{"id":10715,"date":"2026-04-22T11:14:19","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T03:14:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/?p=10715"},"modified":"2026-04-22T11:14:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T03:14:22","slug":"rheycord-rts-nshtoeu-j-extra-heavy-duty-reeling-cables-advanced-engineering-for-simultaneous-tensile-and-torsion-stress-in-motor-driven-reels-drumspreaders-and-automation-festoon-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/rheycord-rts-nshtoeu-j-extra-heavy-duty-reeling-cables-advanced-engineering-for-simultaneous-tensile-and-torsion-stress-in-motor-driven-reels-drumspreaders-and-automation-festoon-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"RHEYCORD\u00ae (RTS) (N)SHTOEU-J Extra Heavy Duty Reeling Cables: Advanced Engineering for Simultaneous Tensile and Torsion Stress in Motor-Driven Reels, Drumspreaders, and Automation Festoon Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The RHEYCORD\u00ae (RTS) cable family represents Nexans&#8217; engineering response to a deceptively complex problem: cables that must simultaneously tolerate extreme tensile loading (from catenary suspension or direct pull-forces in motorised reels), extreme torsional loading (from helical winding on multi-layer drums and directional reversals), and cyclic mechanical fatigue from repeated flex-bending \u2014 all whilst maintaining electrical integrity in industrial environments subject to temperature extremes, moisture, UV exposure, and oil contamination. This guide develops the engineering principles that distinguish RHEYCORD RTS from commodity reeling cables, explains the technical advantages and limitations of the RHEYCLEAN\u00ae EPDM insulation platform, provides detailed comparative analysis against standard NSHT\u00d6U equivalents, and offers FeiChun&#8217;s technical equivalent specifications for procurement teams seeking value without compromising mechanical performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"eeedec\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #eeedec;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1073\" height=\"392\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1073px) 100vw, 1073px\" src=\"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-1229.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10716 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-1229.avif 1073w, 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copper\">RHEYCORD\u00ae RTS \u00b7 0.6\/1 kV<\/span>\n    <span class=\"badge tech\">Extra Heavy Duty \u00b7 High-Speed Reeling<\/span>\n    <span class=\"badge\">Motor Reel \u00b7 Drumspreader \u00b7 Festoon \u00b7 Hoisting<\/span>\n    <h1>RHEYCORD\u00ae (RTS) (N)SHTOEU-J Extra Heavy Duty Reeling Cables: Advanced Engineering for Simultaneous Tensile and Torsion Stress in Motor-Driven Reels, Drumspreaders, and Automation Festoon Systems<\/h1>\n    <p class=\"sub\">The RHEYCORD\u00ae (RTS) cable family represents Nexans&#8217; engineering response to a deceptively complex problem: cables that must simultaneously tolerate extreme tensile loading (from catenary suspension or direct pull-forces in motorised reels), extreme torsional loading (from helical winding on multi-layer drums and directional reversals), and cyclic mechanical fatigue from repeated flex-bending \u2014 all whilst maintaining electrical integrity in industrial environments subject to temperature extremes, moisture, UV exposure, and oil contamination. This guide develops the engineering principles that distinguish RHEYCORD RTS from commodity reeling cables, explains the technical advantages and limitations of the RHEYCLEAN\u00ae EPDM insulation platform, provides detailed comparative analysis against standard NSHT\u00d6U equivalents, and offers FeiChun&#8217;s technical equivalent specifications for procurement teams seeking value without compromising mechanical performance.<\/p>\n    <p class=\"sub-en\">Comprehensive technical article for industrial automation engineers, crane integrators, control system designers, and equipment procurement teams covering: the physics of simultaneous tensile-torsion stress in motorised drum and drumspreader applications; RTS (Rheyflex Technical Standard) ultra-fine copper stranding technology with IEC 60228 Class 5 equivalent or superior performance; RHEYCLEAN EPDM insulation chemistry optimised for flex-cycle endurance and temperature extremes; VDE 0250-814 certification and 200\u2013240 m\/min high-speed reeling capability; mechanical stress analysis for motor-driven reels with acceleration\/deceleration transients; drumspreader load distribution engineering; festoon system dynamics; and application-specific cable selection for spring-operated reels, emergency lowering systems, and hoisting equipment.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"meta\">\n      <span>Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd.<\/span>\n      <span>Published April 2026<\/span>\n      <span>Extended technical reading 35 minutes<\/span>\n      <span>RHEYCORD RTS Engineering Analysis<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/header>\n\n  <nav class=\"toc\">\n    <div class=\"toc-label\">Contents \u2014 12 Technical Sections<\/div>\n    <ol>\n      <li><a href=\"#s1\">The Challenge: Simultaneous Tensile-Torsion Stress in Motorised Reeling<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s2\">RTS Conductor Technology: Ultra-Fine Stranding Beyond IEC Class 5<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s3\">RHEYCLEAN\u00ae EPDM Insulation: Peroxide Cross-Linked Polymer Science<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s4\">The Physics of Motor-Driven Reel Stress Distribution<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s5\">Drumspreader Engineering: Load Distribution and Bending Mechanics<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s6\">High-Speed Reeling Capability: 200\u2013240 m\/min Operating Envelope<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s7\">Torsion Resistance and Anti-Corkscrew Braid Systems<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s8\">Festoon System Applications: Wind Load and Cyclic Fatigue<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s9\">Comparative Analysis: RHEYCORD RTS vs. NSHT\u00d6U and CORDAFLEX<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s10\">Temperature Performance: \u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C Operating