3×6 AWG Solid Copper ESP Cable with Lead Sheath & Steel Armor – API-Compliant Submersible Pump Power Cable with Oil Tube

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Description

3×6 AWG Solid Copper ESP Cable with Lead Sheath & Steel Armor – API-Compliant Submersible Pump Power Cable with Oil Tube

Product Overview

Electric Submersible Pump Cable (3×6 AWG with Oil Pipe)
As a direct supplier for Fortune 500 energy companies, we deliver API RP 11S6-compliant ESP cables for extreme oil well environments. This 3×6 AWG (13.3mm²) solid copper conductor cable features lead sheath, interlocked galvanized steel armor, and integrated oil tube. Rated for 5kV operation in wells up to 180°C ambient (conductor: 204°C max).

Technical Specifications (Exact per Datasheet)

Parameter Specification Standard
Conductor 3×6 AWG solid copper (13.3 mm²) ASTM B3
Structure 1/4.12 mm (solid) -
Insulation Oil-resistant EPDM, 2.3 mm ASTM D412
Sheath Lead, 1.0 mm API RP 11S6
Barrier Rubber-infused woven fabric IEEE 1018
Armor Interlock galvanized steel ASTM A459
Outer Jacket PVC -
Oil Tube Inside outer armor (optional) -
Voltage Rating 5 kV IEEE 1018
Dimensions 12×36 mm -
Weight 2,100 kg/km -

API-Compliant Construction

  1. Conductor:

    • Solid bare copper (ASTM B3), 1/4.12 mm diameter

  2. Insulation:

    • EPDM rubber (2.3 mm), oil/swell resistant (ASTM D412)

  3. Sheath:

    • Continuous lead barrier (1.0 mm) for H₂S/CO₂ resistance

  4. Barrier:

    • Rubber-infused woven fabric bedding

  5. Armor:

    • Interlock-profile galvanized steel (ASTM A459)

  6. Outer Jacket:

    • PVC protection layer

  7. Oil Tube:

    • Integrated inside outer armor cavity

Reference Datasheet (Certified Values)

AWG Cross-section (mm²) Conductor (No./mm) Insul. (mm) Sheath (mm) Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg/km)
1 3×42.4 1/7.35 2.3 1.0 16×47 3,850
2 3×33.6 1/6.54 2.3 1.0 15×45 3,320
4 3×21.1 1/5.19 2.3 1.0 14×40 2,730
5 3×16.8 1/4.62 2.3 1.0 13×38 2,410
6 3×13.3 1/4.12 2.3 1.0 12×36 2,100
7 3×10.6 1/3.60 2.3 1.0 11×34 1,790

Material Options

Layer Standard Custom Alternatives
Conductor Solid copper Stranded copper (on request)
Insulation EPDM XLPE, PP, EPR, Fluoroplastics
Sheath Lead NBR, Neoprene-PVC, Fluoroplastics
Armor Galvanized steel Stainless steel (high H₂S)
Monel (extreme H₂S/CO₂)

Key Advantages

Gas Impermeability

  • Lead sheath blocks corrosive H₂S/CO₂ penetration (API Class III/IV)
    Mechanical Durability

  • Interlock armor withstands 25 kN/cm² crush pressure
    Thermal Resilience

  • EPDM insulation maintains integrity at 204°C conductor temperature
    Integrated Oil Management

  • Dedicated lubrication tube reduces ESP wear

Application Scenarios

  • Sour Gas Wells: High H₂S/CO₂ concentrations (lead sheath + Monel armor option)

  • Offshore Platforms: PVC jacket resists saltwater corrosion

  • High-Temp Wells: Geothermal reservoirs ≤180°C ambient

  • Sandy Formations: Double armor available for abrasion resistance

Standards Compliance

Standard Scope
API RP 11S6 ESP cable design for sour service wells
IEEE 1018 5kV electrical safety & endurance
ASTM B3 Solid copper conductor specifications
ASTM D412 EPDM oil/swell resistance
ASTM A459 Interlock armor mechanical integrity

Custom Engineering Options

  1. Armor Upgrade Path:

    • Galvanized steel → Stainless steel (API Class III) → Monel (API Class IV)

  2. Conductor Range:

    • 1 AWG to 7 AWG (42.4mm² to 10.6mm² per datasheet)

  3. Critical Add-ons:

    • Double armor for sand-prone wells

    • Teflon®-F46 insulation for >200°C service

    • HDPE jacket for offshore chemical resistance