Description
- Model / Part Number: 12556917-738385
- Brand: ABB
- Cable Designation: RADOX GKW
- Part Type: Industrial electrical/control cable
- Application: ABB equipment wiring and industrial electrical installations
- Compatibility: Confirm conductor configuration, cross-section, voltage rating, and cable length against the existing installation before replacement
Technical Introduction
Cable identification is straightforward until a legacy machine needs an exact replacement and the original assembly carries an internal ABB material number.
The ABB 12556917-738385 RADOX GKW is identified by the supplied part information as an ABB spare cable using the RADOX GKW designation. For maintenance procurement, the ABB material/part number should remain the primary ordering reference. Cable construction, conductor size, insulation, jacket characteristics, termination details, and finished length should be verified against the installed cable before substitution.
Best Suited For
- Replacement of an identified ABB cable assembly
- Maintenance stock for legacy ABB equipment
- Planned shutdown work where the original cable must be matched
ABB 12556917-738385 RADOX GKW
Core Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: ABB
- Part Number: 12556917-738385
- Cable Designation: RADOX GKW
- Part Type: Industrial electrical/control cable
- Application: ABB industrial equipment
- Cable Length: Not confirmed from the supplied part number
- Conductor Configuration: Not confirmed
- Voltage Rating: Not confirmed
Please refer to the OEM datasheet or the original cable marking for complete electrical, dimensional, temperature, and environmental specifications.
Field Engineer’s Tech Notes
1. Match the cable construction, not just the jacket marking.
RADOX GKW identifies the cable family/designation, but the installed assembly may have a specific conductor count, cross-section, shielding arrangement, or finished length. Verify these details before cutting or terminating replacement cable.
2. Photograph the termination before removal.
On ABB equipment, a cable with the correct physical appearance can still create commissioning problems if conductors are landed differently. Record terminal numbers, wire markers, shield connections, and routing before disconnecting the original cable.
Adaptive QA & Testing Protocol
Cable inspection starts with verification of the 12556917-738385 identification, jacket markings, physical condition, connector or termination condition where applicable, and supplied cable length.
For terminated assemblies, continuity testing should be performed conductor-to-conductor, followed by insulation-resistance testing appropriate to the cable and equipment specification. Shield continuity and grounding arrangement should also be checked when shielding is part of the original installation.
For replacement cable intended for control equipment, the final check should include point-to-point verification against the machine wiring diagram before energization.
Inspection records, test reports, and photographs can be provided upon request.
Buyer’s FAQ
Is ABB 12556917-738385 RADOX GKW a complete cable assembly?
The supplied identification establishes the ABB part number and RADOX GKW designation, but it does not provide enough verified information to confirm termination details or finished cable length. Confirm these details before ordering.
Can this cable be used as a direct replacement?
Only after the existing cable’s conductor configuration, cross-section, length, termination, and electrical rating have been matched. Do not substitute solely on the RADOX GKW designation.
Is the cable available new or refurbished?
Cable spare parts are normally supplied according to their physical condition and available inventory. Request confirmation of New Surplus (NSFP) or other condition before placing the order.
What should I provide when requesting a quotation?
Provide ABB 12556917-738385 RADOX GKW, required quantity, destination, and any available photographs or markings from the existing cable. A photo of the cable label is particularly useful for confirming the exact configuration.
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