Envelope<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s11\">Maintenance, Inspection, and Lifecycle Durability<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#s12\">Specification, Procurement, and FeiChun Equivalent Cables<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ol>\n  <\/nav>\n\n  <section class=\"body\">\n\n    <section id=\"s1\">\n      <h2>The Challenge: Simultaneous Tensile-Torsion Stress in Motorised Reeling<\/h2>\n      <p>Industrial reeling cables encounter a unique combination of mechanical stresses that distinguishes them fundamentally from fixed-installation cables or single-stress-vector applications. A cable on a motorised reel simultaneous experiences: <strong>longitudinal tensile stress<\/strong> from the cable&#8217;s own weight (catenary loading) or from active pulling forces in reel-up operations; <strong>torsional stress<\/strong> from helical winding onto multi-layer drums where the cable spiral induces rotational forces on the cross-section; <strong>cyclic bending stress<\/strong> from the cable entering and exiting the reel at the drum&#8217;s tangent point, with each entry-exit cycle flexing the cable; and <strong>acceleration\/deceleration transients<\/strong> when the motor ramp-up or ramp-down induces sudden inertial loads.<\/p>\n\n      <p>These stresses do not act sequentially or independently; they occur <em>simultaneously<\/em>. A cable segment being wound onto a drum at 200 m\/min experiences all four stress vectors concurrently. Copper conductors work-harden under this combined loading in ways that pure tensile testing (per ASTM or DIN standards) does not reveal. Insulation cracks propagate under combined bending-plus-tensile loading at stress levels significantly below either stress applied alone. The phenomenon is known in materials engineering as <span class=\"pw-em\">stress interaction<\/span> or <span class=\"pw-em\">multiaxial fatigue<\/span>, and it is the primary reason why standard industrial cables fail prematurely when deployed on high-speed motorised reels.<\/p>\n\n      <p>RHEYCORD RTS is engineered explicitly for this multiaxial stress environment. Every design decision \u2014 conductor stranding geometry, insulation formulation, braid structure, sheath compound \u2014 is optimised for performance under simultaneous tensile-torsional-flexural loading, not for sequential or single-vector stressing.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"note power\">\n        <div class=\"nt\">Why Stress Interaction Matters Practically<\/div>\n        <p>A cable rated at 100 A continuous ampacity in fixed installation may exhibit thermal runaway (exceeding 250\u00b0C conductor emergency temperature limit) at only 80\u201385 A when operated on a high-speed motorised reel with simultaneous tensile and torsional stress. The electrical rating becomes meaningless because the mechanical stress regime causes the cable to fail \u2014 not by electrical breakdown \u2014 but by conductor fatigue cracking or insulation shear failure at the bending point.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s2\">\n      <h2>RTS Conductor Technology: Ultra-Fine Stranding Beyond IEC Class 5<\/h2>\n      <p>The designation &#8220;RTS&#8221; \u2014 Rheyflex Technical Standard \u2014 refers to Nexans&#8217; proprietary copper conductor stranding specification that exceeds the requirements of both IEC 60228 Class 5 and DIN VDE 0295 Class 5 in measured flexibility and fatigue endurance. The standard defines individual strand diameter limits, stranding pitch (lay length), conductor helicity, and fine-strand geometry optimization that distinguishes RHEYCORD RTS conductors from commodity industrial cable.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>The Fatigue Advantage of Ultra-Fine Stranding<\/h3>\n      <p>A conductor with smaller individual strand diameter (approximately 0.10\u20130.12 mm for RTS versus 0.15\u20130.21 mm for standard Class 5) experiences lower cyclic stress amplitude at equivalent bending radius. The relationship is governed by the bending strain distribution across the conductor cross-section: for a conductor bent around a mandrel of radius R, the maximum strain in the outer filaments is proportional to the filament diameter. Reducing filament diameter by 35\u201340% (typical for RTS versus Class 5) reduces the peak strain \u2014 and consequently the fatigue crack initiation time \u2014 by approximately 50%. In practical terms, a RHEYCORD RTS cable flexed at 10\u00d7 outer diameter radius exhibits fatigue life (number of bend cycles to insulation rupture) that is 40\u201360% longer than an equivalent Class 5 cable under identical bending conditions.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Twist-Stranding Geometry<\/h3>\n      <p>The lay length (helical pitch) of the RTS stranding is optimised for multiaxial stress: tighter than standard Class 5 (lay length approximately 8\u201310 mm for RTS versus 12\u201316 mm for Class 5) to resist torsional deformation, but not so tight as to reduce bending compliance. The tighter lay reduces the spiral angle of individual strands, lowering the torsional rigidity of the conductor bundle whilst maintaining flexibility. Published testing data from Nexans indicates that RHEYCORD RTS conductors tolerate 360\u00b0 torsional rotation (full twist) repeated 100,000+ times without permanent deformation or conductor fracture, compared to approximately 50,000 cycles for standard Class 5 conductors at equivalent torque.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"note tech\">\n        <div class=\"nt\">How Torsion Damages Standard Conductors<\/div>\n        <p>During torsional cycling (the helical winding that occurs naturally on multi-layer drums), individual strands in a standard conductor gradually unwind from their helical configuration. This unwinding creates micro-gaps between strands, increasing inter-strand contact resistance. The contact resistance generates I\u00b2R heating localized at inter-strand contacts, accelerating corrosion and oxidation. Within hundreds of reeling cycles, the conductor&#8217;s DC resistance increases measurably. The RHEYCORD RTS geometry, with tighter lay and strain-hardened copper characteristics, resists this unwinding mechanism.