N2XY, NA2XY Low Voltage Power Cable, 0.6/1kV XLPE – DIN VDE

Low Voltage Power Cables
Description

Low Voltage DIN VDE Standard N2XY NA2XY Power Cable

Product Overview

XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) insulated cable functions well for electricity transmission and distribution lines due to its excellent electrical and physical properties. These include simplicity in construction, lightness in weight, convenience in application, and excellent electrical, thermal, mechanical, and anti-chemical corrosion properties.

The N2XY / NA2XY cable is suitable for power transmission and distribution lines with a rated voltage of 0.6/1kV.

Applications

  • Power transmission and distribution lines with rated voltage 0.6/1kV

Features & Benefits

  • Rated Voltage: 0.6/1kV

  • Ambient Temperature for Installation: ≥0°C

  • Maximum Conductor Temperature in Normal Operation: ≤90°C

  • Maximum Short-Circuit Temperature: 250°C (maximum duration: 5s)

  • Insulation: XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) rated at 90°C

  • Conductor Options: Plain circular, compacted, or shaped stranded copper or aluminium

  • Outer Sheath: Extruded PVC Type ST2 as per IEC 60502-1 or Type 9 as BS 6346/5467

  • Special Sheathing Options: Fire Retardant PVC, Anti-Termite PVC, Anti-Rodent PVC, Sunlight Resistant PVC, Oil Resistant PVC available on special request

  • Alternative Sheathing Materials: LLDPE, MDPE, HDPE, LSZH, and CPE available on request

  • Fire Performance: Special flame retardant PVC outer sheath available to comply with IEC 60332-3-22, IEC 60332-3-23, and IEC 60332-3-24; LSHF material available according to IEC 60502-1, BS 7211, BS 6724, or other equivalent standards

Construction

  • Conductor Shape:

    • RE = circular solid

    • CC = compacted circular stranded

    • SM = sector shaped stranded

  • Conductors: Plain circular, compacted, or shaped stranded copper or aluminium conductor

  • Insulation: XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) rated at 90°C

  • Color Identification:

    • 1 Core: Red or Black

    • 2 Cores: Red, Black

    • 3 Cores: Red, Yellow, Blue

    • 4 Cores: Red, Yellow, Blue, Black

    • 5 Cores: Red, Yellow, Blue, Black, Green

    • Above 5 Cores: Black cores with white numerals

    • The above identification can be changed as per user requirement

  • Assembly / Inner Sheath: Two, three, or four insulated conductors are laid-up together with non-hygroscopic fillers, and the assembly is bedded with an extruded layer of PVC. In case of non-armoured cables, this layer may be omitted

  • Armour: Aluminium / galvanized steel wires. Single core cables shall be aluminium wire armour. Aluminium / steel tapes applied helically over the bedding of multi-core cables as per IEC 60502

  • Outer Sheath: Extruded PVC Type ST2 as per IEC 60502-1 or Type 9 as BS 6346/5467. Special PVC sheathing materials such as Fire Retardant PVC, Anti-Termite PVC, Anti-Rodent PVC, Sunlight Resistant PVC, and Oil Resistant PVC are available on special request. Special sheathing materials such as LLDPE, MDPE, HDPE, LSZH, and CPE are available on request

Technical Data

Max. Permissible D.C. Resistance of Conductor at 20°C

Nominal Section Area (mm²) Copper Conductor (Ω/km) Aluminium Conductor (Ω/km)
1.5 12.1 -
2.5 7.41 12.1
4 4.61 7.41
6 3.08 4.61
10 1.83 3.08
16 1.15 1.91
25 0.727 1.20
35 0.524 0.868
50 0.387 0.641
70 0.268 0.443
95 0.193 0.320
120 0.153 0.253
150 0.124 0.206
185 0.0991 0.164
240 0.0754 0.125
300 0.0601 0.100
400 0.0470 0.0778
500 0.0366 0.0605

Rating Factors of Current Rating for Ambient Temperature

Ambient Temperature 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C 45°C
Rating Factors 1.07 1.04 1.00 0.96 0.92 0.87 0.83

Rating Factors for Ambient Temperature

Ambient Temperature 20°C 25°C 30°C 35°C 40°C 45°C 50°C
Rating Factors 1.18 1.14 1.10 1.05 1.0 0.95 0.89

Rating Factors Under Different Soil Thermal Resistivity

Thermal Resistivity (°C·m/W) 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2 1.4 1.6 2.0
Rating Factors 1.17 1.08 1.00 0.94 0.89 0.84 0.77

Current Rating Conditions

  • Ground Temperature: 25°C

  • Ambient Temperature (air): 30°C

  • Depth of Soil: 0.8 m

  • Thermal Resistance of Soil: 1.0°C·m/W

Note for Single-Core Cables Installed Separately

  • Distance between cables: 2 times the cable diameter

  • Ambient temperature: 25°C

  • Soil thermal resistivity: 1.0°C·m/W

  • Depth: 0.7 m

Standards & Compliance

  • DIN VDE 0276-603

  • DIN VDE 0276-627

  • ZN-96/MP-13-K1 203

  • Also available on request to meet:

    • GB/12706-2008

    • IEC 60502

    • IEC 60228

    • IEC 60332

    • BS 5467

    • BS 6622

    • IS 1554

    • IS 7098

    • ICEA S-66-524

Ordering Information

To request a quote or place an order, please provide the following information:

  • Product Type: N2XY (Copper) or NA2XY (Aluminium)

  • Rated Voltage: 0.6/1kV

  • Number of Cores: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or above 5 cores

  • Nominal Cross-Section: 1.5–500 mm²

  • Conductor Material: Copper or Aluminium

  • Conductor Shape: RE, CC, or SM

  • Armour Type: Aluminium or Galvanized Steel Wires

  • Outer Sheath: PVC Type ST2 or Type 9; special options available on request

  • Quantity: Total length in meters