VAHLE Compact Conductor Systems VKS10

VKS10 Compact Conductor Systems provide reliable power and signal transmission in automated storage and handling systems. With up to 10 poles, high-speed support and smart system compatibility, they deliver an efficient, safe, long-life solution.

  • Compact design
  • Fast, easy installation with clip technology and plug-in connections
  • Wide power range and maximum pole variety
  • Safe operation with IP21 touch protection and UL certification
  • Also suitable for cold-store and deep-freeze areas
  • High compatibility with common rack profiles and positioning systems
  • UL certificate meeting the highest safety and quality standards

Description

VAHLE Compact Conductor Systems VKS10

Reliable Power and Signal Transmission for Rail-Guided Storage Systems — rail-guided storage solutions are increasingly popular: they deliver high space efficiency and high throughput. Whether mini-load warehouses or automated high-bay systems, all of these facilities depend on reliable power and signal transmission for the fast, precise control of load carriers. VKS10 compact conductor systems were developed specifically for stacker cranes and have been the standard solution of the industry’s leading manufacturers for years. This multifunctional system transmits drive power, control currents and data signals over a single structure.

High Flexibility, Multi-Pole Design — configurable with up to 10 poles and a wide power range, the touch-protected VKS10 system suits aisle, lifting-mast and versatile automation applications alike. The universal VTP support profile provides wide suspension spacing and easy integration of various positioning systems — eliminating complex, costly auxiliary structures entirely.

Smart System Integration: Smart Collector Compatibility — VKS10 is fully compatible with VAHLE’s Smart Collector, the world’s first intelligent conductor-monitoring collector. Potential faults are detected early, and maintenance planning becomes more efficient and predictable.

Certified Safety and Quality Standards — this product group carries the UL certificate meeting the highest safety and quality standards, making it ideal for sensitive, high-performance industrial applications. Technical details of UL-certified components are available in the Product Documents section.

Technical Data – Electrical Properties

Specification Value
Rated current 63 – 140 A
Conductor cross-section 16 – 35 mm²
Koruma iletkenli anma gerilimi 690 V (UL 600)
Number of poles 4 – 10
Conductor material Copper
Protection class IP21

Technical Data – Mechanical Properties

Specification Value
Max. travel speed 450 m/min
Pole spacing 14 mm
Max. suspension spacing 1,2 m

Technical Data – System Properties

Specification Value
Standard rail length 4 / 6 m

Operating Conditions

Specification Value
Operating temperature -30°C to +55°C
Flame retardancy (insulation housing) Flame retardant, self-extinguishing, UL 94 V0
Application area Indoor systems

Catalogs and Brochures

User and Installation Manuals

VKS10 User Manual

Technical Documentation

Certificates

VKS and VKS10 UL Certificate

Certificate / Declaration of Conformity

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    Product Description

    VAHLE Compact Conductor Systems VKS10

    Reliable Power and Signal Transmission for Rail-Guided Storage Systems — rail-guided storage solutions are increasingly popular: they deliver high space efficiency and high throughput. Whether mini-load warehouses or automated high-bay systems, all of these facilities depend on reliable power and signal transmission for the fast, precise control of load carriers. VKS10 compact conductor systems were developed specifically for stacker cranes and have been the standard solution of the industry’s leading manufacturers for years. This multifunctional system transmits drive power, control currents and data signals over a single structure.

    High Flexibility, Multi-Pole Design — configurable with up to 10 poles and a wide power range, the touch-protected VKS10 system suits aisle, lifting-mast and versatile automation applications alike. The universal VTP support profile provides wide suspension spacing and easy integration of various positioning systems — eliminating complex, costly auxiliary structures entirely.

    Smart System Integration: Smart Collector Compatibility — VKS10 is fully compatible with VAHLE’s Smart Collector, the world’s first intelligent conductor-monitoring collector. Potential faults are detected early, and maintenance planning becomes more efficient and predictable.

    Certified Safety and Quality Standards — this product group carries the UL certificate meeting the highest safety and quality standards, making it ideal for sensitive, high-performance industrial applications. Technical details of UL-certified components are available in the Product Documents section.

    Technical Specifications

    Technical Data – Electrical Properties

    Specification Value
    Rated current 63 – 140 A
    Conductor cross-section 16 – 35 mm²
    Koruma iletkenli anma gerilimi 690 V (UL 600)
    Number of poles 4 – 10
    Conductor material Copper
    Protection class IP21

    Technical Data – Mechanical Properties

    Specification Value
    Max. travel speed 450 m/min
    Pole spacing 14 mm
    Max. suspension spacing 1,2 m

    Technical Data – System Properties

    Specification Value
    Standard rail length 4 / 6 m

    Operating Conditions

    Specification Value
    Operating temperature -30°C to +55°C
    Flame retardancy (insulation housing) Flame retardant, self-extinguishing, UL 94 V0
    Application area Indoor systems

    Product Documents

    Catalogs and Brochures

    User and Installation Manuals

    VKS10 User Manual

    Technical Documentation

    Certificates

    VKS and VKS10 UL Certificate

    Certificate / Declaration of Conformity

    Request a Quote

    Get a Quote Tailored to Your Needs!

    Fill in the short form and our team will quickly get back to you with a project-specific solution and delivery time.