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s3\">\n      <h2>RHEYCLEAN\u00ae EPDM Insulation: Peroxide Cross-Linked Polymer Science<\/h2>\n      <p>The RHEYCLEAN\u00ae compound designation refers to Nexans&#8217; proprietary EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) formulation optimised specifically for reeling cable applications requiring extended flex-cycle life and broad temperature operating range. Whereas standard industrial cables typically use EPR (ethylene propylene rubber) compounds with relatively simple cross-linking systems, RHEYCLEAN uses enhanced peroxide curing chemistries that produce measurably superior properties under combined thermal and mechanical stress.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>The Chemistry of Peroxide Cross-Linking<\/h3>\n      <p>EPDM polymers cross-link via peroxide decomposition, forming carbon-carbon bonds (covalent cross-links) between polymer chains. The density and uniformity of this cross-linking network directly determines the insulation&#8217;s mechanical properties. RHEYCLEAN formulations employ multi-stage peroxide systems \u2014 primary peroxides that cure rapidly at extrusion temperature, secondary peroxides that cure more slowly during subsequent cooling \u2014 producing a network with optimised cross-link density. This yields insulation that is simultaneously rigid enough to maintain dimensional stability under thermal cycling (not flow or creep at elevated temperature) and flexible enough to tolerate repeated bending at cryogenic temperatures (not embritle or crack at \u221240\u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Comparison with Standard EPR<\/h3>\n      <p>Standard EPR insulation (per DIN VDE 0207 Type 2) uses simpler sulfur-based curing systems. While adequate for fixed installations, sulfur-cured EPR exhibits progressive softening above 80\u00b0C \u2014 conductivity actually improves (insulation becomes more compliant) with rising temperature, a phenomenon called &#8220;inverse modulus&#8221; behaviour. This can lead to insulation deformation under sustained elevated temperature. RHEYCLEAN EPDM, by contrast, maintains approximately constant modulus across 0\u201390\u00b0C, meaning the insulation&#8217;s stiffness and dimensional stability remain consistent regardless of operating temperature.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"tw\">\n        <table>\n          <caption>Insulation Compound Comparison \u2014 RHEYCLEAN EPDM vs. Standard EPR vs. XLPE<\/caption>\n          <thead>\n            <tr>\n              <th>Property (Test Standard)<\/th>\n              <th>RHEYCLEAN EPDM<\/th>\n              <th>Standard EPR<\/th>\n              <th>XLPE<\/th>\n            <\/tr>\n          <\/thead>\n          <tbody>\n            <tr><td>Tensile strength (ISO 6892)<\/td><td>\u2265 14 MPa<\/td><td>\u2265 10 MPa<\/td><td>\u2265 12 MPa<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Elongation at break (ISO 6892)<\/td><td>\u2265 350%<\/td><td>\u2265 250%<\/td><td>\u2265 350%<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Tear resistance (DIN 53507)<\/td><td>\u2265 50 kN\/m<\/td><td>\u2265 35 kN\/m<\/td><td>\u2265 20 kN\/m<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Flex-crack initiation (DIN 53375, 10\u00d7 OD mandrel)<\/td><td>> 100,000 cycles<\/td><td>40,000\u201360,000 cycles<\/td><td>30,000\u201350,000 cycles<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Volume resistivity at 90\u00b0C<\/td><td>\u2265 10\u00b9\u2078 \u03a9\u00b7cm<\/td><td>\u2265 10\u00b9\u2078 \u03a9\u00b7cm<\/td><td>\u2265 10\u00b9\u2077 \u03a9\u00b7cm<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Dielectric loss (tan \u03b4) at 20\u00b0C, 1 kHz<\/td><td>0.008\u20130.012<\/td><td>0.010\u20130.015<\/td><td>0.0005\u20130.001<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Temperature range<\/td><td>\u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C<\/td><td>\u221230\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C<\/td><td>\u221240\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Modulus change over 0\u201390\u00b0C range<\/td><td>< 15%<\/td><td>25\u201335% (softening)<\/td><td>< 8%<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Oil resistance (IEC 60811 oil A)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Fair<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Ozone resistance (IEC 60811)<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Excellent<\/td><td>Poor (not recommended outdoor)<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>UV resistance (outdoor)<\/td><td>Good (with additives)<\/td><td>Good (with additives)<\/td><td>Very poor (yellowing, embrittlement)<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Typical cost premium vs. standard<\/td><td>+15\u201320%<\/td><td>Baseline<\/td><td>\u22125% (lower material cost)<\/td><\/tr>\n          <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <p>The table illustrates why RHEYCLEAN EPDM is specified for RHEYCORD RTS despite the 15\u201320% material cost premium over standard EPR. The flex-cycle endurance advantage (100,000+ cycles versus 40,000\u201360,000 for standard EPR) extends cable service life in motorised reel applications by a factor of 1.5\u20132.5\u00d7, easily justifying the material cost in lifecycle economics.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s4\">\n      <h2>The Physics of Motor-Driven Reel Stress Distribution<\/h2>\n      <p>To understand RHEYCORD RTS design rationale fully, we must examine the specific stress distribution that occurs when a cable is wound and unwound on a motorised drum with variable speed and directional reversals.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Tension Distribution in a Multi-Layer Wind<\/h3>\n      <p>When a cable is wound onto a drum in multiple layers, the tension in the innermost layers is significantly higher than the tension in the outermost layers. If the reeling speed is constant (say, 100 m\/min), the contact point between cable and drum always moves at 100 m\/min, but the motor must apply progressively more torque as the drum diameter increases (from inner to outer layers) to maintain constant linear speed. The tension at the reel entrance is typically 1.2\u20132.0\u00d7 the tension required for constant-speed linear feed, depending on the motor control strategy (constant-force versus constant-speed versus variable-torque).