Pantograph Cables

Pantograph Cables

Pantograph Cables

45 kV power cables used to connect the pantograph apparatus with transformer and other high voltage equipment on the train.

A pantograph (or "pan") is an apparatus mounted on the roof of an electric train, tram or electric bus to collect power through contact with an overhead catenary wire. It is a common type of current collector. Typically, a single wire is used, with the return current running through the track. The term stems from the resemblance of some styles to the mechanical pantographs used for copying handwriting and drawings.