Types of Copper Conductors

Stranded Copper

  • Description: Solid, single-strand copper conductors with high conductivity and rigidity.
  • Applications: Ideal for fixed installations where minimal movement is expected, such as household wiring and industrial conduits.
  • Advantages: Higher mechanical strength, easier to terminate, and cost-effective for fixed installations.

Flexible Copper

  • Description: Multi-strand copper conductors offering superior flexibility and ease of handling.
  • Applications: Suitable for applications requiring frequent movement or bending, such as portable equipment, machinery, and control panels.
  • Advantages: Enhanced flexibility, better resistance to fatigue, and easier installation in tight spaces.
Comparison Chart for PVC and XLPE Insulated Cables
Parameter PVC Insulated Cables XLPE Insulated Cables Multi-Core Cables
(XLPE + PVC)
Conductor Material Stranded or Flexible Copper Stranded or Flexible Copper Stranded Copper
Insulation Material PVC XLPE XLPE Insulation + PVC Sheathing
Max. Operating Temperature 70°C 90°C 90°C
Voltage Rating 450/750V 0.6/1kV 0.6/1kV
Fire Performance Flame Retardant Flame Retardant Flame Retardant, Low Smoke Emission
Standards Compliance IEC 60227, BS EN 50525 IEC 60502, BS EN 50525 IEC 60502, BS EN 50525
Applications Household, Commercial, Light Industrial Industrial, Renewable Energy Industrial, Heavy-Duty Applications

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