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Our Vision

To be the Preferred Brand of Electric Cables in the region whilst strengthening the dominant position in Sri Lanka.

Our Mission
To expand our range of products and the services in the field of electrification. To be the most competitive in chosen global markets and to achieve continuous growth. To create an environment that will inculcate a feeling of ownership in our people and their families. To create a company that will be in the forefront of technology and win the admiration of our customers, suppliers, shareholders and the community.

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Foreword
We believe that this catalogue, which carries dimensions, electrical properties and installation data on Power -X Aerial Bundled Cables (ABC) according to the National French standard NFC 33-209:1996 and Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 3560.1:2000 will help many of our clients in their work. We also take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude towards our clients and well wishers with whom we have built a mutually beneficial relationship. ACL Cables PLC October 2008

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1. About ACL Cables PLC 2.

CONTENTS
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Some of the machinery used for the manufacture of Aerial Bundled Cables

2 3 4-6 7 9 13 14

3. Certificates of Excellence 4. Awards of Excellence

5. Power-X Aerial Bundled Cables 6. How does ABC fare better than conventional bare conductors ? 7. Construction of Power-X ABC 8. Cross-sectional drawing of Power -X ABC 9. Tables on Power-X ABC NFC 33-209 AS/NZS 3560-1 Line diagram of a typical low voltage Power-X ABC line

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15-29 30-35 36 37 38 39

11. Diagrams of installed ABC fittings 12. Details of Drums used for ABC 13. Recommendations for storage and transport of ABC 14. Diagrammatic instructions on handling and storage of drums of ABC

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ACL CABLES PLC


ACL Cables PLC is the largest manufacturer of Cables in Sri Lanka having pioneered the industry in the year 1962. Over the last 4 decades it has grown and developed to be the major supplier of Building wires, XLPE or PVC insulated Armoured Power & Control Cables, Aerial bundled cables etc. holding 45% share of the Sri Lankan Market. In the area of Duty Free projects ACL has maintained a market share of 80%. ACL is proud to have supplied cables to 9 out of the 13 tallest buildings in Colombo , Sri Lanka. ACL markets its range of XLPE insulated cables under the trade name Power-X. ACL acquired technology for the manufacture of ABC in the year 1989 through a technical co-operation agreement with NOKIA Cables of Finland in order to supply 800km of the product to Lanka Electricity Company on an Asian Development Bank funded tender. Since then ACL has upgraded its technology to surpass National French Standard NFC 33-209 which is considered the most stringent Standard for ABC in the world. ACL is proud to have surpassed NFC 33209 since only a few manufactures in the South or South East Asian region have reached the specifications of the standard. Bundled Cables from NOKIA of Finland to jointly execute an order for 800kms of that product on an ADB funded tender floated by the Lanka Electricity Company. 1993 - Acquisition of technology from NOKIA of Finland to draw and age aluminium alloy rods and the establishment of an aging furnace. - Establishment of ACL Plastics PLC for the manufacture of our own PVC compound. - Successful upgrading of XLPE Extrusion Technology to National French Strandard 33-209 and winning a 500km order for Aerial Bundled Cables from the Ceylon Electricity Board. - Introduction of Flexi range of Cables - Introduction of Fire Rated Cables - Commences Alumimum rod mill

1993

1998

2003 2005 2007

CORPORATE HIGHLIGHTS
1962 - The company commenced operations as a member of Associated Motorways Group (AMW) of Companies acquiring the name of Associated Cables Limited. - Converts to a Public Limited Liability Company. - Moves out of AMW Group. - Establishement of ACLs own islandwide distribution network. - Change of company name to ACL Cables Limited. - Establishment of ACL Plastics Limited. - Acquisition of Ceylon Bulbs & Electricals Limited. - Purchase of major shares of the second largest cable manufacturer in Sri Lanka.

COMPANYS TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT


1962 1978 1981 - Company established with technical assistance from Mitsui of Japan. - Introduction of wire drawing facility - Acquisition of technology from Alind of India for drawing & processing of aluminium conductors to jointly manufacture and supply 1400 metric tons of AAC Fly Conductor for the Ceylon Electricity Board. - Manufacture of armoured power and control cables for the first time in Sri Lanka. - A c q u i s i t i o n o f t e c h n o l o g y t o manufacture XLPE insulated Aerial 1976 1978 1982 1990 1991 1995 1999

1985

1989

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Some of the Machinery Used for the ManUfactUre of Power - X ABC

7 Strand Aluminium Conductor is being stranded on Skip strander

A phase conductor is being extruded with XLPE

Aerial Bundled Cable is being assembled on Bow Cabler

Profile Projector being used to measure insulation thickness of ABC

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Certificates of Excellence

ISO 1400 1

:2006

ISO 9001:20 00

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AWards of Excellence

Taiki Akimoto 5s Merit Award 2007

Industrial Excellence Award In Extra Large Manufacturing Category 2007 & 2008

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AWards of Excellence

National Quality Award Large Manufacturing Category 2007

Highest Sri Lankan Award for Quality

National Productivity Award Large Manufacturing Sector 2007

Highest Sri Lankan Award for Productivity

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International AWard of Excellence

Winner of World Class Award or the Highest Award of International Asia Pacific Quality Organization in 2008 Beating National Quality Award Winners of 46 Countries in the Asia Pacific region which included countries such as Japan, Australia, Mexico, Singapore, India, Korea Taiwan etc.

