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N2XY Cable

Low Voltage Copper Conductor Power Cable with XLPE Insulation and PVC Sheath

Conductor: Plain annealed copper, Class 1 or 2 to EN 60228
Insulation: XLPE (2X), rated 90°C continuous
Sheath: PVC compound 5V-90, black, flame-retardant
Voltage: 0.6/1kV
Number of cores: 1-5 cores, 3+1, 4+1, 3+2
Package: Export wooden drum & iron wooden drum or as customer require
Standard: DIN VDE 0276-603, IEC 60502-1

Product Overview

N2XY Cable is a 0.6/1kV unarmored power cable with XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) insulation and PVC sheath, manufactured per the VDE (German) designation system. In the VDE naming convention: N = standard type, 2X = XLPE insulation, Y = PVC sheath. The XLPE insulation allows a continuous operating temperature of 90°C — significantly higher than the 70°C limit of PVC-insulated alternatives — resulting in greater current-carrying capacity for the same conductor cross-section. N2XY is the direct German/DIN equivalent of the internationally recognized CV TFR-CV (French designation) and IEC 60502-1 XLPE/PVC cable.

XLPE vs PVC: Why N2XY Carries More Current

Property	N2XY (XLPE/PVC)	NYY / E-YY (PVC/PVC)
Insulation Material	XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene)	PVC
Max. Operating Temperature	90°C	70°C
Short-Circuit Temperature	250°C (max 5s)	160°C (max 5s)
Current Capacity (same cross-section)	~20-30% higher	Standard
Overload Capability	Superior — tolerates temporary overloads better	Limited
Dielectric Losses	Lower — more efficient over long distances	Higher

Regional Naming Equivalents

All of the following designate the same physical construction: copper conductor, XLPE insulation, PVC sheath, 0.6/1kV, unarmored:

Region	Designation	Key Standard
Germany / DIN-VDE Region	N2XY	DIN VDE 0276-603
France / NFC Region	CV TFR-CV	NF C 32-321, IEC 60502-1
China	YJV	GB/T 12706.1
Poland / Central Europe	Y2XKY / CYKX	PNE 34 7659-3, HD 603 S1
International / IEC	IEC 60502-1 XLPE/PVC	IEC 60502-1

Cable Construction

Copper Conductor

Plain annealed copper, Class 1 or Class 2 per EN 60228 / IEC 60228. Solid (RE) for ≤16 mm², stranded (RM) for larger cross-sections.

XLPE Insulation (2X)

Cross-linked polyethylene rated 90°C continuous, 250°C short-circuit. Superior thermal stability, lower dielectric losses, and higher ampacity than PVC.

Core Assembly

Insulated cores laid up with non-hygroscopic filler for multi-core cables. Binding tape applied where required for circular cross-section.

PVC Outer Sheath (Y)

PVC compound 5V-90, black (standard). Flame-retardant, oil-resistant, UV-stabilized for outdoor applications.

Technical Characteristics

Rated Voltage U₀/U	0.6/1kV
Max. Conductor Temperature	90°C (continuous), 250°C (short-circuit, max 5s)
Min. Installation Temperature	-5°C (without pre-heating)
Min. Bending Radius	15 × D (single-core), 12 × D (multi-core)
Core Identification	Per HD 308 S2 / IEC 60304
Sheath Color	Black (standard); other colors on request

Applicable Standards & Certifications

N2XY cables are manufactured to comply with the following standards. Qiangli can certify production to any combination based on project destination.

