In the mining industry, cable failure is not an option. With heavy machinery operating continuously in abrasive, wet, and confined environments, mining cables must deliver uncompromised performance under mechanical stress, chemical exposure, and electrical load. A comprehensive range of mining cables is available for both underground and open-cast applications, designed for long-term reliability. Built to international standards and tailored for automated and manually operated equipment, these cables ensure operational continuity and personnel safety.
Mining Cable – Heavy-Duty & MSHA-Approved Cables for Underground & Surface Mining Operations
Applications
Mining cables are suitable for a wide range of mining equipment and installations, including:
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Continuous miners, longwall systems, and shearers
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Draglines, rope shovels, and drills
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Load-haul-dump (LHD) vehicles and haul trucks
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Reeling, trailing, and festoon systems
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Submersible pumps and dewatering systems
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Portable welding units and switchgear
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Fixed power distribution and control networks
Key Construction Features
Mining cables are engineered with materials and geometries that extend service life in demanding environments:
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Tinned copper conductors – Class 5 and 6 flexible stranding for high flex life and corrosion resistance
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Integral fillers and textile braids – Prevent conductor loosening under torsion and tension
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Individual screening – Reduces electromagnetic interference and improves safety in high-voltage applications
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Specialized insulation and jacketing compounds – Formulated for resistance to oil, grease, water, abrasion, and flame
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Low-smoke, zero-halogen (LSZH) options – Available for confined-space installations where toxic fumes present a hazard
Compliance and Standards
All mining cables are manufactured in accordance with relevant international and regional standards, including:
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AS/NZS 1802, 2802, 1972 – Australian/New Zealand trailing and reeling cables
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VDE 0250 – German standard for rubber-insulated cables
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MT 818 – Chinese mining cable standard (Parts 1–13)
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IEC 60228, 60332, 60754 – Conductor classification, flame retardance, and halogen content
- MSHA - USA Mine Safety and Health Administration approval
- CSA C22.2 - Canadian mining cable standards
Product Range Overview
1. Portable Power Cables
Heavy-duty cables for mobile equipment requiring flexible power connections.
| Type | Voltage | Description |
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| Type W | 2 kV | Portable power – 2–5 conductors |
| Type G | 2 kV | Grounded portable power |
| Type G-GC | 2 kV | With ground check conductor |
| Type SHD | 2–25 kV | Shielded mining shovel cable |
| Type SHD-GC | 2–25 kV | Shielded with ground check |
| Type SHD-CGC | 2–25 kV | Shielded with continuous ground check |
2. Portable Welding Cables
Flexible, high-amperage cables for welding leads and secondary voltage applications.
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600V Portable Welding Cable – Fine-stranded tinned copper, EP/SBR insulation
3. Mine Power Feeder Cables
Medium-voltage fixed installation cables for underground distribution.
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Type MP-GC – 5–15 kV, shielded, with ground check
4. Reeling & Trailing Cables (AS/NZS)
For equipment that pays out and retrieves cable during operation.
