As technology advanced, it significantly reduced the challenges faced by previous eras, including electricity losses encountered by power generation companies. These losses were mitigated through the introduction of innovative cables, particularly the MV Aerial Bundled Conductor Cable. These cables, essentially overhead power lines, utilize several insulated conductors tightly bundled together with neutral conductors, surpassing the limitations of traditional uninsulated conductors spaced apart.
The conventional OH distribution systems, relying on bare conductors, pale in comparison to the ABC cables. The OH method is impractical in coastal regions, dense forests, and hills, where traditional multiple conductors are prone to short-circuiting due to extreme weather conditions like high winds. These winds can cause cables to touch, resulting in short-circuits.
As a result, ABC cables are gaining widespread acceptance due to their superior safety, reliability, and reduced power losses. Furthermore, they provide enhanced voltage regulation stability, translating into economic benefits through reduced installation, maintenance, and operational costs.
Perhaps you're curious about what Aerial Bundled Conductor Cable is? Well, ABC Cable, as it's commonly known, is a type of overhead power line. It comprises numerous insulated conductors that are securely bundled and wrapped together, along with a bare neutral conductor. This insulation feature sets it apart from traditional transmission cables, which were uninsulated. Furthermore, ABC cables are capable of transmitting power at lower voltages.
If we talk about the Aerial Bundled Conductor Cable sizes and types, then Aerial Bundled Conductor Cables have three classes. Additionally, each class is available in different sizes that we are going to discuss below:
Low Voltage ABC cables are suitable for overhead power lines and room entrances, enduring pressures up to 1kv and below. They offer advantages in terms of reduced maintenance, installation, and operational costs. These cables typically utilize aluminum, copper, or aluminum alloy as conductors. Standard low voltage Aerial bundled cables adhere to various specifications, including IEC 61089, BS 7870, DIN 48201, ASTM B399, BS EN50183, and NFC33-209.
Medium Voltage Aerial Bundle Cables are ideal for urban, forest, and coastal areas during power grid transformations, as well as for overhead power transmission. They offer efficiency, reliability, and economic benefits. These cables can handle voltage levels ranging from 10kv and below, including 6.35/11kv, 12.7/22 kV, and 19/33kv. They typically feature aluminum conductors with a circular shape. The insulation material commonly used is XPLE, while the inner and outer semiconductors are composed of compounds. The bedding material is semi-conducting, and the screen is either a copper tape or copper wire. Additionally, the outer sheath is made of HDPE. Standard medium-voltage aerial bundled cables adhere to specifications such as IEC60502, NF C33-209, GB 12527-90, and ASTM.
Duplex or triplex service drop wires possess high tensile strength, enabling them to support 120V loads for overhead service applications. PVC or XPLE is used as the insulation material. The core composition primarily consists of 1350-H19 aluminum, with phase conductors twisted concentrically. The neutral core is typically made of AAC, ACSR, or 6201 aluminum alloy. These duplex service drop wires are suitable for street lighting, outdoor lighting, and temporary building services. PVC-insulated conductors have a maximum temperature of 75 degrees, while XPLE-insulated conductors don't exceed 90 degrees. Standard duplex/triplex voltage wires adhere to specifications including ASTM B230, B231, B232, B399, B498, and ICEA S-76-474.
ABC Cable Network introduced a number of benefits that you get to avail when you use ABC cables instead of conventional ones. Here are some of them:
Enhanced Safety:
ABC cables stand out for their superior safety, security, and reliability, surpassing conventional transmission lines.
Cost-Efficient Maintenance:
These cables boast low power, installation, and maintenance costs, making them a cost-effective alternative. This has led to the widespread adoption of aerial bundle cables, replacing outdated bare copper and aluminum conductors globally.
Versatile Application:
ABC cables are suitable for installation in various environments. Unlike traditional uninsulated cables, they are perfect for challenging areas like congested urban zones, hilly terrains, and dense forests. ABC Cable Company ensures that power lines can be laid without disturbing the surrounding environment.