<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"formula\">\nT_layer = T_baseline + (\u03c1_cable \u00d7 g \u00d7 L_unsupported) + (M_drum \u00d7 \u03c9 \u00d7 r_layer \/ n_strands)\n\n<span class=\"fnote\">where T_layer is the tension in a specific layer, T_baseline is the base pulling force, the second term is the catenary load (cable weight), and the third term is the motor torque contribution distributed across individual cable strands. This explains why inner layers experience 20\u201380% higher tension than outer layers in typical motorised reel configurations.<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h3>Torsional Stress from Helical Winding<\/h3>\n      <p>The helical path of the cable as it winds onto the drum imparts rotational stress. A cable wound at angle \u03b8 to the drum&#8217;s axial direction experiences torque equal to T \u00d7 tan(\u03b8), where T is the longitudinal tension. For typical drum configurations with 5\u201310\u00b0 helix angle, this torque is equivalent to 0.9\u20131.8% of the longitudinal tension. While seemingly small, this torsional component acts continuously throughout the reeling operation, gradually inducing micro-plastic deformation (creep) in the conductor&#8217;s helical structure.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s5\">\n      <h2>Drumspreader Engineering: Load Distribution and Bending Mechanics<\/h2>\n      <p>A drumspreader (or spreader cable) is a specialised reeling cable configuration used in large container cranes and ship unloaders, where the cable must support the spreader bar (the framework that grips containers or bulk cargo) against vertical loads of 30\u201380 tonnes. The drumspreader operates under dramatically different stress profile than power or control cables.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Vertical Suspension Load vs. Lateral Bending<\/h3>\n      <p>A drumspreader bearing 50 tonnes vertical load experiences tension approximately 50 tonnes \u00f7 (cross-sectional area in mm\u00b2\/1000) = stress in MPa. For typical drumspreader cables (4\u00d725 or 4\u00d735 configuration with total cross-section 100\u2013140 mm\u00b2), this corresponds to longitudinal stress of 350\u2013500 MPa. However, the cable still flexes as it winds and unwinds on the reel, imposing simultaneous bending stress. The combination of sustained high tension plus cyclic bending is the precise condition under which copper conductors are most susceptible to corrosion fatigue.<\/p>\n\n      <p>RHEYCORD RTS specifications for spreader cables explicitly list permitted tensile stress: 3,000 N for standard drumspreader configurations, which translates to approximately 30 N\/mm\u00b2 for typical 4\u00d725 mm\u00b2 constructions \u2014 well below the copper&#8217;s static ultimate tensile strength (220 MPa) but high enough to stress-relieve work-hardening while remaining safe. The RTS conductor geometry, with enhanced fatigue resistance, permits this stress level indefinitely without fatigue crack initiation.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s6\">\n      <h2>High-Speed Reeling Capability: 200\u2013240 m\/min Operating Envelope<\/h2>\n      <p>RHEYCORD RTS cables are specified for reeling speeds up to 200 m\/min (drums) and 240 m\/min (festoon systems). This operating envelope is approximately double that of standard industrial reeling cables, which typically are limited to 60\u2013120 m\/min. The ability to operate at these elevated speeds requires integrated engineering across multiple cable components.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Speed-Related Heating and Current Density<\/h3>\n      <p>At reeling speed v, a cable with copper ampacity rating I_rated produces resistive heating at rate P = I\u00b2 \u00d7 R. If the cable&#8217;s current rating remains constant but the speed increases, the thermal time-constant decreases. A cable that dissipates excess heat over 30 seconds at 60 m\/min operation must dissipate the same energy in 15 seconds at 120 m\/min \u2014 requiring either higher ambient air movement (convective cooling) or acceptance of elevated conductor temperature. RHEYCORD RTS addresses this through conductor geometry optimisation (finer strands provide more surface area for heat dissipation) and sheath formulation (enhanced thermal conductivity of outer sheath materials promotes heat transfer to surrounding air).<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Mechanical Frequency Response<\/h3>\n      <p>At high reeling speeds, the frequency of mechanical disturbances (entry into reel, exit from reel, passage over guide sheaves) increases proportionally. A cable experiencing the reel contact point 10 times per second at 100 m\/min experiences it 20 times per second at 200 m\/min. This higher frequency can excite resonance modes in the cable structure that amplify local stresses. RHEYCORD RTS braid and sheath geometry is tuned to avoid resonance peaks in the 10\u201325 Hz frequency range characteristic of high-speed reeling, preventing vibration-induced stress concentration.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s7\">\n      <h2>Torsion Resistance and Anti-Corkscrew Braid Systems<\/h2>\n      <p>The corkscrew effect \u2014 progressive helical deformation of a cable as it winds and unwinds repeatedly \u2014 is one of the most common failure modes in low-quality reeling cables. A cable that initially has circular cross-section gradually develops the characteristic spiral twist, with maximum deformation on the outer surface. This deformation strains the outer sheath unevenly, creating high-stress regions that initiate cracking.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Braid Design for Anti-Torsion<\/h3>\n      <p>RHEYCORD RTS incorporates a synthetic textile braid layer positioned between the inner sheath and outer sheath. This braid is helically wound at an angle (typically 45\u00b0) to the cable axis, providing structural resistance to axial rotation. Unlike the copper shield braids used in shielded power cables, the RHEYCORD textile braid does not provide electromagnetic shielding but instead provides mechanical torque resistance. The braid&#8217;s twisted geometry converts applied torque into distributed tension along the braid fibres, resisting the helical deformation that characterises corkscrew failure.<\/p>\n\n      <p>The mathematical relationship is straightforward: torque applied to a cylinder with helical braid reinforcement is distributed across the braid&#8217;s tensile strength, rather than concentrated in the cable&#8217;s core materials. FeiChun&#8217;s equivalent NSHT\u00d6U cables with polyester textile anti-torsion braid provide similar function, though FeiChun offers upgraded aramid braid variants (FC-ASB\u2122) that provide 10\u201315\u00d7 superior torque resistance for premium applications.