(N)TSCGEWOEU MT PLUS — TEBAOFLEX Compact MV Reeling Cable

The Problem MT PLUS Solves

Standard medium voltage reeling cables are built with generous wall thicknesses and wide manufacturing tolerances to ensure compliance under all conditions. This results in a cable that is heavier and thicker than the application technically requires — consuming drum capacity that could otherwise hold more cable length, and adding dead weight that reduces the payload of the host machine.

The MT PLUS variant addresses this directly. By applying tighter manufacturing tolerances, optimized lay-up geometry, and precision-controlled sheath extrusion, TEBAOFLEX reduces both the overall diameter and the weight per meter by approximately 10-15% compared to the standard (N)TSCGEWOEU — without reducing conductor cross-section, voltage rating, or mechanical ratings.

What MT PLUS Means

MT stands for Medium Tension (MV range), and PLUS designates the optimized compact construction. It is not a downgraded economy version — the core electrical and mechanical specifications remain identical to the standard design. The weight and diameter reduction comes from engineering precision, not material compromise.

Where Weight and Diameter Reduction Matters Most

Application	Benefit of MT PLUS
High-rise crane and boom reeling	Lighter cable reduces sag and required tension at maximum working height
Container crane gantry (E-RTG)	Longer cable per drum = fewer changeovers per shift
Mobile excavator and shovel payload	Every kg of cable weight saved is available for material payload
Deep shaft vertical reeling	Reduced self-weight lowers the tensile load on the cable termination
Festoon systems with tight bend radii	Smaller OD enables tighter bend radius within same guide clearance

Construction

Layer	Material	MT PLUS Difference
Phase Conductor	Extra-fine stranded tinned copper, Class 5	Identical to standard
Insulation	High-grade EPR/HEPR (at least 3GI3 per VDE 0207-21)	Identical to standard
Semi-Conductive Layers	Extruded inner and outer, cold strippable	Identical to standard
Earth Conductors	3 x tinned copper Class 5, split in interstices	Optimized interstitial geometry
Central Filler	Semi-conductive compound on textile polyester	Compressed profile
Inner Sheath	EPR based 5GM3 double layer	Precision tolerance extrusion
Anti-Torsion Braid	Reinforced polyester thread braid, vulcanized bonded	Identical to standard
Outer Sheath	5GM5 PCP based, bright red	Precision tolerance extrusion

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	Based on DIN VDE 0250-813
Conductor Standard	VDE 0295 / IEC 60228 Class 5
Weight Reduction vs Standard	Approx. 10-15%
Diameter Reduction vs Standard	Approx. 5-10%
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
Flame Retardant	IEC 60332-1-2 / EN 60332-1-2
Oil Resistance	DIN EN 60811-404
Weather Resistance	Unrestricted outdoor/indoor, UV, ozone, moisture resistant
Outer Sheath Colour	Bright red (RAL 3000)
Outer Sheath Compound	5GM5 per DIN VDE 0207-21

Dimensional Data — MT PLUS vs Standard Comparison 3.6/6 kV

Cross Section (mm²)	Standard OD (mm)	MT PLUS OD (mm)	Standard Weight (kg/km)	MT PLUS Weight (kg/km)
3×25 + 3×16/3E	42	38	3,200	2,800
3×35 + 3×16/3E	45	41	3,800	3,300
3×50 + 3×25/3E	49	44	4,500	3,900
3×70 + 3×35/3E	53	48	5,500	4,800
3×95 + 3×50/3E	58	53	6,800	5,900
3×120 + 3×70/3E	63	57	8,200	7,100
3×150 + 3×70/3E	68	62	9,800	8,500

Dimensional data for 6/10kV, 8.7/15kV, and 12/20kV grades available on request.

Key Advantages of MT PLUS

Longer Cable per Drum — With the reduced diameter, a standard 2.2m drum can hold up to 15% more cable length, reducing drum change frequency and splice joints in long reeling runs.

Higher Machine Payload — On draglines, excavators, and cranes where the cable mass is carried by the machine, every kilogram saved through the MT PLUS design translates directly to increased material handling capacity.

Same Full Certification — The MT PLUS carries the same VDE 0250-813 certification, same 5GM5 outer sheath, same anti-torsion braid, and same electrical ratings as the standard cable. The weight reduction does not compromise compliance.

Lower Shipping Cost — For project-based supply, the reduced cable mass lowers freight cost per meter, particularly for air-freighted urgent spares or long export shipping routes.

Why Choose TEBAOFLEX (N)TSCGEWOEU MT PLUS

TEBAOFLEX manufactures the MT PLUS variant using precision extrusion tooling and tight process control in our ISO 9001 certified facility. Each drum is tested for conductor resistance, high voltage withstand, and dimensional compliance. For new machine designs where drum envelope is constrained or for retrofit projects where cable weight is impacting payload, the MT PLUS provides a direct replacement with the same connector compatibility and lower mass.

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	Why MT PLUS
Ship-to-shore cranes	Longer cable per drum reduces changeover during peak vessel operation
Open-pit mine draglines	Lower cable weight increases effective bucket payload
Container yard E-RTG cranes	Reduced drum size fits within existing gantry girder envelope
Mobile harbour cranes	Lighter cable allows higher boom tip reach without excess tension
Underground mining equipment	Smaller OD fits tighter cable guides and roller systems