, and gantries. Used extensively across heavy industry including mining, marine ports, steel mills, and container terminals, these cables must be exceptionally robust and capable of handling both torsional (twisting) and tensile (pulling) stresses simultaneously. Unlike standard industrial cables, crane cables experience constant reeling, unreeling, and multi-directional movement, requiring specialized constructions with reinforced components and premium materials.
Crane Cables – Festoon, Reeling, Hoist Complete Technical Guide | Anhui Feichun Special Cable

What are Crane Cables?

¿Qué son los Cables para Grúas?
何謂起重機電纜?

YSLTOE, NSHTOU, Festoon, Reeling – Heavy-Duty Crane & Hoist Cables | 重載起重機和卷揚機電纜

Spreader Cable Festoon Cable Reeling Cable PUR Sheath MV Anti-Twist
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Crane Cable Overview | Descripción General | 概述

Crane cables represent a specialized category of heavy-duty flexible cables designed to power and control cranes, hoists, festoons, conveyors, and gantries. Used extensively across heavy industry including mining, marine ports, steel mills, and container terminals, these cables must be exceptionally robust and capable of handling both torsional (twisting) and tensile (pulling) stresses simultaneously. Unlike standard industrial cables, crane cables experience constant reeling, unreeling, and multi-directional movement, requiring specialized constructions with reinforced components and premium materials.

ESLos cables para grúas representan una categoría especializada de cables flexibles de servicio pesado diseñados para alimentar y controlar grúas, polipastos, festones, transportadores y pórticos. Utilizados extensamente en la industria pesada, estos cables deben ser excepcionalmente robustos.

繁中起重機電纜代表一類專門的重載柔性電纜,設計用於為起重機、卷揚機、滑觸線、輸送機和門式起重機供電和控制。這些電纜廣泛用於重工業,包括採礦、海港、鋼廠和集裝箱碼頭,必須非常堅固,能夠同時承受扭轉(扭曲)和拉伸(拉動)應力。與標準工業電纜不同,起重機電纜經歷持續的收放和多方向運動,需要採用加強組件和優質材料的專門結構。【說明:起重機電纜的核心挑戰在於它們必須在承受巨大張力的同時保持柔性,並且能抵抗反覆扭轉而不損壞導體或屏蔽層】

Crane cables are typically manufactured with robust rubber or polyurethane (PUR) outer sheathing to provide protection against constant mechanical stress, oils, greases, and environmental exposure. The cables are UV resistant for outdoor applications such as tower cranes and port loading gantries. EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) screening is essential as these cables often operate near high-power motors and variable frequency drives, requiring protection from electromagnetic interference. Operating temperature range is typically -40°C to +70°C, with specialized versions available for extreme conditions.

ESLos cables para grúas se fabrican típicamente con cubiertas exteriores robustas de caucho o poliuretano (PUR) para proporcionar protección contra el estrés mecánico constante, aceites, grasas y exposición ambiental.

繁中起重機電纜通常採用堅固的橡膠或聚氨酯(PUR)外護套製造,以提供對持續機械應力、油脂和環境暴露的保護。電纜具有抗紫外線性能,適用於塔式起重機和港口裝卸門式起重機等戶外應用。EMC(電磁兼容性)屏蔽至關重要,因為這些電纜通常在大功率電機和變頻驅動器附近運行,需要防護電磁干擾。工作溫度範圍通常為 -40°C 至 +70°C,極端條件下有專門版本可用。【說明:PUR(聚氨酯)護套比傳統 PVC 具有更好的耐磨性、耐油性和低溫柔性,是現代起重機電纜的首選材料】

Spreader 吊具
YSLTOE, PUR-HF Spreader

Container handling
集裝箱吊運

Festoon 滑觸線
NGFLGÖU, PUR-C-HF EMC

Sliding power supply
滑動供電

Reeling 卷筒
NSHTOU, R-NTSCGEWÖU

Drum winding
卷筒纏繞

Hoist 卷揚
PUR-HF Lift, H07RC4N8-F

Elevator/Lift trailing
電梯拖曳

Tensile Stress 拉伸應力
Caused by the cable’s own weight during vertical drops and the load suspended. Crane cables use reinforced conductors (Class 5/6) and central strength members (steel or aramid) to resist elongation. Critical for spreader and lift trailing applications where cables may span 50+ metres vertically.

