IEC 60494-1

Railway Pantograph Head Type 1 Dimensions

This standard specifies the dimensional and geometric requirements for pantograph head contacts (Type 1) used on main line railway overhead contact lines. It ensures standardized contact strip profiles for compatibility with European catenary systems and interoperability of rolling stock across different railway networks. Manufacturers of pantograph heads and railway components require this accreditation to certify dimensional compliance and material properties. Standardized dimensions maintained through accredited testing enable reliable current collection and reduce wear inconsistencies across European railways.

What it measures

Pantograph head contact surface width and profile
Carbon or composite strip material thickness
Contact geometry and edge radii
Material hardness and electrical conductivity
Surface finish and contact pressure distribution

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IMPELAB

COFRAC 1-6403 Marrakech, MA

DIN EN ISO 7932 DIN EN ISO 6579-1 DIN EN ISO 7937 DIN EN ISO 11290-1 0.95) based on BS ISO 21527-2:2008 + 2 more

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LEC de l'ESITH

COFRAC 1-2127 Rte D'Eljadida Km 8 Bp 7731 Oulfa | - Casablanca | Maroc, MA

DIN EN 16711-2 DIN EN 14389 DIN EN ISO 1833-16 DIN EN ISO 1833-18 EN 17134-2 + 3 more

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Laboratoire Marocain de Métrologie Industrielle - L2MI

COFRAC 1-6426 12 Et 14 Lot. Mauritania Q.I Sidi Bernoussi | - Casablanca | Maroc, MA

DIN EN 12469 NF S 90-351 BS EN ISO 14644-1:2015 ISO 14644-3

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PROCESS INSTRUMENTS (PI)

COFRAC 1-5987 263, 3Eme Etage Zone Industrielle De Mohammedia | - Mohammedia | Maroc, MA

DIN EN 12469 NF S 90-351 BS EN ISO 14644-1:2015 ISO 14644-3

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