Aerial Bundle Cable, commonly known as Aerial Bundled Conductor or ABC cable, are utilized in overhead power line systems, where they amalgamate several individual core cables into one consolidated unit.
Characteristics and applications of ABC Cable
Aerial Bundle Cables (ABC) serve various purposes, including temporary power distribution for street lighting and secondary pole-to-pole service cables.
These cables consist of lightweight stranded aluminum conductors, available in both single-core and multi-core configurations.
While they find application in rural power distribution in some regions, their primary usage is in temporary power setups like construction sites.
Unlike bare conductors, ABC cables are insulated, making them preferable due to the reduced risk of sparks and shorts, particularly in dry climates prone to bushfires.
The use of XLPE insulation material, along with relevant sheathing material, enables tight bundling of ABC cables.
Additionally, they can incorporate additional steel wire supports, akin to those found in ACSR, known as catenary wires, to enhance stability.
Structure of Aerial Bundle Cable
Voltage Rating
0.6/1kV
Phase Conductor
Class 2 Circular compacted stranded Aluminium
Neutral Conductor
Class 2 Circular compacted stranded Aluminium
Insulation
XLPE (Cross-linked polyethylene) UV Resistant
Core Identification
Phases by longitudinal ribs (I, II, III)
Neutral core by longitudinal ribs (≤ 50 mm2 min.12 ribs; ≥ 50 mm2 min.16 ribs)
Sheath Colour
Black
Parameters of NF C33-209 ABC cable
| NUMBER CORES | NOMINAL CROSS SECTIONAL AREA mm2 | NOMINAL OVERALL DIAMETER mm | NOMINAL WEIGHT KG/KM | MINIMUM BREAKING LOAD KN | MAXIMUM CONDUCTOR RESISTANCE Q/Km | CURRENT RATING A |
| 2 | 10 | 12.8 | 93 | 1.5 | 3.080 | 38 |
| 2 | 16 | 14.8 | 129 | 2.3 | 1.910 | 72 |
| 2+2 | 16/1.5 | 14.8 | 176 | 2.3 | 1.910/12.100 | 72 |
| 2 | 25 | 18.0 | 202 | 3.8 | 1.200 | 107 |
| 2+2 | 25/1.5 | 18.0 | 249 | 3.8 | 1.200/12.100 | 107 |
| 2 | 35 | 20.8 | 269 | 5.2 | 0.868 | 132 |
| 2+2 | 35/1.5 | 20.8 | 316 | 5.2 | 0.868/12.100 | 132 |
| 2 | 50 | 23.4 | 352 | 7.6 | 0.641 | 165 |
| 2+2 | 50/1.5 | 23.4 | 399 | 7.6 | 0.641/12.100 | 165 |
| 4 | 10 | 15.4 | 183 | 1.5 | 3.080 | 38 |
| 4 | 16 | 17.8 | 257 | 2.3 | 1.910 | 72 |
| 4+2 | 16/1.5 | 17.8 | 304 | 2.3 | 1.910/12.100 | 72 |
| 4 | 25 | 21.7 | 404 | 3.8 | 1.200 | 107 |
| 4+2 | 25/1.5 | 21.7 | 451 | 3.8 | 1.200/12.100 | 107 |
| 4 | 35 | 25.1 | 539 | 5.2 | 0.868 | 132 |
| 4+2 | 35/1.5 | 25.1 | 586 | 5.2 | 0.868/12.100 | 132 |
| 1+3 | 54.6/25 | 21.7 | 507 | 3.8 | 0.630/1.200 | 107 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/25/16 | 24.3 | 573 | 3.8/2.3 | 0.630/1.200/1.910 | 107/72 |
| 1+3+2 | 54.6/25/16 | 29.7 | 639 | 3.8/2.3 | 0.630/1.200/1.910 | 107/72 |
| 1+3+3 | 54.6/25/16 | 31.1 | 705 | 3.8/2.3 | 0.630/1.200/1.910 | 107/72 |
| 1+3 | 54.6/35 | 25.1 | 615 | 5.2 | 0.630/0.868 | 132 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/35/16 | 28.1 | 680 | 5.2/2.3 | 0.630/0.868/1.910 | 132/72 |
| 1+3+2 | 54.6/35/16 | 34.3 | 748 | 5.2/2.3 | 0.630/0.868/1.910 | 132/72 |
| 1+3+3 | 54.6/35/16 | 35.9 | 814 | 5.2/2.3 | | 0.630/0.868/1.910 | 132/72 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/35/25 | 28.1 | 714 | 5.2/3.8 | 0.630/0.868/1.200 | 132/107 |
| 1+3 | 54.6/50 | 28.2 | 741 | 7.6 | 0.630/0.641 | 165 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/35/25 | 31.6 | 806 | 7.6/2.3 | 0.630/0.641/1.910 | 165/72 |
| 1+3+2 | 54.6/35/25 | 38.6 | 875 | 7.6/2.3 | 0.630/0.641/1.910 | 165/72 |
| 1+3+3 | 54.6/35/25 | 40.4 | 940 | 7.6/2.3 | 0.630/0.641/1.910 | 165/72 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/50/25 | 31.6 | 841 | 7.6/3.8 | 0.630/0.641/1.200 | 165/107 |
| 1+3 | 54.6/70 | 33.0 | 950 | 10.2 | 0.630/0.443 | 205 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/70/16 | 37.0 | 1014 | 10.2/2.3 | 0.630/0.443/1.910 | 205/72 |
| 1+3+2 | 54.6/70/16 | 45.2 | 1083 | 10.2/2.3 | 0.630/0.443/1.910 | 205/72 |
| 1+3+3 | 54.6/70/16 | 47.3 | 1148 | 10.2/2.3 | 0.630/0.443/1.910 | 205/72 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/70/25 | 37.0 | 1048 | 10.2/3.8 | 0.630/0.443/1.200 | 205/107 |
| 1+3+2 | 54.6/70/25 | 45.2 | 1150 | 10.2/3.8 | 0.630/0.443/1.200 | 205/107 |
| 1+3+3 | 54.6/70/25 | 47.3 | 1250 | 10.2/3.8 | 0.630/0.443/1.200 | 205/107 |
| 1+3 | 54.6/95 | 37.4 | 1176 | 13.5 | 0.630/0.320 | 240 |
| 1+3+1 | 54.6/95/16 | 41.9 | 1243 | 13.5/2.3 | 0.630/0.320/1.910 | 240/72 |
Where to buy ABC cable?
If you need ABC cable, please contact us. Huadong, as an industry-leading cable manufacturer, exports different types of aerial bundle cables to Africa, North America, Southeast Asia, and so on.
We offer not only lv ABC cables but also medium voltage cables for you to choose from.
Our technical team will design the most suitable solution for you, taking into account the application, installation environment, and regulations of the country where the project is located.
Meanwhile, we will offer you the most competitive price.
