AKAPP-

STEMMANN BV
Fandstan Electric Group

NL 3771 ME Barneveld

Multiconductor ® Nijverheidsweg 14

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Technical information

AKAPP-STEMMANN
Member of the Fandstan Electric Group
®
 Multiconductor ® housing RN7:
innumerable possibilities and variations!
The conductor housing RN7 is available in various models,
indicated in the summary as listed below. As such you are
able to optimally gear your installation to the industrial
circumstances. It provides you with the opportunity to easily
adjust variations in the occupancy of the (copper) conductors,
to tune your installation to your changing industrial circum-
stances.
All conductor models can be provided with flexible, rubber
sealings, model AS7 (refer to photograph).
Protection class of all conductor models is IP23. Including
rubber sealing AS7 the protection class is IP44.

Standard performances:
51,4 51,4
Type RN7
Colour: signal red.
Temperature range as of -30 °C up to +60 °C. A

The anti-reverse rib (A) in the housing ensures that the col-

86,25

86,25
lector trolley can only be installed in one way and prevents
cross phasing. A continous yellow stripe (B) on one side of

127,44
the housing ensures correct fitting of het system. The PVC
with a high impact strength is self extinguishing.
B
Type RN7W RN7
Colour: white. Dimensions similar to type RN7.
Temperature range as of -30 °C up to +60 °C. RNHS7
When radiant heat is applicable, such as in green houses, a
white conductor housing is advised.

Type RNV7
Colour: grey white. Dimensions similar to type RN7. Technical data of housings
Temperature range as of -20 °C up to +80 °C. Material
Unplasticized Hard-PVC with approximate values:
For applications with higher environmental temperatures. Notch shock strength 5-10 kJ/m 2
E-modulus 2500-3000 N/mm 2
Type RNHS7 Softening point (Vicat) 81-83°C
Colour: signal red. Lineair expansion 70.10-6 m/m/°C
Temperature range as of -30 °C up to +60 °C. Elektrical data
Due to the spacer strips at the bottom side this conductor Volume resistivity with 100 V >4.1015 Ω/cm
housing model is well suited for installations positioned at a Dielectric strength with 50 Hz >30 kV/mm
Flame class UL94 V0
low level. The strips provide additional protection against
splashing water. Length of housing 4 m standard

Flexible sealing strips AS7

Type AS7 C chloroprene, colour black
This is used to ensure the suitability of a Multiconductor
installation for application in a dusty, humid or even corrosive
atmosphere. Corrosion of copper conductors is nearly always
prevented! This sealing is recommended for all outdoor
installations and specific industries e.g. concrete brick- AS7
works, coal storage and transhipment, dairies, galvani-
sing plants, textile production etc.
Rail type RN(HS)7 with AS7 meets protection degree IP44
and is permitted to be mounted on every desired height.

AKAPP Description red w hite linear m in. tem p. m ax. tem p. HS, extra com b. w ith com b. w ith
Art. no. 10 -6 m /m /°C °C °C protection transfer guides curves
1001050 PVC housing, red RN7 x 70 -30 60 x x
1000940 PVC housing, w hite RN7W x 70 -30 60 x x
1001360 Railkoker,extra protection RNHS7 x 70 -30 60 x x x
1001960 PVC housing VICAT 93 RNV7 x 70 -20 80 x x

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 Ultimate logistical control:
uninterrupted feed at all times
Each Multiconductor installation is supplied with the joint-free Upon parallel installation of various Multiconductor
flat copper conductors, rolled on and based on track length. installations a significant higher current capacities can be
Copper strips are available for current intensities of 35, 50, attained. By means of parallel installation the multi-pole
80, 125 and 160A (DC 80%). Material: electrolytic copper. installations can be assembled; of importance with
regard to control purposes.
When 2 strips are parallel connected for each of the 3 phases
of a three-phase system, current intensities of 250A (2x125) Partially due to the joint-free conductors the Multiconductor
and 320A (2x160) are possible. The 7th conductor being is well suited for control current and data transfer;
utilised as earth supply. eventually whilst using silver-plated conductors.
Contact your AKAPP- STEMMANN supplier on this subject.

Special material conductors

The concept of the Multiconductor system allows the
application of other metal apart from copper. For example
silver-plated copper (advantageous for data transfer!).

Installation of the copper conductors

Following the installation of the conductor housings the
flat copper conductors can easily be drawn into the copper
channels directly from the cable drum. This can be easily For applications where higher temperatures exist, the
and quickly effected by means of the copper pulling cas- resistance, and therefore the Volt drop, increases.
sette, pulling block and pulling attachment, available as Solution: using next size copper conductors.
an option.
A simple stretchblock is supplied for conductors CU125 Volt drop in V /meter Multiconductor/ A nominal current,
and CU160. This is designed to make installation easier cos ϕ = 1, +20 °C ambient
and also to reduce any resistance on very long installa-
tions. copper conductor 3 phase ~ 1 phase ~ and = When utilizing 2
CU35 * 0.00588 0.00679 copper conductors
Volt drop in copper conductors. By virtue of the conti-
CU50 0.00339 0.00391 in parallel the volt
nuous conductor concept, Volt drop in the AKAPP Multi-
CU80 0.00217 0.00251 drop values in the
concluctor system is kept to an absolute and constant table will be
CU 125 0.00119 0.00138
minimum. CU 160 0.00092 0.00106 halved. On
With a power factor (cos. ϕ) of < 1 the figures With + 35 °C multiply by 1.079; request,
mentioned in the adjacent table have to be changed with + 45 °C x 1.118; impedance data
accordingly, e.g. with cos ϕ = 0.85 the Volt drop figures with + 55 °C x 1.157. can be supplied.
have to be multiplied by 0.85.
* Copper conductors 35A can not be combined with expansion joints

Arrangement of the copper conductors

Whilst using the standard conductor housings and the 5 dif- Please find some examples below. Attention: the earth
ferent copper conductors, a vast array of combinations is conductor is always located at the yellow marker strip!
possible.

N D
L3 L2 L3 L2 L3 L2 L3 L2 L2

L3

N D D

L1

L1 L1 L1 L1

standard standard 5-pole, for 3 phase+earth and per phase 2

4-pole 5-pole installations 3 conductors D for conductors in
with curves control and data parallel+earth

AKAPP DESCRIPTION m ax In (A) dim ension linear DC current specific m ax. m ax. m ax.
Art.no. (ID=80%) mm expans. resis tance conductance length track part length track part s peed
(b x d) 10-6 m /m /°C Ω /m ( ρ) Sm /m m 2 Δ t 25 °C Δ t > 25 °C (m /m )
1002170 Copper conductor 35A CU35 35 12,7 x 0,4 17,00 0,003444882 58 90 60 80
1002560 Copper conductor 50A CU50 50 12,6 x 0,7 17,00 0,001984127 58 525 525 N/A
1002640 Copper conductor 80A CU80 80 12,5 x 1,1 17,00 0,001272727 58 325 325 N/A
1002720 Copper conductor 125A CU125 125 12,5 x 2,0 17,00 0,0007 58 200 200 N/A
1002870 Copper conductor 160A CU160 160 12,5 x 2,6 17,00 0,000538462 58 150 150 N/A
1003370 Silvered copper conduct.CU50AG 50 12,6 x 0,7 17,00 0,001984127 58 525 525 N/A

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 Hanging and fixing of the housing:
free expansion at all times!
The principle of the AKAPP conductor bar systems with
Finishing of metal sliding hangers and joints
uninterrupted conductors is based on the free expansion of
the pvc housing and the internal conductors. The conductor Type Z - Galvanised, for normal indoor installations.
housing is therefore suspended in sliding hangers in which
Type L - Galvanised + epoxy coated, for outdoors and
these conductors - upon the occurrence of differences of
corrosive environments.
expansion - can slide continuously and who are fixed at the
feed point only by means of a fixed point clamp at the Type LR- As Type L, with stainless steel bolts and nuts A2
construction. Sliding hangers and fixed point clamps are Type R - Stainless steel AISI304, for corrosive environments.
available in 3 types, for maximal adaption to the environ-
mental conditions. See adjecent frame.