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Power-X Aerial Bundled Cables (ABC)

Technician inspecting an installed ABC line A self - supporting fully insulated cable system for distribution of power. ABC is a superbly reliable, safe and economical system for electricity distribution. It is equally suitable for both cities and rural areas. ABC completely outdates Bare Aluminium conductors, which are commonly used for electricity distribution in Asia, Middle East, USA and in certain countries of Europe. act as a messenger. The neutral conductor is made of Aluminium Alloy of high tensile strength to bear weight of the entire cable. The type of insulation is Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE). The three phase wires and the neutral conductor with or without street lighting wires are bundled together. The French system is popular in countries such as France, Italy, Spain, Belgium and Sri Lanka.

History of ABC
Insulated overhead cable systems have been in use since early 1960s in Europe and North America. The first overhead system in Europe has had a separate catenary wire. However, in countries such as France and Finland the catenary wire was eliminated and the neutral conductor was modified to function as the messenger or the load bearing wire. In late 1960s Sweden and Scandinavian countries developed a system in which all the phase conductors and the neutral conductor are of the same construction and act together as messenger. This is called the Four Core System.

Four Core or German System


Here, all four cores are of the same size and bear full weight and tension of the cable equally. The four cores are made of Aluminium and insulated with either Polyethylene (PE) or XLPE. This system is popular in Germany, Ireland, Australia , UK and Portugal.

Finnish AMKA System


The AMKA system consist of a bare or insulated neutral made of Aluminium Alloy which is called the messenger. Cable will also have insulated phase conductors and may have one or two insulated street lighting conductors. The type of insulation can be PE or XLPE. This system differs from the French system in that neutral is 50 mm2 and not 54.6 mm2 . Furthermore, the French system always calls for XLPE insulated neutral

French system
The French system, as specified by the EDF has a 54.6 mm2 insulated neutral conductor, which

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conductor. The AMKA system is used in Finland, the Middle East, The Far East, South America and Australia.

Experience of ACL with AB Cables, XLPE Extrusion and Technical Prowess


ACL has adopted XLPE as the preferred insulating material due to its superior thermal current ratings and abrasion resistance. ACL can also provide cables with PE insulation for ABC conforming to any standard. ACL CABLES have been in the business of manufacturing ABC since 1989, having secured technology from NOKIA CABLES of Finland in that year in order to supply an order for 800km ABC to Lanka Electricity Company (Pvt) Ltd. (LECO) on Asian Development Bank funded tender which the two companies won through a Joint Venture Agreement. With this technological agreement, ACL managed to secure technology for the extrusion of Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE), which paved the way for ACL to incorporate same in other products as well. This initial transfer of technology was further strengthened in the year 1993 by another technical cooperation agreement, which enabled ACL to secure and establish technology, machinery and a turnace to draw and age Aluminium Alloy Conductors. The cables supplied to LECO in 1989 are still functioning without a complaint and that can be considered ample proof of ACLs determination to do things right even on inception.

1998 it surpassed the said standard to secure it first large order from the said organization for 500 km. this must be considered a remarkable achievement for ACL since only a handful of suppliers have achieved the NFC 33-209 in the region. The advantage of achieving this standard and subsequent process improvements developed by ACL earned a first class image for ACL as a supplier of XLPE insulated ABC. In 2003 when one of the largest Corporates in India was looking for a suitable partner for the introduction ABC to New Delhi, ACL was recommended by an Indian agent. This helped ACL to establish contact with the largest Power distributing company in New Delhi and introduce AB Cable know-how. Up to date ACL has supplied more than US$ 14 million worth of AB Cables to New Delhi, Jaipur and Orissa.

ACL across the world


ACL in addition to supplying the Indian market has exported AB Cables to Bangladesh and Dominican Republic proving Technical Superiority and consistency in Quality. Nearly 25,000km of ABC manufactured since 1989 and supplied to leading Authorities in Sri Lanka and abroad continue to function beautifully without a single complaint This speaks volumes about ACL being the power house for AB Cables in the South and South East Asia.

Why Power-X
The technological improvements so achieved by ACL contributed immensely to the upgrading of quality standards of both ABC and other XLPE insulated cables to world-class standards. ACL in the year 1999 decided to rename the entire range of XLPE insulated cables under the trade name of Power-X. Today, ACL market ABC and other XLPE insulated cables under the brand name Power-X to highlight the Quality Advantages our valued customers enjoy in using those cables.

Breakthrough technological development of ACL


Since Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) was insisting on National French Standard NFC 33209 for the supply of ABC, ACL continued its internal Research and Development work and in

Partly stripped ABC to show construction

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How does ABC fare better than Conventional Bare Conductors?


ABC acquire all its superiority and characteristic advantages over bare Conductors due to two factors ; 1. 2. Individual conductors are insulated, They are bundled together.

4.

Aesthetically More Pleasing


Any bare system consists of 4 5 conductors occupying a larger space. In case of ABC, only one black overhead cable is used. This definitely appears more pleasing than bare conductors.

Advantages of ABC
1.

5.

Low cost of maintenance


Due to reduced failure rate and the elimination of regular clearance of wayleaf, the crew required for maintenance and associated costs are less.

Super safe
Since the individual conductors and the fittings are insulated, accidental electrocution is not possible. Even if a line falls on to the ground continuity of both the electricity supply and safety are ensured.

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Possibility of live tapping


Fully insulated line taps can be fitted onto live wire without interruption of electricity. This ensures higher revenue to Authority and customer delight.

2.

Super Reliability
This is the biggest advantage of ABC. Fully insulated ABC is not subject to short-circuiting due to rainwater or way - leaf interference. Therefore, reliable power supply is ensured even during extreme weather conditions to the delight of both the consumers and Electricity Distributing Authority.

3.