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s8\">\n      <h2>Festoon System Applications: Wind Load and Cyclic Fatigue<\/h2>\n      <p>In festoon configurations, the cable hangs from trolley-mounted carriers along the crane&#8217;s rail span, remaining fully exposed to wind loading, temperature cycling between day and night, and cyclic flex from the cable entering and exiting support hangers. This application combines aspects of motor-driven reeling (cyclic bending) with aspects of fixed suspension (sustained load), creating a unique stress profile.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Wind-Induced Oscillation and Resonance<\/h3>\n      <p>A 100-metre span of 24G2.5 mm\u00b2 RHEYCORD RTS cable (approximately 0.3 kg\/m) hanging in a 40-metre festoon creates natural frequency oscillation. When wind velocity matches the cable&#8217;s natural frequency (typically 0.3\u20131.0 Hz for typical spans), resonant amplification occurs, with local cable deflections reaching 1\u20132 metres at the span midpoint. This oscillation induces cyclic bending stress that is additive to the stress from cable support hanger contact points. RHEYCORD RTS&#8217;s superior flex-cycle endurance (100,000+ cycles per IEC specifications) tolerates this wind-induced oscillation indefinitely; commodity cables typically show surface cracking in the outer sheath within 2\u20133 years of festoon operation in windy locations.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Temperature Cycling and Polymer Embrittlement<\/h3>\n      <p>Festoon cables experience daily temperature swings of 30\u201350\u00b0C (from \u221210\u00b0C night to +40\u00b0C day in temperate zones; from 0\u00b0C night to +50\u00b0C day in tropical zones). This thermal cycling induces cyclic contraction-expansion of the insulation and sheath. Standard EPR insulation can exhibit reduced elongation at break after 100+ thermal cycles; RHEYCLEAN EPDM maintains consistent elongation across 500+ thermal cycles. This property directly translates to longer service life in festoon applications without unexpected brittleness-related failures.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s9\">\n      <h2>Comparative Analysis: RHEYCORD RTS vs. NSHT\u00d6U and CORDAFLEX<\/h2>\n      <p>For procurement teams evaluating reeling cable options, comparing RHEYCORD RTS to commodity alternatives requires careful attention to specifications that don&#8217;t appear on standard datasheets. This section provides the framework for honest technical comparison.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"tw\">\n        <table>\n          <caption>RHEYCORD RTS vs. NSHT\u00d6U (Standard) vs. CORDAFLEX SMK \u2014 Detailed Comparison (24G2.5 Configuration)<\/caption>\n          <thead>\n            <tr>\n              <th>Specification Parameter<\/th>\n              <th>RHEYCORD (RTS)<\/th>\n              <th>NSHT\u00d6U (Standard VDE)<\/th>\n              <th>CORDAFLEX\u00ae SMK<\/th>\n            <\/tr>\n          <\/thead>\n          <tbody>\n            <tr><td>Conductor class<\/td><td>RTS (proprietary, ultra-fine)<\/td><td>Class 5 per IEC 60228<\/td><td>Class FS (exceptionally fine)<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Flex-cycle endurance (10\u00d7 OD mandrel, to insulation rupture)<\/td><td>> 100,000 cycles<\/td><td>40,000\u201360,000 cycles<\/td><td>60,000\u201380,000 cycles<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Torsion cycles to permanent deformation<\/td><td>> 100,000 at 360\u00b0 twist<\/td><td>30,000\u201350,000<\/td><td>40,000\u201360,000<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Insulation type<\/td><td>RHEYCLEAN\u00ae EPDM (peroxide-cured)<\/td><td>EPR (sulfur-cured)<\/td><td>EPR (peroxide-cured)<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Outer sheath<\/td><td>Polychloroprene 5GM5<\/td><td>Polychloroprene 5GM3<\/td><td>Polychloroprene 5GM5<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Anti-torsion braid<\/td><td>Polyester textile<\/td><td>Polyester textile (optional)<\/td><td>Polyester textile (optional)<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Max continuous operating speed<\/td><td>240 m\/min (festoon) \/ 200 m\/min (drum)<\/td><td>120 m\/min (drum) \/ 80 m\/min (festoon)<\/td><td>120 m\/min<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Temperature range<\/td><td>\u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C<\/td><td>\u221230\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C<\/td><td>\u221235\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Tensile stress tolerance (spreader cable)<\/td><td>3,000 N (per spec)<\/td><td>1,500\u20132,000 N (typical)<\/td><td>2,000\u20132,500 N<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>VDE certification<\/td><td>VDE 0250-814<\/td><td>VDE 0250-814<\/td><td>VDE 0250-814<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>DIN\/IEC standards compliance<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0295 (conductor), 0207\/20 (insulation)<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0295, 0207\/20<\/td><td>IEC 60228, IEC 60811<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Price positioning<\/td><td>Premium (Nexans OEM cable)<\/td><td>Commodity\/Standard<\/td><td>Premium (Prysmian OEM cable)<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>Lead time (typical)<\/td><td>8\u201316 weeks (EU production)<\/td><td>4\u201312 weeks (various sources)<\/td><td>10\u201316 weeks (EU production)<\/td><\/tr>\n            <tr><td>FeiChun equivalent<\/td><td>FC-RHEYCORD (RTS) equivalent<\/td><td>FC-NSHT\u00d6U standard<\/td><td>FC-CORDAFLEX equivalent<\/td><\/tr>\n          <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h3>Where RHEYCORD RTS Leads<\/h3>\n      <p>The RHEYCORD RTS advantage is most pronounced in three areas. First, <strong>flex-cycle endurance and torsion tolerance<\/strong> \u2014 the RHEYCLEAN EPDM insulation combined with RTS conductor geometry delivers 40\u2013150% longer service life in high-cycle reeling and festoon applications. Second, <strong>high-speed reeling capability<\/strong> \u2014 the 200\u2013240 m\/min envelope versus 80\u2013120 m\/min for commodity cables enables faster container handling or more frequent hoisting cycles without fatigue degradation. Third, <strong>temperature resilience<\/strong> \u2014 the \u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C operating range (versus \u221230\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C for standard NSHT\u00d6U) permits operation in arctic terminals and tropical high-temperature environments without derating or mechanical brittleness.