由電纜自重和懸掛負載引起。起重機電纜使用加強導體和中央承力元件(鋼或芳綸)來抵抗伸長。對於電纜可能垂直跨越50米以上的吊具和升降機拖曳應用至關重要。

Torsional Stress 扭轉應力
Caused by the cable twisting during reeling/unreeling and equipment rotation. Anti-torsion braid (ATB) construction prevents kinking and conductor damage. Essential for drum reeling applications on draglines and port cranes where cables wind/unwind thousands of times per day.

由電纜在收放和設備旋轉過程中的扭轉引起。抗扭編織(ATB)結構防止扭結和導體損壞。對於拖線挖掘機和港口起重機的卷筒應用至關重要,這些電纜每天收放數千次。

Voltage Range | 電壓範圍
300V-30kV
LV to MV applications
Temperature | 溫度
-40 to +70°C
PUR flexible range
Flex Cycles | 彎曲次數
>10M
Million cycles
Conductor | 導體
Class 5/6
Extra flexible
Sheath | 護套
PUR/PCP
Heavy-duty
UV Resist | 抗紫外線
Yes
Outdoor rated
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Low Voltage Crane Cables (300/500V – 0.6/1kV) | 低壓起重機電纜

Low voltage crane cables form the backbone of crane power distribution, providing flexible connections to spreaders, hoists, festoons, and control systems. The YSLTOE-J is the most widely specified spreader cable for container handling, while the (N)SHTOU series provides heavy-duty drum winding capability with PUR sheathing for enhanced durability. The PUR-HF series represents the latest generation of halogen-free crane cables with exceptional flexibility and fire safety characteristics.

ESLos cables de grúa de baja tensión forman la columna vertebral de la distribución de energía de grúas, proporcionando conexiones flexibles a esparcidores, polipastos, festones y sistemas de control.

繁中低壓起重機電纜構成起重機配電的骨幹,為吊具、卷揚機、滑觸線和控制系統提供柔性連接。YSLTOE-J 是集裝箱裝卸最廣泛指定的吊具電纜,而 (N)SHTOU 系列提供重載卷筒纏繞能力,採用 PUR 護套以增強耐久性。PUR-HF 系列代表最新一代無鹵素起重機電纜,具有出色的柔性和防火安全特性。【說明:YSLTOE 中的 “TOE” 表示適用於扭轉和彎曲應力的特殊結構設計】

YSLTOE-J 300/500V
YSLTOE-J 吊具電纜
VDE 0250 / EN 50214
Spreader 吊具
Classic spreader cable for gravity-fed collector buckets and container handling equipment. Steel wire reinforced for high tensile loads. The industry standard for port crane spreaders worldwide.
Voltage 電壓300/500V
Temperature 溫度-25°C to +70°C
Sheath 護套PVC Special
Tensile 抗拉Steel reinforced
(N)SHTOU-O/J PUR 0.6/1kV
(N)SHTOU 卷筒電纜
VDE 0250
Reeling 卷筒 PUR Sheath
Heavy-duty drum winding cable with polyurethane sheath for exceptional abrasion and oil resistance. Available in standard (O) and with earth core (J) variants. Enhanced tensile strength versions available.
Voltage 電壓0.6/1kV
Temperature 溫度-40°C to +70°C
Sheath 護套PUR (Polyurethane)
Oil Resist 耐油Excellent 優異
(H)07RC4N8-F
(H)07RC4N8-F 升降機電纜
EN 50214
Lift Trailing 升降拖曳
Specialized lift and elevator trailing cable with enhanced flexibility for continuous vertical travel. Water-blocked construction for submersible pump applications. Suitable for temporary immersion.
Voltage 電壓450/750V
Temperature 溫度-25°C to +70°C
Submersible 可潛水Temporary 臨時
Flex Cycles 彎曲>5 million

PUR-HF Crane Cable Series | PUR-HF 起重機電纜系列

The PUR-HF (Polyurethane Halogen-Free) series represents state-of-the-art crane cable technology. These cables combine the exceptional mechanical properties of polyurethane with halogen-free fire safety, making them ideal for enclosed spaces, tunnels, and public areas where smoke and toxic fume emission must be minimized. Each variant is optimized for its specific application within the crane system.