Eco- friendly
Bare conductors need clearance of vegetation at the time of installation and for maintenance. The clearance of vegetation either during installation or maintenance can be minimized or totally eliminated with ABC. In fact ABC can be fixed onto a tree, wall or roof since it is fully insulated. Clearance of way-leaf is disliked by residents who live along the route and lead to disputes with Authority. This too can be avoided with ABC. Installed very close to a house in a narrow lane

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In harmony with the vegetation and aesthetically more pleasing

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Pilferage is eliminated
One of the biggest complaints against Bare Conductors is the ease of pilferage of electricity. Fully insulated system of ABC prevents pilferage of power ensuring higher revenue to Authority.

10. Ease of Augmentation


The need to enhance the capacity of a particular distribution line can be easily met by stringing another line of ABC below the existing line. No need to replace the earlier line.

8. Higher revenue and least cost to Authority, Customer delight.


Ultimate result of all the factors mentioned above is customer delight and higher revenue and increased profits to Authority.

11. ABC - install any where ability


ABC can be fixed on to any wall, roof, tree etc. since it is comparatively light and above all safe to touch. This makes it ideal for narrow lanes or areas where there is thick vegetation. Digging of roads, which is hated by everybody is not required.

9.

Pole sharing
The same pole can be shared by the Electricity Authority and the Telecommunication Authority reducing costs to both. Minimize disruption to aesthetic appearance of the area.

12. Lesser number of fittings


In the case of ABC lesser number of fittings are used since all the cores are together. In the case of Aluminium bare conductors the number of fittings are at least four times hgher.This entails more labour and time for installation of a bare conductor system.

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Two Aerial Bundled Cables running parallel to each other. Example of easy augmentation

ABC totally merged with vegetation

13. Lower Impedence


In the case of ABC the total impedence of the cable is lower than that of a bare conductor system of equivalent size. This allows ABC to carry a higher current rating.

14. Corrossion resistance


Since ABC is a fully insulated system metal conductors are not exposed to elements of the nature.Therefore, ABC system is ideal for coastal areas and generally lasts 5 to 10 years longer.

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Unlike Bare Conductors, ABC has a layer of insulation (PE or XLPE) on each conductor, which increases the initial cost compared to a bare conductor system. This type of comparison is grossly unprofessional and unfair. With ABC number of fittings and cost of installation is reduced. Furthermore, improved reliability, which leads to customer satisfaction, higher revenue and reduced cost to Authority, longer durability of system makes ABC far more economical than Bare Conductors. Studies done in Sri Lanka have shown that ABC system is at least 15% less expensive than an equivalent Bare Conductor System. Improved customer satisfaction and safety have not been taken into the study since they cannot be measured objectively. Therefore, ABC system taken as a whole costs at least 25% less than an equivalent bare conductor system. In view of the fact that ABC is a superior system compared to Bare Conductor System, the continued use of the latter system is adopted and justified only where initial capital is a constraint.

Biggest myth about ABC - it costs more (?)

ABC really Costs Less than Bare Conductors AND Whats more, it is simply superior.

as neat as could be

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CONSTRUCTION OF POWER X ABC


THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF ABC CABLES ACCORDING TO NFC 33 -209: 1996

Packing
All Aerial Bundled Cables are supplied in non-returnable wooden drums suitable for out door storage. These drums can be treated using suitable preservatives according to the specifications given by customers. Drum lengths and sizes & designs of drums also can be arranged to suit the customer needs.

ABC

ABC WITHOUT MESSENGER CUM NEUTRAL CORE ABC WITH MESSENGER CUM NEUTRAL CORE

Phase Conductor
Hard drawn Aluminium with a purity of designation of 1350 as per NFC 31-122 is insulated with black weather resistant cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) especially developed for damp and arid tropical climates and to withstand wide differences in temperature.

Different types of Bundled Cables


ACL has the capability to manufacture and test ABC to IEC, NFC, BS & ASTM standards. Furthermore, ACL can manufacture ABC to any standard as required by customer.

WHY XLPE?
Cross Linked Polyethylene cables are durable, economical, light weight and the properties of the insulation offer considerable advantages over Polyethylene (PE) where current ratings and short circuit ratings are of the primary importance. The nominal conductor operating temperature of XLPE insulated cable is 900C where as that of PE is only 700C. The cable has the advantage of simplicity in construction, lightness in weight besides its excellent electrical, heat, mechanical and anti-chemical corrosion properties. XLPE cable withstands small bending radius and allowing for easy handling and installation. Furthermore, the splicing and terminating methods for XLPE cables are very simple in comparison with those for other kinds of cables.

Neutral Messenger
The messenger, which is also the neutral conductor, is made of heat treated high tensile Aluminium Alloy and is insulated with XLPE.

Street Lighting Conductor


Normally 16mm2 or 25mm2 hard-drawn Aluminium insulated with black weather resistant XLPE. This street lighting conductor will be added to the bundled cable, only on the request made by customers.

Pilot Cores
Normally 1.5mm insulated with XLPE.
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untinned Copper

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Cross Sectional Drawing of ABC 3x70+54.6+6+16 sq.mm (N-28)

Aerial Bundled cables packed in drums at ACL yard being inspected before despatch

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ABC WithoUt Messenger NeUtral Core


2 or 4 x 16 mm2 Al/XLPE + K x 1.5 mm2 Cu/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Complete Cable Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core In air at 300C On facades In conduites in walls Phase Conductors mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. No. /km /km daN mm mm mm mm mm mm A A A V/A/km N - 1 2 x 16 16 - 7 - 1.91 - 190 4.8 - 1.2 - 7.2 - 93 83 72 3.98

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N - 3

N - 4

2x16 + 2x1.5 4 x 16 4x16 + 2x1.5 16 1.5 16 - 16 1.5 7 1 1.91 12.1 190 4.8 1.38 1.2 1.2 7.2 3.8 83 75 63 3.44