Protection Against Short Circuits:
Their superior insulation significantly reduces the risk of accidental electrocutions.
Competitive Pricing:
The ABC cable price is economical, making it an attractive option compared to traditional cables.
Simplified Fault Detection:
The visibility of ABC cables facilitates easy detection of any system faults. Additionally, issues like waterlogging and electricity theft are less of a concern with ABC cables, especially when utilizing ZW cables that enhance detection efforts.
Simplified Installation:
Installation is streamlined as ABC cables do not require crossbars or insulators, significantly reducing installation complexity.
Size (AWG or KCM): 636.0
Stranding (AL/STL): 26/7
Diameter Inches: Aluminum: 0.1564
Diameter Inches: Steel: 0.1216
Diameter Inches: Steel Core: 0.3648
Diameter Inches: Cable OD: 0.990
Weight lb/1000FT: Aluminum: 499.
Weight lb/1000FT: Steel: 276.2
Weight lb/1000FT: Total: 874.1
Content %: Aluminum: 68.53
Content %: Steel: 31.47
Rate Breaking Strength (lbs.): 25,200
OHMS/1000ft: DC at 20ºC: 0.0267
OHMS/1000ft: AC at 75ºC: 0.033
Ampacity: 789 Amps
--100m/Coil with Shrinking Film Wrap, 6 Coils per outer carton.
--100m/Spool, spool can be Paper, Plastic, or ABS, then 3-4 spools per carton,
--200m or 250m per Drum, two drums per carton,
--305m/Wooden Drum, one drum per outer carton or pallet loading,
--500m/Wooden Drum, one drum per outer carton or pallet loading,
--1000m or 3000m wooden drum, then pallet loading.
*We can also offer customized OEM packing according to clients' request.
Port: Tianjin, or other ports as per your requirements.
Sea freight: FOB/C&F/CIF quotation are all available.
*For some countries such as Africa countries, middle east countries, our sea freight quotation is much cheaper than clients get from local shipping agency.
Phase conductor
Nominal cross-sectional area | mm² | 50 | 70 | 95 | 120 | 150 | 185 | 240 |
Number of cores | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
Minimum number of wires | 6 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 30 | 30 | |
Nominal diameter of conductor | mm | 8.1 | 9.7 | 11.5 | 12.9 | 14.3 | 16.1 | 18.4 |
Nominal thickness of XLPE insulation | mm | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 |
Metallic screening approx. thickness of copper tape | mm | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
Nominal thickness of outer sheath | mm | 23 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 23 | 2.3 |
Nominal diameter over sheathing | mm | 23.0 | 24.6 | 261 | 27.8 | 29.2 | 30.9 | 33.3 |
Max.dc resistance at 20℃ | ohm/km | 0.641 | 0.443 | 0.320 | 0.253 | 0.206 | 0.164 | 0.125 |
Earth fault current carrying capacity of metallic screen at | ||||||||
-I second(I Core) | kA | 1.57 | 1.72 | 1.88 | 2.01 | 2.14 | 2.30 | 2.52 |
-3 seconds(I Core | kA | 0.90 | 0.99 | 1.08 | 1.16 | 1.23 | 1.33 | 1.45 |
Messenger - Galvanized steel wire | ||||||||
Nominal cross-sectional area | mm² | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Stranding | Na/mm | 7/3.15 | 7/3.15 | 7/3.15 | 7/3.15 | 7/3.15 | 7/3.15 | 7/3.15 |
Direction of the outermost layer | Right-hand (Z) | |||||||
Overall diameter | mm | 9.45 | 9.45 | 9.45 | 9.45 | 9.45 | 9.45 | 9.45 |
Minimum breaking load | kg | 6270 | 6270 | 6270 | 6270 | 6270 | 6270 | 6270 |
Completed cable | ||||||||
Approx.overall diameter | mm | 55 | 59 | 62 | 65 | 67 | 71 | 75 |
Approx. weight of cable | kg/km | 2540 | 2890 | 3300 | 3660 | 4040 | 4540 | 5290 |
Packing length | m/drum | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
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