CDM Electronics has announced the availability of semi-custom and custom cable assemblies that are optimized to meet the latest requirements of Positive Train Control (PTC) systems. The PTC coaxial/RF and RJ45 Ethernet assemblies and interconnect systems are specifically engineered to ensure the reliability of PTC wireless networks.
These cable assemblies are designed to prevent train-to-train collisions, derailments caused by excessive speeds, unauthorized train movements in work zones, and the movement of trains through switches left in the wrong position.
Furthermore, the new connector and cable assemblies come in a variety of configurations, including those featuring low-smoke zero-halogen (LSZH). And to ensure the utmost design flexibility, coaxial/RF connector options include BNC, N-Type, SMA, and TNC interfaces in both cable- and surface-mount formats.
CDM’s cable assemblies can be employed across the full spectrum of PTC systems regardless of the functionality being implemented and system architecture utilized, including wayside systems such as non-signal, block signal, cab signal, etc. and the degree of train control.
These cable assemblies are mainly targeted at on-board locomotives and rolling stock, communication and antenna towers, wayside interface units (WIU), base stations, operations control, and SCADA systems. And they are equally suitable for use in signal crossing gates and transit station systems.
Assemblies are manufactured using Times Microwave’s LMR Series low-loss cables, which are self-healing and feature an operating temperature range of –40°F to 185°F. And these low-smoke zero-halogen assemblies meet all applicable CMR, UL/NEC, CSA, and NFPA safety requirements.
CDM Electronics: www.cdmelectronics.com
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