Sliding hanger
Type BN7-Z, Type BN7-L, Type BN7-R,
and Type BN7-LR
The sliding hangers are fastened to the sus- M10

177
pension frame by means of a bolt. As such the
installation can be aligned vertically.

100
Centre distance of hanger supports:
1333 mm : travel speed up to 250 m/min.;
1000 mm : travel speed up to >250 m/min.; 34 60
2000 mm : with CU35, CU50, CU80, for 6-
and 7-pole installations up to a
max. ambient temperature BN7-L
difference of 40 °C.

Fixed point clamp

Type VMN7-Z, Type VMN7-L, Type VMN7-R,
and Type VMN7-LR
M10
The complete conductor installation is to be
185

fastened to the suspension frame by means of

a self-gripping fixed point clamp. As of this loca-
90

tion, the conductor housing can slide freely in

the sliding hangers when expansion differences,
due to temperature variation, occurs. 100 57

VMN7-L
Support bracket
Type UH330 : l=330 mm, galvanised 330 / 500 / 700
Type UH500/(R) : l=500 mm, galvanised/(SS) min. 65 330 / 500 / 700
max. 20

Type UH700/(R) : l=700 mm, galvanised/(SS) min. 50 15 15

Special length on request. These brackets have
slot up slot down
clamps attached to sliding nut assemblies thus
28

28
min. 150, max. 166

facilitating a flexible mounting arrangement ca-

max. 20

UH330: max. 200

pable of accomodating various sizes of RSJ (INP)
UH500: max. 370
beams, allowing simple horizontal alignment. min. 50
UH700: max. 570
Note: For fast mounting on site, pre-mounted
support brackets with sliding hanger are available
on request! Please ask our sales department.
UH330: max.200 min. 65
UH500: max. 370
UH700: max. 570
AKAPP NO. DESCRIPTION ambient is
dry humid chem. agr.
1004570 Sliding hanger galvan. BN7-Z x
1004650 Sliding hanger epoxy c. BN7-L x
1004420 Sliding hanger galv.+epox.+A2 BN7-LR x length
AKAPP NO. DESCRIPTION
(mm)
1005540 Sliding hanger A2/304 BN7-R x
1018010 Support bracket galvanised 330mm UH330 330
1005200 Rolling hanger galvanised RB7 x x
1018160 Support bracket galvanised 500mm UH500 500
1004960 Fixed point clamp galv. VMN7-Z x 1018320 Support bracket galvanised 700mm UH700 700
1005070 Fixed point clamp galv.+epoxy coating VMN7-L x 1018370.B0000 Support bracket stainl. steel 330mm UH330-R 330
1005310 Fixed point clamp galv.+epox.+A2 VMN7-LR x 1018380 Support bracket stainl. steel 500mm UH500-R 500
1005770 Fixed point clamp A2/304 VMN7-R x 1018390 Support bracket stainl. steel 700mm UH700-R 700

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 Joint clamps:
for the easy connection of conductor housings
The lengths of the housing are connected by means of
standard joint clamps. There are 2 variations:
• standard metal joint clamp
• ABS expansion joint clamp
Metal joint clamps are available in 4 types, to ensure a maxi-
mum tuning to the operating conditions. Also refer to the upper
right frame on page 4. VN7-Z

Joint clamp
Type VN7-Z, Type VN7-L, Type VN7-R,
and Type VN7-LR

107
90
The conductor housings are connected by
means of a self-gripping joint clamp. The self-
drilling screws, as supplied, ensure an extra firm 100 57
connection with longer system lengths (from 80m
length 2 pc. per joint; from 200m length 4 pc. per VN7-L
joint).

T50

Insulating tape
Type T50 (50 mm width, roll of 10 m)
This adhesive tape is used to ensure a perma-
nent shroud around the housing joints, prior to
fitting the joint clamps, for both indoor and out-
door installations.
1 roll is sufficient for 35 joints.

Expansion joint
115
86,25

Type KEV7
This ABS expansion joint is applied when a free
expansion of the Multiconductor from one fixed AKAPP
6,5

point is not possible. E.g. with very long 120 51,4

installations, tracks in which there are several 63,8
current supply connections, closed curved KEV7
tracks, etc.
The PVC housing is then fixed to the support expansion gap max. 25mm
construction with a fixed point clamp adjacent
to an expansion gap at recommended positions. The rubber sealing at the inner side of the synthetic expansion joint
Important: Read the supplied mounting instruc- clamp, together with the continuous AS7 sealing strips, also allows
tions carefully before mounting, to determine installations outdoors.
the expansion gaps. If in doubt, please consult
your AKAPP supplier. Installations with expansion joints require collector trolleys type “../E”
(see page 11).

AKAPP NO DESCRIPTION am bient is w ith VN7-. w ith VN7-. U m ax m ax. free

dry humid chem ical and w ith e xpansion
agre ssive hum idity hum idity in joint (m m )
1004730 Joint clamp galvanised VN7-Z x 400V 0
1004810 Joint clamp galv.+ epox. VN7-L x 400V 0
1004340 Joint clamp galv.+epox., A2 VN7-LR x 400V 0
1005620 Joint clamp stainl. steel A2/304 VN7-R x 400V 0

1006040 Insulating tape 10m x 50mm T50 x x 0

1005460 Expansion joint clamp KEV7 x x x 400V 25

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 End feed boxes
efficient and reliable solutions
End feed boxes are used for the connection of the feeding
cable to the outer end of the Multiconductor system (see
picture).
All feed boxes are fitted with metric glands. It is possible to
use extra glands and/or several diametre ranges from type
EB40.
End feed clamps are required for connection of copper
conductors 125A or 160A (see details below).
EB40 (opened)

End feed boxes 95

72

22
Type EBS32
Compact end feed box with cable gland M32,

115
suitable for cables Ø10-Ø21 mm. Connecting
screws M6 included.
117

EBS32

Type EB40
120
End feed box for with cable gland M40, suitable
for cables Ø16-Ø28 mm. The push-through

101
holes offer easy mounting of various cable
glands. Connecting screws M6 included.

195
Type EB63
As end feed box EB40, but with cable gland
85
M63, suitable for cables Ø30-Ø44,5 mm. 152,5
Connecting screws M6 included. EB40/EB63

End feed clamps

Type EC160
Required for connecting copper conductors
M8
125A or 160A to the cable lug of the connection
cable. To be ordered seperately. 33

EC160
Ø6,2

Special arrangements and gland sizes on request.

AKAPPNO. DESCRIPTION m ax tem p. range of m ax. I m ax (80% ID) protection protection

(°C) diam etre copper non-paralle l degre e de gree
feeding cable conductors (A) w ithout w ith
(m m ) m ounted AS7 AS7
1006830 End f eed box EBS32 1xM32 80 10 - 21 4xCu80 / 7xCu50 80 IP23 IP44
1006800 End f eed box EB40 1xM40 80 16 - 28 4xCu125 / 7xCu80 125 IP23 IP44
1006810 End f eed box EB63 1xM63 80 30 - 44 4xCu160 / 7xCu80 160 IP23 IP44
1006820 End f eed box EB 80 no glands IP23 IP44

1013010 End f eed clamp EC160 80 160

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 Line feed boxes:
designed for more flexibility
Lines feed boxes are used for the connection of the feeder The line feed clamp holder (LCH or LH) connects 2 adjacent
cable on any random point of the system. The feeder cable rail housings and holds the line feed clamps at the same
is connected to line feed clamps, kept in place by the line time.
clamp holder that is partly slided over the 2 housing parts in The principle is a 90–120 mm Line feed clamp holder that
which up to 7 line feed clamps (see page 8) can be fitted. slides over 2 housing parts. Then it is screwed on the sides.
The copper conductors will not be interrupted!
Line feed clamps are fitted, copper goes through the line
Basis of all the line feed boxes is the modular collar that is
feed clamps and is connected to a power cable. Cover comes
fitted with push through holes to fit various glands M32 to
over the collars and clicks into position.
M63 in size. For custom configurations, you can easily add
glands by removing the pre-cut sections.

