Defender cable crossovers are for use across roadways and walkways and open venues, in fact anywhere that cables are left exposed in hostile environments such as construction sites, warehousing, carnivals, exhibitions and music events. Most are coloured black and yellow for high visibility and consequently maximum public safety, however some models are coloured blue to better signify wheelchair compatibility. The top surfaces have anti-slip treads with no ridges or crevices to trip a pedestrian.
Defender cable protectors manufactured from a recycled/new mix TPU and are PVC-free, making them better for the environment. Fire protection class E requirements according to DIN EN 13501-1 are met, as well as having resistance to oil, petrol and short-term contact with solvent.
Model within this range that have a suffix of "LUX" are compatible with optional LUX FLEX LED rope light - a warm white flexible LED tube in either 5m or 10m version. The LED light is IP65 rated, has a diameter of 15mm, and is extendable up to 30m on a single LUX POWERCONNECTOR power supply.
MIDI 5 5x medium channels
Like Defender 3 series, MIDI 5 has been designed for use in trade fairs, market places, workshops, warehouses, shopping centres and department stores, and shares many of the same features as the Defender 3 series with the main difference being a lower height profile of 52mm and five cable ducts. Each of the five channels are 34 x 36mm and are protected by a hinged, yellow polyethylene lid. Like the Defender 3 series, the Defender MIDI 5 has class B2 fire resistance and is resistant to oils, acids, solvents and petrol. It has been tested to have a load-bearing capacity of 5 tonnes per 20cm sq.
Defender MIDI 5 series consists of the 8530 straight section measuring 890 x 542 x 52mm (LxWxH), 85340 45-degree curve, 85308 end ramp and 85300LUX straight section with semi translucent lid measuring 890 x 542 x 52mm (LxWxH). The semi translucent lid of the 85300LUX allows the user to insert LED lighting strip into one or more of the five available channels to illuminate the crossover section for extra visibility and safety.
Wheelchair ramp modules, coloured blue for identification are available, and are compatible with the predrilled 85300BLUE only. 85306 is a pack of six ramp pieces measuring 250mm each. Defender recommend using three pieces on each side of the cable crossover to form a total width of 80cm when used in conjunction with optional 85307L/85307R end pieces.
85304 replacement/spare connector plugs are also available as an optional spare part.
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MIDI 5 2D 5x medium channels, modular
Available in yellow or blue finish, this cable crossover has five channels all measuring 34.5 x 38.6mm. Like Defender 3 2D, MIDI 5 2D if of modular design and therefore allows linking in both length and depth orientation. This can be particularly useful for larger events whereby three channels may not be enough for the cable runs applicable. The maximum load is approximately 5.0 tonnes per 25 x 30cm and is commonly used in locations where trucks or forklifts are crossing.
A 6-degree ramp can also be connected to allow wheelchairs or vehicles to cross without issue. Alternatively, 869302, a short depth ramp for non-wheeled crossover can be used. A complete wheelchair crossover set can be purchased as 869300SETBLU. This set includes ramps for both sides along with the central cable protection measuring a total of 1000 x 1185mm. All blue ramps have an embossed wheelchair logo for identification.
A half-length version is available as 869350/869350BLU, and is particularly useful when creating a brick-style layout for strength. Maximum load is approximately 5.0 tonnes per 20cm sq. Adapters are available to ensure compatibility with Defender 3 series crossover - when using in lengthways layout.
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