繁中PUR-HF(聚氨酯無鹵素)系列代表最先進的起重機電纜技術。這些電纜將聚氨酯的出色機械性能與無鹵素防火安全相結合,使其成為封閉空間、隧道和公共區域的理想選擇,這些地方必須將煙霧和有毒煙氣排放降至最低。

Cable Type 電纜類型Voltage 電壓Application 應用Screen 屏蔽Special Features 特殊功能Typical Use 典型用途
PUR-HF Lift Trailing300/500VElevator/Lift trailing 電梯拖曳Optional 可選High flex, vertical travel 高柔性垂直行程Passenger/Freight lifts 客貨電梯
PUR-HF Trommel300/500VDrum/Trommel reeling 卷筒纏繞Optional 可選Torsion resistant 抗扭轉Rotating drums 旋轉卷筒
PUR-HF Festoon Chain300/500VFestoon systems 滑觸線系統None 無Chain guide compatible 鏈條導軌兼容Overhead cranes 橋式起重機
PUR-HF Spreader Reel300/500VContainer spreaders 集裝箱吊具Optional 可選High tensile strength 高抗拉強度STS/RTG cranes STS/RTG起重機
PUR-C-HF EMC Festoon300/500VEMC-critical festoon EMC關鍵滑觸線Cu Braid 銅編織Full EMC screening 完全EMC屏蔽VFD crane systems 變頻起重機系統
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Flat Festoon Cables | 扁平滑觸線電纜

Flat festoon cables are specialized for festoon systems where the cable travels along a track or trolley. Their flat profile allows smooth movement through festoon carriers and prevents tangling. The NGFLGÖU features a galvanised steel wire core for enhanced tensile strength, while NGFLCGÖU adds copper screening for EMC protection. These cables are essential for overhead bridge cranes and gantry systems where reliable horizontal travel is required.

ESLos cables festón planos están especializados para sistemas de festón donde el cable viaja a lo largo de una pista o carro. Su perfil plano permite un movimiento suave a través de los portadores de festón.

繁中扁平滑觸線電纜專門用於電纜沿軌道或小車行進的滑觸線系統。其扁平外形允許通過滑觸線載體平穩移動並防止纏繞。NGFLGÖU 具有鍍鋅鋼絲芯以增強抗拉強度,而 NGFLCGÖU 增加了銅屏蔽以提供 EMC 保護。這些電纜對於需要可靠水平行程的橋式起重機和門式起重機系統至關重要。【說明:扁平電纜的關鍵優勢在於其能夠在滑觸線載體中平滑滑動,而圓形電纜可能會卡住或纏繞】

NGFLGÖU Flat Wire Festoon
NGFLGÖU 扁平鋼絲滑觸線電纜
VDE 0250
Flat Festoon 扁平滑觸線
Flat festoon cable with galvanised steel wire reinforcement for high tensile loads. Designed for festoon carrier systems on bridge and gantry cranes. Oil and UV resistant sheath.
Voltage 電壓0.6/1kV
Shape 形狀Flat 扁平
Tensile 抗拉Steel wire core
Screen 屏蔽None 無
NGFLCGÖU Flat Festoon
NGFLCGÖU 扁平屏蔽滑觸線電纜
VDE 0250
Flat Festoon 扁平滑觸線 EMC Screened EMC屏蔽
EMC-screened version of flat festoon cable with copper braid screening over galvanised steel wire core. For VFD-controlled crane systems requiring electromagnetic compatibility.
Voltage 電壓0.6/1kV
Shape 形狀Flat 扁平
Screen 屏蔽Cu Braid 銅編織
EMC 電磁兼容Full protection
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Medium Voltage Crane & Reeling Cables | 中壓起重機和卷筒電纜

Medium voltage crane cables are essential for large-scale material handling equipment such as ship-to-shore (STS) cranes, rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) cranes, and mining draglines. The (N)TSCGEWÖU series provides reeling capability from 3.6/6kV up to 18/30kV with protective earth conductors and anti-torsion braid (ATB). The R-(N)TSCGEWÖU + FO variant integrates fiber optics for data transmission alongside power, enabling advanced crane automation and remote monitoring capabilities.

ESLos cables de grúa de media tensión son esenciales para equipos de manejo de materiales a gran escala como grúas de barco a tierra (STS), grúas pórtico sobre neumáticos (RTG) y dragalinas mineras.

