Armoured Cable

Steel-wire armoured cable for underground and harsh environments.

Armoured Cable

Product Overview

Armoured cables feature steel wire or tape armouring beneath the outer sheath, providing mechanical protection against crushing, impact and rodent damage. They are ideal for underground installations, industrial environments and outdoor applications.

Key Features

  • Steel wire armour (SWA) or steel tape armour (STA)
  • Copper or aluminum conductor options
  • PVC or XLPE insulation
  • Excellent mechanical protection
  • Suitable for direct burial

Technical Specifications

Typical ratings for steel-wire armoured power cables.

Rated Voltage (U0/U)0.6/1 kV
ConductorCopper or Aluminum, Class 1/2 (IEC 60228)
InsulationPVC or XLPE
ArmourSWA (Steel Wire Armour) or STA (Steel Tape Armour)
SheathPVC (TM1/TM2) or LSZH
Max. Operating Temp.70 °C (PVC) / 90 °C (XLPE)
Min. Bending Radius12 × overall diameter
StandardsIEC 60502-1, EN 50525, GB/T 12706, CE

Typical Applications

Underground power distributionIndustrial plant wiringOutdoor and exposed installationsAreas requiring rodent protection

Standards & Compliance

Manufactured and tested to the following international standards.

IEC 60502-1Power cables 1–30 kV
EN 50525Low-voltage cables
GB/T 12706China power cables
CEEU declaration

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