Product Overview
The Type 209 series mining cable is a robust and flexible power cable designed for use as a feeder to mobile machinery in mining and industrial environments. It is particularly suited for trailing applications rather than continuous reeling. Smaller variants within the series are commonly employed for drills, hand-held tools, and other portable equipment. Manufactured to stringent Australian/New Zealand standards, this cable ensures reliable performance under demanding conditions.
Standards
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AS/NZS 1802:2003 – Electric cables – Reeling and trailing – For mining and general use (AS/NZS 1802)
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AS/NZS 1125 – Conductors in insulated electric cables and flexible cords
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AS/NZS 3808 – Insulating and sheathing materials for electric cables
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AS/NZS 5000.1 – Electric cables – Polymeric insulated – For working voltages up to and including 0.6/1 (1.2) kV
Applications
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Flexible feeder to mining machinery (e.g., draglines, shovels, continuous miners).
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Trailing cable for mobile equipment (not for continuous reeling).
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Smaller sizes suitable for drills, hand-held tools, and ancillary equipment.
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Other industrial applications requiring flexible, screened power cables.
Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Voltage Rating | 1.1 kV to 11 kV (depending on construction) |
| Low Voltage | Yes (for 1.1 kV variants) |
| Medium Voltage | Yes (for 3.3 kV and above) |
| Conductor | Flexible stranded tinned annealed copper |
| Insulation | Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) |
| Sheath | Heavy duty Polychloroprene (PCP) |
| Standards | AS/NZS 1802:2003, AS/NZS 1125, AS/NZS 3808, AS/NZS 5000.1 |
Construction
The Type 209 cable features a sophisticated multi-component design to ensure mechanical strength and electrical integrity in harsh mining environments.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Conductors (3×) | Flexible stranded tinned annealed copper conductors. |
| Conductor Screen | – 1.1/1.1 kV: Polyester barrier tape. – 3.3/3.3 kV and above: Polyester barrier tape plus extruded semi-conductive tape. |
| Insulation | Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR). |
| Insulation Screen | Semi-conductive tape applied over insulation. |
| Composite Screen (Earth Conductor) | Tinned annealed copper braiding interwoven with polyester yarn (acts as combined earth and screen). |
| Cradle Separator | Semi-conductive Polychloroprene (PCP) profiled filler to separate and cushion cores. |
| Central Extensible Pilot | EPR-insulated flexible stranded tinned copper conductor (for monitoring or control). |
| Sheath | Heavy duty Polychloroprene (PCP) sheath, providing excellent abrasion, oil, and weather resistance. |
Key Features
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Flexible Design: Class 5 stranded tinned copper conductors ensure easy handling and installation.
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Robust Screening: Multiple screening layers (tape, extruded semi-con, braided composite) provide effective electrical protection and earth continuity.
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Heavy-Duty Sheath: PCP sheath offers outstanding resistance to abrasion, oil, flame, and harsh environmental conditions.
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Compliance: Fully tested and certified to AS/NZS 1802 and related standards, guaranteeing safety and reliability in mining applications.
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Versatile Voltage Range: Available in various voltage ratings from 1.1 kV up to 11 kV to suit different equipment requirements.