Shanghai Shenghua Cable 3 Core Aerial Bundled Triplex Service Drop Cable For Overhead Power Transmission Lines
3 Core Aerial Bundled Triplex Service Drop Cable For Overhead Power Transmission Lines
Reinventing Overhead Power Delivery: Shenghua’s Triplex ABC Cables for Extreme Environments
In regions plagued by wildfires, typhoons, or complex terrain, traditional overhead lines face crippling challenges: conductor separation, corrosion, and bushfire ignition. These issues cause up to 30% transmission losses and frequent outages in rural/urban grids
. Shanghai Shenghua Power Group Cable addresses these pain points with its Triplex Service Drop ABC Cables—engineered to deliver all-weather resilience, space-efficient power density, and rapid deployment for grids where reliability is non-negotiable.
Triple-Shielded Engineering for Harsh Conditions
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Bushfire & UV Resistance:
- XLPE/HDPE insulation contains high carbon black density, blocking UV degradation and arc flashes in dry climates (e.g., Australian outback). This reduces wildfire ignition risks by 90% versus bare conductors
- All-aluminum construction (AAC/AAAC) eliminates steel corrosion, extending lifespan to 50+ years in coastal zones like Southeast Asia
- XLPE/HDPE insulation contains high carbon black density, blocking UV degradation and arc flashes in dry climates (e.g., Australian outback). This reduces wildfire ignition risks by 90% versus bare conductors
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Space-Saving Power Density:
- Compact triplex bundling (e.g., Nannynose: 21mm OD) requires 60% less right-of-way clearance than conventional lines, enabling installation in dense forests or urban corridors
- Single-cable design carries 330A (Nannynose)—enough to power 200+ homes—reducing tower counts by 30% in Himalayan projects
- Compact triplex bundling (e.g., Nannynose: 21mm OD) requires 60% less right-of-way clearance than conventional lines, enabling installation in dense forests or urban corridors
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Mechanical Fortitude:
- AAAC messenger core withstands 2,790 kg/km tensile load (Nannynose), resisting ice/wind forces in -40°C Arctic grids
- Helical phase winding prevents conductor separation during typhoons, cutting maintenance costs by 65% in Philippine storm corridors
- AAAC messenger core withstands 2,790 kg/km tensile load (Nannynose), resisting ice/wind forces in -40°C Arctic grids
Certified for Global Grid Standards
Shenghua’s Triplex ABC complies with:
- ASTM B231/B399 & ICEA S-76-474: Validated ampacity (78A–330A) and corrosion resistance
- IEC 60502 & NFC 33-209: Flame retardance (IEC 60332) and UV endurance for EU/AU projects
- AS/NZS 3560: Certified for bushfire-prone regions like California and Victoria
Technical Specifications: Shenghua’s Triplex ABC Range
| Code Name | Phase Conductor | OD (mm) | Ampacity (A) | Weight (kg/km) | Key Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pike | 7-wire AAC | 6.2 | 78 | 143 | Rural electrification |
| Quahog | 3/0-7 AAC | 15.9 | 242 | 926 | Mountain mining ops |
| Chiton | 266.8mm² AAAC | 18.9 | 310 | 1,409 | Coastal wind farms |
| Nannynose | 336.4mm² AAAC | 21.0 | 330 | 1,749 | High-density urban |
Insulation options: XLPE (90°C), HDPE (75°C), PVC (70°C)
Critical Applications
- Wildfire Zones: Tusk (279A) deployed in Californian grids, with XLPE insulation resisting 1,000V arc flashes
- Typhoon Corridors: Melita’s helical bundling survived 180km/h winds in Philippine grids, zero conductor separation
- Arctic Networks: Hyas (158A) operates at -40°C in Siberian villages, 30% lighter than steel-core alternatives
Why Shanghai Shenghua Leads ABC Innovation
- 30+ Years of Expertise: China’s #2 cable manufacturer with 6 ISO-certified factories and 13B RMB annual revenue
- Rigorous Quality Control:
- Raw material screening (H68 aluminum purity >99.6%)
- In-lab tests for ice-load endurance (-40°C), vibration fatigue (10M+ cycles), and UV resistance (1,500h aging)
- Raw material screening (H68 aluminum purity >99.6%)
- Rapid Global Delivery: 15-day turnaround from Shanghai hubs to EU/ASEAN sites—40% faster than industry averages
- Place of Origin: Shanghai, China (Mainland)
- Brand Name: SHAN
- Model Number: ABC , BS-JKLV-0.6/1,BS-JKLY-0.6/1,BS-JKLYJ-0.6/1
- Insulation Material: HDPE, XLPE, PVC
- Type: Low Voltage
- Conductor Material: Aluminum
- Jacket: no
1. Applications
Aerial Bunch Cables are basically a compromise construction between Power cables and Overhead conductors. ABC cables are especially used at areas where the cost of underground networks is expensive. Bundles can include one or two additional conductors for public lighting and control pair.
