6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable is designed for reliable secondary overhead power delivery from utility distribution lines to residential and light commercial service entrances. The duplex construction consists of two stranded aluminum conductors, typically functioning as a phase conductor and a neutral messenger, providing both electrical transmission and mechanical support.
The No. 6 Setter conductor size offers balanced current-carrying capability, controlled sag, and adequate tensile strength for short-span service drop installations. Aluminum construction ensures reduced weight, excellent corrosion resistance, and ease of handling during installation in outdoor environments.
Manufactured in compliance with ASTM standards and utility specifications, the 6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable features uniform stranding, stable electrical performance, and long-term durability. It is widely used by utilities and electrical contractors seeking a cost-effective, dependable solution for overhead service drop applications.
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Technical Specifications
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Construction
6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex 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 600Volts
• 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 600Volts
Phase Conductor
Stranded compacted circular aluminum
Insulation
XLPE(UV-resistant)
Messenger Conductor
AAC/AAAC/ACSR
Application
Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable is designed for use to supply 120-volt aerial service for temporary service at construction sites, outdoor or street lighting. For service at 600 volts or lower at a conductor temperature of 75°C maximum.
Application Type
6 Setter aluminium overhead cables, 6 Setter overhead aluminum wire, 6 Setter two conductor cable, 6 Setter 2 conductor power cable, 6 Setter two conductor, 6 Setter aluminum drop, 6 shepherd Setter service drop conductors, 6 Setter overhead service conductors.
Technical Specifications
6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex 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
6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable
Raw Material Test
The Raw Material Test is a critical quality assurance stage for the 6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable. Incoming aluminum rods are inspected for chemical composition, electrical conductivity, tensile strength, and elongation to ensure full compliance with specification requirements. Surface quality, cleanliness, and dimensional accuracy are carefully examined to prevent defects during wire drawing. Each batch of raw materials is labeled and recorded to maintain complete traceability throughout the manufacturing process. Only aluminum materials that meet defined electrical and mechanical standards are approved for production, ensuring consistent performance, structural integrity, and service life of the finished 6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable.
Process inspection
Process Inspection ensures controlled production quality of the 6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable. During wire drawing, conductor diameter, roundness, and surface finish are continuously monitored. In the stranding process, precise lay length, strand tension, and conductor alignment are strictly controlled. In-process inspections verify compactness, flexibility, and uniformity of the duplex structure. These inspections ensure stable electrical properties and mechanical reliability throughout manufacturing.
Finished Product
The Finished Product Test verifies final compliance of the 6 Setter Aluminum Conductor Duplex Overhead Service Drop Cable. Electrical resistance testing confirms conductivity, while tensile strength and elongation tests validate mechanical performance. Additional inspections include conductor diameter measurement, visual surface checks, marking accuracy, and packaging integrity. Only products meeting all test criteria are released for shipment.
Application
Used for overhead service drop installations supplying secondary power from utility lines to residential homes, small commercial buildings, and light industrial facilities.
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