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LXAV Cable
Conductor: Aluminium, Class 2 stranded, IEC 60228
Insulation: XLPE, rated 90°C, HD 308 colour coded
Armour: Double galvanized steel tape (0.2/0.5mm)
Sheath: Flexible PVC, black, halogen <15%, CPR Eca
Number of cores: 2-5 cores, 3+reduced
Package: Export wooden drum & iron-wooden drum
Product Overview
LXAV Cable is a 0.6/1kV XLPE-insulated steel tape armoured PVC-sheathed power cable with aluminium conductor per IEC 60502-1. Designation: L = aluminium conductor, X = XLPE insulation, A = standard type, V = PVC sheath. It is the aluminium-conductor counterpart to copper N2XBY — delivering the same 90°C XLPE performance and steel tape mechanical protection at 40-60% lower conductor cost and approximately 50% lighter weight. LXAV is suitable for outdoor fixed installations requiring mechanical protection against impact, crushing, and rodent damage — direct burial, cable ducts, and outdoor cable trays. Single-core variants use aluminium tape armour to avoid eddy current heating.
LVAV vs LXAV: PVC vs XLPE Insulation in Aluminium Armoured Cables
| LVAV | LXAV | |
|---|---|---|
| Insulation | PVC (V) | XLPE (X) |
| Max. Temperature | 70°C | 90°C |
| Armour | None (unarmoured) | Steel Tape (double galvanized) |
| Best For | Indoor, protected routes | Direct burial, outdoor, mechanical protection |
Outer Sheath — Black flexible PVC
Steel Tape Armour — Double galvanized, 0.2-0.5mm
PVC Bedding — Extruded separation sheath
XLPE Insulation — 90°C rated, HD 308 colour coded
Aluminium Conductor — Class 2 stranded, circular or sector-shaped
Aluminium Conductor
Class 2 stranded, circular or sector-shaped per IEC 60228. 61% IACS at ~50% weight vs copper.
XLPE Insulation
90°C continuous, 250°C short-circuit. Colour coded per HD 308 S2. Triple-extruded.
PVC Bedding
Black extruded PVC separation sheath between cores and armour. Protects insulation from tape abrasion.
Steel Tape Armour
Double galvanized steel tape, 0.2mm or 0.5mm. Aluminium tape for single-core to avoid eddy currents.
PVC Outer Sheath
Flexible PVC, black. Chlorine <15%. CPR Eca per EN 50575.
Direct Burial Rated
Suitable for outdoor fixed installations, cable ducts, and direct burial. AG2 medium impact severity.
Technical Characteristics
| Rated Voltage | 600/1000V (0.6/1kV) |
| Test Voltage | 3.5 kV AC (5 min) |
| Max. Conductor Temperature | 90°C (continuous), 250°C (short-circuit, max 5s) |
| Min. Service Temperature | -40°C (fixed and protected) |
| Flame Performance | EN 60332-1, IEC 60332-1 (flame non-propagation) |
| Halogen Content | Reduced halogen — chlorine <15% |
| CPR Fire Class | Eca per EN 50575 |
Applicable Standards & Core Identification
| Standard | Scope |
|---|---|
| IEC 60502-1 | International standard for power cables 1kV-30kV with extruded insulation. Primary standard governing LXAV construction. |
| IEC 60332-1 | Flame non-propagation — single cable vertical flame test. |
| EN 50575 | CPR fire classification. LXAV achieves Eca class per Construction Products Regulation. |
| IEC 60228 | Conductors of insulated cables — Class 2 stranded aluminium. |
| HD 308 S2 | Core identification colour coding for CENELEC countries. |
Core Identification (HD 308 S2)
| Configuration | Colour Code |
|---|---|
| 2-core | Blue + Brown |
| 3G | Blue + Brown + Green/Yellow |
| 3-core | Brown + Black + Grey |
| 4G | Brown + Black + Grey + Green/Yellow |
| 4-core | Brown + Black + Grey + Blue |
| 5G | Brown + Black + Grey + Blue + Green/Yellow |
Technical Specifications
Aluminium conductor, XLPE insulated, steel tape armoured, PVC sheathed. Armour: 0.2mm (≤70mm²), 0.5mm (≥95mm²). Reference data correction: "3×50+35" insulation "1.0/09" corrected to "1.0/0.9".
