Flexible Flatform Cables

for cranes, hoists and

process machines
Flexible Flatform Cables

The Metreel range of flatform Advantages Various combinations of cables

cables has been developed The cables form a small bend may be selected from this
principally for use in radius and offer the advantage of standard range which covers the
conjunction with Festoon a reduced storage length where majority of power and control cable
Systems for the conveyance of space is restricted. requirements.
power to cranes, hoists and
similar traversing equipment. Flatform cable combinations are The smooth exterior profile,
Flatform cable can also be generally more stable on outdoor rectangular with rounded corners,
utilised for static wiring applications where high cross lends itself to easy stacking of
applications where the flat winds are experienced. cable combinations and sealing
profile is particularly suitable at the cable gland.
for laying against walls, in cable
trays, etc.

PVC/PVC Flatform
No Core Current Nominal Overall Weight Flat Cable
of Size Ratings Dimensions kg/m Gland
Cores mm² (amps) mm to suit
(1) 4 1.5† 18.5 5.1 x 16.0 0.149 30.621M25.1
(2) 6 1.5† 20 5.0 x 21.0 0.198 30.629M32.1
(1) 8 1.5† 22 5.1 x 27.0 0.271 60.629M32.2
(1) 10 1.5† 20 5.5 x 34.0 0.323 30.636M50.2
(1) 12 1.5† 22 5.1 x 40.0 0.399 30.642/M50.1
(1) 4 2.5† 25 5.8 x 20.0 0.219 30.629M32.1
(2) 6 2.5† 30 5.8 x 27.0 0.319 30.629M32.2
(2) 8 2.5† 25 5.5 x 33.0 0.371 30.636M50.2
(2) 12 2.5† 25 6.0 x 47.0 0.542 30.648M63.1
(1) 4 4.0† 34 6.5 x 22.0 0.301 30.629M32.1
(1) 7 4.0† 32 7.5 x 37.0 0.586 30.636M50.3
(1) 4 6.0† 44 7.2 x 22.4 0.359 30.629M32.4 Our PVC/PVC Flatform cable is
(1) 4 10.0† 61 9.2 x 28.7 0.707 30.636M50.5 designed, manufactured and tested in
(1) 4 16.0† 82 11.1 x 35.1 0.838 30.642M50.6 accordance with HD359.
(1) 4 25.0‡ 108 13.0 x 42.5 1.340 30.642M50.4 • Alternative range of halogen free
(1) 4 35.0‡ 135 14.5 x 49.6 1.800 FC2 cables also available
(1) 4 50.0‡ 168 17.5 x 58.4 2.520 FC2 • Orange Sheath option also
(1) 4 70.0‡ 207 20.0 x 63.0 3.670 FC4 available
Conductors • Range of cables for extreme sub
Flexible plain annealed copper, complying Sheathing zero temperatures also available
with IEC 60228. Flexible PVC outer sheath, type TM2 in
accordance with HD21. Standard colour black.
Insulation Optional colour orange (subject to minimum
Flexible PVC insulation, type TI2 according manufacturing lengths).
to HD21.
The core identification is as follows: - Temperature Range
† = White numbers on black cores. The cables are suitable for operation in
‡ = Coloured Cores. ambient temperatures of -20°C (Fixed),
0°C (Flexing) to +60°C, with a maximum
Assembly conductor temperature of 70°C.
The individual cores are laid parallel in groups
of 3 or 4, with a web of PVC integral with the
sheathing between adjacent groups to prevent
collapse due to any lateral pressure.

General Comments - All Cables

The current ratings for the cables are based on an ambient temperature of 30°C, with a maximum conductor temperature of 70°C (PVC),
85°C (Neoprene), and are maximum ratings based on three conductors carrying current. For installations where these parameters do not
apply and for multi-cable festoon applications, where several cables are stacked, our sales office should be consulted.

