1/0 Shetland Aluminum Conductor Quadruplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
1/0 Shetland Aluminum Conductor Quadruplex Overhead Service Drop Cable is engineered to deliver three-phase electrical power from pole-mounted transformers to service entrances in residential, agricultural, and light commercial settings. Designed for overhead installation, this cable is rated for 600 volts phase-to-phase and can operate at temperatures up to 90°C with cross-linked polyethylene (XLP) insulation, or 75°C with polyethylene (PE) insulation. The cable includes three phase conductors constructed from 1350-H19 series aluminum, either stranded or compressed, and a neutral messenger made of bare AAAC (All Aluminum Alloy Conductor). Optional constructions are available with AAC or ACSR messengers, allowing adaptability for varying mechanical or electrical needs. XLP insulation offers superior durability, weather resistance, and thermal stability, making this cable ideal for challenging outdoor environments.
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Technical Specifications
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Construction
1/0 Shetland Aluminum Conductor Quadruplex Overhead Service Drop Cable Construction
Standard
• ASTM B-230 Aluminum Wire, 1350-H19 for Electrical Purposes.
• ASTM B-231 Aluminum Conductors, Concentric-Lay-Stranded.
• ASTM B-232 Aluminum Conductors, Concentric-Lay-Stranded, Coated Steel Reinforced (ACSR).
• ASTM B-309 Concentric-Lay-Stranded 6201-T81 Aluminum Alloy Conductors.
• ASTM B-498 Zinc-Coated Steel Core Wire for Aluminum Conductors, Steel Reinforced (ACSR).
• Triplex Service Drop cable meets or exceeds all applicable requirements of ANSI/ICEA body S-76-474.
• ASTM B-231 Aluminum Conductors, Concentric-Lay-Stranded.
• ASTM B-232 Aluminum Conductors, Concentric-Lay-Stranded, Coated Steel Reinforced (ACSR).
• ASTM B-309 Concentric-Lay-Stranded 6201-T81 Aluminum Alloy Conductors.
• ASTM B-498 Zinc-Coated Steel Core Wire for Aluminum Conductors, Steel Reinforced (ACSR).
• Triplex Service Drop cable meets or exceeds all applicable requirements of ANSI/ICEA body S-76-474.
Phase Conductor
Strand or Compressed 1350-H19 Series Aluminum Conductor.
Neutral(Messenger )Conductor
Bare AAAC messenger. Optional constructions include a messenger of AAC or ACSR.
Insulation
Black Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLP) Insulation.
Application
1/0 shetland conductor quadruplex overhead service drop cable used to supply 3-phase power, usually from a pole mounted transformer, to the user's service head where connection to the service entrance cable is made. To be used at voltages of 600 volts phase to phase or less and at conductor temperatures not to exceed 75°C for polyethylene insulated conductors or 90°C for cross linked polyethylene (XLP) insulated conductors
Application Type
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Features
1. Suitable for overhead service drops in residential, commercial, or light industrial use
2. Rated for 600V or less, 3-phase systems
3. XLP insulation ensures heat and weather resistance
4. Built to meet ASTM B-230, B-231, B-232, B-399, and ICEA S-76-474 standards
5. Supplies reliable 3-phase power from utility poles to service entrances
6. Ideal for residential, commercial, and agricultural overhead distribution
2. Rated for 600V or less, 3-phase systems
3. XLP insulation ensures heat and weather resistance
4. Built to meet ASTM B-230, B-231, B-232, B-399, and ICEA S-76-474 standards
5. Supplies reliable 3-phase power from utility poles to service entrances
6. Ideal for residential, commercial, and agricultural overhead distribution
Technical Specifications
1/0 Shetland Aluminum Conductor Quadruplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
1/0 Shetland Aluminum Conductor Quadruplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
| Rated voltage | kV | 0.6/1 |
| Test voltage | Veff kV/Hz | 4/50 |
| Laying temperature | °C | min. -5 |
| Operating temperature | °C | -30 ~ +90 |
| Conductor temperature | °C | max. +90 |
| Short-circuit temperature | °C/s | max. +250 /5 |
| Bending radius (min.) | mm | 20 × Ø of cable |
Quality Control
1/0 Shetland Aluminum Conductor Quadruplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
Raw Material Test
For the 1/0 Shetland Quadruplex Service Drop Cable, raw material testing starts with aluminum alloy certification for conductivity and ductility. Phase conductor strands undergo resistivity, tensile, and wrap tests. Messenger material (ACSR/aluminum) is checked for core strength and cladding adhesion. Insulation polymers are analyzed for carbon black dispersion (UV stabilization), melt index, and impurity levels via microscopy. Covering compounds face elongation and cracking pre-checks. The structured process: receipt inspection, random sampling, physical/mechanical testing (yield, elongation), chemical verification using spectroscopy, accelerated UV/thermal aging simulation, and material release decision. This ensures premium inputs, establishing the base for the 1/0 Shetland Quadruplex Service Drop Cable's conductor reliability, messenger support strength, insulation longevity, and overall aerial bundled durability.
Process inspection
Process inspection during 1/0 Shetland Quadruplex Service Drop Cable production involves continuous monitoring. Phase conductor forming checks uniformity and surface quality. Insulation extrusion ensures void-free shields with real-time thickness gauges. Messenger preparation verifies integrity. Twisting assembly controls lay ratio, tension balance, and four-conductor symmetry. Critical steps: pre-extrusion compound dryness verification, parameter stabilization, capacitance-based eccentricity monitoring, gel fraction sampling, partial discharge intermediate checks, messenger coverage measurement, and defect removal protocols. This multi-stage assurance maintains the 1/0 Shetland Quadruplex Service Drop Cable's precise geometry, reliable messenger support, uniform insulation, and ASTM/ICEA compliance throughout manufacturing.
Finished Product
Completed 1/0 Shetland Quadruplex Service Drop Cable reels are subjected to strict tests. Mandatory routines: DC resistance, high-potential spark test, insulation thickness, messenger tensile strength, and total breaking load. Extended tests include switching impulse, long-duration voltage, heat cycling, and water tightness. The sequential process: sample conditioning, parameter application (voltage/heat), timed exposure monitoring, recovery inspection, property re-measurement, and documentation. Additional verifications ensure marking permanence and flexibility. Passing all confirms the 1/0 Shetland Quadruplex Service Drop Cable's electrical integrity, mechanical endurance, weather resistance, and suitability for critical overhead quadruplex applications.
Application
Perfect for medium voltage distribution in high-risk venues like metro systems, theaters, hotels, data centers, and commercial complexes requiring enhanced fire retardancy and higher CPR ratings. Commonly installed indoors or underground for superior protection and low smoke emission in densely populated environments.
Technical Advantages
● 30+ years of manufacturing experience
● ISO and UL certified production
● Customized cable and transformer solutions
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