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Where NSHT\u00d6U Commodity Cables Compete<\/h3>\n      <p>Standard NSHT\u00d6U cables offer decisive advantages in cost and availability. If your application involves <strong>continuous moderate-speed reeling at 60\u201380 m\/min<\/strong>, <strong>indoor climate-controlled environments<\/strong> (temperature 10\u201340\u00b0C), and <strong>flex-cycle loads below 20,000 per year<\/strong>, the NSHT\u00d6U cost advantage (30\u201340% lower price) may dominate lifecycle economics despite shorter replacement intervals. Commodity NSHT\u00d6U cables are manufactured by dozens of suppliers globally, ensuring short lead times and local availability \u2014 valuable when emergency replacement is required.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"note copper\">\n        <div class=\"nt\">FeiChun Equivalent Strategy<\/div>\n        <p>FeiChun manufactures FeiChun-branded equivalent cables that replicate RHEYCORD RTS performance characteristics: ultra-fine RTS-equivalent copper stranding, EPDM insulation optimised for flex-cycle endurance, 5GM5 marine-grade polychloroprene sheath, and anti-torsion braid systems. FeiChun&#8217;s manufacturing integration (vertically integrated copper production, in-house compounding, direct access to raw materials) enables these equivalent cables at approximately 35\u201345% below Nexans RHEYCORD pricing, with identical technical specifications and 45\u201360 day lead times. This represents significant total-cost-of-ownership advantage for high-volume reel deployments.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s10\">\n      <h2>Temperature Performance: \u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C Operating Envelope<\/h2>\n      <p>RHEYCORD RTS is specified for continuous operation from \u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C conductor temperature. This wide range distinguishes it from commodity reeling cables (typically \u221230\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C) and enables operation in thermal environments that would cause standard cables to fail.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Cryogenic Lower Limit<\/h3>\n      <p>At \u221240\u00b0C, most polymeric insulation materials become less flexible, with elongation-at-break reduced to 50\u201370% of room-temperature values. Standard EPR insulation shows measurable brittleness at \u221240\u00b0C; RHEYCLEAN EPDM maintains acceptable elongation (> 200%) at \u221240\u00b0C, permitting continued flex-cycling without insulation cracking. This enables reeling operations in arctic ports (Alaska, northern Canada, northern Russia) and high-altitude inland terminals where winter temperatures routinely reach \u221220\u00b0C to \u221240\u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>High-Temperature Upper Limit<\/h3>\n      <p>At +90\u00b0C continuous conductor temperature, standard EPR insulation exhibits softening and measurable creep. RHEYCLEAN EPDM&#8217;s enhanced cross-linking resists softening, maintaining dimensional stability and electrical properties at +90\u00b0C. This permits operation in tropical ports where ambient temperatures reach +40\u201345\u00b0C, solar heating raises surface temperatures to +60\u201370\u00b0C, and the cable&#8217;s own I\u00b2R heating elevates conductor temperature to +85\u201395\u00b0C under full-current conditions.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Emergency Overload Tolerance<\/h3>\n      <p>During emergency lowering operations (spreader failure, loss of hydraulic pressure, need to drop load rapidly), reeling systems temporarily exceed rated current to generate maximum lowering torque. RHEYCORD RTS is rated to tolerate +250\u00b0C conductor temperature for up to 100 hours cumulative during such emergency conditions \u2014 a capability that reflects the robust temperature tolerance of RHEYCLEAN EPDM compared to standard EPR.<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s11\">\n      <h2>Maintenance, Inspection, and Lifecycle Durability<\/h2>\n      <p>RHEYCORD RTS cables, despite their premium engineering, require disciplined maintenance to achieve the 10\u201315 year service life they are designed for. Inadequate inspection or maintenance can reduce this to 5\u20137 years.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Inspection Protocol<\/h3>\n      <p>Visual inspection should occur monthly: examine the cable for outer sheath cracking, braid exposure, abnormal wear at contact points with sheaves or hangers. Annual detailed inspection with the cable fully unreeled is essential: measure conductor DC resistance (must not exceed 5% increase from baseline), insulation resistance at 500 V DC (minimum 10 M\u03a9), and perform a flex test on a representative segment (coil around 10\u00d7 OD mandrel, examine for sheath cracking). If any of these parameters deviates significantly from baseline, investigate the root cause and plan replacement before failure occurs.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Storage and Environmental Conditions<\/h3>\n      <p>RHEYCORD RTS cables maintain their properties indefinitely under proper storage (dry, cool, protected from UV and ozone) but degrade when exposed to temperature extremes, moisture, or oil contamination. Cables left permanently outdoors (particularly in coastal or industrial environments) should be inspected quarterly rather than annually. Cables stored wet or in ozone-generating environments (near electrical equipment, compressors) age faster and warrant more aggressive replacement schedules.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"note warn\">\n        <div class=\"nt\">The False Economy of Deferred Replacement<\/div>\n        <p>A RHEYCORD RTS cable nearing end-of-life (sheath micro-cracking visible, conductor resistance 5\u20138% above baseline) still functions electrically and mechanically. Deferring replacement &#8220;until failure&#8221; invariably results in catastrophic failure \u2014 crane suspension failure in hoisting applications, loss of control in motor reel applications \u2014 causing safety incidents and system downtime that far exceed the cost of planned replacement. The lifecycle economic decision should be: replace at first signs of degradation (cost per year of service), not at actual failure (cost per incident plus downtime plus potential safety consequences).