Heavy-Duty Cable Protection, Couplers & High Voltage Power Equipment for Mining
Trailing cable couplers, junction boxes, and cable handling systems engineered for harsh above- and below-ground conditions.
Patton & Cooke is a globally recognised manufacturer of medium and high voltage electrical connectors and power distribution equipment.
Patton & Cooke deliver safe, dependable power solutions for some of the world’s most demanding environments. Their equipment is trusted to perform above and below ground, across harsh terrain and extreme operating conditions, particularly in mining and heavy industry.
Patton & Cooke products are engineered with safety, reliability, and service life as the priority, and their trailing cable couplers are widely regarded as some of the most dependable high-voltage connections available worldwide.
High Voltage Expertise, Proven Globally
Patton & Cooke is recognised worldwide as a leader in high voltage connections. Since manufacturing their first trailing cable coupler in 1972, they have set industry benchmarks for performance, reliability, and electrical safety.
Today, Patton & Cooke continues to play an active role in shaping national and international safety standards, combining product design with strong advocacy for safe electrical practices and operator training.
Their latest IMG coupler designs incorporate advanced materials and modern high-voltage engineering principles, meeting or exceeding CSA 22.2 No. 298 requirements and offering extensive configuration options to suit site-specific needs.
Applications
Patton & Cooke solutions are used across a wide range of industries and applications, including:
- Mining – draglines, shovels, drills, and mobile plant
- Portable and fixed electrical plant
- Utilities and power infrastructure
- Rail and transportation systems
- Tunnelling and underground works
- Shore power applications (ships, RTG cranes, dredging)
- Heavy-duty communications and fibre-optic systems
Patton & Cooke Product Range
Cable Couplers
A comprehensive range of medium and high voltage cable couplers designed for mining and industrial power distribution.
- Voltage ratings from 600V to 25kV
- Current ratings from 145A to 650A
- Available in male and female cable-mounted configurations
- Flanged equipment connections and junction box mounting options
- Designed for durability, safety, and long service life
Cable Protection
A wide range of heavy-duty cable protection and handling solutions to improve safety and reduce damage to high-voltage trailing cables.
- Cable crossovers and roller-over skids
- Cable and coupler stands
- Raiser brackets and support systems
- Solutions designed for draglines, electric shovels, drills, and mobile plant
Cable Support Systems
Robust cable support hardware designed to manage trailing cables in demanding environments.
- Cast aluminium cable glands and clamps
- Advanced cable entry fittings
- Suitable for trailing cables from 16–92 mm (larger sizes available on request)
- Cable buns and rope brake systems for safely hoisting cables across roadways
High Voltage Junction & Splitter Boxes
Engineered enclosures providing safe and reliable interconnection of multiple high-voltage cables.
- Available from 600V up to 25kV
- Current ratings up to 500A
- Free-standing, wall-mounted, skid-mounted, or trailer-mounted configurations
- Custom-designed solutions available to suit site-specific requirements
Why Choose Patton & Cooke from Leveltec?
Leveltec stocks and distributes the Patton & Cooke range in Australia and works directly with the manufacturer to support:
- Proven medium and high voltage solutions trusted in global mining operations
- Custom product development and site-specific design modifications
- Testing and validation for demanding applications and harsh environments
- Support for both legacy systems and new installations
- Local stock, technical guidance, and long-term lifecycle support
From specification through to installation and ongoing operation, Leveltec ensures the right Patton & Cooke solution is selected, supplied, and supported for your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Patton & Cooke products are commonly used on draglines, electric shovels, drills, mobile plant, fixed infrastructure, and underground equipment where reliable medium or high voltage power delivery is critical.
Patton & Cooke systems cover applications from 600V up to 25kV, with current ratings typically ranging from 145A to 650A, depending on configuration and application.
Patton & Cooke equipment is widely used above and below ground and is designed to perform reliably in confined, high-risk, and mechanically demanding environments.
In addition to the standard product range, Leveltec can work with Patton & Cooke to co-develop customised couplers, junction boxes, splitter boxes, and cable handling solutions to suit specific site or OEM requirements.
Leveltec regularly assists customers with retrofit solutions, upgrades, and replacements for older or discontinued cable systems, ensuring compatibility and safety compliance.
Patton & Cooke trailing cable couplers are engineered to meet or exceed relevant international standards, including CSA 22.2 No. 298, and are developed in line with best-practice electrical safety principles.
Leveltec stocks key Patton & Cooke products locally and can source additional configurations quickly through our exclusive relationship with the manufacturer.
Our team provides technical guidance on selection, application suitability, integration with existing systems, and ongoing support throughout the product lifecycle.