What is the difference between XLPE and PVC insulated armored cables?

XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene) insulation provides a higher continuous operating temperature (90°C vs 70°C for PVC) and short-circuit rating (250°C vs 160°C for PVC). This gives XLPE cables higher current carrying capacity and longer lifespan in underground and heavy industrial installations.

When should I choose Galvanized Steel Wire Armoring (GSWA) vs Galvanized Steel Strip Armoring (GSSA)?

GSWA (Round Wire) is recommended for cables with smaller outer diameters (typically up to 13mm or multi-core flexible installations) and vertical shafts where high tensile pulling strength is required. GSSA (Flat Strip) is standard for larger LT power cables, providing superior crush protection against heavy mechanical loads in trenches and cable trays.

What standard Indian and international specifications do verified suppliers comply with?

Verified cables comply with IS 7098 Part 1 (LT XLPE up to 1.1kV), IS 7098 Part 2 (HT XLPE 3.3kV to 33kV), IS 1554 Part 1 (PVC insulated cables), IS 8130 (Conductor specifications), and IEC 60502-1 with full CPRI/ERDA type test certification.

What standard conductor cross-sections and core configurations are available?

Available configurations include 1-Core, 2-Core, 3-Core, 3.5-Core, 4-Core, and 5-Core in cross-sections ranging from 1.5 sq mm control cables to 10 sq mm, 25 sq mm, 70 sq mm, 120 sq mm, 240 sq mm, 400 sq mm, 500 sq mm, and up to 1000 sq mm high-capacity transmission feeders.

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23 Verified Cable Types

2 Core Aluminium XLPE Armoured LT Power Cable (1.1 kV)

•Conductor: Class 2 stranded EC-grade aluminium (IS 8130)
•Insulation: Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) rated to 90°C
•Armor: Galvanized Steel Strip Armoring (GSSA) / Wire (GSWA)

2 Pair Screened & Armoured Instrumentation Signal Cable

•Conductor: Electrolytic annealed bare/tinned copper (0.5 to 2.5 sq mm)
•Shielding: Individual & overall Aluminium Mylar tape with ATC drain wire
•Armoring: Galvanized Steel Round Wire Armor (GSWA)

3 Core Heavy-Duty Aluminium Armoured Power Cable

•Compact 3-phase delta power transmission layout
•Low dielectric loss with superior moisture barrier
•Heavy galvanized round steel wire armor (GSWA)

3 Core Industrial Armoured Cable (1.5 to 1000 sq mm Range)

•Comprehensive cross-section spectrum: 1.5 sq mm up to 1000 sq mm
•Available in both High-Conductivity Copper and Grade-A Aluminium
•Extruded inner bedding for uniform radial stress distribution

3 Core Copper Armoured Sub-Station Feeder Cable

•100% Pure annealed electrolytic copper (99.9% IACS conductivity)
•High current density with minimal voltage drop over long runs
•XLPE dry-cured insulation with zero void content

3.5 Core High-Conductivity Copper Armoured Power Cable

•3 Full-size phase conductors + 1 Half-size reduced neutral conductor
•Pure copper stranding ensures minimal heating under continuous full load
•Steel strip armor engineered for heavy trench and floor conduit runs

400 sq mm 4 Core Aluminium Armoured Main Feeder Cable

•High-current capacity: ~520A (in Ground) / ~575A (in Air)
•4 Full-gauge 400 sq mm sector-shaped aluminium conductors
•Extruded XLPE insulation with high thermal short-circuit rating

500 sq mm 4 Core Aluminium Armoured High-Capacity Feeder

•Maximum ampacity: ~590A (in Ground) / ~660A (in Air)
•Class 2 compacted stranded EC-grade aluminium
•Extruded thermosetting XLPE insulation rated up to 90°C

70 sq mm 3.5 Core Copper Armoured Underground Cable

•3 x 70 sq mm Phase Cores + 1 x 35 sq mm Neutral Core
•High-purity electrolytic copper delivering 230A+ current capacity
•Galvanized steel strip armor protecting against mechanical puncture

