Application
ACSR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced) is widely used in overhead power transmission and distribution lines. The Weasel size (30 mm² aluminum area) is suitable for low to medium voltage applications, especially in rural, suburban, and industrial networks.
Thanks to its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and low cost, ACSR Weasel is ideal for spans across valleys, rivers, and other challenging terrain where high mechanical tension and reliable conductivity are critical.
Standards
Manufactured in accordance with:
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IEC 61089 – Round wire concentric lay overhead electrical stranded conductors
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ASTM B232 / B232M – Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors, Coated-Steel Reinforced (ACSR)
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BS 215-2 – Aluminum conductors, steel-reinforced
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DIN 48204 – Aluminum-steel overhead conductors
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Other national standards on request
Features
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Simple structure for easy installation and maintenance
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High current carrying capacity (up to 134 A for Weasel size)
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Excellent mechanical strength and tensile performance
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Cost-effective solution for long-distance overhead lines
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Ideal for challenging terrains such as rivers, valleys, and mountainous regions
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High corrosion resistance, especially with galvanized steel core
Construction Details
ACSR Weasel Conductor 30mm2 Construction
| Component | Material | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor | Aluminum | 6 strands of aluminum wires |
| Core | Galvanized steel | 1 strand of steel wire |
| Stranding | 6Al / 1St | Concentric lay |
| Wire Diameter | 2.59 mm per strand | Equal for all strands |
| Overall Diameter | 7.77 mm | Nominal |
| Aluminum Area | 30 mm² | As per standard |
| Total Cross-Section | 36.88 mm² | Aluminum + Steel |
| Mass | Approx. 128 kg/km | Linear weight |
| Breaking Load | Approx. 1146 daN | Calculated value |
| DC Resistance at 20°C | 0.9077 Ω/km | Electrical parameter |
| Current Rating | Approx. 134 A | Operating ampacity |