2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
The 2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable is engineered for reliable overhead electrical service from utility lines to residential and commercial buildings. This cable consists of two insulated phase conductors helically wrapped around a bare aluminum neutral messenger, ensuring mechanical strength and electrical stability. Manufactured using high-purity aluminum and weather-resistant insulation, the 2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable delivers excellent conductivity, corrosion resistance, and long service life. Its lightweight construction simplifies installation while maintaining strong tensile performance for aerial applications. The cable is designed to meet utility standards and perform consistently under varying environmental conditions such as UV exposure, wind, and temperature fluctuations. Each production batch undergoes comprehensive testing to guarantee compliance, safety, and performance, making this cable a dependable solution for modern power distribution systems.
Construction
Technical Specifications
Quality Control
Application
Construction
2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable Constrution
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-399 Concentric-Lay-Stranded 6201-T81 Aluminum Alloy Conductors.
• ICEA S-76-474-Neutral-supported Power Cable Assemblies With Weather-Resistant Extruded Insulation Rated 600 Volts.
• ASTM B-231 Aluminum Conductors, Concentric-Lay-Stranded.
• ASTM B-232 Aluminum Conductors, Concentric-Lay-Stranded, Coated Steel Reinforced (ACSR).
• ASTM B-399 Concentric-Lay-Stranded 6201-T81 Aluminum Alloy Conductors.
• ICEA S-76-474-Neutral-supported Power Cable Assemblies With Weather-Resistant Extruded Insulation Rated 600 Volts.
Phase Conductor
Strand or Compressed 1350-H19 Series Aluminum Conductor.
Neutral (Messenger) Conductor
Bare AAAC messenger. Optional constructions include a messenger of AAC or AAC
Insulation
Black Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLP) Insulation.
Key Features
1. Voltage Rating: 600 Volts phase-to-phase
2. Temperature Rating: 75°C (PE), 90°C (XLPE)
3. Neutral Messenger: Bare ACSR – High mechanical strength
4. Insulation: Black cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) for durability
5. Weather & UV Resistant – Ideal for overhead use in all climates
6. Optional Messenger Materials: AAC or 6201 available upon request
2. Temperature Rating: 75°C (PE), 90°C (XLPE)
3. Neutral Messenger: Bare ACSR – High mechanical strength
4. Insulation: Black cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) for durability
5. Weather & UV Resistant – Ideal for overhead use in all climates
6. Optional Messenger Materials: AAC or 6201 available upon request
Application
2/0 Cyclops Triplex aluminum wire has three conductors, with one of them being for the neutral path, and two electrodes. The aluminum triplex cable is an electrical cable meant for power distribution from the utility lines to the consumer’s premises through the weather head. It has an operational voltage rating at 600 V and a maximum temperature rating of 75°C. A bare messenger wire of this electrical cable is bonded closely on the two insulated aluminum conductors, which are individually insulated with black cross-linked polyethylene for protection
Application Types
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Technical Specifications
2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
| Rated voltage | V | 600 |
| 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
2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
Raw Material Test
Raw Material Test for the 2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable begins with strict incoming material inspection. Step one involves verifying aluminum rod purity through chemical composition analysis to ensure compliance with ASTM and IEC conductivity requirements. Step two includes tensile strength and elongation testing of aluminum rods to confirm mechanical durability. Insulation raw materials are subjected to density, melt flow index, and thermal aging tests to verify consistency and weather resistance. Step three focuses on visual and dimensional inspection of aluminum strands and insulation pellets to eliminate surface defects or contamination. This rigorous Raw Material Test process ensures the foundational quality and reliability of the 2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable before manufacturing begins.
Process inspection
Process Inspection for the 2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable is conducted at every critical manufacturing stage. Step one monitors aluminum wire drawing, checking diameter tolerance and surface smoothness. Step two inspects the stranding quality, including lay length, strand alignment, and compactness. During insulation extrusion, step three verifies insulation thickness, concentricity, and adhesion through continuous online measurement systems. Spark testing is applied to detect insulation pinholes in real time. Step four evaluates the cabling process, ensuring proper assembly of insulated conductors around the neutral messenger. Throughout production, samples are taken for electrical resistance testing and mechanical checks.
Finished Product
Finished Product testing of the 2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable ensures full compliance with industry standards. Step one includes conductor resistance testing to verify electrical efficiency. Step two performs tensile and elongation tests on the completed cable assembly. Step three evaluates insulation integrity through high-voltage withstand and spark tests. Environmental simulations such as heat cycling and UV exposure are conducted in step four to confirm long-term durability. Dimensional checks and visual inspections finalize the process before packaging. Only cables that meet all mechanical, electrical, and environmental criteria are approved for shipment, ensuring dependable field performance.
Application
The 2/0 Cyclops Aluminum Conductor Triplex Overhead Service Drop Cable is widely used for overhead power distribution from utility poles to residential homes, commercial buildings, and temporary construction power connections.
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● 30+ years of manufacturing experience
● ISO and UL certified production
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What are the advantages of power cables and overhead lines?(1) Reliable operation, because it is installed in a hidden place such as underground, it is less damaged by external forces, has less chance of failure, and the power supply is safe, and it will not cause harm to people; (2) The maintenance workload is small and frequent inspections are not required; (3) No need to erect towers; (4) Help improve power factor.
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Which aspects should be considered when choosing the cross section of a power cable?(1) The long-term allowable working current of the cable; (2) Thermal stability once short circuited; (3) The voltage drop on the line cannot exceed the allowable working range.
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What are the measures for cable fire prevention?(1) Use flame-retardant cables; (2) Use fireproof cable tray; (3) Use fireproof paint; (4) Fire partition walls and fire baffles are installed at cable tunnels, mezzanine exits, etc.; (5) Overhead cables should avoid oil pipelines and explosion-proof doors, otherwise local pipes or heat insulation and fire prevention measures should be taken.
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What should be paid attention to during the transportation and handling of cables?(1) During transportation, loading and unloading, cables and cable reels should not be damaged. It is strictly forbidden to push the cable reels directly from the vehicle. Generally, cables should not be transported and stored flat. (2) Before transporting or rolling the cable reel, ensure that the cable reel is firm, the cable is wound tightly, the oil pipe between the oil-filled cable and the pressure oil tank should be fixed without damage, the pressure oil tank should be firm, and the pressure indication should meet the requirements.
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What inspections should be carried out for the acceptance of cable lines?(1) The cable specifications should meet the regulations, the arrangement should be neat, no damage, and the signs should be complete, correct and clear; (2) The fixed bending radius of the cable, the related distance and the wiring of the metal sheath of the single-core power cable should meet the requirements; (3) The cable terminal and the middle head should not leak oil, and the installation should be firm. The oil pressure of the oil-filled cable and the meter setting should meet the requirements; (4) Good grounding; (5) The color of the cable terminal is correct, and the metal parts such as the bracket are completely painted; (6) There should be no debris in the cable trench, tunnel, and bridge, and the cover should be complete.
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