ABB 12556917-738385 RADOX GKW Cable

Product Overview

The ABB 12556917-738385 is a RADOX GKW cable designed for demanding electrical and industrial applications. Available ABB-related documentation identifies it as a RADOX GKW-LW single-core cable with thin-wall insulation and a nominal voltage rating of 600/1000 V AC. It is designed for fixed installation in railway vehicles and is associated with the EN 50306-2 standard.

The cable uses specialized polymer insulation to provide good resistance to heat, oil, fuel, and fire. Its thin-wall construction also helps reduce overall cable size while maintaining the insulation performance required for demanding installations.

Technical Characteristics

The key available characteristics of the 12556917-738385 RADOX GKW include:

• Brand: ABB
• Part Number: 12556917-738385
• Cable Series: RADOX GKW
• Cable Type: RADOX GKW-LW single-core cable
• Nominal Voltage: 600/1000 V AC
• Insulation: Thin-wall, dual-wall polymer insulation
• Hazard Level: M
• Halogen: Halogen-free
• Standard: EN 50306-2
• Primary Installation: Fixed installation in railway vehicles
• Special Properties: Oil, fuel, and low-temperature resistance

ABB-related documentation states that the RADOX GKW-LW design uses high-tech polymers with improved fire behavior and is significantly thinner than conventional cable constructions.

Design and Construction

The 12556917-738385 is based on the RADOX GKW cable technology. Its thin-wall insulation provides a balance between electrical protection and reduced cable dimensions. This can be particularly valuable in applications where installation space and cable weight must be carefully managed.

The insulation system is designed to provide resistance against several demanding environmental influences. In addition, the halogen-free construction can help reduce hazardous corrosive gases in the event of fire.

The cable is also designed to be relatively easy to strip, while its material construction provides resistance to soldering processes and various media.

Main Advantages

The ABB RADOX GKW cable provides several characteristics that support demanding transportation and industrial installations:

• Thin-wall construction saves installation space.
• High-tech polymer insulation provides improved fire behavior.
• Halogen-free design supports safer fire performance.
• Good resistance to oil and fuel.
• Suitable for low-temperature environments.
• Designed according to EN 50306-2 requirements.
• Easier stripping can simplify cable preparation.
• Suitable for fixed railway-vehicle installations.

Consequently, the cable can be useful where electrical reliability, fire performance, and compact installation are all important considerations.

Application Areas

The primary application identified for this cable family is railway electrical installation. ABB-related information specifies that the cores are intended for fixed installation in railway vehicles, with selection and installation guided by EN 50355 and EN 50343.

Potential application environments include:

• Railway vehicles
• Train electrical systems
• Transportation equipment
• Industrial electrical installations
• Control and power wiring
• Equipment exposed to oil or fuel
• Applications requiring halogen-free cable materials

The exact permissible application should always be confirmed against the complete cable specification and project requirements.

Installation and Maintenance

Before installation, technicians should verify the complete 12556917-738385 identification and confirm the required conductor size, voltage rating, routing conditions, and installation environment.

Cable routing should avoid unnecessary mechanical stress, sharp edges, excessive bending, and contact with incompatible materials. The manufacturer's applicable installation guidelines should also be followed, particularly for railway applications.

During maintenance, inspect the insulation for cuts, abrasion, discoloration, or other signs of mechanical or thermal damage. Connections should remain secure and free from contamination.

Because this cable is intended for specialized applications, replacement should be based on the complete part number and technical specification rather than appearance alone.

Replacement and Supply

The ABB 12556917-738385 RADOX GKW is a specialized cable component suitable for maintenance and replacement requirements in compatible electrical systems.

We supply ABB automation and industrial electrical spare parts for repair, maintenance, refurbishment, and equipment-support projects. When requesting this cable, customers should provide the complete part number and, when available, the required cable length and installation application. This helps ensure that the supplied product matches the intended system requirements.