Track Wire
These are 600- and 2000-volt wires specifically designed for use as track wire. They are designed for use in wet or dry conditions and in underground applications. They consist of single- or duplex-insulated ethylene-propylene-rubber (EPR) conductors and a polyethylene (PE) outer jacket.
Design Parameters
Conductor: Solid or Class B or C stranded, soft drawn, bare or tinned copper per ASTM B3, B8, B33 and ASTM B258.
Insulation: Heat and moisture-resistant EPR meeting the requirements of AREMA C&S Manual Part 10.3.19, suitable for a maximum continuous operating temperature of 90°C. Circuit Identification: Duplex version has one black insulated conductor and one black insulated conductor with a white stripe.
Overall Jacket: Heat, moisture-resistant PE that meets the requirements of AREMA C&S Manual Part 10.3.21. Option for LSZH Crosslinked Polyolefin Jacket as well.
Specifications & Ratings
- AREMA Signal Parts 10.3.16, 10.3.19, 10.3.21
- ICEA S-95-658 (NEMA WC70)