What (N)TSCGEWÖU MT Means
The VDE 0250-813 designation breaks down as follows:
| Letter | German | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| (N) | Überwachungsleiter | With monitoring conductor |
| T | Trommel | Reeling / drum |
| S | Schlauch | Rubber sheath |
| C | Mit | With |
| G | Schutzleiter | Earth conductor |
| E | Einzelschirm | Individual screen |
| W | Witterungsbeständig | Weather resistant |
| Ö | Ölbeständig | Oil resistant |
| U | Außenmantel | Outer sheath |
| MT | Medium Tension | Medium voltage range 3.6/6kV – 12/20kV |
It is the standard MV reeling cable configuration from which all other variants—MT PLUS (compact), SR (heavy-duty), TR (trailing), FO (fibre optic)—are developed.
Construction
| Layer | Material |
|---|---|
| Phase Conductor | Extra-fine stranded tinned copper, Class 5 (VDE 0295 / IEC 60228) |
| Inner Semi-Conductive Layer | Extruded semi-conductive rubber compound |
| Insulation | EPR 3GI3 (DIN VDE 0207-20) |
| Outer Semi-Conductive Layer | Extruded semi-conductive rubber, cold strippable |
| Earth Conductors | 3 x tinned copper Class 5, split in core interstices |
| Central Filler | Semi-conductive compound on textile polyester support |
| Inner Sheath | EPR based 5GM3 rubber compound |
| Anti-Torsion Braid | Reinforced polyester thread braid, vulcanized bonded |
| Outer Sheath | 5GM3 or 5GM5 heavy-duty rubber compound, Red |
Core Configuration: 3 Power + 3 Earth
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated Voltage (Uo/U) | 3.6/6kV — 6/10kV — 8.7/15kV — 12/20kV |
| Design Standard | DIN VDE 0250-813 |
| Conductor Standard | VDE 0295 / IEC 60228 Class 5 |
| Max Conductor Temperature | +90°C |
| Max Short Circuit Temperature | +250°C |
| Ambient Temperature (Fixed) | -40°C to +80°C |
| Ambient Temperature (Mobile) | -25°C to +80°C |
| Min Bending Radius (Fixed) | 6 x OD |
| Min Bending Radius (Flexing) | 10 x OD |
| Max Working Speed | 120 m/min |
| Max Torsional Stress | ±25°/m |
| Max Tensile Load | 20 N/mm² |
| Dynamic Tensile (acceleration) | Up to 30 N/mm² |
| Flame Retardant | IEC 60332-1-2 / EN 60332-1-2 |
| Oil Resistance | DIN EN 60811-404 |
| Ozone / UV Resistance | Yes |
| Outer Sheath Colour | Red (standard) |
| Sheath Compound | 5GM3 / 5GM5 (DIN VDE 0207-21) |
Dimensional Data — 3.6/6 kV
| Cross Section (mm²) | OD (mm) | Weight (kg/km) | Current in Air 30°C (A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3×25 + 3×10/3E | 41.6 | 2,390 | 131 |
| 3×35 + 3×10/3E | 44.6 | 2,970 | 162 |
| 3×50 + 3×10/3E | 47.7 | 3,600 | 202 |
| 3×70 + 3×16/3E | 51.6 | 4,600 | 250 |
| 3×95 + 3×16/3E | 57.6 | 5,860 | 301 |
| 3×120 + 3×25/3E | 61.4 | 7,120 | 352 |
| 3×150 + 3×25/3E | 68.3 | 8,930 | 404 |
| 3×185 + 3×25/3E | 70.2 | 10,100 | 462 |
Dimensional data for 6/10kV, 8.7/15kV, and 12/20kV grades available on request.
Variant Comparison — All From One Platform
| Variant | Suffix | Key Difference | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| (N)TSCGEWÖU MT | — | Standard grade, baseline design | General MV reeling applications |
| MT PLUS | PLUS | Reduced weight and diameter | Weight-sensitive drums, extended cable length |
| SR | SR | Heavy-duty, 3+2+FO configuration | Extreme mechanical stress, -50°C |
| TR | TR | Trailing variant, 5GM5 bonded black sheath | Open-pit trailing over rough terrain |
| FO | FO | Integrated fibre optics | Combined power + data transmission |
| LWL WR | LWL WR | Heavy-duty fibre optic with 3+2 config | High-speed cranes with data |
| EMV FC | EMV FC | EMC screened for frequency converters | VFD drives |
| SR PLUS FO | SR PLUS FO | Heavy-duty + compact + FO | Extreme stress + data in compact form |
Why Choose TEBAOFLEX (N)TSCGEWÖU MT
As the foundation of the TEBAOFLEX MV reeling cable range, the MT grade is manufactured in our ISO 9001 certified facility with full VDE 0250-813 compliance. Every drum is tested for conductor resistance, high voltage withstand, and anti-torsion braid integrity before dispatch. For applications that do not require the specialized features of the PLUS, SR, TR, or FO variants, the MT grade delivers reliable MV power transmission at the most competitive price point.
Standards and Certifications
| Standard | Scope |
|---|---|
| DIN VDE 0250-813 | Cable design and testing |
| IEC 60228 / VDE 0295 Class 5 | Flexible conductor |
| IEC 60332-1-2 | Flame retardant |
| DIN EN 60811-404 | Oil resistance |
| RoHS | Compliance |
| ISO 9001:2015 | TEBAOFLEX quality management |
Application Environments
| Application | Description |
|---|---|
| Open-pit mining | Power supply to excavators, draglines, mobile crushers |
| Port container cranes | STS and RTG crane reeling systems |
| Ship loaders and unloaders | Boom and gantry reeling cables |
| Stockyard equipment | Stackers, reclaimers, conveyor drives |
| Heavy industrial cranes | Overhead travelling crane power supply |
| Underground mining | Medium voltage distribution to face equipment |
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