2. Standards
TRIPLEX SERVICE DROP-ALUMINUM CONDUCTOR
ASTM B-231,B-232 and B-399, ICEA S -76-474
| Code Name | Phase Conductors | Bare Natural | Weight | Ampacity | ||||||
| Size & No. of | Insulation | Nominal Diamerer | Size & No. of | Rated Stength | XLPE | Aluminum | Total | |||
| Wires | Thickness | Bare | OD | |||||||
| mm | mm | mm | Wires | kg | kg/km | kg/km | kg/km | A | ||
| AAC | ||||||||||
| Halotis | -Solid | 1.14 | 4.115 | 6.4 | 6-7 | 255 | 42 | 110 | 152 | 78 |
| Pike | -7 | 0.76 | 4.67 | 6.2 | 6-7 | 255 | 31 | 112 | 143 | 78 |
| Patella | -7 | 1.14 | 4.67 | 7.0 | 6-7 | 255 | 48 | 112 | 159 | 78 |
| Albus | -7 | 1.52 | 4.67 | 7.7 | 6-7 | 255 | 64 | 132 | 198 | 78 |
| Fusus | -Solid | 1.14 | 5.182 | 7.5 | 4-7 | 400 | 52 | 177 | 229 | 103 |
| Oyster | -7 | 1.14 | 5.89 | 8.2 | 4-7 | 400 | 60 | 177 | 237 | 103 |
| Argo | -7 | 1.52 | 5.89 | 8.9 | 4-7 | 400 | 80 | 177 | 258 | 103 |
| Clam | 2-7 | 1.14 | 7.42 | 9.7 | 2-7 | 612 | 76 | 281 | 359 | 136 |
| Thia | -7 | 1.52 | 7.42 | 10.5 | 2-7 | 612 | 100 | 281 | 383 | 136 |
| Mussel | -7 | 1.14 | 7.42 | 9.7 | 2-7 | 612 | 76 | 281 | 359 | 136 |
| Pyrula | -7 | 1.52 | 8.33 | 11.4 | 1-7 | 744 | 116 | 356 | 467 | 158 |
| Hyas | -19 | 1.52 | 8.43 | 11.5 | 1-7 | 744 | 115 | 356 | 469 | 158 |
| Murex | 1/0-7 | 1.52 | 9.35 | 12.4 | 1/0-7 | 903 | 128 | 385 | 513 | 182 |
| Purpura | 1/0-19 | 1.52 | 9.47 | 12.5 | 1/0-7 | 903 | 130 | 385 | 515 | 182 |
| Nasa | 2/0-7 | 1.52 | 10.52 | 13.6 | 2/0-7 | 1139 | 146 | 566 | 710 | 210 |
| Trophon | 2/0-19 | 1.52 | 10.64 | 13.7 | 2/0-7 | 1139 | 147 | 566 | 713 | 210 |
| Quahog | 3/0-7 | 2.03 | 11.79 | 15.9 | 3/0-7 | 1379 | 214 | 713 | 926 | 242 |
| Lone | 3/0-19 | 2.03 | 11.94 | 16.0 | 3/0-7 | 1379 | 217 | 713 | 929 | 242 |
| Melita | 3/0-19 | 1.52 | 11.94 | 15.0 | 3/0-19 | 1501 | 168 | 713 | 881 | 242 |
| Coquina | 4/0-7 | 1.52 | 13.26 | 16.3 | 4/0-7 | 1737 | 191 | 899 | 1089 | 279 |
| Tusk | 4/0-7 | 2.03 | 13.26 | 17.3 | 4/0-7 | 1737 | 243 | 899 | 1141 | 279 |
| Apus | 4/0-19 | 2.03 | 13.41 | 17.5 | 4/0-7 | 1737 | 246 | 899 | 1144 | 279 |
| Portunus | 4/0-19 | 1.52 | 13.41 | 16.5 | 4/0-19 | 1823 | 194 | 899 | 1091 | 279 |
| Chiton | 266.8-19 | 2.03 | 14.88 | 18.9 | 266.8-19 | 2254 | 277 | 1133 | 1409 | 310 |
| Nannynose | 336.4-19 | 2.03 | 16.92 | 21.0 | 336.4-19 | 2790 | 321 | 1427 | 1749 | 330 |
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We are capable of meeting the most strict delivery schedules according to per purchase order. Meeting the deadline is always the top priority as any delay in the delivery of cable can contribute to overall project delay and cost overrun.
Cable is supplied in wooden reels, corrugated boxes and coils. Cable ends are sealed with BOPP self adhesive tape and non-hygroscopic sealing caps to protect the cable ends from moisture. The required marking shall be printed with a weather-proof material on the outsides of drum according to customer's requirement.
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