Standard	Scope
DIN VDE 0276-603	German national standard — power cables with XLPE insulation and PVC sheath, 0.6/1kV. The primary standard for N2XY designation.
IEC 60502-1	International standard for power cables 1kV-30kV. Global reference; 90+ countries accept IEC 60502-1 certification.
EN 60228 / IEC 60228	Conductor specification — Class 1 (solid) and Class 2 (stranded).
HD 308 S2 / IEC 60304	Core identification color coding for CENELEC countries.
BS 5467	British standard for XLPE insulated unarmored cables. Relevant for UK and Commonwealth markets.
GB/T 12706.1	Chinese national standard. YJV (XLPE/PVC) is the equivalent under this standard.
NF C 32-321	French standard — CV TFR-CV. Same physical cable, French designation for projects in Francophone Africa and SE Asia.
EN 60332-1-2	Flame propagation — N2XY meets single-cable flame test requirements for indoor installations.

Note: N2XY (XLPE/PVC, 90°C) should not be confused with N2XH (XLPE/LSZH, halogen-free). For projects requiring low-smoke zero-halogen sheaths, specify N2XH instead. See our N2XH product page for details.

Technical Specifications

All values per DIN VDE 0276-603 / IEC 60502-1. Current ratings at standard conditions (air: 30°C, ground: 20°C, 2.5 K·m/W, 0.7m depth). For non-standard installations, apply derating per IEC 60364-5-52.

1-Core N2XY Cable

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
1 × 1.5	0.7	1.4	5.5	48	12.1	23	32
1 × 2.5	0.7	1.4	5.9	59	7.41	31	42
1 × 4	0.7	1.4	6.4	75	4.61	41	55
1 × 6	0.7	1.4	6.9	95	3.08	52	69
1 × 10	0.7	1.4	8.0	140	1.83	71	92
1 × 16	0.7	1.4	9.0	200	1.15	92	115
1 × 25	0.9	1.4	10.6	310	0.727	120	150
1 × 35	0.9	1.4	11.6	410	0.524	150	180
1 × 50	1.0	1.4	13.1	510	0.387	180	215
1 × 70	1.1	1.4	15.0	710	0.268	230	265
1 × 95	1.1	1.5	16.8	990	0.193	285	320
1 × 120	1.2	1.5	18.4	1,230	0.153	335	360
1 × 150	1.4	1.6	20.5	1,450	0.124	385	410
1 × 185	1.6	1.6	22.6	1,800	0.0991	450	460
1 × 240	1.7	1.7	25.2	2,300	0.0754	535	535
1 × 300	1.8	1.8	27.8	2,960	0.0601	620	605
1 × 400	2.0	1.9	31.4	3,800	0.0470	720	685
1 × 500	2.2	2.0	34.9	4,800	0.0366	835	775
1 × 630	2.4	2.2	39.1	6,100	0.0283	960	865

2-Core N2XY Cable

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
2 × 1.5	0.7	1.8	10.4	105	12.1	24	35
2 × 2.5	0.7	1.8	11.2	135	7.41	33	46
2 × 4	0.7	1.8	12.2	175	4.61	43	59
2 × 6	0.7	1.8	13.2	230	3.08	55	75
2 × 10	0.7	1.8	15.4	340	1.83	76	100
2 × 16	0.7	1.8	17.4	480	1.15	97	130
2 × 25	0.9	1.8	20.5	700	0.727	130	165
2 × 35	0.9	1.8	22.5	930	0.524	160	200
2 × 50	1.0	1.8	20.3	1,000	0.387	195	240
2 × 70	1.1	1.8	23.3	1,400	0.268	245	290
2 × 95	1.1	1.9	26.2	1,950	0.193	305	355
2 × 120	1.2	2.0	29.4	2,450	0.153	355	405
2 × 150	1.4	2.2	32.6	3,000	0.124	405	450
2 × 185	1.6	2.3	36.0	3,700	0.0991	465	510

