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CU/XLPE/CTS/SWA/PVC Three Core Power Cable 8.7/15kV
CU/XLPE/CTS/SWA/PVC Three Core Power Cable 8.7/15kV
CU/XLPE/CTS/SWA/PVC Three Core Power Cable 8.7/15kV
CU/XLPE/CTS/SWA/PVC Three Core Power Cable 8.7/15kV

CU/XLPE/CTS/SWA/PVC Three Core Power Cable 8.7/15kV

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The CU/XLPE/CWS/SWA/PVC three-core power cable 8.7/15kV manufactured by Zhongdong Cable is designed in accordance with IEC 60502-2 and IEC 60228 (Class 1 or Class 2 copper conductor). It uses copper conductors, XLPE insulation, copper wire screen (CWS), steel wire armour (SWA), and PVC outer sheath, providing strong mechanical protection for medium-voltage underground distribution systems.

Compared with tape armoured structures, SWA offers higher tensile strength, making it more suitable for long pulling distances and installations with higher mechanical stress.

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Quick Specs

Type

Steel Tape Armoured Medium Voltage Power Cable

Voltage Rating

8.7/15 kV

Cores

3 Core

Conductor

Copper, Class 1 / Class 2 (IEC 60228)

Insulation

XLPE

Screen

Copper Tape Screen (CTS)

Armour

Galvanized Steel Wire Armour (SWA)

Sheath

PVC ST2

Standards

IEC 60502-2 / IEC 60228

Cross Reference

YJV32 / N2XSERY-Armoured Equivalent

Construction
Applications
Standards
Technical Data
FAQ
Construction

Conductor: Stranded copper conductor

Conductor Screen: Semi-conductive layer for electric field control

Insulation: XLPE with stable thermal and dielectric performance

Insulation Screen: Semi-conductive layer for uniform field distribution

Metallic Screen: Copper Tape screen for grounding and fault current path

Armour: Galvanized steel wire armour (SWA) for high tensile strength and mechanical protection

Fillers: To maintain circular cable shape and stability

Outer Sheath: PVC (ST2), resistant to moisture and abrasion

Design: Three-core SWA armoured MV cable (8.7/15 kV)

Construction
Applications

This cable is used where mechanical pulling stress and underground protection are both required.

Typical applications:

Long-distance underground cable routes

Industrial power distribution systems

Substation feeder circuits

Mining and heavy-load environments

Tunnel and utility corridor installations

Infrastructure projects with complex routing

Direct buried trench systems

Applications
Standards

IEC: IEC 60502-2 / IEC 60228 / IEC 60332-1 / IEC 60332-3 / IEC 60754-1 / IEC 60754-2 / IEC 61034

DIN VDE: DIN VDE 0276-620

BS: BS 6622 / BS 7835

NF: NF C 33-220

AS/NZS: AS/NZS 1429.1

ASTM: ASTM B3 / ASTM B8

Specifications

No. of Cores

Nominal

Nominal

Nominal

Approx.

Approx. Weight (kg/km)

Max. DC Resistance of Conductor at 20℃ (Ω/km)

and Nominal

Insulation

Steel Wire

Sheath

Overall

Cross Section

Thickness

Diameter

Thickness

Diameter

(mm²)

(mm)

(mm)

(mm)

(mm)

3*25

4.5

2.5

2.6

53

4695

0.727

3*35

4.5

2.5

2.7

55.4

5217

0.524

3*50

4.5

2.5

2.8

58.1

5853

0.387

3*70

4.5

2.5

3

62.4

6906

0.268

3×95

4.5

2.5

3.1

66.5

8030

0.193

3×120

4.5

2.5

3.2

69.5

9102

0.153

3×150

4.5

3.15

3.3

74.2

11048

0.124

3×185

4.5

3.15

3.5

78.5

12639

0.0991

3×240

4.5

3.15

3.6

83.9

14820

0.0754

3×300

4.5

3.15

3.8

89.2

17314

0.0601

3×400

4.5

3.15

4

95.6

20532

0.047

3×500

4.5

3.15

4.2

103.7

24575

0.0366

3×630

4.5

3.15

4.5

112.7

29682

0.0283

FAQ
Q1
When is SWA preferred over STA in 8.7/15kV 3-core cables?
A1

SWA is chosen when the installation involves long pulling distances or higher tensile stress during laying.

Q2
Does SWA make the cable harder to bend?
A2

Yes, slightly. It increases stiffness, so larger bending radius is required during installation.

Q3
What is the minimum bending radius?
A3

Typically 15 × cable OD for installation and 12 × OD for fixed installation.

Q4
What is the operating temperature of this cable?
A4

Up to 90°C continuous, with short-circuit up to 250°C (max 5 seconds).

Q5
Can it be directly buried?
A5

Yes. SWA provides sufficient mechanical protection for direct burial with proper trench bedding.

Q6
What installation condition is important on site?
A6

Avoid sharp bends, control pulling force, and use rollers for long routes to prevent sheath damage.

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Packaging
Packaging

Fumigated Wooden Drums: Fully heat-treated and officially stamped in strict compliance with ISPM 15 international phytosanitary regulations. This guarantees seamless, delay-free customs clearance at any global port.

Steel-Wooden Hybrid Drums (Iron-Wooden Axle): Engineered with reinforced steel structural frames and durable wood flanging. This hybrid design prevents drum collapse under heavy loads and provides ultimate mechanical protection during rough ocean freight handling.

100% Customized Packaging: We cooperate closely with project engineers to provide tailored packing options—including custom cable lengths per drum, protective lagging, water-proof plastic wrapping, or specific color coding—tailored to your exact on-site installation layout.

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