Line feed boxes types LB

Type LB40 310
175 120
Line feed box for connection of copper

101
conductors up to 125A. With 1 gland M40 for
cables Ø16-Ø28 mm.

195
Type LB63
Line feed box for connection of copper LB40/LB63
conductors up to 160A. With 1 gland M63 for
cables Ø30-Ø44,5 mm.

310
Type LB32-4 175 120

Similar to LB63, but with 4 glands M32 for

M25

101
cables Ø10-Ø21 mm. M40

195
Type LB32-7
Similar to LB32-4, but with 7 glands M32 for
cables Ø10-Ø21 mm. LB32-4

Line feed clamp holders

Type RN7-LCH
Applicable for line feed connections with 58 120

continuous copper (all sizes), irrespective the

number of poles. The required line feed clamps
92,5

have to be ordered seperately.

Type RNHS7-LCH
57
Similar to RN7-LCH, but with spacer strips for RN7-LCH
use with extra hand-safe housing RNHS7.
58
82

Type RN-LH
Applicable for line feed connections with
continuous copper that require joints in the line
feed (i.e. in multi curved systems, very long
112,5

tracks etc.). The RN-LH is composed of 2 halves

that “click” together around the rail housing
leaving the copper joints free. Includes bolts/ RN-LH
nuts M6 for connections of conductors. 90 (mounted)
AKAPPNO. DESCRIPTION max. range of max. I max (80% ID) I max (80% ID) protection protection
temp. diametre copper non-parallel in parallel degree degree
(°C) feeding cable conductors (A) (A) without with
(mm) mounted AS7 AS7
1006900 Line feed box LB40 1xM40 80 16-28 4xCU125 / 7xCU80 125 - IP23 IP44
1006910 Line feed box LB63 1x M63 80 30-44 4xCU160 / 7xCU125 160 250 IP23 IP44
1006920 Line feed box LB32-4 4xM32 80 4x 10-21 4xCU160 160 - IP23 IP44
1006930 Line feed box LB32-7 7xM32 80 7x 10-21 7xCU160 160 320 IP23 IP44

1006940 Line feed box LB 80 no glands IP23 IP44

1006035 Line feed clamp holder RN7-LCH 80

1006035.B0001 Line feed clamp holder RNHS-LCH 80
1006950 Set line feed RN-LH 80

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 Connecting the copper conductors:
skilful solutions with clamps and boxes
All line feed systems require clamp holders and feed clamps
to connect the copper conductors within the rail housing to
the cores of the supply cable (see also page 7).
There are 2 types of feed clamps: LC80 and LC200.
To connect the copper conductors to a cable terminal in a
transition box, the transition cables OK25 or OK35 can be
used. In some cases, it can replace a feeding cable with a
too large outer diametre. LCH + LC80

M6
Feed clamps
Type LC80
To be applied for mounting copper conductors 40 16
Cu35 - Cu80. 52 LC80

M8
Type LC200
To be applied for mounting copper conductors
Cu125 - Cu160.
40 16 LC200

Transition cables
Type OK25
Cable 1x 25 mm2, length 1,5 m, fitted with cable
lugs on both sides. For max. current capacity
125A or 250A (with 2 cables in parallel con- L = 1,5 m

nection) and Cu125 copper conductor. To be ø10 ø8

used with Transition box OGV320 (see below).

Type OK35
Cable 1x 35 mm2, length 1,5 m, fitted with cable
lugs on both sides. For max. current capacity
320A (with 2 cables in parallel connection and Transition cable series OK
Cu160 copper conductor). To be used with
Transition box OGV320 (see below).

Transition box for for feed

connection Multiconductor 185 300

Type OGV320
177

Complete with 2x5 bolts M10 for cable lug

connections, 7 glands PG21 and a special
grommet for cables of Ø20 - Ø75 mm . 7xPG21 max. 1x Ø75
200

OGV320

LINE FEED CLAMPS:

DESCRIPTION NUMBER max. current (A) with type
AKAPP NO. (100% ID) line feed holder
1012750 Feed clamp small LC80 1 per conductor 72 RN7-LCH
1013000 Feed clamp large LC200 1 per conductor 179 RN7-LCH

TRANSITION
CABLES: DESCRIPTION NUMBER max. current (A) with type
AKAPP NO. (100% ID) transition box
1499560 Cable, 1 x 25mm2, L=1.5m OK25 1 per conductor 135 OGV320
1499640 Cable, 1 x 35mm2, L=1.5m OK35 1 per conductor 169 OGV320

TRANSITION
BOX: DESCRIPTION NUMBER max. current (A) protection
AKAPP NO. (100% ID) degree
1010510 Transition box OGV320 1 per installation 286,3 IP44

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 Other components:
end caps, inspection units
An end cap is to be mounted for sealing off the open ends of An inspection unit is fitted with 2 joint clamps VN7 in
a Multiconductor system. Multiconductor installations where inspection of the trolley
is not possible by removing an end cap or end feed. E.g. on
In order to eliminate length differences between copper
endless curved tracks or on applications where several col-
conductors and pvc housing due to temperature variations,
lector trolleys are fitted, or where a special location area for
it is important that the conductors have sufficient length within
the inspection is available.
the end cap. For installations with extreme length differences,
extra long end caps can be applied. Your AKAPP- Alternatively, a special wooden wedge set can be used for
STEMMANN supplier can advise you further on this subject. taking out and inserting a trolley. Both possibilities are
decribed on this page.

End caps
Type EN7
Length 300 mm. Attached to the housing by 93
means of a joint clamp (to be ordered sepera-
tely). See photo.
303 51,4
Type EN7-W 59
EN7
Similar to EN7, but colour white.

Type ENHS7
93

For Multiconductor RNHS7, similar to EN7,

however with distance strips.

Type ENV7 31
303 51,4
For Multiconductor RNV7. Similar to EN7, but 59 ENHS7
for temperature range -20 °C to +80 °C. Colour
grey white.

Inspection unit
Type UN7
Length 200 mm. The inspection unit is fitted with
2 joint clamps VN7 in Multiconductor instal-
86,3

lations. Inspection units for curves can be sup-

plied on request.
Type UNHS7
200
For Multiconductor RNHS7.
UN7

Wooden wedge set

Type OBA
For fast taking out and inserting trolleys at al-
most any location of a Multiconductor instal-
lation. The set consists of two wooden wedges
with two pvc plates. By inserting the wedges plate
into the housing and then turning it, the housing
will widen and the trolley can be taken out easily.
When inserting the trolley again, the two plates
can be used to guide it into the housing. wedge
OBA collector trolley

AKAPP NO. DESCRIPTION length re d w hite grey m ax. IP23 s ealing rubber IP44 HS, extra
(m ) poles AS7 applicible w ith AS7 protection
1014140 End cap red EN7 0,30 x 7 x x x
1014800 End cap w hite EN7W 0,30 x 7 x x x
1014370 End cap red for RNHS7 ENHS7 0,30 x 7 x x x x
1014690 Eid cap f or RNV7 ENV7 0,30 x 7 x x x
1015030 Inspection unit red UN7 0,30 x 7 x
1015260.B0000 Inspection unit red for RNHS7 UNHS7 0,30 x 7 x x

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 Collector trolleys:
standard series for high performance
The current conduction of the Multiconductor to the device The standard collector trolleys, supplied with low wear Ny-
to be fed is effected through the collector trolley. The contact lon wheels, are suitable for traverse speeds up to 100 m/
with the flat copper conductors is maintained uninterruptedly min. For higher traverse speeds, for heavy duty and/or for
by means of flexible, extreme wear-resistant carbon brushes dusty environments the collector trolleys are fitted with dust
manufactured from a specific bronze-coal alloy. The collector proof, ball bearing wheels (type “S”). See also special
trolley is pulled into the Multiconductor by the moving ma- current collectors, page 11. For traverse speeds > 250 m/
chine to be fed and by means of a trolley towing arm mounted min. special instructions with regard to the Multiconductor
onto this machine. The uninterrupted copper conductors of installation are applied.
the Multiconductor system ensure extreme high traverse On page 22 you’ll find more information on all collector trolley
speeds. series concerning maintenance and spare parts.