7 1 - 1.91 12.1 190 4.8 1.38 1.2 1.2 7.2 3.8 93 83 72 3.98 1.91 - 190 4.8 - 1.2 - 7.2 - 83 75 63 3.44

mm cm 15 40 Right 3.38 1.51 0.87 129.6 133.1 1750 D - 2 138 371 16 40 Right 3.38 1.51 0.87 129.6 178.4 1500 D - 2 138 406 18 40 Right 3.38 1.51 0.87 129.6 266.3 1200 D - 2 138 458 19.5 40 Right 3.38 1.51 0.87 129.6 311.5 1000 D - 2 138 450
Table-01

Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/km m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of Cable + Drum


K represents the number of pilot cores, it may be zero 0 or 2

kg kg

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ABC WithoUt Messenger NeUtral Core


2 or 4 x 25 mm2 Al/XLPE + K x 1.5 mm2 Cu/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Complete Cable Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core In air at 300C On facades In condutes in walls Phase Conductors mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. No. /km /km daN mm mm mm mm mm mm A A A V/A/km N - 5 2 x 25 25 - 7 - 1.20 - 300 6.0 - 1.4 - 8.8 - 122 111 95 2.54

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N - 7

N - 8

2x25 + 2x1.5 4 x 25 4x25 + 2x1.5 25 1.5 7 1 1.20 12.1 300 6.0 1.38 1.4 1.2 8.8 3.8 122 111 95 2.54 25 - 7 - 1.20 - 300 6.0 - 1.4 - 8.8 - 111 99 83 2.2 25 1.5 7 1 1.20 12.1 300 6.0 1.38 1.4 1.2 8.8 3.8 111 99 83 2.2

mm cm 18 45 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 158.4 203.1 1200 D - 2 138 382 19.5 45 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 158.4 248.4 1000 D - 2 138 386 22 45 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 158.4 406.2 700 D - 2 138 422 24 45 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 158.4 451.5 600 D-2 138 409
Table-02

Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/km m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum
K represents the number of pilot cores, it may be zero 0 or 2

kg kg

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ABC WithoUt Messenger NeUtral Core


2 or 4 x 35 mm2 Al/XLPE + K x 1.5 mm2 Cu/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core In air at 300C On facades In condutes in walls Phase Conductors mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. No. /km /km daN mm mm mm mm mm mm A A A V/A/km N - 9 2 x 35 35 - 7 - 0.868 - 420 7.0 - 1.6 - 10.2 - 150 134 116 1.65

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N - 10

N - 11

N - 12

2x35 + 2x1.5 4 x 35 4x35 + 2x1.5 35 1.5 7 1 0.868 12.1 420 7.0 1.38 1.6 1.2 10.2 3.8 150 134 116 1.65 35 - 7 - 0.868 - 420 7.0 - 1.6 - 10.2 - 138 123 107 1.65 35 1.5 7 1 0.868 12.1 420 7.0 1.38 1.6 1.2 10.2 3.8 138 123 107 1.65

Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch mm cm 21 50 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 183.6 274.5 1200 D - 3 145 474 23 50 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 183.6 319.7 1200 D - 3 145 529 26 50 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 183.6 549.0 800 D - 3 145 584 28 50 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 183.6 594.2 800 D - 3 145 620
Table-03

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/km m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum
K represents the number of pilot cores, it may be zero 0 or 2

kg kg

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2 x 50 mm2 Al/XLPE + K x 1.5 mm2 Cu/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core Phase Conductors Pilot Core In air at 300C On facades In condutes in walls Phase Conductors Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. No. /km /km daN mm mm mm mm mm mm A A A V/A/km N - 13 2 x 50 50 - 7 - 0.641 - 600 8.1 - 1.6 - 11.3 - 168 149 130 1.27

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N - 14 2x50 + 2x1.5 50 1.5 7 1 0.641 12.1 600 8.1 1.38 1.6 1.2 11.3 3.8 168 149 130 1.27

mm cm 23 55 Right 10.56 4.72 2.73 203.4 350.4 1000 D - 3 145 495 25 55 Right 10.56 4.72 2.73 203.4 395.6 1000 D - 3 145 541
Table-04

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/km m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum
K represents the number of pilot cores, it may be zero 0 or 2

kg kg

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3 x 25 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 54.6 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Complete Cable Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm
2 2

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N - 15 25 54.6 - 7 7 - 1.2 0.63 - 300 1660 - 3.15 6.0 9.5 - Left 190 1.4 1.6 - 8.8 12.7 - 112 - 2.2 30 80 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 229 514.1 1000 D - 5 225 739

N - 16 25 54.6 16 7 7 7 1.2 0.63 1.91 300 1660 190 3.15 6.0 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.4 1.6 1.2 8.8 12.7 7.2 112 83 2.2 30 80 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 229 580.7 1000 D - 5 225 806

N - 17 25 54.6 16 7 7 7 1.2 0.63 1.91 300 1660 190 3.15 6.0 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.4 1.6 1.2 8.8 12.7 7.2 112 83 2.2 30 80 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 229 647.3 1000 D - 5 225 872

N - 18 25 54.6 16 7 7 7 1.2 0.63 1.91 300 1660 190 3.15 6.0 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.4 1.6 1.2 8.8 12.7 7.2 112 83 2.2 30 80 Right 5.28 2.36 1.36 229 713.8 1000 D - 5 225 939
Table-05

3x25 +54.6 3x25+54.6+1x16 3x25+54.6+2x16 3x25+54.6+3x16

mm mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg

Neutral Messenger

Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 35 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 54.6 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Complete Cable Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg N - 19 35 54.6 - 7 7 - 0.868 0.63 - 420 1660 - 3.15 7.0 9.5 - Left 190 1.6 1.6 - 10.2 12.7 - 138 - 1.65 33 85 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 229 621.2 1000 D - 16 250 871

