NYCY German Standard Power Cable – 0.6/1kV, PVC Insulated, Concentric Conductor
Product Overview
The NYCY is a German standard low voltage power cable designed for fixed installation in buildings, in free air, in ground, and in water. It features a bare copper conductor, PVC insulation, a concentric copper conductor, and a black PVC outer sheath. The cable is flame retardant according to VDE 0482-332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1 and is UV-resistant.
Equivalent national designations include:
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Norway: PFSP 0.6/1 kV
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Austria: E-YCY
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Sweden: EKKJ
Applications
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Fixed installation in buildings
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In free air
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In ground
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In water
Features & Benefits
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Flame Retardant: Complies with VDE 0482-332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1.
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UV-Resistant: Suitable for outdoor and exposed installations.
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Concentric Conductor: Provides additional screening and earth continuity.
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Reliable Performance: Maximum conductor temperature of 70°C.
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Flexible Installation: Moved/during installation temperature range of -5°C to +70°C.
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Meter Marking: Yes.
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Voltage Rating: 0.6/1 kV (Uo/U), max. permitted operating voltage in 3-phase systems 1.2 kV.
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Test Voltage: 4 kV.
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Core Identification: Colored according to HD 308; more than 5 cores: numbers.
Construction
| Component | Material / Type |
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| Conductor Material | Bare copper |
| Conductor Construction | Class 1; from 25 mm² Class 2 |
| Insulation | PVC DIV 4 |
| Concentric Conductor | Cu |
| Sheathing Material | PVC DMV 5 |
| Colour of Outer Sheath | Black |
Technical Data
Electrical Characteristics
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Nominal Voltage Uo: 600 V
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Nominal Voltage U: 1 kV
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Maximum Permitted Operating Voltage in 3-phase Systems: 1.2 kV
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Test Voltage: 4 kV
Thermal Characteristics
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Maximum Temperature at Conductor: 70°C
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Max. Operating Temperature, Fixed: 70°C
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Temperature, Moved / During Installation: -5°C to +70°C
Parameter Table
| Type | Specification | Conductor Shape | DC Resistance (Ω/km) | Insulation Thickness (mm) | Sheath Thickness (mm) | Overall Diameter (mm) | Cable Weight (kg/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NYCY | 02X1.5/1.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 13 | 200 |
| NYCY | 02X2.5/2.5 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 13.6 | 260 |
| NYCY | 02X4/4 SW | RE | 4.61 | 1 | 1.8 | 15.4 | 350 |
| NYCY | 02X6/6 SW | RE | 3.08 | 1 | 1.8 | 16.9 | 430 |
| NYCY | 02X10/10 SW | RE | 1.83 | 1 | 1.8 | 18.5 | 520 |
| NYCY | 02X16/16 SW | RE | 1.15 | 1 | 1.8 | 20.5 | 720 |
| NYCY | 03X1.5/1.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 13.2 | 220 |
| NYCY | 03X2.5/2.5 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 14.2 | 280 |
| NYCY | 03X2.5/10 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 14.4 | 359 |
| NYCY | 03X2.5/16 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | — | 350 |
| NYCY | 03X4/4 SW | RE | 4.61 | 1 | 1.8 | 16.3 | 390 |
| NYCY | 03X6/6 SW | RE | 3.08 | 1 | 1.8 | 17.3 | 500 |
| NYCY | 03X10/10 SW | RE | 1.83 | 1 | 1.8 | 20 | 680 |
| NYCY | 03X16/16 SW | RE | 1.15 | 1 | 1.8 | 23 | 1010 |
| NYCY | 04X1.5/1.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 14.2 | 250 |
| NYCY | 04X2.5/2.5 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 15.3 | 340 |
| NYCY | 04X4/4 SW | RE | 4.61 | 1 | 1.8 | 17.3 | 460 |
| NYCY | 04X6/6 SW | RE | 3.08 | 1 | 1.8 | 18.4 | 580 |
| NYCY | 04X10/10 SW | RE | 1.83 | 1 | 1.8 | 21 | 765 |
| NYCY | 04X16/16 SW | RE | 1.15 | 1 | 1.8 | 23 | 1060 |
| NYCY | 05X1.5/1.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 15 | 330 |
| NYCY | 05X2.5/2.5 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 16 | 400 |
| NYCY | 05X4/4 SW | RE | 4.61 | 1 | 1.8 | 19 | 550 |
| NYCY | 05X6/6 SW | RE | 3.08 | 1 | 1.8 | 21 | 700 |
| NYCY | 07X1.5/2.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 15.3 | 350 |
| NYCY | 07X2.5/2.5 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 17.4 | 450 |
| NYCY | 07X4/4 SW | RE | 4.61 | 1 | 1.8 | 20 | 600 |
| NYCY | 07X6/6 SW | RE | 3.08 | 1 | 1.8 | 22.5 | 790 |
| NYCY | 10X1.5/2.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 18.4 | 410 |
| NYCY | 10X2.5/4 SW | RE | 7.41 | 1 | 1.8 | 20.4 | 600 |
| NYCY | 10X4/6 SW | RE | 4.61 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 23.5 | 900 |
| NYCY | 12X1.5/2.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 19.4 | 470 |
| NYCY | 12X2.5/4 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 20.5 | 660 |
| NYCY | 12X4/6 SW | RE | 4.61 | 1 | 1.8 | 24.5 | 1060 |
| NYCY | 14X1.5/2.5 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 20.4 | 520 |
| NYCY | 14X2.5/6 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 21.5 | 750 |
| NYCY | 16X1.5/4 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 20 | 620 |
| NYCY | 16X2.5/6 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 22.5 | 800 |
| NYCY | 19X1.5/4 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 22.5 | 660 |
| NYCY | 19X2.5/6 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 23.5 | 940 |
| NYCY | 21X1.5/6 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 23 | 790 |
| NYCY | 24X1.5/6 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 25.5 | 850 |
| NYCY | 24X2.5/10 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 27.6 | 1150 |
| NYCY | 24X4/10 SW | RE | 4.61 | 1 | 1.8 | 32.3 | 1813 |
| NYCY | 30X1.5/6 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | — | 26.5 | 1020 |
| NYCY | 30X2.5/10 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 29.5 | 1600 |
| NYCY | 40X1.5/10 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 30 | 1280 |
| NYCY | 40X2.5/10 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 33 | 1660 |
| NYCY | 52X1.5/10 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 32 | 1600 |
| NYCY | 52X2.5/10 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 35 | 2000 |
| NYCY | 61X1.5/10 SW | RE | 12.1 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 33 | 2000 |
| NYCY | 61X2.5/10 SW | RE | 7.41 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 36 | 2280 |
Note: “—” indicates data not provided in the source specification.
Standards & Compliance
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Flame Retardant: VDE 0482-332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1
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Core Identification: HD 308
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National Equivalents:
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Norway: PFSP 0.6/1 kV
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Austria: E-YCY
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Sweden: EKKJ
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Ordering Information
To request a quote or place an order, please provide the following information:
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Product Type: NYCY
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Specification: e.g., 03X2.5/2.5 SW, 04X16/16 SW, 24X1.5/6 SW
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Voltage: 0.6/1 kV
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Conductor Material: Bare copper
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Insulation / Sheath: PVC DIV 4 / PVC DMV 5
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Sheath Colour: Black
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Quantity: Total length in meters