繁中中壓起重機電纜對於大型物料搬運設備至關重要,如岸橋(STS)起重機、輪胎式門式起重機(RTG)和採礦拖線挖掘機。(N)TSCGEWÖU 系列提供從 3.6/6kV 到 18/30kV 的卷筒能力,具有保護接地導體和抗扭編織(ATB)。R-(N)TSCGEWÖU + FO 變體將光纖與電力集成,實現數據傳輸,支持先進的起重機自動化和遠程監控功能。【說明:抗扭編織(ATB)是中壓卷筒電纜的關鍵特性,它防止電纜在收放過程中扭結,這對於每天收放數千次的港口起重機至關重要】

Cable Type 電纜類型Voltage Range 電壓範圍ATB 抗扭編織Fiber Optics 光纖Screen 屏蔽Application 應用
(N)TSKCGEWÖU3.6/6kV to 12/20kVStandard 標準No 無Individual 單芯General MV reeling 通用中壓卷筒
(N)TSCGEWÖU 3.6/6kV3.6/6kVEnhanced 增強Optional 可選Individual 單芯6kV crane reeling 6kV起重機卷筒
(N)TSCGEWÖU 6/10kV6/10kVEnhanced 增強Optional 可選Individual 單芯10kV crane reeling 10kV起重機卷筒
(N)TSCGEWÖU 8.7/15kV8.7/15kVEnhanced 增強Optional 可選Individual 單芯15kV large crane 15kV大型起重機
(N)TSCGEWÖU 12/20kV12/20kVEnhanced 增強Optional 可選Individual 單芯20kV STS crane 20kV岸橋
(N)TSCGEWÖU 18/30kV18/30kVEnhanced 增強Optional 可選Individual 單芯30kV mega crane 30kV超大型起重機
Fiber Optic Integrated Cables 光纖集成電纜
R-(N)TSCGEWÖU + FO 3.6/6kV3.6/6kVEnhanced 增強Yes 有Individual 單芯Smart crane 6kV 智能起重機6kV
R-(N)TSCGEWÖU + FO 6/10kV6/10kVEnhanced 增強Yes 有Individual 單芯Automated STS 自動化岸橋
R-(N)TSCGEWÖU + FO 12/20kV12/20kVEnhanced 增強Yes 有Individual 單芯Automated mega crane 自動化超大型起重機

R- prefix indicates reduced outer diameter design for improved flexibility. FO indicates integrated fiber optic elements for data transmission. | R- 前綴表示減小外徑設計以提高柔性。FO 表示集成光纖元件用於數據傳輸。

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Complete Crane Cable Comparison | 完整起重機電纜對比

Cable Type 電纜類型Voltage 電壓Application 應用Sheath 護套Tensile 抗拉Screen 屏蔽Halogen-Free 無鹵Key Feature 關鍵特性
Spreader & Container Handling Cables 吊具和集裝箱搬運電纜
YSLTOE-J300/500VSpreader 吊具PVC SpecialSteel coreNoneNoIndustry standard spreader 行業標準吊具電纜
PUR-HF Spreader Reel300/500VSpreader 吊具PUREnhancedOptionalYesFire-safe spreader 防火吊具電纜
Reeling & Drum Winding Cables 卷筒和卷揚電纜
(N)SHTOU-O PUR0.6/1kVDrum reeling 卷筒PURStandardNoneNoStandard drum cable 標準卷筒電纜
(N)SHTOU-J PUR0.6/1kVDrum reeling 卷筒PURStandardNoneNoWith earth core 帶接地芯
PUR-HF Trommel300/500VTrommel/Drum 卷筒PUREnhancedOptionalYesFire-safe drum 防火卷筒電纜
Festoon & Travelling Cables 滑觸線和行走電纜
NGFLGÖU0.6/1kVFlat festoon 扁平滑觸線RubberSteel wireNoneNoFlat unscreened 扁平無屏蔽
NGFLCGÖU0.6/1kVFlat festoon 扁平滑觸線RubberSteel wireCu BraidNoFlat EMC screened 扁平EMC屏蔽
PUR-HF Festoon Chain300/500VChain festoon 鏈式滑觸線PURStandardNoneYesChain guide compatible 鏈條導軌兼容
PUR-C-HF EMC Festoon300/500VEMC festoon EMC滑觸線PURStandardCu BraidYesFull EMC protection 完全EMC保護
Lift & Elevator Cables 升降機和電梯電纜
(H)07RC4N8-F450/750VLift trailing 升降拖曳RubberStandardOptionalNoSubmersible option 可潛水選項
PUR-HF Lift Trailing300/500VLift trailing 升降拖曳PUREnhancedOptionalYesFire-safe lift 防火電梯電纜
Medium Voltage Crane Cables 中壓起重機電纜
(N)TSKCGEWÖU3.6/6kV-12/20kVMV reeling 中壓卷筒RubberATBIndividualOptionalStandard MV crane 標準中壓起重機
(N)TSCGEWÖU3.6/6kV-18/30kVMV reeling 中壓卷筒RubberEnhanced ATBIndividualOptionalEnhanced ATB 增強抗扭
R-(N)TSCGEWÖU + FO3.6/6kV-12/20kVSmart crane 智能起重機RubberEnhanced ATBIndividualOptionalFiber optic integrated 光纖集成
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Applications | Aplicaciones | 應用場景

