Penguin ACSR Conductor Cable
The ACSR Penguin is an Aluminium Conductor Steel Reinforced (ACSR) designed with a robust steel core surrounded by layers of high-conductivity aluminium wires, adhering to ASTM B232 standards. Ideal for overhead power transmission lines and primary/secondary distribution circuits, this bare cable combines aluminium's excellent electrical conductivity with the added mechanical strength of galvanized steel wires, ensuring reliable performance in demanding applications.
- International Designation Penguin
Construction
Technical Specifications
Quality Control
Application
Construction
Penguin ACSR Conductor Cable Construction
Standard
Product ASTM B232
Aluminum is a preferred material for electrical conductors because of its excellent electrical conductivity. However, for many transmission and distribution lines, aluminum conductors require additional mechanical strength, typically achieved with galvanized steel wires in ACSR.
Aluminum is a preferred material for electrical conductors because of its excellent electrical conductivity. However, for many transmission and distribution lines, aluminum conductors require additional mechanical strength, typically achieved with galvanized steel wires in ACSR.
Construction
Constructed as a concentrically stranded conductor, ACSR comprises one or more layers of hard-drawn 1350-H19 aluminum wire over a galvanized steel wire core. The core’s structure (single or stranded) varies by size, while the steel wire employs Class A or B galvanization for anti-corrosion protection. By aligning with transmission/distribution lines’ electrical and mechanical strength needs, ACSR delivers appropriate designs via tailored aluminum and galvanized steel wire combinations.
Applications
Widely applied as bare cable for overhead power transmission lines, while also acting as primary and secondary bare cable in distribution circuits.
Conditions for Ampacity Calculation
Conductor temperature = 75 °C;
Room temperature = 25 °C
Room temperature = 25 °C
Technical Specifications
Penguin ACSR Conductor Cable
Penguin ACSR Conductor Cable
| Construction characteristics | |
| Type of cable | Penguin |
| Type of conductor | Circular, stranded |
| Conductor material | aluminum / Steel Core |
| Conductor flexibility | Class A |
| Conductor shape | Circular non compacted |
| Dimensional characteristics | |
| Conductor cross-section (AWG/KCMIL) | 4/0 |
| Aluminium cross-section | 107.22 mm² |
| Number of aluminium wires | 6 |
| Diameter of aluminium wires | 4.77 mm |
| Number of steel wires | 1 |
| Diameter of steel wires | 4.77 mm |
| Conductor diameter | 14.31 mm |
| Average geometric radius | 0.0055 m |
| Aluminium content | 295.6 kg/km |
| Steel content | 139 kg/km |
| Approximate weight | 434.6 kg/km |
| Conductor cross-section | 19.64 mm² |
| Maximum outer diameter | - mm |
| Nominal outer diameter | 14.31 mm |
| Number of cores | 1 |
| Number of round wires | - |
| Electrical characteristics | |
| Max. DC resistance of the conductor at 20°C | 0.2676 Ohm/km |
| Max. electric resistance AC 60Hz 75°C | 0.38 Ohm/km |
| Inductive reactance | 0.3925 Ohm/km |
| Capacitive reactance | 0.2358 MOhm.km |
| Ampacity | 370.0 A |
| Rated Voltage Uo/U (Um) | - |
| Mechanical characteristics | |
| Rated breaking load (Class A) | 3780 kgf |
| Rated breaking load (Class B) | 3656 kgf |
| Hardness type | 1350-H19 |
| Usage characteristics | |
| Length | 1340 m |
| Reel net weight | 580 kg |
| Packaging | Reel 100/60 |
| Fire resistant | - |
| Flame retardant | - |
Quality Control
Penguin ACSR Conductor Cable
Raw Material Test
NPC has always chosen raw material suppliers who have a good reputation, possess stable supply capabilities and have passed international quality system certifications (such as ISO 9001). And establish a long-term cooperative relationship with it, forming a stable and reliable raw material supply chain.
We will ensure that all raw materials are subject to strict inspection procedures upon entry to the factory, and can only be stored in the warehouse after they have been confirmed to meet the standards.
Process inspection
NPC has strict quality control procedures for each process in the cable production process.
Process documents: Develop detailed process flow and operation instructions to clarify the operating specifications and quality standards of each process.
Equipment calibration: Regularly calibrate key equipment such as wire drawing machines, stranding machines, extruders, and diameter gauges to ensure that the accuracy meets the requirements.
First piece confirmation: Before each batch of production, the first piece is trial-produced to confirm that the process parameters, product dimensions, electrical performance, etc. meet the standards before mass production can be carried out.
Finished Product
Inspectors conduct ex-factory inspections on cables according to relevant standards and corresponding product inspection specifications to ensure that each ex-factory product complies with the process regulations.
Application
Widely applied as bare cable for overhead power transmission lines, while also acting as primary and secondary bare cable in distribution circuits.
Technical Advantages
● 30+ years of manufacturing experience
● ISO and UL certified production
● Customized cable and transformer solutions
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