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NFC 33-209 Aerial Bundle Conductor ABC Cable 2x16mm²
Conductor: Aluminium, stranded circular hard drawn, 7 wires, Ø5.0mm
Insulation: Black XLPE (UV & weather resistant), 1.2mm
Configuration: 2 identical 16mm² cores, right-hand helical twist
DC Resistance: 1.91 Ω/km at 20°C
Overall: 15.0mm bundle OD, 132 kg/km
Standard: NFC 33-209, IEC 60502-1, -15°C to +90°C, bending 15×D
Product Overview
NFC 33-209 Aerial Bundle Conductor ABC Cable 2×16mm² is a 0.6/1kV twisted overhead twin conductor cable manufactured to the French national standard NFC 33-209 and IEC 60502-1. It consists of two identical 16mm² aluminium phase conductors — stranded circular hard drawn aluminium, 7 wires (5.0mm conductor diameter), each insulated with 1.2mm UV-resistant and weather-resistant black XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene). The two insulated cores are twisted together in a right-hand helical lay to form a compact 15.0mm diameter bundle weighing just 132 kg/km. XLPE insulation provides 90°C continuous operation versus HDPE's 75°C — making this the premium 2-core NFC 33-209 variant for higher-temperature service and longer spans. Designed for pole-mounted transformer to service head connections at ≤600V phase-to-phase, the 2×16mm² is the simplest ABC configuration: one phase plus one neutral, ideal for single-phase residential service drops.
1. Conductor — Stranded circular hard drawn aluminium, 7 wires, 5.0mm diameter
2. Insulation — XLPE (UV-resistant, Weather-resistant), black, 1.2mm thickness
Assembly — 2 identical cores, right-hand helical twist
2 × Phase Conductor (16mm² Al)
Stranded circular hard drawn aluminium, 7 wires, 5.0mm diameter. Both conductors identical — 1 phase + 1 neutral, same cross-section.
XLPE Insulation (90°C)
Black XLPE, 1.2mm thickness. 90°C continuous vs 75°C for HDPE. UV and weather resistant for decades of direct overhead exposure.
Right-Hand Helical Twist
Two identical cores laid up in a compact twin twist. 15.0mm overall diameter. Lightweight at 132 kg/km — the lightest NFC 33-209 variant.
Single-Phase Service Drop
Simplest ABC configuration: 1 phase + 1 neutral. Single-phase 120/240V service drop. ≤600V phase-to-phase.
NFC 33-209 Certified
French national standard + IEC 60502-1. -15°C to +90°C operating. 15×D bending radius. Test voltage 3.5kV/50Hz.
Lightest & Simplest
132 kg/km — half the weight of 4×16mm² (263 kg/km). Easiest to handle, string, and terminate for short single-phase service loops.
Technical Characteristics
| Rated Voltage | 600/1000V (0.6/1kV), ≤600V phase-to-phase for service |
| Test Voltage | 3.5 kV eff / 50 Hz |
| Laying Temperature | min. −5°C |
| Operating Temperature | −15°C to +90°C (XLPE) |
| Max. Conductor Temperature | +90°C (XLPE continuous) |
| Short-Circuit Temperature | +250°C (XLPE), max 5 seconds |
| Min. Bending Radius | 15 × cable diameter (15 × 15 = 225 mm) |
Applicable Standards
| Standard | Scope |
|---|---|
| NFC 33-209 | French national standard for aerial bundled conductors with XLPE/PE insulation for LV overhead distribution. |
| IEC 60502-1 | International standard for extruded insulation power cables rated 1kV to 30kV. 2×16mm² ABC meets relevant structural requirements. |
NFC 33-209 Family Variants
| Configuration | Cores | Insulation | OD (mm) | Weight (kg/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2×16 | 2 identical (1P + 1N) | XLPE (90°C) | 15.0 | 132 |
| 4×16 | 4 identical (3P + 1N) | HDPE (75°C) | 18.0 | 263 |
| 3×25+54.6 | 3P + 1N (messenger) | XLPE (90°C) | 30.0 | 509 |
| 3×25+54.6+2×16 | 3P + 1N + 2L | XLPE (90°C) | 30.0 | 641 |
Technical Specifications
Single configuration: 2 identical 16mm² conductors, twisted preassembled bundle per NFC 33-209. Conductor: stranded circular hard drawn aluminium. Insulation: black XLPE, UV and weather resistant.
| Parameter | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Type | — | 2×16mm² ABC Overhead Line |
| Voltage | V | 600/1000 |
| Conductor Material | — | Aluminium, stranded circular hard drawn |
| Number of Wires per Conductor | — | 7 |
| Conductor Diameter | mm | 5.0 |
| Insulation Material | — | XLPE (UV-resistant, Weather-resistant), black |
| Insulation Thickness | mm | 1.2 |
| Cable Overall Diameter | mm | 15.0 |
| DC Resistance at 20°C | Ω/km | 1.91 |
| Cable Weight | kg/km | 132 |
Packaging & Delivery
| Parameter | Standard |
|---|---|
| Drum Type | Export wooden drum / iron-wooden drum / as per customer requirement |
| Drum Marking | Manufacturer, NFC 33-209, 2×16mm², voltage, weight, length, drum number |
| Cable End Sealing | Heat-shrink end caps |
| Outer Protection | Weatherproof wrapping for sea freight |
| Delivery Condition | Factory-new, tested per NFC 33-209 / IEC 60502-1, test certificate on request |
Typical Applications
The simplest ABC cable in the NFC 33-209 range — two identical XLPE-insulated 16mm² conductors for single-phase overhead service drops:
Single-Phase Service Drop
Pole-mounted transformer to residential service entrance. 1 phase + 1 neutral — the lightest single-pull overhead installation at 132 kg/km.
Street Lighting
Single-phase two-wire underground and overhead circuits for municipal street lighting. XLPE insulation rated for wet and outdoor locations.
Bushfire Safe
XLPE insulated bundle eliminates bare conductor arcing. NFC 33-209 certified for fire-prone rural areas.
French / Francophone Markets
NFC 33-209 certified for France and Francophone Africa. IEC 60502-1 ensures international acceptance.
Lightest NFC 33-209
132 kg/km — lightest variant. Ideal for short spans, temporary connections, and where single-phase power is sufficient.
Rural Single-Phase
Cost-effective overhead for rural single-phase distribution. Compact 15mm OD — easy handling and termination.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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