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N - 20 35 54.6 16 7 7 7 0.868 0.63 1.91 420 1660 190 3.15 7.0 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.6 1.6 1.2 10.2 12.7 7.2 138 83 1.65 33 85 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 229 687.8 1000 D - 16 250 938

N - 21 35 54.6 16 7 7 7 0.868 0.63 1.91 420 1660 190 3.15 7.0 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.6 1.6 1.2 10.2 12.7 7.2 138 83 1.65 33 85 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 229 754.4 1000 D - 16 250 1004

N - 22 35 54.6 16 7 7 7 0.868 0.63 1.91 420 1660 190 3.15 7.0 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.6 1.6 1.2 10.2 12.7 7.2 138 83 1.65 33 85 Right 7.39 3.31 1.91 229 820.9 1000 D - 16 250 1071
Table-06

3x35 +54.6 3x35+54.6+1x16 3x35+54.6+2x16 3x35+54.6+3x16

Neutral Messenger

Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

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3 x 50 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 54.6 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg N - 23 50 54.6 - 7 7 - 0.641 0.63 - 600 1660 - 3.15 8.1 9.5 - Left 190 1.6 1.6 - 11.3 12.7 - 168 - 1.27 36 90 Right 10.56 4.72 2.73 229 735.0 700 D - 15 215 730

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N - 24 50 54.6 16 7 7 7 0.641 0.63 1.91 600 1660 190 3.15 8.1 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.6 1.6 1.2 11.3 12.7 7.2 168 83 1.27 36 90 Right 10.56 4.72 2.73 229 801.6 700 D - 15 215 776

N - 25 50 54.6 16 7 7 7 0.641 0.63 1.91 600 1660 190 3.15 8.1 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.6 1.6 1.2 11.3 12.7 7.2 168 83 1.27 36 90 Right 10.56 4.72 2.73 229 868.2 700 D - 15 215 823

N - 26 50 54.6 16 7 7 7 0.641 0.63 1.91 600 1660 190 3.15 8.1 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.6 1.6 1.2 11.3 12.7 7.2 168 83 1.27 36 90 Right 10.56 4.72 2.73 229 934.8 700 D-15 215 869
Table-07

3x50 +54.6 3x50+54.6+1x16 3x50+54.6+2x16 3x50+54.6+3x16

Neutral Messenger

Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 70 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 54.6 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg N - 27

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N - 28

N - 29

N - 30

3x70 +54.6 3x70+54.6+1x16 3x70+54.6+2x16 3x70+54.6+3x16

70 54.6 - #12 7 - 0.443 0.63 - 840 1660 - 3.15 9.9 9.5 - Left 190 1.8 1.6 - 13.5 12.7 - 213 - 0.87 37.5 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 975.8 650 D - 15 215 849

70 54.6 16 #12 7 7 0.443 0.63 1.91 840 1660 190 3.15 9.9 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.8 1.6 1.2 13.5 12.7 7.2 213 83 0.87 37.5 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1042.3 650 D - 15 215 892

70 54.6 16 #12 7 7 0.443 0.63 1.91 840 1660 190 3.15 9.9 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.8 1.6 1.2 13.5 12.7 7.2 213 83 0.87 37.5 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1108.9 650 D - 15 215 936

70 54.6 16 #12 7 7 0.443 0.63 1.91 840 1660 190 3.15 9.9 9.5 4.8 Left 190 1.8 1.6 1.2 13.5 12.7 7.2 213 83 0.87 37.5 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1175.5 650 D - 15 215 979
Table-08

Neutral Messenger

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3 #- can be 19 strands based on customer request

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 70 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 54.6 mm2 + K x 25 mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec mm2 mm2 mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg N - 31 70 54.6 25 #12 7 7 0.443 0.63 1.20 840 1660 300 3.15 9.9 9.5 6.0 Left 190 1.8 1.6 1.4 13.5 12.7 8.8 213 111 0.87 40 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1077.3 600 D - 15 215 861

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N - 32 70 54.6 25 #12 7 7 0.443 0.63 1.20 840 1660 300 3.15 9.9 9.5 6.0 Left 190 1.8 1.6 1.4 13.5 12.7 8.8 213 111 0.87 40 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1178.9 600 D - 15 215 922

N - 33 70 54.6 25 #12 7 7 0.443 0.63 1.20 840 1660 300 3.15 9.9 9.5 6.0 Left 190 1.8 1.6 1.4 13.5 12.7 8.8 213 111 0.87 40 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1280.4 600 D - 15 215 983
Table-09

3x70+54.6+1x25 3x70+54.6+2x25 3x70+54.6+3x25

Neutral Messenger

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3 #- can be 19 strands based on customer request

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 70 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 70 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm
2 2

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N - 34
3x70 +N70

N - 35 70 70 16 #12 7 7 0.443 0.5 1.91 840 2050 190 3.50 9.9 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 13.5 13.5 7.2 213 83 0.87 41 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1079.9 600 D - 15 215 863

N - 36 70 70 16 #12 7 7 0.443 0.5 1.91 840 2050 190 3.50 9.9 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 13.5 13.5 7.2 213 83 0.87 41 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1146.4 600 D - 15 215 903

N - 37 70 70 16 #12 7 7 0.443 0.5 1.91 840 2050 190 3.50 9.9 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 13.5 13.5 7.2 213 83 0.87 41 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1213.0 600 D - 15 215 943
Table-10

