This 240mm² 3-core copper cable features XLPE insulation and a PVC outer sheath, designed for power distribution applications rated at 0.6/1kV (600/1000V). It is constructed with high-conductivity copper conductors, ensuring excellent electrical performance and durability under demanding conditions. Suitable for indoor and outdoor fixed installations.
Standards
This cable complies with the following international standards:
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IEC 60228 – Conductors of insulated cables
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IEC 60502-1 – Power cables with extruded insulation for rated voltages from 1kV to 3kV
Cable Construction
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Conductor: Plain annealed copper, Class 2 stranded
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Insulation: XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene)
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Filler: Non-hygroscopic compound
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Binder Tape: Non-hygroscopic material
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Sheath: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), black or as required
Applications
The 3x240mm² XLPE insulated copper cable is widely used for:
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Power distribution in industrial facilities, urban networks, and energy systems
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Indoor and outdoor fixed installations in wet and damp environments
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Suitable for installation in conduits, underground ducts, or direct burial
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Ideal for mains, submains, and subcircuits where mechanical protection is not required
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Excellent choice when installation space is limited
PARAMETER :
XLPE 240mm2 3 Cores Copper Cable Parameter
| Cable Type: | CU/XLPE/PVC |
| Operating voltage, U0 / U (V): | 600/1000 |
| Number of cores: | 3 |
| Nominal Area (mm2): | 240 |
| Conductor Stranding: | 48 |
| Insulation Thickness (mm): | 1.7 |
| Sheath Thickness (mm): | 2.6 |
| Cable Overall Diameter (O.D.) (mm): | 51.1 |
| Cable Weight Per 1000 Meters (kg): | 7100 |
| Resistance DC 20°C Per 1000 Meters (Ω): | 0.0754 |
| Allowable Ampacity in Air (Amps): | 480 |
| Allowable Ampacity in Ground (Amps): | 500 |
| Test Voltage: | 3.5kV for 5 minutes |
| Operating temperature (°C) : | -15 to +90 |
| Final short circuit temperature (°C): | 250 |