Caqital Equipment News October 2018

for each plug and drive power module. For easy service access, the alternator is remote mounted and connected to the splitter box with a drive shaft. The electrical control cabinets of the drive are in maintenance-free segregated modules, ensuring protection in the tough mining environment. The power modules only control the drive, operating with 600 Volts AC and 900 Volts on the DC link to remain in a class of low tension, while all auxiliary systems are hydraulically driven – allowing regular site electricians to work on the system. An additional benefit of the external power module grounding system in the powertrain and positive drive isolation is that it allows work to be done on the machine while the engine is running. “Safety features in the truck’s cab, such as dual-side access and incorporation of ROPS comparable to a 150 t class truck, were engineered during the initial design process, while a recessed, full-size trainer seat allows for increased visibility,” concludes Kriel. b

The T236 is the first diesel-electric truck in the 100 t class to incorporate an oil immersed braking system with four-corner braking control.

Safety and serviceability To ensure maximum safety for

starter motor and hoist system isolators as standard. In addition, it comes with an innovative drive system inhibiter, electrically interlocked grounding devices

maintenance technicians, the T236 is equipped with a double pole battery,

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