Application
The single core 26/35kV aluminium tape armoured cable is designed for the distribution of electrical power at a nominal voltage of 26/35kV and frequency of 50Hz. It is widely used in power transmission systems, industrial facilities, and utility substations. This cable is suitable for installation in:
Indoor and outdoor environments
Cable ducts and underground systems
Water-saturated areas
Power stations and switchboards
Cable trays in industrial plants
Its robust armouring ensures reliable mechanical protection in demanding conditions.
Standards
This cable is manufactured in compliance with the following standards:
IEC 60502-2
BS 6622
BS 7835 (for LSZH version)
Construction
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Plain annealed, stranded and compacted circular copper or aluminium conductor (Class 2 as per IEC 60228) |
| Conductor Screen | Extruded semi-conductive compound |
| Insulation | XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene), rated for 90°C continuous operation |
| Insulation Screen | Extruded semi-conductive compound |
| Metallic Screen | Copper tape or concentric layer of copper wires |
| Core Identification | Color-coded tape (Red, Yellow, Blue) applied between insulation screen and metallic screen; customizable upon request |
| Inner Sheath | Extruded PVC (ST2), PE or LSZH compound |
| Armour | Double-layer aluminium tape (for single-core cables) |
| Outer Sheath | PVC (ST2) or PE, LSZH option available, in accordance with IEC 60502-2 |
Single Core 26/35KV Medium Voltage Aluminium Tape Armoured Cable Construction
Dimensional Data
Single Core 26/35KV Medium Voltage Aluminium Tape Armoured Cable Specifications
| Conductor Size (mm²) | Insulation Thickness (mm) | Aluminium Tape (Layers × Thickness mm) | Sheath Thickness (mm) | Approx. OD (mm) | Approx. Cable Weight (kg/km) | Ampacity in Air (A) | Ampacity in Soil (A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Aluminium | Copper | |||||
| 1×50 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.3 | 42.1 | 2209.6 | 1913.0 | 250 |
| 1×70 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.4 | 43.8 | 2514.5 | 2093.2 | 305 |
| 1×95 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.4 | 45.5 | 2838.1 | 2260.6 | 375 |
| 1×120 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.5 | 47.2 | 3179.0 | 2448.6 | 435 |
| 1×150 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.5 | 48.8 | 3548.1 | 2630.4 | 490 |
| 1×185 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.6 | 50.7 | 3998.8 | 2862.6 | 565 |
| 1×240 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.7 | 53.2 | 4664.4 | 3184.9 | 665 |
| 1×300 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.7 | 55.5 | 5349.0 | 3491.8 | 760 |
| 1×400 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.8 | 58.8 | 6418.8 | 3996.6 | 890 |
| 1×500 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 2.9 | 62.1 | 7594.9 | 4517.2 | 1030 |
| 1×630 | 10.5 | 2 × 0.5 | 3.0 | 66.0 | 9014.2 | 5159.9 | 1200 |
Why Choose Our 26/35KV Aluminium Tape Armoured Cable?
High dielectric strength XLPE insulation
Excellent resistance to mechanical stress
Stable performance in wet or buried environments
Compliance with international standards
Custom sheath material and color options available
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