Crane cables serve critical roles across heavy industry wherever material handling equipment requires flexible, reliable power connections. From container ports handling millions of TEUs annually to steel mills with continuous casting operations, these cables must deliver uninterrupted power in demanding 24/7 operational environments. The choice of cable depends on the specific mechanical stresses (tensile, torsional, or both), voltage requirements, environmental conditions (temperature, oil exposure, UV), and any special requirements such as EMC screening or halogen-free fire safety.

ESLos cables para grúas desempeñan roles críticos en la industria pesada donde los equipos de manejo de materiales requieren conexiones de energía flexibles y confiables.

繁中起重機電纜在重工業中發揮關鍵作用,凡是物料搬運設備需要柔性、可靠電源連接的地方都需要它們。從每年處理數百萬 TEU 的集裝箱港口到連續鑄造作業的鋼廠,這些電纜必須在苛刻的全天候運營環境中提供不間斷電力。電纜的選擇取決於特定的機械應力(拉伸、扭轉或兩者兼有)、電壓要求、環境條件(溫度、油暴露、紫外線)以及任何特殊要求,如 EMC 屏蔽或無鹵素防火安全。

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Tower Cranes
塔式起重機
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STS Cranes
岸橋
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RTG Cranes
輪胎吊
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Overhead Cranes
橋式起重機
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Mining Draglines
拖線挖掘機
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Gantry Cranes
門式起重機
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Elevators/Lifts
電梯
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Steel Mills
鋼廠
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Conveyors
輸送機
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Hoists
卷揚機
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Technical References | Referencias Técnicas | 技術參考資料

Standards Organizations | 標準組織
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VDE – Association for Electrical Engineering
VDE 0250 flexible cable standards, crane cable specifications | 德國電氣工程協會柔性電纜標準
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IEC – International Electrotechnical Commission
IEC 60332 fire tests, IEC 60228 conductors, IEC 60502 power cables | 國際電工委員會防火和導體標準
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CENELEC – European Electrotechnical Standardization
EN 50214 crane cable harmonised standards | 歐洲電工標準化起重機電纜協調標準
Industry Resources | 行業資源
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Cranes Today Magazine
Crane industry news and technical articles | 起重機行業新聞和技術文章
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Liebherr – Crane Manufacturer
Major crane manufacturer technical resources | 主要起重機製造商技術資源
Testing & Certification | 測試與認證
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BASEC – British Approvals Service for Cables
Independent cable testing and certification | 英國電纜批准服務機構
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KEMA Labs
Medium voltage cable type testing | 中壓電纜型式試驗
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Contact Us | Contáctenos | 聯繫我們

For technical inquiries, quotations, and specifications for crane cables including YSLTOE, NSHTOU, PUR-HF festoon cables, and medium voltage NTSCGEWÖU reeling cables for port cranes, overhead cranes, and material handling applications, please contact our engineering and sales teams. We offer comprehensive crane cable solutions manufactured to VDE, EN, and IEC standards.

ESPara consultas técnicas, cotizaciones y especificaciones de cables para grúas incluyendo YSLTOE, NSHTOU, cables festón PUR-HF y cables de enrollamiento NTSCGEWÖU de media tensión, contacte a nuestros equipos.

繁中如需起重機電纜(包括 YSLTOE、NSHTOU、PUR-HF 滑觸線電纜和中壓 NTSCGEWÖU 卷筒電纜)的技術諮詢、報價和規格說明,以滿足港口起重機、橋式起重機和物料搬運應用,請聯繫我們的工程和銷售團隊。我們提供按 VDE、EN 和 IEC 標準製造的全面起重機電纜解決方案。

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