Medium Voltage Reeling Cable with Integrated Fibre Optics
Power transmission meets data communication – one cable, two missions.
✅ Key Benefits at a Glance
Integrated Fibre Optics – Simultaneous power transmission and real-time data communication for condition monitoring, remote control, and sensor networks
EMC Shielded – Advanced electromagnetic interference suppression ensures stable VFD operation and data integrity
Extreme Flexibility – Engineered for high mechanical stress, dynamic loads, torsion, and continuous reeling applications
Weather & Oil Resistant – Reliable in indoor, outdoor, and harsh industrial environments
Fire Retardant – Complies with IEC/EN 60332-1-2 for enhanced safety
Cold-Resistant – Maintains flexibility even at -40°C (fixed installation)
Long Service Life – Robust construction minimizes downtime and replacement costs
🔧 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Voltage Rating | 3.6/6kV – 12/20kV |
| Design Standard | DIN VDE 0250-813 |
| Conductor | Extra-fine stranded tinned copper, Class 5 (ultra-flexible) |
| Insulation | 3GI3 EPR compound with semi-conductive layers |
| Screen | Tinned copper wire braid (EMV) – suppresses electromagnetic noise |
| Fibre Optics | Integrated single-mode or multi-mode fibres for data transmission |
| Inner Sheath | GM1b / 5GM3 EPR-based rubber compound (water barrier) |
| Outer Sheath | 5GM5 PCP-based rubber – oil-resistant, abrasion-resistant, flame-retardant |
| Colour | Red |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +80°C (fixed) / -25°C to +80°C (flexing) |
| Min. Bending Radius | 15 × outer diameter (flexing) |
| Flame Retardant | IEC/EN 60332-1-2 |
🔌 Applications
Ideal for heavy-duty industries requiring both power and real-time data in a single cable solution:
Mining: Excavators, electric shovels, drills, bucket wheel reclaimers – real-time equipment health monitoring
Cranes & Hoists: Portal cranes, container handling equipment, port loading systems – remote diagnostics and control
Marine & Offshore: Shipboard power distribution, offshore platform equipment – integrated sensor networks
Tunnel Engineering: Underground excavation and power transmission – condition monitoring
Drum & Reeling Applications: Motorized reeling on single-layer and horizontal winch drums
VFD Connections: Between frequency converters and AC motors in medium-voltage systems
Industrial Automation: Smart manufacturing environments requiring both power and data
🔬 Product Construction
Power Conductors
Material: Electrolytic annealed oxygen-free tinned copper
Structure: Multi-strand fine-braided, conforming to DIN VDE 0295 Class 5
Insulation System
Inner Semi-Conductive Layer: EPR-based semi-conductive compound
Insulation Layer: 3GI3 EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber) – high dielectric strength and mechanical performance
Outer Semi-Conductive Layer: Cold-strippable modified NBR semi-conductive layer (Easy Strip design) for easy termination
Grounding Conductors
Material: Tinned copper with semi-conductive layer
Structure: 3+3 configuration – 3 power cores + 3 ground cores in interstices
Fibre Optics
Type: Single-mode or multi-mode fibres
Protection: Embedded in a protective central or intersticial element
Function: Provides a dedicated data transmission pathway for remote monitoring, control signals, and sensor feedback
Benefits: Eliminates the need for a separate data cable, reducing installation complexity and cost
Inner Sheath
Material: GM1b / 5GM3 EPR-based rubber compound
Function: Water barrier and mechanical protection
Anti-Twist Reinforcement
Material: Polyester fibre braiding
Process: Vulcanized between inner and outer sheaths for superior torsional resistance
Outer Sheath
Material: 5GM5 high-performance rubber compound (PCP chloroprene rubber)
Features: Flame-retardant, oil-resistant, abrasion-resistant, tear-resistant
Colour: Red (high visibility for safety)
Shielding (EMV FC)
Material: Tinned copper wire braid
Function: Effective electromagnetic interference suppression, ensuring stable VFD operation and preventing data signal degradation
📊 Electrical Parameters
| Voltage Rating U₀/U | 3.6/6 kV | 6/10 kV | 8.7/15 kV | 12/20 kV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Operating Voltage (AC) | 4.2/7.2 kV | 6.9/12 kV | 10.4/18 kV | 13.9/24 kV |
| Max. Operating Voltage (DC) | 5.4/10.8 kV | 9/18 kV | 13.5/27 kV | 18/36 kV |
| AC Test Voltage | 11 kV | 17 kV | 24 kV | 29 kV |
🌡️ Environmental & Mechanical Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature (fixed) | -40°C to +80°C |
| Operating Temperature (flexing) | -25°C to +80°C |
| Max. Conductor Temperature | 90°C |
| Max. Tensile Strength | 15 N/mm² |
| Max. Twist Angle | ±25°/m |
| Min. Bending Radius (flexing) | 15 × outer diameter |
| Travel Speed (tunnel applications) | Up to 30 m/min |
| Oil Resistance | Complies with EN 60811-404 |
| UV Resistance | Excellent |
| Flame Retardancy | Complies with IEC/EN 60332-1-2 |
📜 Certifications & Standards
Standards: DIN VDE 0250-813, IEC 60228 Class 5
Flame Retardant: IEC/EN 60332-1-2
Oil Resistance: EN 60811-404
Bending Radius: DIN VDE 0298 Part 3
Current Rating: DIN VDE 0298 Part 4
All TEBAOFLEX cables are manufactured under strict quality control and are available with relevant test certificates upon request.
📦 Custom Ordering Information
| Cross Section (mm²) | Voltage Rating | Outer Diameter (mm) | Weight (kg/km) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 × 25 + 3 × 16/3 | 3.6/6 kV | 47.6 | 3500 |
| 3 × 50 + 3 × 25/3 | 6/10 kV | 55.6 | 4550 |
| 3 × 70 + 3 × 35/3 | 8.7/15 kV | 66.2 | 6200 |
| 3 × 95 + 3 × 50/3 | 12/20 kV | 78.5 | 8200 |
Custom cross-sections, fibre counts, and configurations available upon request.
💡 Why Choose TEBAOFLEX Cables?
| Feature | Benefit for You |
|---|---|
| Integrated Fibre Optics | Real-time data monitoring – detect issues before they cause downtime |
| EMC Shielding | No interference between power and data – stable system performance |
| Extreme Flexibility | Handles high mechanical stress, torsion, and reeling – fewer cable failures |
| Robust Construction | Longer service life – lower total cost of ownership |
| Global Standards Compliance | Meets international certifications – ready for your export requirements |
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