Standard collector trolleys

178

Multiconductor collector trolleys are availabIe for range 2 to 146

108
7 conductors with current carrying capacities of 35A, 70A
and 100A (duty cycle 60%) or 27,11A, 54,22A and 77,46A
(duty cycle 100%).

159
ø32
Applicable from -20°C (types ../LT from -30°C) up to +80°C.

57
AKAPP
HO LLA ND
C-7

These collector trolleys are fitted as standard with a supply

29
AKAPP

cable. The connection with the apparatus/machine to be fed

is via a transition box (ordered separately) which can be
located adjacent to the collector trolley towing arm position
(see page 14). CL7-7-35 CL7-7-35/E

Selection chart of standard collector trolleys + transition 286

boxes 216
108
A max. 35 70 100
number type type type type type type
of poles trolley trans.box trolley trans.box trolley trans.box

159
ø32
2 CL7-2-35 CL7-2-70 CL7-2-100

57
3 CL7-3-35 TTB35-4 CL7-3-70 TTB70-4 CL7-3-100 TTB100-4

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4 CL7-4-35 CL7-4-70 CL7-4-100
AKAP P AKAP P

5 CL7-5-35 CL7-5-70 CL7-5-100

6 CL7-6-35 TTB35-7 CL7-6-70 TTB70-7 CL7-6-100 TTB 100-7
179
7 CL7-7-35 CL7-7-70 CL7-7-100

When application of 2 or 3 separate collector trolleys per CL7-7-70

apparatus to be fed (e.g. for transfer installations), the 394
324
following transition boxes are used:
2x108=216
2 collector trolleys CL7-2 up to 4-35 transition box TTB70-4
2 collector trolleys CL7-5 up to 7-35 transition box TTB70-7
2 collector trolleys CL7-2 up to 4-70 transition box TTB200-4-6
159

2 collector trolleys CL7-5 up to 7-70 transition box TTB200-7-6 ø32

57

2 collector trolleys CL7-2 up to 4-100 transition box TTB200-4-6

2 collector trolleys CL7-5 up to 7-100 transition box TTB200-7-6
AKAPP AKAPP AKAPP

3 collector trolleys CL7-2 up to 4-35 transition box TTB100-4

3 collector trolleys CL7-5 up to 7-35 transition box TTB100-7
287
3 collector trolleys CL7-2 up to 4-70 transition box TTB200-4-6
3 collector trolleys CL7-5 up to 7-70 transition box TTB200-7-6
CL7-7-100
Carbon brushes 6
The collector trolleys are supplied as standard with carbon
brushes for 35A, positioned according to the table below.
The brushes in positions 4 and 5 are both fitted as double 3 2
brushes (“twin brushes”). Twin brushes are smaller than the
others and their capacity is 35A per set. Advantages of this 5 4
construction are a perfect balanced collector trolley and an
improved transmission of control signals. 7 1

CARBON BRUSH TYPES Standard brushes Silver graphite brushes*

Bruhs position in for normal for silvered
Application Art. no. Art. no.
collector trolley conductors conductors
Phase brush** norm. 1,2,3 and 6 1411021 K91P 1412221 KZ91P
Phase brush** twin 4 and 5 1410601 C91D 1410621 CZ91D
Ground brush 7 1410521 C91A 1410531 CZ91A
* Silver graphite brushes are softer than the conductors Schedule brush positions
** Also suitable for DC in CL7

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 Collector trolleys:
adaptions for special applications
Apart from the numerous models of the standard collector trolley that fits the specific needs. You can of course also
trolleys, a vast array of special models are possible and order trolleys with the adaptions you need. In the table below,
available. an overview of the possibilities is listed, together with the
The collector trolleys of the CL7 series can easily be adapted respective suffix. Please refer to these suffixes when orde-
to exceptional circumstances such as installations with very ring.
high traverse speeds, transfer guides, curves, expansion For unlisted models, please contact your supplier of AKAPP -
gaps etcetera. STEMMANN.
In many cases, the available pre-mounted wheel sets make Current collector trolleys series S(L)7 and NLHS7 are
the right adaption. The dove-tail construction makes it very available for installations with curves or housing type HS,
easy to install or exchange the wheel sets and create the extra protection.

Current collecting capacity doubles when parrallel

connecting copper conductors.
A Multiconductor with 7 copper conductors offers the oppor-
tunity to double the current capacity when 3 phase ~, by L2
application of 2 conductors per phase in parallel. The 7 th
L3
conductor is utilised for the earth supply. The extra capacity
is also reflected with regard to the selection of suitable col-
lector trolleys.
L1
Selection chart of 7-pole trolleys and transition boxes
for installations with copper conductors in parallel for 3
phase+earth feed.
A type number type
max. trolley of poles trans. box
70 CL7-7-35 4 TTB70-4
140 CL7-7-70 4 TTB140-4-2
200 CL7-7-100 4 TTB200-4-6 RN7-7-160/parallel
280 CL7-7-70 2 pcs 4 TTB400-4-6
400 CL7-7-100 2 pcs 4 TTB400-4-6

Collector trolleys for special applications

There is a number of possibilities to adapt the standard
current collector series CL7. Wheel sets are available that
can be mounted or exchanged easily by means of dove-tail
connections (see photo).
In the table below a number of special performances is listed Dove-tail
with its respective suffix. connections

Extra wheel (../E)

Performance Type Performance Type

Expansion (KEV's) CL7-..-../E Low temperatures * CL7-..-../LT
Top wheels CL7-..-../T 90 degree gland CL7-..-../HWK
Side and top wheels CL7-..-../TZ Silver graphite brushes CL7-..-../AG
Dust proof wheels CL7-..-../S Special cable length CL7-..-/..M
High travel speeds * CL7-..-../S Transfer guide (ITKN) CLTK7-..-..
For galvanising plants CL7-..-../V Transfer guide (ITN) CLTG7-..-..
* from 100 m/min. * up to -30 °C
Top wheels (beared ../T/S, Double top wheels with
or not beared ../T) side wheels (../TZ)
Collector trolleys for Multiconductor RNHS7
Type NLHS7-..-..
For Multiconductor type RNHS7 special trolleys with an
elongated lower moulding are utilised.

Collector trolleys for curves

Type S7-..-35
For installations with curves of a radius < 800 mm , special
flexible current collectors are required. See also page 18.
More information via your AKAPP-STEMMANN supplier. NLHS7-7-35 S7-4-35
(for RNHS7) (for BRN7)

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 Collector trolleys:
economic collector trolleys series C4
If an application with AKAPP Multiconductor requires no It is recommended to use a transition box when connecting
critical demands to the collector trolley, it is possible to apply the trolley with the apparatus to be fed. This box (order
a trolley of the C(L)4 series. These collector trolleys are separately) can be mounted on the towing arm (see figure
available only for systems with 4 conductors. The 70A and on page 13).
100A collector trolleys are formed by mounting 2 resp. 3
These collector trolleys are supplied with Nylon wheels,
separate trolleys 35A on a metal strip (see the figures
suitable for traverse speeds up to 60 m/min. For higher
opposite).
traverse speeds, for heavy duty and/or dusty environ-
All collector trolleys can be delivered with or without 1 m ments you should use collector trolleys of series ‘C(L)7-..’.
cable (type "C4-..", resp. "CL4-.."). See page 10 and further for more details.

