Multi-Function Cable Robot

Features and benefits

  • Operates on conductors/ropes ranging from Ø 14 – 55mm
  • Smooth transition over mid-span joints/connectors
  • Bi-directional travel with enclosed motor and drive units
  • Designated lifting point
  • Fully recoverable at both ends

Slingco’s Multi-Function Cable Robot is a remotely operated, motorised aluminium chassis tug unit for the purpose of changing out de-energised overhead power cables or ground wires.

The compact unit is powered using a rechargeable li-ion battery which makes for quick onsite changeover in remote areas and designed to be used with conductor replacement systems and inspection devices. The unit comes complete with a standard recovery device.

  • Max tractive effort 60 kg, up to 40 kg on a 20 degree incline on a 20mm diameter conductor*
  • Automatic soft start - 4 kph with a run time 120 minutes from fully charged battery
  • 2 driven rubber tyred wheels via a compact 18V – 12Ah battery
  • 433MHz radio remote control 500m range

* Tractive effort will be increased on larger diameter conductors

Slingco Part No. Description Dimensions Weight
ZSN13024MFCR700mm x 400mm x 300mm31kg (inc. battery)
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery3kg
ZSN13024Recovery device420mm x 300mm x 200mm14.5kg

A note about dimensions and tolerances

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