In some installations where long cable lengths are involved, it may be necessary to use cables of a larger cross sectional area than is
specified to ensure that the voltage drop is not excessive.
Rated voltages: -
PVC Flatform PVC Screened Flatform Neoprene Flatform
(1) = 450/750 Volts Upto 4mm² = 300/500 Volts All Cables = 300/500 Volts
(2) = 300/500 Volts 6mm² and above = 450/750 Volts
 Flexible Flatform Cables

PVC Screened
This range is ideally suited for signalling/controls to prevent interference and is also suitable for hazardous
areas, zones 1 & 2 BS5345 part 1/1976. Orange safety/identification colour corresponding to BS1710/1975.
No Core Current Nominal Overall Weight Flat Cable
of Size Ratings Dimensions kg/m Gland
Cores mm² (amps) mm to suit
4 1.5 20 5.5 x 17.0 0.210 30.621M25.1
8 1.5 20 5.5 x 33.0 0.404 30.636M50.2
12 1.5 20 6.0 x 47.0 0.663 30.648M63.1
4 2.5 25 7.5 x 23.0 0.390 30.629M32.3
8 2.5 25 7.5 x 42.0 0.675 30.648M63.1
12 2.5 25 17.7 x 59.0 1.045 FC2
4 4.0 32 8.6 x 26.0 0.640 30.629M32.5
4 6.0 45 10.0 x 32.0 0.765 30.636M50.6
4 10.0 60 11.5 x 36.6 0.985 30.636M50.6

Conductors Screening Sheathing

Flexible plain annealed copper complying with The individual cores 1.5mm² and 2.5mm² have Flexible PVC complying with the requirements
BS6360, bunch or rope stranded to provide a copper/nylon braid screening. Larger cores of BS6746; 1975 for Type TM2 compound,
the necessary flexibility. have a spirally wound tinned copper wire standard colour orange.
screen over a melinex tape.
Insulation Temperature Range
Flexible PVC complying with the requirements Assembly The cables are suitable for operation in
of BS6746; 1975 for Type TI2 compound. The The individually screened cores are laid ambient temperatures of -15°C (Flexing),
insulation is coloured white, with numbers parallel in groups with a web of PVC, integral -30°C (Fixed) to +60°C, with a maximum
printed in black. with the sheathing between adjacent groups conductor temperature of 70°C.
to prevent collapse due to any lateral pressure.

Neoprene Flatform
No Core Current Nominal Overall Weight Flat Cable
of Size Ratings Dimensions kg/m Gland
Cores mm² (amps) mm to suit
4 1.5 24 5.8 x 16.8 0.175 60.621M25.1
8 1.5 24 5.8 x 30.9 0.324 30.636M50.1
12 1.5 24 6.4 x 45.7 0.525 30.648M63.1
4 2.5 32 7.0 x 19.9 0.263 30.621M25.2
7 2.5 32 7.0 x 32.9 0.461 30.636M50.3
8 2.5 32 7.0 x 36.6 0.490 30.636M50.3
12 2.5 32 7.6 x 54.3 0.776 FC1
4 4.0 43 8.5 x 23.5 0.375 30.629M32.4
7 4.0 43 8.5 x 38.7 0.642 30.642M50.2
4 6.0 56 9.3 x 26.9 0.511 30.629M40.5
7 6.0 56 9.3 x 44.5 0.879 30.648M63.2
4 10.0 78 10.6 x 32.3 0.748 30.636M50.5
7 10.0 78 10.6 x 54.0 1.345 FC1
4 16.0 104 12.4 x 37.9 1.157 30.636M50.6
4 25.0 138 14.0 x 44.6 2.291 30.648M63.3
4 35.0 171 16.5 x 52.1 2.152 FC2
4 50.0 213 19.1 x 61.0 2.996 FC2
4 70.0 263 21.6 x 70.4 4.301 FC4
4 95.0 317 24.4 x 79.9 5.730 FC400
4 120.0 425 26.0 x 87.6 6.308 FC400

Conductors & Insulation Assembly Temperature Range

Plain, extra fine wire coppe conductors The individual cores are laid parallel in groups The cables are suitable for operation in
insulated with an ozone and weatherproofed with a web, integral with the sheathing between ambient temperatures of -25°C (Flexing),
artificial-rubber compund EPDM according to adjacent groups to prevent collapse due to -40°C (Fixed) to +85°C.
DIN 57207/VDE 207. any lateral pressure.

Identification Sheathing
• 4 Cores The sheath is made of cold-resistant
Black/Brown/Blue/Green-Yellow chloroprene rubber compound, which is
• 6 Cores and above sufficient for flexibility down to -25°C.
Green-Yellow, all other black with printed
white numbers

COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF FLATFORM CABLE GLANDS AVAILABLE - ASK FOR DETAILS

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