3x70+N70 +1x16 3x70+N70 +2x16 3x70+N70 +3x16

mm mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg

70 70 - #12 7 - 0.443 0.5 - 840 2050 - 3.50 9.9 10.5 - Left 210 1.8 1.5 - 13.5 13.5 - 213 - 0.87 41 100 Right 14.79 6.61 3.82 243 1013.3 600 D - 15 215 823

Neutral Messenger

Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3 #- can be 19 strands based on customer request

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 95 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 70 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm
2 2

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N - 38 95 70 - 19 7 - 0.320 0.5 - 1140 2050 - 3.50 11.2 10.5 - Left 210 1.8 1.5 - 14.8 13.5 - 258 - 0.67 44 110 Right 20.07 8.98 5.18 266 1196.2 500 D - 5 225 823

N - 39 95 70 16 19 7 7 0.320 0.5 1.91 1140 2050 190 3.50 11.2 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 14.8 13.5 7.2 258 83 0.67 44 110 Right 20.07 8.98 5.18 266 1262.8 500 D - 5 225 856

N - 40 95 70 16 19 7 7 0.320 0.5 1.91 1140 2050 190 3.50 11.2 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 14.8 13.5 7.2 258 83 0.67 44 110 Right 20.07 8.98 5.18 266 1329.3 500 D - 5 225 890

N - 41 95 70 16 19 7 7 0.320 0.5 1.91 1140 2050 190 3.50 11.2 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 14.8 13.5 7.2 258 83 0.67 44 110 Right 20.07 8.98 5.18 266 1395.9 500 D - 5 225 923
Table-11

3x95 +N70 3x95+N70 +1x16 3x95+N70 +2x16 3x95+N70 +3x16

mm mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg

Neutral Messenger

Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 120 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 70 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec mm
2 2

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N - 42 120 70 - 19 7 - 0.253 0.5 - 1440 2050 - 3.50 12.2 10.5 - Left 210 1.8 1.5 - 15.8 13.5 - 300 - 0.55 46 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1350.5 450 D - 5 225 833

N - 43 120 70 16 19 7 7 0.253 0.5 1.91 1440 2050 190 3.50 12.2 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 15.8 13.5 7.2 300 83 0.55 46 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1417.1 450 D - 5 225 863

N - 44
3x120+N70 +2x16

N - 45
3x120+N70 +3x16

3x120 +N70 3x120+N70 +1x16

mm mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg

120 70 16 19 7 7 0.253 0.5 1.91 1440 2050 190 3.50 12.2 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 15.8 13.5 7.2 300 83 0.55 46 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1483.7 450 D - 5 225 893

120 70 16 19 7 7 0.253 0.5 1.91 1440 2050 190 3.50 12.2 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.8 1.5 1.2 15.8 13.5 7.2 300 83 0.55 46 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1550.2 450 D - 5 225 923
Table-12

Neutral Messenger

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 150 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 70 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm
2 2

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N - 46
3x150 +N70

N - 47
3x150+N70 +1x16

N - 48
3x150+N70 +2x16

N - 49
3x150+N70 +3x16

mm mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg

150 70 - 19 7 - 0.206 0.5 - 1800 2050 - 3.50 14.1 10.5 - Left 210 1.7 1.5 - 17.5 13.5 - 344 - 0.46 48 115 / 130 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1660.9 400 D - 5 225 889

150 70 16 19 7 7 0.206 0.5 1.91 1800 2050 190 3.50 14.1 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.7 1.5 1.2 17.5 13.5 7.2 344 83 0.46 48 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1727.5 400 D - 5 225 916

150 70 16 19 7 7 0.206 0.5 1.91 1800 2050 190 3.50 14.1 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.7 1.5 1.2 17.5 13.5 7.2 344 83 0.46 48 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1794.0 400 D - 5 225 943

150 70 16 19 7 7 0.206 0.5 1.91 1800 2050 190 3.50 14.1 10.5 4.8 Left 210 1.7 1.5 1.2 17.5 13.5 7.2 344 83 0.46 48 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1860.6 400 D - 5 225 969
Table-13

Neutral Messenger

Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum / minimum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

115 / 130 115 / 130 115 / 130

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 120 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 95 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm
2 2

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N - 50 120 95 - 19 19 - 0.253 0.343 - 1440 2750 - 2.50 12.2 12.5 - Left 250 1.8 1.6 - 15.8 15.7 - 300 - 0.55 47 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1413.7 425 D - 5 225 826

N - 51 120 95 16 19 19 7 0.253 0.343 1.91 1440 2750 190 2.50 12.2 12.5 4.8 Left 250 1.8 1.6 1.2 15.8 15.7 7.2 300 83 0.55 47 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1480.3 425 D - 5 225 854

N - 52 120 95 16 19 19 7 0.253 0.343 1.91 1440 2750 190 2.50 12.2 12.5 4.8 Left 250 1.8 1.6 1.2 15.8 15.7 7.2 300 83 0.55 47 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1546.9 425 D - 5 225 882

N - 53 120 95 16 19 19 7 0.253 0.343 1.91 1440 2750 190 2.50 12.2 12.5 4.8 Left 250 1.8 1.6 1.2 15.8 15.7 7.2 300 83 0.55 47 120 Right 25.35 11.34 6.55 284 1613.4 425 D - 5 225 911
Table-14

3x120 +N95 3x120+N95 +1x16 3x120+95 +2x16 3x120+N95 +3x16

mm mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg

Neutral Messenger

Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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ABC With Messenger NeUtral Core


3 x 150 mm2 Al / XLPE + N 95 mm2 + K x 16mm2 ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Strands Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Lay Direction Lay Pitch Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity Voltage Drop Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Neutral Messenger Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Neutral Messenger Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors Street Lighting Conductor Phase Conductors mm
2 2

