SPEC 81123

15kV CU 100% EPR (EAM) Full Neutral LLDPE

Single Conductor, 175 Mils Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) / Ethylene Alkene Copolymer (EAM), 100% Insulation Level, Full Concentric Neutral, Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) Jacket. Silicone Free

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Construction:

  1. Conductor:Moisture blocked class B compressed stranded soft drawn bare copper per ASTM B3 and ASTM B8 (Conductor moisture block optional and tinned copper per ASTM B33 optional)
  2. Conductor Shield:Conventional Semi-conducting cross-linked copolymer. A conductor tape is used for cable size larger than or equal to 1500 Kcmil
  3. Insulation:175 Mils Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) / Ethylene Alkene Copolymer (EAM) 100% insulation level
  4. Insulation Shield:Strippable semi-conducting cross-linked copolymer
  5. Concentric Neutral:Helically applied soft drawn bare copper full concentric neutral
  6. Overall Jacket:Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) Jacket, black with red extruded stripes; PowerGlide® LLDPE jacket optional

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Applications and Features:

Southwire's 15kV cables are suited for use in wet and dry areas, conduits, ducts, direct burial, sunlight, and where superior electrical properties are desired. These cables are capable of operating continuously at the conductor temperature not in excess of 105°C for normal operation. 140°C for emergency overload, and 250°C for short circuit conditions. Jacket types available that can be installed in conduit without the aid of lubrication. Rated for 1000 lbs./FT maximum sidewall pressure.

Specifications:

  • ASTM B3 Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
  • ASTM B8 Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
  • ASTM B33 Standard Specification for Tin-Coated Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
  • ICEA S-94-649 Standard for Concentric Neutral Cables Rated 5 - 46kV
  • AEIC CS-8 Specification for extruded dielectric shielded power cables rated for 5 through 46KV (Qualification Test Requirements)
  • Rural Utility Standard RUS 1728F-U1 or 1728.204 (Electric standards and specifications for materials and construction)
  • UL 1072 Listed as MV 90 When Specified
  • Optional CSA 68.5: -40ºC and MV 90ºC optional marking available upon request
  • Sample Print Legend:

    SOUTHWIRE HI-DRI(R) [CONDUCTOR SIZE] [AWG or KCMIL] CU 15000 VOLTS EPR INSULATION 175 MILS -- (NESC) -- SOUTHWIRE {MMM} {YYYY} NON-CONDUCTING JACKET
    Table 1 – Weights and Measurements
    Cond. SizeDiameter Over ConductorDiameter Over InsulationInsul. ThicknessDiameter Over Insulation ShieldConcentric NeutralNeutral DC Resistance 25°CJacket ThicknessApprox. ODApprox. WeightMin Bending RadiusMax Pull Tension
    AWG/KcmilinchinchmilinchNo. x AWGΩ/1000ftmilinchlb/1000ftinchlb
    250 (37)0.5580.9541751.04425x100.041501.348204610.82000
    All dimensions are nominal and subject to normal manufacturing tolerances
    ◊ Cable marked with this symbol is a standard stock item
    * Pulling tension based on pulling eye directly connected to conductor
    Table 2 – Electrical and Engineering Data
    Cond. SizeDC Resistance @ 25°CAC Resistance @ 90°CCapacitive Reactance @ 60HzInductive Reactance @ 60HzCharging CurrentDielectric LossZero Sequence ImpedancePositive Sequence ImpedanceShort Circuit Current @ 30 CycleAllowable Ampacity in Duct 90°CAllowable Ampacity Directly Buried 90°C
    AWG/KcmilΩ/1000ftΩ/1000ftMΩ*1000ftΩ/1000ftA/1000ftW/1000ftΩ/1000ftΩ/1000ftAmpAmpAmp
    250 (37)0.0430.0560.0270.0420.1785.860.111 + j0.7400.056 + j0.04222019318360
    *Ampacities for Direct Buried are based on ICEA P-117-734-2016 Single-Conductor Solid Dielectric 15-35kV. Single Circuit Flat Direct Buried Figure 3
    *Ampacities for Duct are based on ICEA P-117-734-2016 for Single-Conductor Solid Dielectric 15-35kV. Single Circuit Trefoil Conduit Figure 7.
    *Sequence Impedance values are based on Rho Earth Resistivity: 100 Ohm-Meter/1000ft.
    Table 3 – Weights and Measurements (Metric)
    Cond. SizeDiameter Over ConductorDiameter Over InsulationInsul. ThicknessDiameter Over Insulation ShieldConcentric NeutralNeutral DC Resistance 25°CJacket ThicknessApprox. ODApprox. WeightMin Bending RadiusMax Pull Tension
    AWG/KcmilmmmmmmmmNo. x AWGΩ/kmmmmmkg/kmmmnewton
    250 (37)14.1724.234.4426.5225x100.131.2734.243045274.328900
    All dimensions are nominal and subject to normal manufacturing tolerances
    ◊ Cable marked with this symbol is a standard stock item
    * Pulling tension based on pulling eye directly connected to conductor
    Table 4 – Electrical and Engineering Data (Metric)
    Cond. SizeDC Resistance @ 25°CAC Resistance @ 90°CCapacitive Reactance @ 60HzInductive Reactance @ 60HzCharging CurrentDielectric LossZero Sequence Impedance*Positive Sequence Impedance*Short Circuit Current @ 30 CycleAllowable Ampacity in Duct 90°CAllowable Ampacity Directly Buried 90°C
    AWG/KcmilΩ/kmΩ/kmMΩ*kmΩ/kmA/kmW/kmΩ/1000ftΩ/1000ftAmpAmpAmp
    250 (37)0.14110.180.00820.13780.58419.22570.111 + j0.7400.056 + j0.04222019318360
    *Ampacities for Direct Buried are based on ICEA P-117-734-2016 Single-Conductor Solid Dielectric 15-35kV. Single Circuit Flat Direct Buried Figure 3
    *Ampacities for Duct are based on ICEA P-117-734-2016 for Single-Conductor Solid Dielectric 15-35kV. Single Circuit Trefoil Conduit Figure 7.
    *Sequence Impedance values are based on Rho Earth Resistivity: 100 Ohm-Meter/1000ft.

    Revision: 1.000.001

    Updated On: Feb. 12, 2024, 4:25 p.m. UTC