Standard collector trolleys 140

110
Series C4 collector trolleys are availabIe for 4 76

conductors with current carrying capacities of

35A, 70A and 100A (duty cycle 60%).

142
Applicable from -20°C up to +80°C. ø 30

44
These collector trolleys are fitted as standard

25
with a supply cable. The connection with the
apparatus/machine to be fed is via a transition
box (ordered separately) which can be located
adjacent to the collector trolley towing arm
position (see page 14). 140
ø3
0 CL4-35

122,3
12

262

CL4-70
140
0
ø3

122,3
12

430
Carbon brushes
CL4-100
The collector trolleys are supplied as standard with carbon
brushes for 35A, according to the table below.

CARBON BRUSH TYPES Standard brushes

Bruhs position in
Art. no. Application for normal conductors
collector trolley
1411021 Phase brush cmpl. 1,2 and 3 K91P
1410521 Ground brush cmpl. 4 C91A

cable gland permits

cable out to
Transition boxes for collector trolleys apparatus to be fed

This unit facilitates the connection of the flexible cable

from the collector trolley with the fixed wiring from the
apparatus/machine being fed.
Using the included attachments, the transition box can be
mounted easily on the (AKAPP) towing arm or close to the
apparatus/ machine.
Types of transition boxes:
type for trolley inlet outlet
TTB35-4 C(L)4-35 1xM32 1xM32 cable glands permit
trolley cables in
TTB70-4 C(L)4-70 2xM32 1xM40
TTB100-4 C(L)4-100 3xM32 1xM40 TTB70-4

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 Collector trolleys series CL4-40:
the compact solution for double brushes per phase
AKAPP offers the possibility to use a singular collector trolley, The CL4-40 is a 4 pole trolley, capacity 40 Amps at 60%
type CL4-40, with double brushes. This trolley applies to the duty cycle at 50 °C. Applicable from -20°C up to +80°C.
IEC 60204.32.13.8.2 standard, describing the situations The CL4-40 uses twin carbon brushes C91D for phases and
whereas conductor bar systems need to apply double carbon special twin ground brushes C91DA.
brushes. All CL4-40 trolleys are available with cable lengths of 1, 2, 3,
The CL4-40 trolley is a good and cost effective solution for 4 or 5m. For standard cable length 1m you do not need to
those cases whereas the above standard is applied. indicate anything. For other cable lengths add /2M, /3M, /4M
In addition, the CL4-40 will improve the cost effectiveness of or /5M to the type description.
systems that are controlled by frequency inverters.

Standard collector trolleys

178
Type CL4-40 146
108
4-pole trolley with standard wheels. Max. speed 100 m/min.
For all RN-types of housings.
Standard fitted with 1m cable. ø32

141
57
Type CL4-40/S
4-pole trolley with ball beared wheels. Max. speed CL4-40
250 m/min.
For all RN-types of housings.
Standard fitted with 1m cable.

Note: Trolleys without cable are also possible. Please cancel

the “L” in the type description; e.g. type ‘C4-40’ is a 40 Amps
trolley without cable.

Collector trolley assemblies CL4-40/S

Type CL4-40/BMV/TTB
For easy ordering, we created a fully assembled version of
the collector trolley CL4-40, complete with towing arm BMV35
and trolley transition box TTB70. See table below for order
reference. For dimensions see table on page 14 (top).

Carbon brushes and wheel sets

The following parts are applicable:
AKAPP NO. DESCRIPTION TYPE
1410601 Carbon brush twin phase C91D *)
1410521 Carbon brush twin ground C91DA
1630100 Wheel set standard (grey) W *)
1630110 Wheel set high speed (blue) WS *)
*) similar as on CL7 collector

CL4-40/BMV/TTB

AKAPP NO DESCRIPTION EXTENSIONS m ax In (A) num ber m ax. APPLICABLE FOR

ext. ext. (ID=100%) of s pee d expansion dus t acid RNHS data vertical
1 2 poles m /m in joint (KEV) proof proof profile silvered curves
1088600 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 31,00 4 100 - x - - - -
1088600.B0002 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /2M 31,00 4 100 - x - - - -
1088600.B0003 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /3M 31,00 4 100 - x - - - -
1088600.B0004 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /4M 31,00 4 100 - x - - - -
1088600.B0005 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /5M 31,00 4 100 - x - - - -
1088620 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /S 31,00 4 250 - x - - - -
1088620.B0002 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /S /2M 31,00 4 250 - x - - - -
1088620.B0003 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /S /3M 31,00 4 250 - x - - - -
1088620.B0004 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /S /4M 31,00 4 250 - x - - - -
1088620.B0005 Collector trolley + cable CL4-40 /S /5M 31,00 4 250 - x - - - -
1088640 Trolley assembly CL4-40/BMV/TTB 31,00 4 100 - x - - - -

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 Accessoires for collector trolleys:
towing arms, transition boxes
A towing arm is attached to the moving machinery and Attention: The towing connector on the arm should be instal-
connected to the collector trolley via chains. led 10 mm lower than the towing connection on the trolley in
the highest position and at 30 mm lower than the towing
The arrangement is such that when pulling in either direction
connection on the trolley in the lowest position and should
one of the collector towing chains is taut, the other remaining
be aligned directly below the housing opening in the vertical
slack. In this way lateral movements of the crane, hoist, etc.
plane.
are not transmitted to the trolley.
A transition box can be mounted on the towing arm or close
This tolerance provides ultimate security of service!
by the apparatus/machine. This unit facilitates the connection
of the flexible cable from the collector trolley with the fixed
wiring from the apparatus/machine being fed.

Standard performances towing arms BMV35 + BMV70+ BMV100 +

TTB35 TTB70 TTB100

165
Type BMV35 for collector trolleys 35A A 370 505 640
B 175 175 195

Ø15
Type BMV70 for collector trolleys 70A C 115 115 160
D 70 70 80
Type BMV100 for collector trolleys 100A In 1xM32 2xM32 3xM32

D
M40 Out 1xM32 1xM40 1xM40
40x40 or
50x50 A

M out

Types of transition boxes for collector

trolleys
54

type trans. dimensions connecting

B
cable inlets
box lxwxh mm terminals
TTB35-4 4 st. 4 mm2
and 175x115x70 2 glands M32
TTB35-7 7 st. 4 mm2
M in
TTB70-4 4 st. 10 mm2 2 glands M32 85 C
and 175x115x70
1 gland M40
TTB70-7 7 st. 10 mm2
BMV + TTB
TTB100-4 4 st. 16 mm2 3 glands M32
and 195x160x80
1 gland M40
TTB100-7 7 st. 16 mm2 BMV35 + TTB35-4
2 2 glandsM32
TTB140-4-2 195x160x80 4 st. 35 mm
1 gland M50

TTB200-4-6 4 st. bolts M10 6 glands M32

and 300x250x145 1 special inlet
TTB200-7-6 7 st. bolts M10 20-70 mmØ
6 glands M32
TTB400-4-6 300x250x145 7 st. bolts M10 1 special inlet
20-70 mmØ

The box types TTB35 up to TTB140 can be

mounted directly on the fastening clamp of the
towing arm type BMV. The box types TTB200
and TTB400 are supplied with 4 holes Ø7 mm, BMV70 + TTB70-4 BMV100 + TTB100-7
which ensures easy mounting of these boxes
to the apparatus to be fed.

178
86,2

Spring loaded towing arm

For installations with large transfer guides (type gat 9 x 18 (4x)
86

ITN7, see page 16) special spring loaded towing

30

60

arms are supplied (see picture).