3-Core N2XY Cable

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
3 × 1.5	0.7	1.8	11.8	135	12.1	21	30
3 × 2.5	0.7	1.8	12.7	180	7.41	28	39
3 × 4	0.7	1.8	13.8	225	4.61	37	51
3 × 6	0.7	1.8	14.9	300	3.08	47	64
3 × 10	0.7	1.8	17.2	430	1.83	65	86
3 × 16	0.7	1.8	19.4	630	1.15	84	110
3 × 25	0.9	1.8	22.8	940	0.727	110	140
3 × 35	0.9	1.8	25.0	1,250	0.524	135	170
3 × 50	1.0	1.8	24.4	1,500	0.387	170	205
3 × 70	1.1	1.9	29.4	2,140	0.268	215	250
3 × 95	1.1	2.0	33.6	2,960	0.193	265	300
3 × 120	1.2	2.1	35.9	3,760	0.153	310	345
3 × 150	1.4	2.3	39.9	4,420	0.124	350	385
3 × 185	1.6	2.4	44.1	5,950	0.0991	405	435
3 × 240	1.7	2.6	51.1	7,100	0.0754	480	500
3 × 300	1.8	2.7	56.1	9,000	0.0601	555	565
3 × 400	2.0	3.0	62.4	10,000	0.0470	640	640

4-Core N2XY Cable

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
4 × 1.5	0.7	1.8	12.6	160	12.1	21	30
4 × 2.5	0.7	1.8	13.6	210	7.41	28	39
4 × 4	0.7	1.8	14.8	280	4.61	37	51
4 × 6	0.7	1.8	16.0	380	3.08	47	64
4 × 10	0.7	1.8	18.6	530	1.83	65	86
4 × 16	0.7	1.8	21.0	800	1.15	84	110
4 × 25	0.9	1.8	24.9	1,240	0.727	110	140
4 × 35	0.9	1.8	28.3	1,600	0.524	135	170
4 × 50	1.0	1.8	28.4	2,000	0.387	170	205
4 × 70	1.1	2.0	33.1	2,800	0.268	215	250
4 × 95	1.1	2.1	37.1	4,000	0.193	265	300
4 × 120	1.2	2.2	40.8	5,000	0.153	310	345
4 × 150	1.4	2.4	45.2	6,100	0.124	350	385
4 × 185	1.6	2.6	52.1	7,600	0.0991	405	435
4 × 240	1.7	2.8	57.8	9,500	0.0754	480	500
4 × 300	1.8	3.0	63.5	12,000	0.0601	555	565
4 × 400	2.0	3.3	70.9	16,000	0.0470	640	640

5-Core N2XY Cable

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
5 × 1.5	0.7	1.8	11.7	170	12.1	21	30
5 × 2.5	0.7	1.8	12.8	250	7.41	28	39
5 × 4	0.7	1.8	14.0	330	4.61	37	51
5 × 6	0.7	1.8	15.4	460	3.08	47	64
5 × 10	0.7	1.8	18.8	700	1.83	65	86
5 × 16	0.7	1.8	21.8	1,000	1.15	84	110
5 × 25	0.9	1.8	26.2	1,540	0.727	110	140
5 × 35	0.9	1.8	28.0	2,080	0.524	135	170
5 × 50	1.0	1.9	32.4	2,760	0.387	170	205
5 × 70	1.1	2.1	37.4	3,890	0.268	215	250
5 × 95	1.1	2.2	41.7	5,120	0.193	265	300
5 × 120	1.2	2.4	46.2	6,530	0.153	310	345
5 × 150	1.4	2.6	53.1	8,000	0.124	350	385
5 × 185	1.6	2.8	58.9	9,800	0.0991	405	435
5 × 240	1.7	3.0	65.6	12,400	0.0754	480	500
5 × 300	1.8	3.2	72.0	15,450	0.0601	555	565

3+1 Core N2XY Cable

Three phase conductors + one reduced neutral/earth conductor. For dual-resistance values, the first value applies to the main cores, the second to the reduced conductor.