Multi-Core Stranded Aluminium Armoured LT Cable

•Economic power distribution for commercial & residential complexes
•Uniform stranded aluminium conductors with consistent resistance
•Extruded PVC inner sheath providing moisture sealing over cores

Compact Sector-Shaped Aluminium Armoured Feeder Cable

•Sector-shaped conductor profile eliminates interstitial air gaps
•Reduces overall cable diameter by up to 12% compared to circular cores
•Facilitates easier bending and routing inside congested cable trenches

1.5 sq mm 2 Core Red Armoured Fire Survival & Control Cable

•High-visibility red outer jacket for dedicated emergency line identification
•Flame Retardant Low Smoke (FRLS) / Fire Survival (FS) insulation
•Galvanized round steel wire armor (GSWA) for mechanical pull strength

5 Core Aluminium / Copper Armoured Industrial Control Cable

•5 Separate color-coded cores (Red, Yellow, Blue, Black, Green/Yellow Earth)
•Integrated earth core provides continuous low-impedance ground safety
•Extruded inner bedding with full galvanized steel wire/strip armor

RG-11 / RG-6 Coaxial Armoured Underground Signal Cable

•75 Ohm characteristic impedance with low signal attenuation
•Solid copper center conductor with gas-injected foamed PE dielectric
•Dual screen: Bonded aluminium foil + 95% tinned copper braid

Multi-Core Electrolytic Copper Armoured Distribution Cable

•100% Electrolytic Grade Annealed Bare Copper (IS 8130)
•High flexibility and vibration endurance for dynamic industrial loads
•XLPE insulation providing higher thermal operating envelope (90°C)

Electrostar 4 Core Copper Armoured Industrial Power Cable

•4 Full-capacity copper cores for balanced and unbalanced loads
•High short-circuit withstand rating: 143 A/sq mm for 1 second
•Galvanized steel strip armor with low contact resistance

KEI 10 sq mm 4 Core Copper Armoured Power Cable

•10 sq mm x 4 Core configuration rated up to 65 Amps continuous
•Manufactured by KEI Industries with stringent NABL quality protocols
•High-grade XLPE insulation ensuring zero dielectric breakdown

Polycab 1000 sq mm Single Core / 4 Core XLPE LT Power Cable

•Massive 1000 sq mm conductor area carrying up to 1050A+ per phase
•High-purity compacted EC-grade aluminium / electrolytic copper
•Non-magnetic aluminium wire armor (AWA) for single-core AC runs

Polycab 3.5 Core x 400 sq mm Aluminium Armoured Cable

•3 x 400 sq mm Phase Cores + 1 x 200 sq mm Neutral Core
•Class-A EC Grade Aluminium stranded compacted sector conductors
•High short-circuit withstand rating for main electrical switchgear

Polycab Standard XLPE Insulated Armoured LT Cable

•India's most widely specified industrial armoured power cable
•Available across 2-core, 3-core, 3.5-core, and 4-core configurations
•90°C continuous temperature rated XLPE insulation

RS-485 1 Pair x 17 AWG (1.0 sq mm) Modbus Armoured Cable

•120 Ohm precision characteristic impedance for RS-485 Modbus RTU loops
•Low mutual capacitance (approx. 40 pF/m) for long-distance data transmission
•Tinned copper twisted pair + aluminium foil + tinned copper braid

3.5 Core Flexible Copper Power & Feeder Cable

•Class 5 multi-strand bunch copper conductor offering maximum flexibility
•Easy routing inside tight electrical control cabinets and cable trays
•Oil and chemical resistant PVC / XLPE insulation compound

Universal 10 sq mm 4 Core Aluminium Steel Round Armoured Cable

•10 sq mm x 4 Core configuration with round steel wire armor (GSWA)
•High tensile pulling strength suitable for vertical shafts and duct pulling
•Heavy PVC insulation and inner bedding sealing out groundwater ingress

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