Advantages of Pantograph Collector:
1) Reversible operation is possible.
2) Current collection capacity is high.
3) It requires less maintenance.
4) It maintains positive contact pressure at varying speeds in different climate and wind conditions.
5) It may raise or lowered from cabin.
6) Spark less Current collection.
7) Higher currents are handled.
Applications of Pantograph Collector:
1) It is used for 1500V DC traction system.
2) It is used for 25 kV AC traction systems.
3) It is used for high speed electric locomotives.
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