5kV/8kV MC-HL MV-105 Power Cable 3×1/0 AWG | EPR Insulation, Copper Tape Shield | Direct Burial & UL 1072/1569

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Description

5kV/8kV MC-HL MV-105 Power Cable 3×1/0 AWG | EPR Insulation, Copper Tape Shield | Direct Burial & UL 1072/1569-Picture1

5kV/8kV MC-HL MV-105 Industrial Shielded Power Cable 3×1/0 AWG | EPR Insulation, Copper Tape Shield, Yellow Jacket | Direct Burial & UL 1072/1569

Product Overview

5kV MC-HL MV-105 Power Cable: Industrial-Grade Power Distribution for Demanding Environments
Designed as an economical alternative to conduit systems, the 5kV MC-HL MV-105 cable delivers robust performance in industrial and utility power networks. Featuring EPR insulation, copper tape shielding, and a corrugated aluminum sheath, this 3x1/0 AWG cable excels in wet/dry locations, direct burial, and exposed installations while complying with UL 1072 and UL 1569 standards.

Key Specifications

  • Voltage Rating: 5kV (133% insulation level) / 8kV (100% insulation level)

  • Conductor: 3x1/0 AWG uncoated copper compact stranded (ASTM B-496)

  • Temperature Range: -40°C to +105°C

  • Certifications: FT4 Flame Retardant | Oil & UV Resistant | UL File E466020

Cable Structure

Layer Material & Construction
1. Conductor 1/0 AWG compact stranded copper (ASTM B-496)
2. Conductor Screen Extruded semiconducting EPR
3. Insulation EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber)
4. Insulation Screen Extruded semiconducting EPR
5. Shield 5-mil copper tape, helical (12.5% overlap)
6. Ground 3x8 AWG bare copper (UL 1072 compliant)
7. Fillers Polypropylene (PP)
8. Sheath Corrugated impervious aluminum
9. Jacket Sunlight-resistant yellow PVC

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Technical Data for 3x1/0 AWG Configuration

Parameter Value
Insulation Thickness 115 mil (2.92 mm)
Diameter Over Armor 1.78 inches (45.2 mm)
Overall Diameter 1.91 inches (48.5 mm)
Jacket Thickness 60 mil (1.52 mm)
Net Weight 2,462 lb/1000 ft
Ampacity (Air) 205 A
Ampacity (Cable Tray) 185 A
Ampacity (Direct Burial) 245 A

Applications

  • Industrial Plants: Feeders for motors, transformers, and switchgear.

  • Direct Burial: Underground power distribution without conduit.

  • Harsh Environments: Oil refineries, chemical processing (oil/UV resistant).

  • Concrete-Embedded: Foundations, tunnels, and infrastructure projects.

  • Cable Trays/Racks: Exposed runs with ≤6 ft support spacing.

Performance Advantages

  1. Extended Lifespan

    • EPR insulation resists thermal degradation (105°C continuous).

  2. EMI Protection

    • Copper tape shield + aluminum sheath block interference.

  3. Moisture Resistance

    • Hermetic aluminum sheath prevents water ingress.

  4. Safety Compliance

    • FT4 flame rating + integrated grounding (3x8 AWG).

  5. Cost Efficiency

    • 35% savings vs. conduit systems (labor + materials).

Standards & Compliance

  • UL Standards: UL 1072 (Shielded Power Cables), UL 1569 (Metal-Clad Cables)

  • Voltage Compliance: NEC 5kV/133% & 8kV/100% insulation levels

  • Environmental: UV-resistant jacket for outdoor exposure

Engineering Notes

  • Installation Flexibility: Suitable for vertical runs, trays, and concrete embedding.

  • Grounding: 3x8 AWG conductors meet NEC fault-current requirements.

  • Temperature Resilience: Operates in Arctic (-40°C) to high-heat industrial settings.