How Is CCW Cable Used in the Oil and Gas Industry?
Armored cables are often used for prolonged longevity in demanding industrial conditions in oil and gas settings. While several types of armored wires are available for oil and gas parks, continuous corrugated armor is one of the most common choices. This blog explains why.
Why Are Armored Cables Used in Oil and Gas Industrial Settings?
Armor is recommended for many industrial applications because cables provide an extra layer of protection in highly demanding environments. While industrial cables already have insulations and jackets that offer protection in demanding conditions, sometimes this is not enough. In addition to providing mechanical protection, armor enhances the durability of an electrical cable.
What is CCW Cable?
CCW Cable is a continuous corrugated cable also known under the names continuous corrugated weld and continuous corrugated weld armor. The armor consists of a strip of aluminum that is corrugated. The term "corrugation" means shaping the material into parallel constructions that enhance its strength.
What Makes CCW Great For Oil and Gas Applications?
CCW is one of the best options for industrial power cables designed for oil and gas environments. This type of armor is rated for use in hazardous locations. When exposed to oil, gas, and potential explosives, the cables demonstrate excellent performance. The armor has complete immunity to moisture and gas. This type of armor is permitted for all hazardous Classes, Divisions, and Zones described in the National Electrical Code.
How is CCW Used In Oil and Gas Facilities?
For particular oil and gas applications, CCW is commonly used in petroleum facilities, offshore cable rigs, onshore cable rigs, gas plants, and oil refineries. That is to say, continuously corrugated armored cables are suitable for all levels of harshness in oil and gas industrial settings, which makes them truly versatile. These cables are used in indoor, outdoor, and water-affected facilities alike. The cables are available in different voltages for every possible industrial application.
CCW cables are suitable for most applications except for communication. Different types of continuously corrugated cables are used in power, control, and instrumentation applications.
Subtypes of CCW Cables For Industrial Applications
- PLTC/ITC Cables are used for control applications in power-limited circuits
- Type MC and MC- HL Cables are used for power, control, and lighting.
