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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series

Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series

Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document is a technical catalogue for the ZH550 Series receptacle, designed for inter-car jumpers in railway vehicles, compliant with UIC 552 standards. It is not recommended for new projects, which should use the ZS552 KD series instead.
Specifications: The ZH550 Series features a rugged, durable aluminium die-cast housing with a metal-handled lid. It supports a rated voltage of 3 kV AC/DC and a rated current of 800 A at -10°C. The receptacle is designed for up to 5,000 mating cycles and is IP54 rated when mated or with the lid closed. It operates in temperatures ranging from -50°C to +85°C and offers increased corrosion resistance.
Features: The receptacle includes high-quality screw machined contacts with low contact resistance, a screw-type connection with an M16 screw, and an optional pilot contact for feedback signaling. The housing is powder-coated and designed for easy mounting and maintenance.
Installation and Safety Instructions: Only authorized personnel should perform installations and maintenance. Regular inspections are necessary to ensure safety and functionality. Connectors should not be engaged or disengaged under load, and any damaged parts must be replaced with original components.
Quality and Compliance: Schaltbau products are manufactured under DIN EN ISO 9001 and IRIS standards, ensuring high quality and reliability. The company is also compliant with RoHS and certified to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Additional Information: For detailed product information and updates, users are directed to visit the Schaltbau website. The catalogue emphasizes the importance of using the connectors as intended to avoid damage or injury.
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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-1

-o SCHALTBAU Connect Contact Control Connectors ZH550 Series Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552 Catalogue F124.en Not for new projects! For new projects please use our series ZS552 KD receptacle, see also catalogue F122.en

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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-2

ZH550 UIC receptacle to UIC 552 Schaltbau inter-car jumpers to UIC standard – cost-effective, durable and highly reliable Schaltbau ZH series receptacle fully meet the requirements of UIC 552. With their long time proven design these jumpers have been the stock items of Schaltbau for the railway industry since decades. All railway vehicles used in cross-border rail traffic, such as locomotives as well as electric and diesel multiple units that are equipped with a train line require ZH receptacles. Circuit diagram of energy transmission between cars equipped with a train line Double ended connector...

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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-3

Rated voltage Rated current (UIC 552) Terminal type Contact diameter Wire gauge Contact forces   Mating force   Sliding force   Unmating force Pilot contact When mated: IP54 Receptacle with lid closed: IP54 Operating temperature Mechanical endurance (IEC 60512-9-1) Materials   Receptacle shell ZS  Inserts  Seals  Contacts Aluminium die cast Thermoplastic / Thermoset Thermoplastic elastomer (TME) / Neoprene Copper wrought alloy, crimpable Ordering code Example:  ZH550-KD-DK-V1-S0-B-P  Series  ZH550 KD Handled lid  DL Handled lid, long DK Handled lid, short Lock and key  V0 none V1 existent Note:...

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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-4

ZH550-KD-DL-Vx-Sy-B-P Receptacle, handled lid long ●● Type of connector:  Receptacle ZH550-KD DL V0 V1 Pilot contact: S0 S1 Colour: B C Threaded joint: P M40 M50 Handled lid: Key lock: Long None Existent None Existent Black, RAL 9005 Concrete grey, ground coated, RAL 7023 Pg36 / Pg13,5 M40x1,5 / M20x1,5 M50x1,5 / M20x1,5 ●● Circuit diagram with optional pilot contact Note: Included in delivery are: 2x screw-type blank caps 1x Pg36, M40x1.5 or M50x1.5 and 1x Pg13.5 or M20x1.5 Finish zinc moulded

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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-5

ZH550-KD-DK-Vx-Sy-B-P Receptacle, handled lid short ●● Type of connector:  Receptacle ZH550-KD DK V0 V1 Pilot contact: S0 S1 Colour: B C Threaded joint: P M40 M50 Handled lid: Key lock: 90° plug rted inse with Pilot contact ●● Circuit diagram with optional pilot contact Note: Included in delivery are: 2x screw-type blank caps 1x Pg36, M40x1.5 or M50x1.5 and 1x Pg13.5 or M20x1.5 Finish zinc moulded Key lock Subject to change / Dimensions in mm

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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-6

Installation and safety instructions The UIC Series inter-car jumpers dealt with in this catalogue are intended for use with high-voltage systems and special installations. They are designed and tested in compliance with the generally recog- Due to our continuous improvement programme, the design of our products can be modified at any time. So some features may differ from the descriptions, specifi­ cations and drawings in the catalogue. You can download the latest update of the catalogue at schaltbau.info/download1en. The updated catalogue renders the previous issue invalid. Baureihe ZH,...

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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-7

Connect Contact Control

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Receptacle for inter-car jumpers to UIC 552, ZH series-8

Schaltbau GmbH with compliments: For detailed information on our products and services visit our website – or give us a call! Schaltbau GmbH Hollerithstrasse 5 81829 Munich Germany Schaltbau GmbH manufactures in compliance with RoHS. The production facilities of Schaltbau GmbH have been IRIS certified since 2008. Certified to DIN EN ISO 14001 since 2002. For the most recent certificate visit our website. Certified to DIN EN ISO 9001 since 1994. For the most recent certificate visit our website. Electrical Components and Systems for Railway Engineering and Industrial Applications Charging connectors...

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