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N -54 150 95 - 19 19 - 0.206 0.343 - 1800 2750 - 2.50 14.1 12.5 - Left 250 1.7 1.6 - 17.5 15.7 - 344 - 0.46 49 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1724.1 400 D - 5 225 915

N -55 150 95 16 19 19 7 0.206 0.343 1.91 1800 2750 190 2.50 14.1 12.5 4.8 Left 250 1.7 1.6 1.2 17.5 15.7 7.2 344 83 0.46 49 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1790.7 400 D - 5 225 941

N -56 150 95 16 19 19 7 0.206 0.343 1.91 1800 2750 190 2.50 14.1 12.5 4.8 Left 250 1.7 1.6 1.2 17.5 15.7 7.2 344 83 0.46 49 115 / 130 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1857.2 400 D - 5 225 968

N -57 150 95 16 19 19 7 0.206 0.343 1.91 1800 2750 190 2.50 14.1 12.5 4.8 Left 250 1.7 1.6 1.2 17.5 15.7 7.2 344 83 0.46 49 115 / 130 Right 31.69 14.17 8.18 315 1923.8 400 D - 5 225 995
Table-15

3x150 +N95 3x150+N95 +1x16 3x150+N95 +2x16 3x150+N95 +3x16

mm mm2 mm2 Nos. Nos. Nos. /km /km /km daN daN daN mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm A A V/A/km mm cm kA kA kA mm kg/km m kg kg

Neutral Messenger

Complete Cable Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum / minimum Lay Pitch Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec

115 / 130 115 / 130

Lay Direction

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length Drum Weight Gross Weight of the Cable + Drum

Size of the Drum

K represents the number of cores for public lighting, it may be zero 0, 1, 2 or 3

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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Aerial BUndled Cable With ALUMINIUM CondUctors


2 or 4 Core Al/XLPE ABC

600 / 1000 V AS/NZS 3560.1:2000

ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity For typical Australian Installation conditions For typical New Zealand Installation conditions mm2 mm2 Nos. /km kN mm mm mm A A

AS - 1 2 x 16 16 7 1.91 2.2 4.7 1.3 7.9 78 87

AS - 2 4 x 16 16 7 1.91 2.2 4.7 1.3 7.9 74 83

Complete Cable mm mm 15.8 443 Left 3.38 1.51 0.87 95 0.14 2000 D - 2 138 418 19.1 535 Left 3.38 1.51 0.87 115 0.28 1000 D-3 145 425
Table-16

Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Length

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/m m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of Cable + Drum kg kg

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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Aerial BUndled Cable With ALUMINIUM CondUctors


2,3 or 4 Core Al/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity For typical Australian Installation conditions For typical New Zealand Installation conditions Complete Cable mm mm mm2 mm2 Nos. W/km kN mm mm mm A

600 / 1000 V AS/NZS 3560.1:2000

AS - 3 2 x 25 25 7 1.20 3.5 6 1.3 9.2 105

AS - 4 3 x 25 25 7 1.20 3.5 6 1.3 9.2 97

AS - 5 4 x 25 25 7 1.20 3.5 6 1.3 9.2 97

118

109

109

Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Length

18.4 516 Left 5.28 2.36 1.36 110 0.2 2000 D - 3 145 545

19.8 555 Left 5.28 2.36 1.36 120 0.3 2000 D-45 208 808

22.2 622 Left 5.28 2.36 1.36 135 0.4 1000 D - 25 162 562
Table-17

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/m m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of Cable + Drum kg kg

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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Aerial BUndled Cable With ALUMINIUM CondUctors


2,3 or 4 Core Al/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity For typical Australian Installation conditions For typical New Zealand Installation conditions Complete Cable mm mm mm2 mm2 Nos. W/km kN mm mm mm A

600 / 1000 V AS/NZS 3560.1:2000

AS - 6 2 x 35 35 7 0.868 4.9 7 1.3 10.3 125

AS - 7 3 x 35 35 7 0.868 4.9 7 1.3 10.3 120

AS - 8 4 x 35 35 7 0.868 4.9 7 1.3 10.3 120

140

134

134

Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Length

20.6 3.31 1.91 7.39 3.91 1.91 125 0.26 2000 D - 3 145 665

22.2 3.31 1.91 7.39 3.91 1.91 135 0.39 1000 D - 25 162 552

24.9 3.31 1.91 7.39 3.91 1.91 150 0.52 1000 D-45 208 728
Table-18

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/m m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of Cable + Drum kg kg

ABC -Reliability, Safety and Flexibility at Low Cost


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Aerial BUndled Cable With ALUMINIUM CondUctors


2,3 or 4 Core Al/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity For typical Australian Installation conditions For typical New Zealand Installation conditions mm2 mm2 Nos. W/km kN mm mm mm A

600 / 1000 V AS/NZS 3560.1:2000

AS - 9 2 x 50 50 7 0.641 7 8.2 1.5 11.9 150

AS - 10 3 x 50 50 7 0.641 7 8.2 1.5 11.9 140

AS - 11 4 x 50 50 7 0.641 7 8.2 1.5 11.9 140

168

157

157

Complete Cable mm mm 23.8 667 Left 10.56 4.72 2.73 145 0.35 1000 D - 2 138 138 25.6 717 Left 10.56 4.72 2.73 155 0.53 1000 D-45 208 738 28.7 804 Left 10.56 4.72 2.73 160 0.7 1000 D-45 208 908
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Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Length

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/m m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of Cable + Drum kg kg

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Aerial BUndled Cable With ALUMINIUM CondUctors


2 or 4 Core Al/XLPE ABC ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity For typical Australian Installation conditions For typical New Zealand Installation conditions mm2 mm2 Nos. W/km kN mm mm mm A

