RAMPTECH GPU Cable Assemblies
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RAMPTECH® banded and single jacket cable assemblies are built to meet or exceed the industries strictest standards.
RAMPTECH® cables are built to withstand the toughest, harshest environmental and operational conditions that exist on today’s airport ramps.
RAMPTECH® molded cable assemblies have integral strain reliefs to help prevent the cable from pulling out of the head.
FEATURES
HIGH QUALITY OVER-MOLDED HEADS
100% SILVER PLATED COPPER ALLOY CONTACTS
HIGHEST QUALITY MIL SPEC C5756C CABLE
100% NONMETALLIC CABLE BANDS
6/1 SINGLE JACKET CABLE OPTIONS
CABLE SIZES: 1/0 (55 MM), 2/0 (70 MM), AND 4/0 (120 MM)
STANDARD LENGTHS AVAILABLE: 30, 40, 50, AND 60 FT (9.14, 12.19, 15.24, AND 18.29 M)
CUSTOM LENGTHS ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
RAMPTECH® CABLES ARE RESISTANT TO:
Abrasion wear
Aircraft de-icing and anti-icing fluids
Extreme heat and cold
Fuels
Oils and lubricants
Ozone
Runway deicing chemicals
Skydrol and other hydraulic fluids
UV and harsh sunlight
GLOBAL INDUSTRY STANDARDS
RAMPTECH® cables meet or exceed all familiar industry specifications
• NATO: AN2551 • CABLE SPEC: C5756 • CONNECTOR SPEC: MIL 25488 • ASSEMBLY SPEC: MIL C7974D
RAMPTECH® AC 400HZ CABLE ASSEMBLIES
PB29, PM29, and PH29 Series Cables
STANDARD 400HZ 6 POLE MOLDED ON CONNECTOR
BANDED ASSEMBLY USING 100% NON-METALLIC BANDS
SPACED EVERY TWO FEET
100% MIL-SPEC C5756-C CABLE
METRIC LENGTHS AVAILABLE
Options
- INTERLOCK CONTROL WIRES
- REVERSE VOLTAGE SENSING
- E & F WIRES JUMPED
BANDED AC CABLE SPECIFICATION
Cable sizes: 1/0, 2/0, and 4/0
Conductor Diameter: 1/0 = 0.40 in. (10 mm)
2/0 = 0.50 in. (13 mm)
4/0 = 0.65 in. (17 mm)
Jacket Diameter: 1/0 = 0.77 in. (29 mm)
2/0 = 0.89 in. (22 mm)
4/0 = 1 in. (26 mm)
Temperature Range: -76°F – 223°F (-50°C – 105°C)
Voltage load Capacity: 1/0 = 230A, 2/0 = 265A,
4/0 = 360A
Voltage Rating: 600V
Weight per ft. (0.3 m): 1/0 = 0.56 lbs. (0.3 kg)
2/0 = 0.71 lbs. (0.3 kg)
4/0 = 1.06 lbs. (0.5 kg)
Jacket Material: Black SBR 0.2 in. wall thickness
Approvals: Mil-C-5756-C
SAE AS-5756
SINGLE JACKET SPECIFICATION
Power Conductors: 6 each AWG #4 Neutral Conductor
1 each AWG #1 Control Conductors
4 x 3 AWG #18 Control Conductors
2 x TP AWG #18
Voltage Rating: 600 VAC
Current Rating: 260 Amperes
Temperature Range: -67°F – 194°F (-55°C – 90°C)
Diameter: 1.65 in. (42 mm)
Bending Radius: 10 in. (254 mm)
Voltage Unbalance: 0.02 Volts*
Voltage Drop: 2.1 Volts*
Weight Per ft. (0.3 m): 2.1 lbs. (1 kg)
Jacket Material: Reinforced Neoprene
RAMPTECH® GPU CABLES ASSEMBLIES LINE-UP
RAMPTECH® 400Hz
PB29 Series / Banded Cable Assemblies – Standard Molded-On Head
PM29 SERIES / Standard Banded Cable with Added HARDHEAD™
PH29 SERIES / Series Standard Banded Cable with HARDHEAD™ and Thermal Protection
This series connector includes a thermal sensing switch molded within the face of the connector. The sensing switch will disconnect external ground power if the temperature of the cable rises to an unsafe level.
28VDC CABLE ASSEMBLIES
PB28, PM28, and PH28 Series Cables
From the original basic no frills cable assembly to the most advanced features, RAMPTECH® has you covered.
Available Features for all 28VDC RAMPTECH® Cables
Banded Cables available in standard 2/0 and 4/0 wire sizes
Most ergonomic designed grip in the industry
Superior built-in strain relief
Industry leading moisture seal
Options
- Interlock Control Wires
- Reverse Voltage Sensing
- HARDHEAD™ Wear Noses
- Thermal Protection
RAMPTECH® 28VDC
PB28 Series / Standard 28VDC Banded Cable Assemblies
PM28 SERIES / Standard 28VDC Banded Cable with HARDHEAD™
PH28 SERIES / Multi-Option Plug with HARDHEAD™ and Thermal Protection
In addition to our HARDHEAD™, this series connector includes a thermal sensing switch molded within the face of the connector. The sensing switch will disconnect external ground power if the temperature of the cable rises to an unsafe level.
Looking for Advanced Feature Sets?
RAMPTECH® provides additional features in the design and operation of the GPU 400Hz cable to improve safety, reliability, and performance
HAVE IT YOUR WAY
PT25, PT26, and PT27 can easily be configured to meet any specific needs.
REPLACEABLE 400HZ HARDHEAD™ PLUG AND HARDHEAD™ WITH THERMAL PROTECTION
REPLACEABLE 400HZ HARDHEADA replaceable HARDHEAD™ allows you to service the cable head when it gets worn, extending the life of your cable.
Have loose contacts? Plug falling off the aircraft? The replacement head has all new contacts.
No special tools required.
P400K / 400Hz Power Cable Test Kit
The most complete cable test kit in the industry.
The most critical component in the 400Hz ground power segment is the service cable between the GPU and aircraft. Proper periodic inspection and maintenance are essential.
P400K TEST KIT INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
P2861 PHASE SEQUENCE TESTER
Voltage and phase checker with test point to read no load voltage with meter
P471 PIN GAUGE TESTER
400Hz plug retention tester with lanyard
P472 GO/NO GO GAUGE
Aircraft receptacle pin tester with non-metallic handle
P473 TENSIONOMETER
Digital inch pound scale with peak reading for power and control plug removal force
P474 IR THERMOMETER
Infrared digital thermometer in Fahrenheit
400HZ POWER PIN BORE BRUSH
Nylon socket cleaning bore brush
RUGGED HARD CASE
16 in. L x 13 in. W x 8 in. H. Includes cutout foam to hold above listed components
