Rail Transit

Heat shrink and insulation components for metro, mainline rail and track infrastructure.

Rail transit projects — metro lines, mainline railways and their track infrastructure — combine medium-voltage power distribution, compact electrical rooms and harsh outdoor or tunnel environments in one system. Components must install quickly, often within short night possession windows, and stay in service for decades without maintenance.

Metro power supply systems rely on 10-35 kV ring network cables feeding substations and station equipment. We supply heat shrink and cold shrink termination and joint kits for these XLPE cables, type tested to GB/T 12706, together with busbar insulation tubing that lets switchgear and panel manufacturers reduce phase-to-phase clearances in crowded station electrical rooms.

For track infrastructure, our TLG high-strength heat shrink tubing insulates the steel framework of slab track in high-speed rail, urban rail and metro construction. On rolling stock and vehicle wiring, oil-resistant and dual wall tubing protects harnesses against abrasion and fluid exposure.

Common Challenges

ChallengeZZ Solution
Track slab insulation ages under long-term mechanical load TLG semi-rigid tubing, high tensile strength (22 MPa grade) and high elongation
Metro electrical rooms leave no space for air clearances MPG busbar tubing reduces phase-to-phase distance in compact switchgear
Tunnels stay wet and condensing year-round Dual wall tubing with adhesive lining seals splices against moisture
Night possession windows are short and hot work is restricted Cold shrink joints and terminations install with no heat source
Vehicle harnesses rub and age in oil-laden environments Oil-resistant tubing of the YRS type protects harnesses and fluid lines
Fire and smoke rules in enclosed stations and tunnels Halogen-free, flame-retardant tubing options for enclosed spaces

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FAQ

What is TLG tubing and where is it used?
TLG is a semi-rigid, high-tensile crosslinked polyolefin heat shrink tubing made for insulating the steel framework of slab track. It is widely used in high-speed rail, urban rail and metro construction, with an operating range of -55 to 105°C.
Which cable accessories suit metro ring network cables?
Our 10-35 kV heat shrink and cold shrink termination and joint kits for XLPE cables, type tested to GB/T 12706. Kit selection depends on cable size and installation environment.
Can installations be done without hot work during night possessions?
Yes. Cold shrink joints and terminations install with no heat source and no hot work permits, which suits short night windows and restricted tunnel work.
Do your products meet rail fire and smoke requirements?
We offer halogen-free, flame-retardant tubing options for enclosed stations and tunnels. Applicable fire standards such as EN 45545 depend on the project, so requirements are confirmed case by case.

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