This 3x35+2x16mm² copper cable features XLPE insulation and a durable PVC sheath, designed for 600/1000V (0.6/1kV) low-voltage power distribution systems. It includes three phase conductors (35mm² each) and two auxiliary conductors (16mm² each), making it ideal for applications where additional grounding or control conductors are required.
Standards Compliance
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IEC 60228 – Conductors of insulated cables
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IEC 60502-1 – Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages from 1kV up to 3kV
CONSTRUCTION :
1. Conductor: Copper , Class 2: stranded conductor
2. Insulation: Cross-linked polyethylene XLPE
3. Filler: Non-hygroscopic material
4. Binder tape: Non-hygroscopic material
5. Outer sheath: Polyvinyl chloride PVC

XLPE 3+2 Cores Cable Construction
Applications
The 3x35+2x16mm² XLPE insulated copper cable is widely used for:
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Power distribution in commercial and industrial installations
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Applications requiring 3-phase power and separate grounding or control conductors
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Lighting circuits or two-way switching systems where an additional conductor is needed
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Indoor and outdoor fixed installations, including underground ducts, direct burial, or installation in conduits
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Ideal for environments where mechanical protection is not required
PARAMETER :
| Cable Type: | CU/XLPE/PVC |
| Operating voltage, U0 / U (V): | 600/1000 |
| Number of cores: | 3+2 |
| Phase Conductor Nominal Area (mm2): | 35 |
| Earth Conductor Nominal Area (mm2): | 16 |
| Phase Conductor Stranding: | 7 |
| Earth Conductor Stranding: | 7 |
| Phase Conductor Insulation Thickness (mm): | 0.9 |
| Earth Conductor Insulation Thickness (mm): | 0.7 |
| Sheath Thickness (mm): | 1.8 |
| Cable Overall Diameter (O.D.) (mm): | 26.8 |
| Cable Weight Per 1000 Meters (kg): | 1420 |
| Phase Conductor Resistance DC 20°C Per 1000 Meters (Ω): | 0.524 |
| Earth Conductor Resistance DC 20°C Per 1000 Meters (Ω): | 1.15 |
| Allowable Ampacity in Air (Amps): | 135 |
| Allowable Ampacity in Ground (Amps): | 170 |
| Test Voltage: | 3.5kV for 5 minutes |
| Operating temperature (°C) : | -15 to +90 |
| Final short circuit temperature (°C): | 250 |

