Rubber Trailing Cables are flexible electrical power cables specially developed for moving and heavy-duty machinery. These cables maintain continuous power supply while equipment such as draglines, excavators, stacker-reclaimers, and mobile industrial machines operate and change position.
They are extensively used in industrial environments including:
Steel manufacturing units
Cement industries
Dockyards and ports
Power generation plants
Automobile manufacturing units
Refineries
Petrochemical facilities
Types of Rubber Trailing Cables
Different applications require different rubber compounds. Common variants include:
Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) cables
Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene (CSP) cables
Neoprene rubber cables
Natural rubber cables
Silicone rubber cables
Key Characteristics
Manufacturers design these cables for durability and performance in harsh working environments.
EPR cables – High flexibility and resistance to heat, ozone, and weathering (ideal for mining and offshore use)
CSP cables – Strong resistance against abrasion, oil, and chemicals (suited for construction and steel plants)
Neoprene cables – Multi-purpose industrial usage including welding equipment
Natural rubber cables – Excellent bending endurance and fatigue resistance for cranes and conveyors
Additional advantages:
Flame retardant construction
UV resistance
Reliable performance in low temperatures
Important Buying Considerations
When selecting Rubber Trailing Cables, evaluate:
Compliance with safety standards
Operating environmental conditions
Flexibility requirement
Electrical load capacity
Mechanical stress resistance
Overall cost efficiency