RFOU 0.6/1kV Offshore Power Cable | TEBAOFLEX

TEBAOFLEX RFOU 0.6/1kV power cable is a flame-retardant, halogen-free and mud-resistant offshore cable for fixed power, control and lighting circuits in marine and oil and gas installations.

RFOU 0.6/1kV Power Cable for Offshore and Marine Installations

RFOU cable is a flame-retardant, low-smoke halogen-free and mud-resistant offshore power cable for fixed installation in marine vessels, offshore platforms, drilling-related equipment areas, power distribution routes, control circuits and lighting systems. TEBAOFLEX supplies RFOU 0.6/1kV cable for projects that need a robust EPR insulated construction, tinned copper wire braid and SHF2 mud-resistant sheath.

Compared with fire-resistant BFOU construction, RFOU focuses on flame retardancy, halogen-free performance, oil and mud resistance and reliable fixed installation in dry, wet, oily and muddy marine environments. The cable is commonly specified where NEK 606 offshore cable practice and IEC shipboard cable requirements are referenced in project documentation.

Key Features

  • 0.6/1kV offshore power cable for fixed power, control and lighting routes.
  • Class 5 flexible tinned copper conductor options for easier installation.
  • EPR insulation with halogen-free bedding and SHF1 inner sheath.
  • Tinned copper wire braid screen for mechanical and electrical protection.
  • SHF2 EVA outer sheath for flame-retardant, halogen-free and mud-resistant service.
  • Cold bend and cold impact resistant design for demanding offshore environments.

Cable Construction

LayerConstruction detail
ConductorFlexible tinned copper conductor, Class 5 flexible
InsulationEPR insulated core
FillerHalogen-free filler where required by multicore construction
TapeWrapping tape over laid-up cores
Inner sheathSHF1 inner sheath
Screen / braidTinned copper braided screen, TCWB
Outer sheathSHF2 EVA outer sheath, flame-retardant, halogen-free, oil and mud resistant

Technical Characteristics

ParameterSpecification
Product typeRFOU offshore power cable
Rated voltage0.6/1kV
Typical constructionEPR/EPR/TCWB/EVA
Conductor materialTinned copper
Conductor classClass 5 flexible conductor options
Temperature ratingUp to 90C conductor temperature
Outer sheathSHF2 EVA, mud resistant and halogen free
Installation typeFixed installation
Application environmentMarine, offshore, dry, wet, oily and muddy conditions

Referenced Standards and Test Context

RFOU cable specifications are commonly aligned with offshore and shipboard cable references such as NEK 606 and IEC 60092-353 for 1kV power cables. Project documents may also reference flame propagation, smoke density and halogen-free test methods including IEC 60332, IEC 61034 and IEC 60754. TEBAOFLEX can review the requested standard list and documentation requirements before quotation.

RequirementTypical referencePurpose
Offshore cable practiceNEK 606Defines common offshore cable constructions and mud-resistant requirements
Shipboard power cable designIEC 60092-353Covers shipboard and offshore non-radial-field power cables for 1kV and 3kV ratings
Flame retardancyIEC 60332 seriesEvaluates flame spread performance of electric cables
Low smokeIEC 61034Evaluates smoke density under defined fire conditions
Halogen-free performanceIEC 60754 seriesEvaluates acid gas and halogen content from cable materials

Available Size Examples from Project Requests

The RFOU family may be requested in single-core and multicore configurations. The examples below are based on the supplied project document and should be confirmed against final electrical design, installation route and current rating requirements.

Example configurationApplication note
4G 4 sqmmMulticore power/control and lighting circuit option
1C 70 sqmmSingle-core power distribution option
1C 120 sqmmLarge single-core power distribution option
4G 16 sqmmMulticore offshore fixed installation option
4G 95 sqmmHeavy-duty multicore power route option
4G 185 sqmmLarge multicore offshore power cable option
5G 25 sqmmFive-core power/control route option
5G 185 sqmmLarge five-core power cable option

RFOU, RFBU, RFCU and BFOU Selection Notes

RFOU, RFBU, RFCU and BFOU cable names are often reviewed together in offshore cable procurement. RFOU is typically selected for flame-retardant, halogen-free and mud-resistant fixed installation, while BFOU is selected when fire-resistant circuit integrity is required. TEBAOFLEX can help compare construction requirements, conductor size, braid type, sheath material and project documentation before production.

Request Technical Support

To request a quotation, share the required cable type, voltage rating, core count, conductor size, applicable standard, installation environment and delivery schedule. Contact TEBAOFLEX technical support for RFOU cable selection and offshore project documentation.

Product Model

RFOU 0.6/1kV Power Cable

Rated Voltage

0.6/1kV

Cable Construction

EPR/EPR/TCWB/EVA

Conductor

Class 5 flexible tinned copper conductor

Insulation

EPR

Screen

Tinned copper wire braid, TCWB

Sheath Material

SHF2 EVA mud resistant halogen-free sheath

Application

Offshore and marine fixed power, control and lighting