Product Information

Specification

Allowable Ampacity for 550 MCM 1C Stranded Bare Copper Tape Shield Armour Al PVC RE4H1RFR 3.6/6KV Medium Voltage Cable: 100 Amps

About:

This type of cable is designed to transmit electricity at medium voltages, typically between 3.6 and 6 kilovolts. It is made with a single conductor (1C) of 550 MCM American Wire Gauge (AWG) size, using stranded bare copper for flexibility and effective conductivity.

Also Known As:

It might be known by various names depending on the manufacturer or the region, focusing on its key components like 550 MCM AWG, stranded copper, tape shield, aluminum armor, and PVC jacket, among others.

Application:

• Power distribution in industrial settings
• Infrastructure such as substations and power plants
• Connection of electrical equipment and transformers
• Indoor and outdoor applications, given its protective armor and insulation

Standards:

• IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) standards for medium voltage cables
• ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards for the quality of the copper and aluminum used
• Local or regional standards regarding electrical installations and safety

Construction:

• Conductor: Stranded Red Copper Conductor Cl.2, acc.to IEC 60228
• Inner Semi-Conductive Layer: Extruded Semi-Conducting Compound
• Insulation: XLPE compound
• Outer Semi-Conductive Layer: Extruded Semi-Conducting Compound
• Screen: Red Copper Tape
• Inner Sheath: PVC Compound
• Armour: Aluminium wires
• Outer Sheath: Red (RAL 3000), PVC type ST2

Features:

• According to IEC 60502-2

Specifications:

• No. of cores x cross section n x mm²: 1x300
• AWG no.: 550 MCM
• Outer-Ø ca.mm ± 10%: 40
• Nominal Voltage: Uo/U 3,6/6 kV, Uo/U 6/10 kV, Uo/U 8,7/15 kV, Uo/U 12/20 kV, Uo/U 18/30 kV
• Test Voltage: Uo/U 3,6/6 kV = 11 kV, Uo/U 6/10 kV = 17 kV, Uo/U 8,7/15 kV = 24 kV, Uo/U 12/20 kV= 29 kV, Uo/U 18/30 kV = 45 kV
• Temperature range: - 0° C up to + 90° C
• Max short circuit temperature: + 250° C
• Min. Bending Radius: 14 x d
• Cable Weight approx. kg/km: 4130
• Part Number: 48110MRL010M72

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