15

Type MVSP35 for trolleys 35A

90
325

CL7-7-35 + MVSP

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 Overview standard collector trolleys,
towing arms and transition boxes
In the chart below you can view the most common standard The other charts show all towing arms and transition boxes
collector trolleys of the series CL7 and NLHS7. The AKAPP including their reference numbers.
reference numbers and some details are listed for each type.
This overview however does not show all possibilities. For
further information on this (see also page 11), we recommend
you to contact your AKAPP-STEMMANN supplier.

Selection chart standard collector trolleys Selection chart towing arms

APPLICABLE FOR FOR CURRENT
AKAPP NO DESCRIPTION

transfer guides ITKN7

expansion joint (KEV)
max In (A) (ID=100%)

ttransfer guides ITN7

COLLECTOR

HS, extra protection

max. speed m/min.
1019050 Towing arm BMV35 ..-..-35
number of poles

1019130 Towing arm BMV70 ..-..-70

1019210 Towing arm BMV100 ..-..-100
AKAPP NO. DESCRIPTION
1018940 Towing arm, stainl.st. BMV35-R ..-..-35

silvered
vertical
1019830 Towing arm, stainl.st. BMV70-R ..-..-70
1019910 Towing arm, stainl.st. BMV100-R ..-..-100
1019440 Spring loaded arm MVSP35 ..-..-35
1088470 Collector trolley + cable CL4-35 27,11 4 80 - - - - - -
1089360 Collector trolley + cable CL4-70 54,22 4 80 - - - - - -
1089750 Collector trolley + cable CL4-100 77,46 4 80 - - - - - -

1093440.0 Collector trolley + cable CL7-4-35 27,11 4 100 - - - - - -

1093510.0 Collector trolley + cable CL7-5-35 27,11 5 100 - - - - - -
1093580.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CL7-6-35 27,11 6 100 - - - - - -
1093650.0 Collector trolley + cable CL7-7-35 27,11 7 100 - - - - - -
Selection chart transition boxes
1093860.0 Collector trolley + cable CL7-4-70 54,22 4 100 - - - - - -
1093930.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CL7-5-70 54,22 5 100 - - - - - - AKAPP NO. DESCRIPTION
1094000.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CL7-6-70 54,22 6 100 - - - - - -
1020000 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB35-4
1094070.0 Collector trolley + cable CL7-7-70 54,22 7 100 - - - - - -
1020010 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB35-7
1094280.0 Collector trolley + cable CL7-4-100 77,46 4 100 x - - - - - 1020020 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB70-4
1094350.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CL7-5-100 77,46 5 100 x - - - - - 1020030 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB70-7
1094420.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CL7-6-100 77,46 6 100 x - - - - - 1020040 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB100-4
1094490.0 Collector trolley + cable CL7-7-100 77,46 7 100 x - - - - - 1020050 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB100-7
1020060 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB140-4-2
1094720.0 Collector trolley + cable CLTG7-4-35 27,11 4 100 - x - - - -
1020090 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB200-4-6
1094780.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTG7-5-35 27,11 5 100 - x - - - -
1020100 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB200-7-6
1094840.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTG7-6-35 27,11 6 100 - x - - - -
1020120 Transition box for coll.trolleys TTB400-4-6
1094900.0 Collector trolley + cable CLTG7-7-35 27,11 7 100 - x - - - -

1095120.0 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-4-35 27,11 4 100 - - x - - x

1095180.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-5-35 27,11 5 100 - - x - - x
1095240.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-6-35 27,11 6 100 - - x - - x
1095300.0 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-7-35 27,11 7 100 - - x - - x

1095480.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-4-70 54,22 4 100 - - x - - x

1095540.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-5-70 54,22 5 100 - - x - - x
Transition boxes for collector trolleys, not to be mounted
1095600.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-6-70 54,22 6 100 - - x - - x
on the towing arm. Cable shoes are not included.
1095660.0 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-7-70 54,22 7 100 - - x - - x
See page 14 for more information.
1095840.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-4-100 77,46 4 100 - - x - - x
1095900.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-5-100 77,46 5 100 - - x - - x
1095960.B0000 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-6-100 77,46 6 100 - - x - - x
1096020.0 Collector trolley + cable CLTK7-7-100 77,46 7 100 - - x - - x

1072020.B0000 Coll.trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-4-35 27,11 4 100 - x x x - -

1072170.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-5-35 27,11 5 100 - x x x - -
1072250.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-6-35 27,11 6 100 - x x x - -
1072330.0 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-7-35 27,11 7 100 - x x x - -

1076820.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-4-70 54,22 4 100 - - x x - -

1076970.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-5-70 54,22 5 100 - - x x - - TTB200-4-6 TTB200-7-6 TTB400-4-6
1077010.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-6-70 54,22 6 100 - - x x - -
1077160.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-7-70 54,22 7 100 - - x x - -

1080430.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-4-100 77,46 4 100 x - x x - -

1080510.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-5-100 77,46 5 100 x - x x - -
1080660.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-6-100 77,46 6 100 x - x x - -
1080740.B0000 Coll. trolley for RNHS7 NLHS7-7-100 77,46 7 100 x - x x - -

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 Other components:
transfer guides
These units are for the passage of collector trolleys through
conductor transfers on e.g. turn or slide switches (see
drawing). The type is related to the mechanical tolerance of
the transfer system itself.
The correct execution of a transfer guide shall be
detailed by your AKAPP -STEMMANN supplier after
receipt of a clear description and a situation drawing
of the installation to be fed.

Type ITN7
647 +/-5 500
Suitable for mechanical tolerances vertical and
horizontal planes of less than 10 mm; infinite
gap. 103 200

Type ITNHS7 116

for Multiconductor RNHS7

Type ITKN7
Suitable for mechanical tolerances, vertical and 518 +/-2 500
59

horizontal planes less than 2 mm and gap less

than 3 mm.
33
Type ITKNHS7
92

for Multiconductor RNHS7

N.B.1. It is important to consider the travel

speed on transfer systems. This transfer guide includes: 1 trumpet to which is fitted 500 mm of housing RN7, in
which are already fitted copper conductors CU 125 (ITN7) or CU80 (ITKN7), 500 mm
N.B.2. The transfer guides are not suitable for of housing RN7 to attach the transfer guide section to the Multiconductor (incl. moun-
switching higher currents. ting material). To be ordered separate: a line feed box for shrouding the connection
between the trumpet housing and opposite RN7-housing and 2 fixed point clamps
placed each side of the line feed.
space between transf. guides <= 3mm

sealing strips AS7 applicable

horizontal tolerance <=2mm
vertical tolerance <= 2mm

protection degree IP23

max. number of poles

HS, extra protection

DESCRIPTION
AKAPP NO.

max. temp.
min. temp.
length
white
right
left

red

m °C °C
1016310 Transfer guide large red ITN7-L x x 1,15 -30 60 7 x x
1016540 Transfer guide large red ITN7-R x x 1,15 -30 60 7 x x

1017830.B0000 Transfer guide large, white ITN7W-L x x 1,15 -30 60 7 x x

1017840.B0000 Transfer guide large, white ITN7W-R x x 1,15 -30 60 7 x x

1016770.B0000 Transfer guide large ITNHS7-L for RNHS7 x x 1,15 -30 60 7 x x x

1017510.B0000 Transfer guide large ITNHS7-R for RNHS7 x x 1,15 -30 60 7 x x x

1016630.B0000 Transfer guide vicat ITNV7-L x 1,15 -20 80 7 x x

1016640.B0000 Transfer guide vicat ITNV7-R x 1,15 -20 80 7 x x

1017040 Transfer guide, small red ITKN7-L x x x x x -30 60 7 x x

1016930 Transfer guide, small red ITKN7-R x x x x x 1,025 -30 60 7 x x

1017270.B0000 Transfer guide small ITKNHS7-L for RNHS7 x x x x x 1,025 -30 60 7 x x x

1018710.B0000 Transfer guide small ITKNHS7-R for RNHS7 x x x x x 1,025 -30 60 7 x x x

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 Other components:
conductor isolation sections
Copper conductor isolation sections are used in the event It is important to consider the correct compensation for
an electrical division between one single or various the expansion differences.
conductors for i.e. control, is required. If one or more isolation sections are applied, we strongly
Two models are available: recommend you to send us a situation drawing of the
SO7 - for electrical isolation of 1 - 7 strips feeding system to determine the correct execution of it.
SO1/SRN1 - for electrical isolation of 1 strip

Conductor isolation sections

Type SO7 180
This isolation section is fitted into a Multicon-
ductor in between 2 housings RN7. This sec-
82

tion is shrouded with one of the line feed boxes

(see page 7, ordered separately) on each side
of which a fixed point clamp is positioned (2
pc., ordered separately).
90mm isolated

SO7
Type SOHS7 for Multiconductor RNHS7.
112,5
92,5

Similar to S07, but with spacer strips at the

bottom, for use with extra hand-safe housing
RNHS7.