| Type | Voltage Range | Construction |
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| Type 209 | 1.1–11 kV | General reeling |
| Type 210 | 1.1/1.1 kV | Light-duty reeling |
| Type 240 | 1.1–11 kV | Heavy-duty trailing |
| Type 241 | 1.1–11 kV | Flexible trailing |
| Type 241 Superflex | 1.1–6.6 kV | Extra-flexible for continuous flexing |
| Type 245 | 1.1–6.6 kV | General trailing |
| Type 260 | 1.1–11 kV | Reinforced for high mechanical stress |
| Type 275 | 1.1/1.1 kV | Compact design |
| Type 409 | 1.1–22 kV | Medium-voltage trailing |
| Type 412 | 1.1/1.1 kV | Standard construction |
| Type 440 | 1.1–22 kV | Heavy-duty trailing |
| Type 441 (class 2) | 1.1/1.1 kV | Collectively screened |
| Type 441 (class 1) | 3.3–22 kV | Individually screened |
| Type 450 | 3.3–33 kV | Extra-high voltage trailing |
| Type 455 | 3.3–33 kV | Extra-high voltage trailing |
| Type 1 | 1.1/1.1 kV | Individually/collectively screened |
| Type 2S | 1.1/1.1 kV & 3.3/3.3 kV | Individually/collectively screened |
| Type A & B | 1.1/1.1 kV | Basic construction |
| XLPE Insulated | 6.35/11 kV & 12.7/22 kV | Cross-linked polyethylene insulation |
| Paper Insulated | 11/11 kV | Traditional paper-insulated design |
5. German Standard (VDE) Cables
Underground Mining
| Designation | Voltage | Application |
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| H07RN-F / A07RN-F | 450/750V | General flexible connection |
| H07RN8-F | 450/750V | Enhanced rubber insulation |
| NTSWOEU | 0.6/1 kV | E-loader cables |
| NTMTWOEU | 0.6/1 kV | Mine hoist cables |
| NSHTOEU | 0.6/1 kV | LHD vehicle cables |
| NSSHCGEOEU | 0.6/1 kV | Coal cutter (high/low tensile) |
| (N)SSHOEU | 0.6/1 kV | Heavy-duty flexible |
| NSSHOEU-O/J | 0.6/1 kV | With individual/collective screen |
| NSSHOEU .../3E + ST | 0.6/1 kV | With control cores |
| NSSHOEU/NTSWOEU | Up to 6kV | Submersible cables |
| NTSCGERLWOEU | 3.6/6 kV | Flexible submersible |
| NTSKCGERLOEU | MV | Medium-voltage coal cutter |
| NTSCGECWOEU | MV | Medium-voltage coal cutter |
| (N)TSCGECWOEU | MV | Medium-voltage trailing |
| (N)TSCGEWOEU | MV | Trailing with anti-torsion braid |
| NSGAFOEU / NSHXAFOE | MV | Single-core medium voltage |
| N3GHSSYCY | MV | Medium-voltage control cable |
Open-Cast Mining
| Designation | Voltage | Application |
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| (N)SHOEU | 0.6/1 kV | Flexible power cable |
| 2YSLGCGOEU | — | Signal & control |
| (N)TSCGEWOEU | MV | Reeling (with/without fibre) |
| (N)TSCGEWOEU | MV | Fixed installation (with/without fibre) |
| NTSCGEWOEU | MV | Underwater flexible |
| NTSCGEWOEU | MV | Flexible trailing |
| NTMCWOEU / NTMCGCWOEU | MV | Single-core flexible |
| Flexible Fibre Optic Cable | — | Data transmission |
| Reeling Fibre Optic Cable | — | Data for moving equipment |
| SOOW Cable | 600V | Multi-purpose portable cord |
6. Flame-Retardant Cables (MT 818)
MT818.1–10 (Low/Medium Voltage)
| Type | Voltage | Application |
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| MYQ / MZP / MZ | 0.3/0.5 kV | Light-duty control |
| MC | 0.38/0.66 kV | Medium-voltage |
| MCP | 0.38/0.66 – 1.9/3.3 kV | Coal cutter flexible |
| MY / MYP | 0.38/0.66 – 0.66/1.14 kV | General screened power |
| MYPTJ | 3.6/6 kV | Screened, for longwall |
MT818.11,13 (XLPE Power Cables)
| Type | Description |
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| MVV | XLPE insulated, PVC sheathed |
| MVV22 | XLPE insulated, steel tape armored |
Technical Support & Custom Engineering
Product engineers with direct experience in shaft and surface mining applications work with operators and OEMs to specify or develop cables that meet exacting mechanical, electrical, and environmental requirements.
Available services include:
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Custom conductor stranding and insulation compounds
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Hybrid cables incorporating power, control, and fibre optic elements
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Application-specific testing and documentation
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On-site technical support for installation and troubleshooting
Summary
Mining cables are specified for their ability to maintain electrical integrity and mechanical durability in the world's most demanding mining environments. With a product line spanning portable power, reeling, trailing, fixed installation, and flame-retardant types—compliant with AS/NZS, VDE, and MT818 standards—these solutions protect personnel, reduce downtime, and extend cable life.