SPEC: 47818

2/0-19 CU 3/C XLP 2x3GW 1x8GC MP-GC RHINOPOWER 15KV BLACK PVC JKT 0 FT

Southwire #: 57024699

Class B Copper conductors, Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLP) 100% Insulation Level, Copper Tape Shield, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Jacket, 90°C

Download Category Specifications
PDF Excel Table
Select Product Specifications
Construction
Outer Jacket / Armor Color
BLACK
Packaging

Application & Features

RHINOPOWERTM Type MP-GC mine power feeder cable is a heavy-duty power cable for use in stationary horizontal HV mine power distribution circuits, for permanent or semi-portable applications with power transmission in deep mines, surface mines, open pits, tunnels, in conduit or duct (not to exceed max rated voltage), and suitable for direct burial in wet or dry locations. For vertical drop requirements consult with factory application specialist.

Specifications

Cond. Size 2/0 AWG 2/0 AWG
Conductor Number 3.0 3.0
Cond. Strands 19 19
Diameter Over Conductor (in) (cm) 0.376 0.96 inch cm
Inner Layer Thickness (mils) (mm) 175 4.45 mils mm
Diameter Over Insulation (in) (cm) 0.756 1.92 inch cm
Ground Check Size 8 8
Outer Layer Thickness (mils) (mm) 140 3.56 mils mm
Approx. OD (in) (cm) 2.150 5.46 inch cm
Approx. Weight (lbs/1000') (kgs/km) 3090 4598 lbs/1000' kgs/km

* Strand count meets minimum number per ASTM

Standards & References

  • ASTM B3 Standard Specification for Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
  • ASTM B8 Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
  • ASTM B496 Compact Round Concentric-lay-standard copper
  • ICEA S-75-381 Portable and Power Feeder Cables for Use in Mines
  • MSHA Approved

Construction

  1. Conductor:Class B compact stranded bare copper per ASTM B3 and ASTM B496
  2. Conductor Shield:Semi-conducting cross-linked copolymer
  3. Insulation:Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLP), 100% Insulation Level
  4. Insulation Shield:Stripable semi-conducting cross-linked copolymer
  5. Copper Tape Shield:Helically wrapped 5 mil copper tape with 25% overlap
  6. Ground Check:Class B compressed stranded bare copper per ASTM B3 and ASTM B8 with yellow high strength, polypropylene insulation
  7. Grounding Conductors:Two Class B compressed stranded bare copper per ASTM B3 and ASTM B8
  8. Filler:Rubber Fillers as needed
  9. Tape:Polyester tape, applied over the cable core for improved mechanical integrity and ease of stripping
  10. Reinforcement:Reinforcing twine applied over the taped core
  11. Jacket:Black, single layer, flame resistant, thermoplastic Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). Alternate colors available.

Resources

There are no downloadable resources for this product.