600 / 1000 V AS/NZS 3560.1:2000

AS - 12 4 x 70 70 19 0.443 9.8 9.9 1.5 13.6 175

AS - 13 2 x 95 95 19 0.320 13.3 11.6 1.7 15.9 230

AS - 14 4 x 95 95 19 0.320 13.3 11.6 1.7 15.9 215

196

258

241

Complete Cable mm mm 32.8 919 Left 14.79 6.61 3.82 285 0.96 750 D-45 208 928 31.8 891 Left 20.07 8.98 5.18 285 0.68 1000 D - 25 162 842 38.4 1076 Left 20.07 8.98 5.18 345 1.35 500 D-45 208 883
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Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Length

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/m m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of Cable + Drum kg kg

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Aerial BUndled Cable With ALUMINIUM CondUctors


4 Core Al/XLPE ABC

600 / 1000 V AS/NZS 3560.1:2000

ITEM CODE UNITS Item Description Nominal Cross - Sectional Area Number Of Strands Maximum Resistance Of Conductor At 20 0 C Minimum Breaking Strength Nominal Diameter Of Bare Conductors Nominal Thickness Of Insulating Sheath Nominal Insulated Core Diameter Current Carrying Capacity For typical Australian Installation conditions For typical New Zealand Installation conditions Complete Cable mm2 mm2 Nos. W/km kN mm mm mm A

AS - 15 4 x 120 120 19 0.253 16.8 13.2 1.7 17.5 250

AS - 16 4 x 150 150 19 0.206 21.0 14.5 1.7 18.9 280

280

314

mm mm 42.2 1182 Left 25.35 11.34 6.55 380 1.66 500 D - 45 208 1038 45.6 1277 Left 31.69 14.17 8.18 410 2.02 500 D - 10 418 1428
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Approximate Overall Diameter Maximum Lay Length

Lay Direction Maximum Short Circuit Rating for 0.2 Sec for 1.0 Sec for 3.0 Sec kA kA kA mm kg/m m

Minimum Bending Radius Approximate Cable Weight Nominal Drum Length

Size of the Drum Drum Weight Gross Weight of Cable + Drum kg kg

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ROAD

SMALL ANGLE ASSEMBLY 3. SINGLE PHASE

SERVICE CONNECTION

4. TEE OFF POLE

5. THREE PHASE

SERVICE CONNECTION

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POLE LV ABC (MAIN LINE)

6. LARGE ANGLE ASSEMBLY

7. DEAD END (TERMINAL) POLE

ROAD

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1 2 3 4 5 6
ROAD HOUSE LV ABC (BRANCH LINE) FACTORY

Line Diagram of a Typical Low Voltage XLPE Insulated Aerial Bundled Cable Distribution Line

1. TRANSFORMER

2. INTERMEDIATE POLE

Diagrams of installed ABC fittings

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Details of DRUMs Used for ABC


DRUM NO D2 D3 D25 D45 D5 D15 D16 (F 44 44 54 56 56 56 60 DRUM SIZES IN inches X X X X X X X X B 20 20 20 22 28 24 28 X X X X X X X X T) 22 36 23 36 36 36 36 (F 1118 1118 1372 1422 1422 1422 1524 DRUM SIZES IN mm X X X X X X X X B 508 508 508 559 711 X T)

X 559 X 914 X 584 X 914 X 914

609.6 X 914 711.2 X 914

F B T t h

- - - - -

Flange Diameter Barrel Diameter Inner Traverse Thickness of Flange Spindle Hole Diameter

Note : t =76.2 mm h = 95mm for all above drums

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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR STORAGE AND TRANSPORT OF ABC


Cables shall be protected from all damage during storage and transport. The drums shall be transported upright in all cases (with their axis horizontal). Any movement of drums shall be prevented during transport. Loading and unloading shall be carried out with appropriate equipment, which cannot damage the cables and drums. Full drums shall be rolled only over short distances and on solid flat ground, and only in the direction indicated on the drums. Cable ends shall be fixed securely. b) The method of laying; c) Adverse external factors;

d) potential attack by fauna and flora. When cables are laid horizontally without being tensioned, for example on walls or ceilings, the distance between brackets shall be approximately 0.6 m (1m if the cables are installed vertically). When cables are installed under tension on poles for example, appropriate clamps shall be used.

MINIMUM BENDING RADIUS


During installation, the bending radius measured on the inner generatrix of the complete cable shall be not less than 18 D (which are given in tables relevant to each size of cable), where D is the diameter of the largest core. In the case of laying with controlled bending, in other words bending over a form at a temperature greater than or equal to 15oC, the above bending radius may be halved.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR LAYING AND INSTALLATION OF ABC


Cables shall be laid and used in such a way that their properties are not impaired. In this context, the following points shall be considered. a) Operating conditions, such as concentration of insulated cables, the effect of external heat sources, solar radiation, etc.;

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Diagrammatic instructions on handling and storage of drums of ABC

Keep the drum upright, using wedges or other appropriate devices in the heels of the flanges

Drums may be stacked flange on flange, provided that they are lagged. The lower layer of drums shall be wedged throughout.

Never lay the drums on their flanges. TRANSPORT

Roll the drum in the direction of winding of the turns

Drums may be bandled with cranes or fork-lift trucks Unreeling

Unreel like this

Coils may be unwound like this, according to the manufacturers instructions

Never unreel in this way

Re-winding

Recommended method

Not recommended

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N.B. Whilst every care is taken to ensure that the information contained in the publication is correct, no legal responsibility can be accepted by ACL for any inaccuracy. ACL reserves the right to alter or modify the information contained herein at any time in the light of technical or other developments

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