Wind Turbine Torsion Cables (IEC 60502) – Flexible Power Transmission for Demanding Applications

Product Overview

Application:
Specially engineered for high-torsion environments in wind turbines, these cables reliably transmit power from the nacelle-mounted generator to the base-located transformer. They endure dynamic stresses in free-hanging vertical tower installations, making them ideal for onshore/offshore wind farms.

Compliance:
Manufactured to IEC 60502 standards, ensuring global acceptance for medium-voltage power distribution in renewable energy infrastructure.


Construction & Material Properties

Layer Specification Key Characteristics
Conductor Tinned copper, Class 5/6 stranded (IEC 60228) Superior flexibility, oxidation resistance.
Cross Section 25–400 mm² Optimized current capacity.
Insulation EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber) Thermal stability (–40°C to +125°C), UV/ozone resistance.
Sheath HF XL EVA (Halogen-Free XL Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) Flame-retardant, low smoke toxicity, abrasion-resistant.

Technical Data

Parameter Value
Rated Voltage (Uo/U) 1.8/3 kV
Test Voltage 6.5 kV (AC, 5 min)
Operating Temperature –40°C to +125°C
Torsional Endurance ±15,000 cycles @ ±180º/m
Min. Bending Radius 6 × Cable Diameter

Product Specifications

For engineering selection and load calculations:

Cross-Section (mm²) Diameter (mm) Copper Weight (kg/km) Total Weight (kg/km)
25 12.9 240 516
35 14.3 336 670
50 16.5 480 840
70 18.6 672 1112
95 21.6 912 1520
120 23.7 1152 1880
150 26.2 1440 2513
185 29.9 1776 3272
240 32.1 2304 3534
300 34.5 2880 4020
400 39.3 3840 5640

Key Engineering Features

  1. Torsion Resilience:
    Withstands ±15,000 twist cycles (±180º/m), ensuring longevity in turbulent wind conditions.

  2. Extreme Temperature Performance:
    Operates in Arctic cold (–40°C) to desert heat (+125°C) without degradation.

  3. Safety Compliance:
    Halogen-free sheath (HF XL EVA) reduces toxic fumes during fire incidents.

  4. Installation Flexibility:
    Minimal bending radius (6× diameter) simplifies routing in confined tower spaces.


Application Scenarios

  • Vertical Power Transmission: Free-hanging deployments in wind turbine towers.

  • High-Vibration Zones: Nacelle-to-tower base connections in offshore turbines.

  • Renewable Energy Grids: Substation interconnections in wind farms.