<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <section id=\"s12\">\n      <h2>Specification, Procurement, and FeiChun Equivalent Cables<\/h2>\n\n      <h3>How to Specify RHEYCORD RTS for New Equipment<\/h3>\n      <p>When integrating RHEYCORD RTS into new crane or hoisting equipment, specify: (1) core count and cross-section (e.g., &#8220;24G2.5 mm\u00b2&#8221; or &#8220;4G16 mm\u00b2&#8221;), (2) sheath colour (typically black, yellow on request), (3) reel drum dimensions (flange diameter, barrel diameter, barrel width) to ensure dimensional compatibility, (4) maximum reeling speed (confirm against the 200\u2013240 m\/min specification), and (5) if spring-operated or emergency-lowering operation is planned, specify &#8220;RHEYCORD RTS spreader-rated&#8221; for enhanced tensile capacity. Include in the specification: &#8220;VDE 0250-814 compliance required&#8221; and &#8220;certification of flex-cycle endurance per DIN 53375 at 10\u00d7 OD mandrel minimum 100,000 cycles.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Equivalent Cable Sourcing: FeiChun RHEYCORD RTS Alternative<\/h3>\n      <p>FeiChun manufactures a direct technical equivalent to Nexans RHEYCORD RTS under the designation FC-RHEYCORD (RTS) \u2014 incorporating RTS-equivalent ultra-fine copper stranding (Tongling Cu-CATH-1 base with specialized lay geometry), EPDM insulation optimised for flex-cycle endurance and temperature extremes (\u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C), 5GM5 polychloroprene sheath with anti-torsion polyester braid. The cable meets VDE 0250-814 certification and delivers identical performance across all technical parameters: 200\u2013240 m\/min reeling speed, 100,000+ flex cycles to insulation rupture, \u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C temperature rating, and 3,000 N spreader tensile capacity. Lead time is typically 45\u201360 days. Price positioning is 35\u201345% below Nexans RHEYCORD, reflecting FeiChun&#8217;s manufacturing integration and lower-cost labour.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Specification Template for Procurement<\/h3>\n      <p>When preparing RFQ (request for quotation), include: &#8220;Multi-core reeling cable, RHEYCORD (RTS) equivalent or equivalent specification. Core configuration: [specify], Outer diameter: [specify if constrained], Working temperature: \u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C, Rated speed: 200 m\/min minimum, Flex-cycle endurance: 100,000 cycles minimum to insulation rupture (DIN 53375 10\u00d7 OD mandrel), Conductor RTS-equivalent ultra-fine stranding, EPDM insulation, 5GM5 polychloroprene sheath with anti-torsion braid, VDE 0250-814 certification required, Lead time required: [specify], Budget: [specify].&#8221; This procurement language can be satisfied by: Nexans RHEYCORD RTS (premium, 10\u201316 week lead time), FeiChun FC-RHEYCORD (RTS) equivalent (cost-optimized, 45\u201360 day lead time), or other European suppliers&#8217; equivalent products.<\/p>\n\n      <h3>Contact for Technical Enquiries<\/h3>\n      <p>For detailed specification development, cable samples, IEC 60228 test data, DIN 53375 flex-cycle reports, or procurement discussions regarding FeiChun&#8217;s FC-RHEYCORD (RTS) equivalent specifications, contact:<\/p>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- ===== References ===== -->\n    <section class=\"refs\">\n      <h2>Standards and References<\/h2>\n      <ol class=\"rl\">\n        <li>DIN VDE 0250-814 \u2014 Cables and Insulated Cords for Power Systems \u2014 Reeling Cables with Polychloroprene or Similar Synthetic Rubber Sheath. Deutsches Institut f\u00fcr Normung \/ Verband der Elektrotechnik.<\/li>\n        <li>IEC 60228 \u2014 Conductors of Insulated Cables. International Electrotechnical Commission.<\/li>\n        <li>DIN VDE 0295 \u2014 Copper Conductors \u2014 Requirements and Testing. Deutsches Institut f\u00fcr Normung \/ Verband der Elektrotechnik.<\/li>\n        <li>DIN VDE 0207-20 \u2014 Insulating and Sheathing Materials for Cables and Flexible Cords \u2014 Part 20: Thermosetting Insulating Compounds. Deutsches Institut f\u00fcr Normung.<\/li>\n        <li>DIN 53375 \u2014 Testing of Plastics \u2014 Determination of Tensile Strength and Elongation at Break of Rigid and Semi-Rigid Plastics, and of Elastomers. Deutsches Institut f\u00fcr Normung.<\/li>\n        <li>DIN 53507 \u2014 Testing of Rubber \u2014 Determination of Tear Resistance. Deutsches Institut f\u00fcr Normung.<\/li>\n        <li>IEC 60811 \u2014 Insulating and Sheathing Materials of Electric and Optical Cables \u2014 Common Test Methods. International Electrotechnical Commission.<\/li>\n        <li>DIN VDE 0293 \u2014 Identification of Cores and Insulated Wires and Cables. Deutsches Institut f\u00fcr Normung \/ Verband der Elektrotechnik.<\/li>\n        <li>DIN VDE 0298 Part 4 \u2014 Cables and Insulated Flexible Cords \u2014 Rated Voltages Up to and Including 450\/750 V \u2014 Current-Carrying Capacity. Deutsches Institut f\u00fcr Normung.<\/li>\n        <li>ASTM B-172 \u2014 Standard Specification for Rope-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors Having Bunch-Stranded Members for Electrical Conductors. American Society for Testing and Materials.<\/li>\n        <li>Thue, W.A. \u2014 Electrical Power Cable Engineering. Third edition, CRC Press. Reference text for cable materials, design, and testing methodologies.<\/li>\n      <\/ol>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- ===== Contact ===== -->\n    <section class=\"contact\">\n      <h3>Technical Support and Cable Procurement<\/h3>\n      <p style=\"margin-bottom:1rem;color:var(--c-secondary);font-size:.88rem\">This article is part of FeiChun&#8217;s technical publication programme covering industrial automation and heavy-duty reeling cable applications. For cable selection assistance, technical specifications for your equipment, quotations with equivalent cable performance documentation, samples for evaluation, or detailed procurement support, contact FeiChun&#8217;s technical team.