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
3 × 2.5 + 1 × 1.5	0.7/0.7	1.8	12.3	200	7.41/12.1	28	39
3 × 4 + 1 × 2.5	0.7/0.7	1.8	13.4	260	4.61/7.41	37	51
3 × 6 + 1 × 4	0.7/0.7	1.8	14.6	350	3.08/4.61	47	64
3 × 10 + 1 × 6	0.7/0.7	1.8	16.9	480	1.83/3.08	65	86
3 × 16 + 1 × 10	0.7/0.7	1.8	19.4	760	1.15/1.83	84	110
3 × 25 + 1 × 16	0.9/0.7	1.8	22.8	1,040	0.727/1.15	110	140
3 × 35 + 1 × 16	0.9/0.7	1.8	25.1	1,420	0.524/1.15	135	170
3 × 50 + 1 × 25	1.0/0.9	1.8	28.2	1,830	0.387/0.727	170	205
3 × 70 + 1 × 35	1.1/0.9	1.9	31.9	2,500	0.268/0.524	215	250
3 × 95 + 1 × 50	1.1/1.0	2.1	35.7	3,400	0.193/0.387	265	300
3 × 120 + 1 × 70	1.2/1.1	2.2	39.6	4,300	0.153/0.268	310	345
3 × 150 + 1 × 70	1.4/1.1	2.3	43.6	5,200	0.124/0.268	350	385
3 × 185 + 1 × 95	1.6/1.1	2.5	49.8	6,500	0.0991/0.193	405	435
3 × 240 + 1 × 120	1.7/1.2	2.7	55.3	8,500	0.0754/0.153	480	500
3 × 300 + 1 × 150	1.8/1.4	2.9	57.0	10,000	0.0601/0.124	555	565
3 × 400 + 1 × 185	2.0/1.7	3.1	70.0	13,300	0.0470/0.0991	640	640

4+1 Core N2XY Cable

Four phase/neutral conductors + one reduced earth conductor.

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
4 × 2.5 + 1 × 1.5	0.7/0.7	1.8	13.2	220	7.41/12.1	28	39
4 × 4 + 1 × 2.5	0.7/0.7	1.8	14.5	320	4.61/7.41	37	51
4 × 6 + 1 × 4	0.7/0.7	1.8	15.9	420	3.08/4.61	47	64
4 × 10 + 1 × 6	0.7/0.7	1.8	18.5	650	1.83/3.08	65	86
4 × 16 + 1 × 10	0.7/0.7	1.8	21.3	950	1.15/1.83	84	110
4 × 25 + 1 × 16	0.9/0.7	1.8	25.7	1,450	0.727/1.15	110	140
4 × 35 + 1 × 16	0.9/0.7	1.8	28.2	1,850	0.524/1.15	135	170
4 × 50 + 1 × 25	1.0/0.9	1.9	28.9	2,500	0.387/0.727	170	205
4 × 70 + 1 × 35	1.1/0.9	2.0	32.2	3,450	0.268/0.524	215	250
4 × 95 + 1 × 50	1.1/1.0	2.2	36.9	4,700	0.193/0.387	265	300
4 × 120 + 1 × 70	1.2/1.1	2.3	40.8	6,000	0.153/0.268	310	345
4 × 150 + 1 × 70	1.4/1.1	2.5	44.7	7,100	0.124/0.268	350	385
4 × 185 + 1 × 95	1.6/1.1	2.7	50.7	9,000	0.0991/0.193	405	435
4 × 240 + 1 × 120	1.7/1.2	2.9	56.4	10,400	0.0754/0.153	480	500
4 × 300 + 1 × 150	1.8/1.4	3.1	64.0	13,500	0.0601/0.124	555	565

3+2 Core N2XY Cable

Three phase conductors + neutral + earth (5-wire system).