Speclal conductor isolation sections:

Type S01
In case only 1 or 2 isolations in the controlling 51,4
current conductors are required, these small
38 50,6
86,3

isolation sections can be used. At the position

of the required isolation, slots are made in the
housing, through which the copper conductors 45,5 20
are bent outwards. A small isolation section is
then placed between the conductors after which
the assembly is enclosed by a small cover SO1
45x38x20 mm. Connecting of a supply cable is
possible by piercing a hole in the cover. When
sealed with silicone-mastic (not supplied) this
unit is also suitable for outdoor installations.
Type SRN1
This prepared housing (200 mm length) is avai- 51,4
lable as an alternative to cutting slots in the
86,3

standard housing and is fitted in the Multicon-

ductor by means of 2 joint clamps typeVN7.
37

200

SRN1

N.B. The conductor isolation section is not suitable

for switching higher currents.

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 Curved tracks:
horizontal and vertical
The AKAPP Multiconductor is also used for curved instal-
lations such as i.e. at concrete skipper installations.
In general the curved segments are made to measure in the
required radius.
A correct drawing is therefore of utmost importance.
Horizontal curves do not have a marking strip and no anti-
reverse rib in the conductor, which implicates that it is not
required to take the positioning thereof into consideration
with regard the other conductor segments, when ordering.

Curved housings

Type BRN7- . . . . (radius)

Horizontal curves are available from R=600 mm
and vertical curves from R=1800 mm (center Horizontal curve BRN7
sizes, see drawing).
In curves the center distance of the hanger sup-
port varies from 600 - 1000 mm (in general min.
2 hanger supports per curved section).
Vertical curves exist in 2 variaties:
concave: biggest radius at the bottom (=ope-
ning) of the housing;
convex: smallest radius at the bottom of the vertical curve, vertical curve,
housing. See drawings. concave convex

Type BRNHS7- .. (radius)

Curves for Multiconductor RNHS7.

Collector trolleys in installations

with curves
For installations with curves, only 35A collector
trolleys should be used. It is possible to use
more collector trolleys in parallel for higher
current capacities. For curves with bending
radius <800 mm the flexible trolley type S7-..- S7-4-35
35 is used (see photo). See also page 11.

Copper conductors in curved Pre-bend strips are required for installations

tracks with following conductors and radii
(horizontal or vertical):
Should, when horizontal curves are applicable,
copper conductor type curves up to radius R
the copper channel in the topside also be used
for a copper conductor, these conductors can CU35 *) 1200 mm
be supplied as pre-bend. However this depends CU50 *) 1500 mm
on radius of the curve as well as on the thick- CU80 2000 mm
ness of the conductors. The same applies for CU125 2500 mm
vertical curves and the copper conductors in CU160 3000 mm
the side of the Multiconductor. See table.
*) Copper conductors Cu35 and Cu50
In all other cases the copper conductors can
be rolled directly from the drum through the can not be pre-bend. If required, Cu80
curves. shall be applied in the curve(s).

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 Installation tools:
for optimal efficiency
AKAPP Multiconductor can easily be installed. All components It is of importance to use the products as detailed below,
have been designed as such that a combined installation is whenever possible. You could save time. Read the
perfectly suitable. instructions carefully and prior to the use of said products.
However several operations during the installation process Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact
may be arranged even more efficient if you should opt for the your AKAPP- STEMMANN supplier. Further information can
auxiliary tools as detailed below. Therefore, we strongly be obtained via our web site as well (see front cover).
recommend you to add these tools to the delivery (refer to the Our Engineering staff could ensure the perfect installation of
relevant product). your AKAPP Multiconductor, if so required. We would be
pleased to submit a fitting quotation!

Copper pulling-cassette
This device can be included in all new installa-
tions of the AKAPP Multiconductor.
The copper rolls are placed onto the cassette
after which the roll will be rolled off smoothly.
The roll is provided with a feed-through aper-
ture. A limiter prevents the rolling off of the roll
onto the platform.

Copper pulling-block
In order to smoothen the pulling of the copper
conductor into the copper channels of the
Multiconductor, a wooden pulling block can be
included in all new complete installations. This
pulling block includes a drawbar eye into which
a rope can be attached. To be used in combi-
nation with the aforementioned copper pulling
cassette.

Pressing tool for sealing strips

To be used for the easy application of the flexible
rubber seal AS7 to the bottom side of the
Multiconductor. In one single movement, the
rubber strips can be applied to both rubber
channels of the Multiconductor.

Copper straightener
It is strongly recommended to use this tool for
the easy mounting of the copper conductors
125A and 160A in the Multiconductor. The stret-
cher eliminates the ridged form of the copper
during the mounting thereof. This is mainly of
importance with regard to track lengths from
approximately 50 meter.

AKAPPNO DESCRIPTION length AS7 HS CU CU AKAPPNO DESCRIPTION length size max.

>25m 125 160 >25m inner core outer-ø Cu
mm mm
1807260.B0000 Copper cassette 40x40 cm compl x 245 350
1003610 Pulling block for conductors x 1807340.B0000 Copper cassette 50x50 cm compl x 245 450
1003760 Pressing tool for AS7 Tom Thumb x x 1807420.B0000 Copper cassette 60x60 cm compl x 455 550
1003800 Press. tool for AS7 for RNHS5/7 x x x 1807420.B0000 Copper cassette 60x60 cm compl x 455 550
1003920 Straight.device f.copper CU125 x x 1807650.B0000 Copper cassette 80x80 cm compl x 455 750
1003950 Straight.device f.copper CU160 x x 1807650.B0000 Copper cassette 80x80 cm compl x 455 750
1039510 Reel with core for AS7 x x 1807730.B0000 Copper cassette 90x90 cm compl x 455 850
1807810.B0000 Copper cassette 100x100cm cpl x 455 950

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 More on Multiconductor:
technical data and ordering references
General technical data System extensions
Nominal voltage: 660 Volt. Under humid conditions and on It is generally possible to increase the length of an existing
all outdoor installations for the 6 and 7-pole Multiconductor system utilising standard components. Please consult the
systems: 500 Volt. AKAPP - STEMMANN sales office giving full details of the
existing system and required extension.
For further technical details refer to the components descrip-
tion in this catalogue. Design and dimensions
Comprehensive installation instructions will accompany every We reser ve the right to amend dimensions/design of
AKAPP conductor system. components in the interests of design advancement without
prior notification.

Multiconductor internal heating

When extreme stringent circumstance apply and condensa-
tion and ice is to be prevented, the Multiconductor can be B
heated along a part or the entire length of the system.
copper-
Type ESR20 (A), Insulated. conductors

For up to 6-pole systems. 1 channel fitted with heating strip, A

covered with plastic strip. Max. track length 60 m. Connecting
voltage: AC 230V. Automatic control of the required capacity C
based on the ambient temperature. Capacity 10W/m at +10°C. stainless steel
strips

Type VB7 (B), Insulated.

