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:
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Indoor and outdoor environments
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Cable ducts and underground systems
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Water-saturated areas
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Power stations and switchboards
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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:
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IEC 60502-2
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BS 6622
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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?
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High dielectric strength XLPE insulation
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Excellent resistance to mechanical stress
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Stable performance in wet or buried environments
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Compliance with international standards
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Custom sheath material and color options available
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