Cross Section (mm²)	Insulation (mm)	Sheath (mm)	Overall Dia. (mm)	Weight (kg/km)	DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km)	Current Air (A)	Current Ground (A)
3 × 2.5 + 2 × 1.5	0.7/0.7	1.8	13.0	200	7.41/12.1	28	39
3 × 4 + 2 × 2.5	0.7/0.7	1.8	14.3	260	4.61/7.41	37	51
3 × 6 + 2 × 4	0.7/0.7	1.8	15.6	350	3.08/4.61	47	64
3 × 10 + 2 × 6	0.7/0.7	1.8	17.9	480	1.83/3.08	65	86
3 × 16 + 2 × 10	0.7/0.7	1.8	20.8	760	1.15/1.83	84	110
3 × 25 + 2 × 16	0.9/0.7	1.8	25.2	1,040	0.727/1.15	110	140
3 × 35 + 2 × 16	0.9/0.7	1.8	26.8	1,420	0.524/1.15	135	170
3 × 50 + 2 × 25	1.0/0.9	1.9	28.7	1,830	0.387/0.727	170	205
3 × 70 + 2 × 35	1.1/0.9	2.0	32.2	2,500	0.268/0.524	215	250
3 × 95 + 2 × 50	1.1/1.0	2.2	36.7	3,400	0.193/0.387	265	300
3 × 120 + 2 × 70	1.2/1.1	2.3	40.8	4,300	0.153/0.268	310	345
3 × 150 + 2 × 70	1.4/1.1	2.4	44.5	5,200	0.124/0.268	350	385
3 × 185 + 2 × 95	1.6/1.1	2.6	50.5	6,500	0.0991/0.193	405	435
3 × 240 + 2 × 120	1.7/1.2	2.8	56.1	8,500	0.0754/0.153	480	500
3 × 300 + 2 × 150	1.8/1.4	3.0	63.7	10,000	0.0601/0.124	555	565

Current rating notes: Ampacity per DIN VDE 0276-603 / IEC 60502-1 (air: 30°C, ground: 20°C, 2.5 K·m/W, 0.7m depth). For 3+1, 4+1, and 3+2 configurations, current rating applies to the main (largest) conductors. Derating factors per IEC 60364-5-52 apply for non-standard conditions. Contact engineering for project-specific calculations.

Packaging & Delivery

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Export Wooden Drum

Fumigated solid wood or plywood drums. Standard for international sea freight and container loading.

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Iron-Wooden Drum

Reinforced composite drums for heavy cables (120 mm²+). Superior protection during transport and on-site handling.

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Custom Packaging

Plywood reels, customer-specified drum types, custom marking, and private-label packaging on request.

Customization Options

Full OEM/ODM: custom core colors per any national standard (VDE, HD 308, BS, GB/T), custom sheath colors, cable printing, sequential meter marking. Contact sales for minimum order quantities.

Typical Applications

N2XY with XLPE insulation (90°C) is specified where higher current capacity, smaller bending radius, or greater thermal resilience is required compared to PVC-insulated cables:

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Power Stations & Substations

Primary and auxiliary distribution in generation plants. XLPE handles high ambient temperatures in turbine halls and transformer bays.

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Heavy Industrial Installations

Manufacturing plants, steel mills, and chemical facilities with elevated ambient temperatures. XLPE's 90°C rating handles heat stress.

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Underground Distribution

Direct burial and cable ducts in commercial and industrial zones. Higher ampacity means smaller conductor cross-section for same load.

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High-Rise & Commercial Buildings

Main risers and floor distribution in office towers, hospitals, and shopping centers. XLPE's low dielectric losses improve efficiency.

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Outdoor & Exposed Routes

Cable trays and surface-mounted outdoor routes. PVC sheath with UV stabilization for long-term weather resistance.

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Distribution Networks

Secondary distribution in utility networks where higher load density requires XLPE's 20-30% current capacity advantage.

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1. What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

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.

2. Do your cables meet international certification standards?

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.

3. Can you provide customized cable solutions (OEM/ODM)?

Absolutely. We have a dedicated R&D team that can customize cable structure, material, color, and printing to meet your specific project needs.

4. What is the typical lead time for an order?

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5. Do you offer free samples for quality testing?

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