For up to 7-pole systems. Pull into slot next to anti-reverse
rib. Max. track length 80 m. Connecting voltage AC 230V. Self
regulating. Capacity 23W/m at +5°C.
ESR20 VB7 SS TAPE
Type SS TAPE (C), Not insulated.
For systems including a minimum of 2 free channels. Stainless
steel strip 13x0,5mm; R=0,1106 Ω/m. Not self regulating;
transformer and thermostat needed (not included).

Example for ordering indoor installation Example for ordering outdoor installation
1 AKAPP Multiconductor type RN7-4-35, 3 phase + earth, 1 AKAPP Multiconductor type RN7-5-125, 3 phase,neutral,
without flexible sealing strips, track length 50 m, 4 poles, earth, with flexible sealing strips, track length 85 m, 5 poles,
nominal capacity up to 35A, duty cycle 80%, with end feed. nominal capacity up to 125A, duty cycle 80%, with line feed
Apparatus to be fed: 1 overhead crane, maximum total power at 24 m. Apparatus to be fed: 2 cranes, 25 kW each, 400V,
7,5 kW, 400V, speed 40 m/min, in warehouse, dry, no speed 90 m/min, in concrete industry, alternate dusty, humid
excessive dust, ambient temperatures from +10°C up to and corrosive, ambient temperatures from -15°C up to +35°C.
+35°C. Supports every 2m.. Supports every 1,33 m.
The installation consists of: The installation consists of:
48 m type RN7 PVC housing (12 x 4 m) 84 m type RN7 PVC housing (21 x 4 m)
2 m type RN7 PVC housing (1 x 2 m) 1 m type RN7 PVC housing (1 x 1 m)
200 m type CU35 copper conductor 35A (4 x 50 m) 1 pc type RN7-LCH line feed clamp holder
25 pcs type BN7-Z sliding hangers, galvanised 170 m type AS7 flexible sealing strips (2 x 85 m)
13 pcs type VN7-Z joint clamps, galvanised 425 m type CU50 copper conductor 50A (5 x 85 m)
1 pc type VMN7-Z fixed point clamps, galvanised 64 pcs type BN7-L sliding hangers, galv. + coated
1 rl type T50 isolation tape (10 m) 22 pcs type VN7-L joint clamps, galv. + coated
1 pc type EBS32 end feed box 2 pcs type VMN7-L fixed point clamps, galv. + coated
1 pc type EN7 end cap 1 rl type T50 isolation tape (10 m)
1 pc type CL4-35 collector trolley 1 pc type LB63 line feed box
1 pc type BMV35 towing arm 5 pcs type LC200 feed clamps
1 pc type TTB35-4 transition box 2 pcs type EN7 end caps
and recommended: 2 pcs type CL7-5-70 collector trolleys
26 pcs type UH330 support brackets 2 pcs type BMV70 towing arms
2 pcs type TTB70-7 transition boxes
and recommended:
66 pcs type UH500 support brackets

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 Installation examples:
system configuration
The construction method to be used with the AKAPP Most common installations with one feed point at the end or
Multiconductor is based on “controlled expansion”. This gua- somewhere along the installation (see illustration below,
rantees the solution of expansion related problems which examples A or B) are mounted on the basis of free expansion.
coincide with three different elements: synthetics, copper and The expansion movement takes place from the fixed point.
suspension frame. The linear expansion and shrinking of the Maximum lengths for application of fixed joints type VN7
PVC conductor housing is 0.07 mm/°C/m. Which is the 5- are mentioned in the list on page 3.
fold of copper conductors to be mounted into the conductor
housing as well as the suspension frame. For installations where the required system is longer than
stated in this list or where similar to one of the applications
The AKAPP Multiconductor design permits the free move- C up to F, please refer to your AKAPP- STEMMANN sales
ment of the three elements thus resolving problems often office for additional installation instructions.
experienced with other systems.

Multiconductor system construction

Multiconductor system configuration End feed

2200 2000 2000 n x 2000
EB/ 300 1533 1333 1333 1333 1333 1333 n x 1333
EBS

500 500

4000 4000 n x 4000

Multiconductor systeem configuration Line feed

n x 2000 2228* 2228* 2000 2000 n x 2000

n x 1333 1561* 1561* 1333 1333 1333 1333 n x 1333

LB

300 300 500

n x 4000 57* 4000 4000 n x 4000

With AKAPP Multiconductor an optimum reliability is achieved by the unique composition of this conductor
system. We offer our experience following many years of service to industry, covering practically all
types of ambient conditions.
We should be most pleased to assist with your system selection. Please do not hesitate to seek the
advice of our specialised sales team. For more information you can visit our web site: www.akapp.com.
All information in this brochure is under proviso. All dimensions in this brochure are in mm.

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 Appendix:
Maintenance and spare parts of collector trolleys
When replacing or revising an AKAPP collector trolley, the Further information on installing AKAPP collector trolleys can
information below needs your special attention to prevent be found in the respective manual instruction.
accidents or failures of the installation.
AKAPP-STEMMANN can provide all extensive manual
Older trolley models (serie “S”) have a different numbering instructions concerning our conductor bar system and/or
of the cable wires to the brushes. other products on demand.
The table below shows all information concerning the spare Please visit our webiste www.akapp.com for more information
parts, used in each trolley model. or contact our head office by phone or fax. The references
are on the front of this brochure.

ATTENTION!
6 7 Trolley type S7 has different cable numbering
3 2 3 6
Please check before installing that the internal wiring of the
5 4 5 2
trolley is correct!
7 1 1 4
Length of the towing chains for 35A trolleys is 5 links and
for 70A and 100A trolleys 6 links.

C7/N7 S7

Spare parts

108 76,5 107,5 89 102

C7 C4 C4-40 S7 N7

AKAPP NO TYPE DESCRIPTION C7 C4 C4-40 S7 N7

1411021 K91P Carbon brush phase x x x
1410521 C91A Carbon brush ground x x
1410601 C91D Carbon brush twin phase x x
1410631 C91DA Carbon brush twin ground x
1412061 K91A Carbon brush ground x
1410130 B91SP Carbon brush phase x
1410210 B91SA Carbon brush ground x
1410050 B91SN Carbon brush neutral x
1630100 W Wheel set x x
1630110 WS Ball beared wheel set x x
1630120 WZ Wheel set + side wheel x x
1630130 WSZ Wheel set ball beared +side wheel x x
1096550 WE Set middle wheel x
1096500 BG Set bow x
1331930 G Gliding shoe x x
1510460 Wheel C4 x
1510230 Wheel x x

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 Special applications:
the sky is the limit!
AKAPP Multiconductor can be applied in installations On this page only a brief section of the numerous
with transfer guides, horizontal and/or vertical curves. possibilities are given.
Even closed curved tracks are a possibility!
For further information, please contact AKAPP -
Your specific configuration can be further and detailed STEMMANN!
adjusted by our professionals to become a perfect
fitting installation!

Four closed curved tracks for feeding of a rotating elevator. Curved installation for window cleaning equipment

A 500 m long enclosed track for a passenger train in the zoo

Feed and control of bridge cranes in a galvanising plant Feed and control of a concrete skipper

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AKAPP - STEMMANN: Flexible with energy!

AKAPP-STEMMANN is a market leader with our

made to order conductor bar systems. We offer you
the best possible solution for almost any application
in whatever the circumstances. We welcome your
inquiries!

Our cable and hose reels prove their worth daily in

numerous applications, spring driven cable reels for
power consumption and control, or spring driven
hose reels for the supply of water, oil, grease and
air. Of course, we can also supply the correct high-
flexible cable to meet your needs!

The sophisticated program of drag chains, made

from metal as well as plastic, are designed for
diverse applications, from automated lathes to
offshore platforms.
AS-2008-07R6

More informations on our products can be found in our brochures. We are happy to send you the catalogues on
request. You can also visit our internet site, www.akapp.com, serving you 24 hours a day!