| Cross Section (mm²) | Insulation (mm) | Armour (mm) | Sheath (mm) | Overall Dia. (mm) | Weight (kg/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Core | |||||
| 2 × 10 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.4 | 18.5 | 420 |
| 2 × 16 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.5 | 20.5 | 540 |
| 2 × 25 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.6 | 24.5 | 760 |
| 2 × 35 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.7 | 27.0 | 930 |
| 3-Core | |||||
| 3 × 10 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.5 | 19.0 | 470 |
| 3 × 16 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.5 | 22.0 | 590 |
| 3 × 25 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.6 | 26.0 | 830 |
| 3 × 35 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.7 | 29.0 | 1,030 |
| 3 × 50 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.8 | 32.5 | 1,290 |
| 3 × 70 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 2.0 | 37.5 | 1,710 |
| 3 × 95 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 2.1 | 43.5 | 2,610 |
| 3 × 120 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 2.3 | 47.5 | 3,110 |
| 3 × 150 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 2.4 | 53.0 | 3,770 |
| 3 × 185 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 2.5 | 58.0 | 4,540 |
| 3 × 240 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 2.7 | 65.5 | 5,620 |
| 3 × 300 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 2.9 | 72.0 | 6,830 |
| 3-Core + Reduced Neutral | |||||
| 3 × 50 + 35 | 1.0/0.9 | 0.2 | 1.9 | 34.5 | 1,500 |
| 3 × 70 + 50 | 1.1/0.9 | 0.2 | 2.0 | 40.0 | 2,000 |
| 3 × 95 + 50 | 1.1/1.0 | 0.5 | 2.2 | 45.0 | 2,870 |
| 3 × 120 + 70 | 1.2/1.1 | 0.5 | 2.3 | 50.0 | 3,460 |
| 3 × 150 + 70 | 1.4/1.1 | 0.5 | 2.5 | 54.0 | 4,090 |
| 3 × 185 + 70 | 1.6/1.1 | 0.5 | 2.6 | 59.0 | 4,980 |
| 3 × 240 + 95 | 1.7/1.1 | 0.5 | 2.8 | 66.0 | 6,210 |
| 4-Core | |||||
| 4 × 10 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.5 | 20.5 | 540 |
| 4 × 16 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.6 | 23.5 | 700 |
| 4 × 25 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.7 | 28.0 | 1,000 |
| 4 × 35 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.8 | 31.5 | 1,230 |
| 4 × 50 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 1.9 | 35.5 | 1,550 |
| 4 × 70 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 2.1 | 42.5 | 2,490 |
| 4 × 95 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 2.3 | 47.5 | 3,120 |
| 4 × 120 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 2.4 | 53.0 | 3,780 |
| 4 × 150 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 2.6 | 58.5 | 4,550 |
| 4 × 185 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 2.7 | 64.5 | 5,490 |
| 4 × 240 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 2.9 | 72.5 | 6,860 |
| 4 × 300 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 3.1 | 79.5 | 8,250 |
| 5-Core | |||||
| 5 × 10 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.6 | 22.5 | 640 |
Packaging & Delivery
Export Wooden Drum
Fumigated wooden drums. Aluminium conductor reduces total cable weight — lighter drums vs copper equivalent.
Iron-Wooden Drum
Reinforced composite drums for heavy cross-sections (95mm²+). Steel tape armour adds mechanical robustness.
Documentation
IEC 60502-1 test certificates, CPR Eca Declaration of Performance, material traceability.
Typical Applications
Direct Burial & Underground
Steel tape armour provides mechanical protection against soil pressure, sharp stones, and rodent damage for buried installations.
Industrial Power Distribution
Outdoor fixed installations in industrial plants. XLPE 90°C rating handles higher ambient temperatures than PVC alternatives.
Outdoor Cable Trays & Ducts
Fixed outdoor installations where cable is exposed to mechanical aggression. AG2 medium impact severity rating.
Mechanical Protection Zones
Areas with risk of impact, crushing, or falling objects. Steel tape armour protects against mechanical aggression during service life.
Cost-Driven Infrastructure
Aluminium conductor reduces project material cost by 40-60% vs copper. XLPE insulation maximizes ampacity from the same cross-section.
Cold Climate
-40°C minimum service temperature. Suitable for outdoor installations in extreme cold zones without sheath embrittlement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
As a factory, we offer flexible MOQ depending on the cable type. For standard stock items, MOQ is low; for customized specifications, please contact our sales team for a detailed quote.
Yes, Qiangli cables are manufactured in compliance with international standards such as UL, CE, TUV, and VDE. We provide full test reports and certificates upon request.
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For standard products, lead time is usually 7-15 days. For large-scale project orders or customized products, it typically ranges from 20 to 30 days.
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