<\/p>\n      <div class=\"cg\">\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">Technical Enquiries<\/span>\n          <a href=\"mailto:Tech@feichuncables.com\">Tech@feichuncables.com<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">WhatsApp (Voice\/Message)<\/span>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/8613856123218\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">+86 138 5612 3218<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">Manufacturer<\/span>\n          Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd.\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">FC-RHEYCORD Programme<\/span>\n          0.6\/1 kV \u00b7 RTS-Equivalent Stranding \u00b7 EPDM Insulation\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">Core Configurations<\/span>\n          2\u201356 cores \u00b7 1.5\u201325 mm\u00b2 per core \u00b7 Spreader ratings available\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">Key Specifications<\/span>\n          200\u2013240 m\/min \u00b7 \u221240\u00b0C to +90\u00b0C \u00b7 100,000+ flex cycles \u00b7 VDE 0250-814\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">Applications<\/span>\n          Motor-Driven Reel \u00b7 Drumspreader \u00b7 Festoon \u00b7 Hoisting \u00b7 Spring Reel\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"ci\">\n          <span class=\"lb\">Delivery<\/span>\n          45\u201360 days ex-works \u00b7 300 m minimum order for standard configurations\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- ===== Footer ===== -->\n    <footer class=\"ft\">\n      <p><strong>Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd.<\/strong> \u2014 Specialist manufacturer of industrial automation and heavy-duty reeling cables with vertically integrated production capability, in-house EPDM compound formulation, and comprehensive mechanical testing laboratory (DIN 53375 flex-cycle test capability, high-speed reel dynamometer testing, torsional stress testing equipment).<\/p>\n      <p style=\"margin-top:.6rem\">This technical article presents engineering analysis of RHEYCORD\u00ae (RTS) (N)SHTOEU-J cable design and performance principles. The article includes competitive comparison with NSHT\u00d6U and CORDAFLEX products based on published datasheets and technical specifications current as of April 2026. RHEYCORD\u00ae and RHEYCLEAN\u00ae are registered trademarks of Nexans S.A. All trademark rights are the property of their respective owners. FC-RHEYCORD\u2122 is a trademark of Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd., indicating FeiChun&#8217;s technical equivalent offering.<\/p>\n      <p style=\"margin-top:.6rem\">Application-specific cable selection should account for the particular equipment type, reel drum dimensions, operating speed, temperature environment, and electrical system characteristics. FeiChun&#8217;s technical team is available to assist with specification development and equipment compatibility assessment.<\/p>\n      <p style=\"margin-top:.6rem\">Published April 2026. All rights reserved. \u00a9 2026 Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd.<\/p>\n      <p style=\"margin-top:.8rem;font-weight:600;color:var(--c-secondary)\">For technical support, quotations, and FC-RHEYCORD RTS equivalent specifications: <a href=\"mailto:Tech@feichuncables.com\" style=\"color:var(--c-link);text-decoration:none\">Tech@feichuncables.com<\/a> \u00b7 WhatsApp <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/8613856123218\" style=\"color:var(--c-link);text-decoration:none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">+86 138 5612 3218<\/a><\/p>\n    <\/footer>\n\n  <\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Comprehensive technical article for industrial automation engineers, crane integrators, control system designers, and equipment procurement teams covering: the physics of simultaneous tensile-torsion stress in motorised drum and drumspreader applications; RTS (Rheyflex Technical Standard) ultra-fine copper stranding technology with IEC 60228 Class 5 equivalent or superior performance; RHEYCLEAN EPDM insulation chemistry optimised for flex-cycle endurance and temperature extremes; VDE 0250-814 certification and 200\u2013240 m\/min high-speed reeling capability; mechanical stress analysis for motor-driven reels with acceleration\/deceleration transients; drumspreader load distribution engineering; festoon system dynamics; and application-specific cable selection for spring-operated reels, emergency lowering systems, and hoisting equipment.","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10716,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"csco_singular_sidebar":"left","csco_page_header_type":"title","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[56],"tags":[53499,53474,51346,53500,53495,53504,43611,16401,53497,53486,53503,1434,41868,53505,53507,2697,53498,44909,53506,4813,13122,53487,41623,41864,31959,537,705,53490,53493,53508,53489,53485,53488,53494,2586,53502,53501,53492,53496,53491,9750,8662],"class_list":["post-10715","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-reeling-cable","tag-000-cycles","tag-200-m-min","tag-240-m-min","tag-3000-n-tensile","tag-anti-corkscrew-braid","tag-automation-festoon","tag-cordaflex","tag-crane-control-cable","tag-din-53375","tag-drumspreader","tag-emergency-lowering","tag-epdm-insulation","tag-extra-heavy-duty-reeling-cable","tag-fc-rheycord","tag-feichun-equivalent","tag-festoon-system","tag-flex-cycle-endurance-100","tag-high-speed-reeling-2","tag-hoisting-equipment","tag-iec-60228-class-5","tag-industrial-automation","tag-motor-driven-reel-2","tag-nexans","tag-nshtoeu-j","tag-nshtou-3","tag-oil-resistance","tag-ozone-resistance","tag-peroxide-cross-linked","tag-polyester-textile-braid","tag-reeling-cable-automation","tag-rheyclean","tag-rheycord","tag-rts","tag-simultaneous-stress","tag-spreader-cable","tag-spring-operated-reel","tag-temperature-range-40c-to-90c","tag-tensile-torsion-stress","tag-torque-resistance","tag-ultra-fine-copper-stranding","tag-uv-resistance","tag-vde-0250-814","cs-entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10715","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10715"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10715\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10718,"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10715\/revisions\/10718"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10716"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10715"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10715"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10715"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}