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Renewable Energy MV HV Cables | Tratos
RENEWABLE ENERGY MV HV CABLES
The Tratos Renewable Energy MV HV Cables range is designed and purposed to transmit the energy generated from renewable sources, such as photovoltaic (PV) solar panels or wind turbines to the main power grid, effectively distributing power across long distances, ultimately allowing the collected energy to be stored or consumed. Operating at medium voltage and high voltage, the Tratos Dedalus & Tratos Wind (N)TSCGEHXOEU Renewable Energy MV HV Cables are designed to withstand high power transmission and harsh weather conditions, such as high temperatures, UV exposure and moisture.
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TRATOS DEDALUS MV HV Cable
Solar Photovoltaics | Renewable Energy
The Tratos Dedalus Renewable Energy MV HV Cables operates with a rated voltage of 0.9kV up to 1.8kV. Tratos Dedalus is specifically designed for use in photovoltaic (PV) installations for renewable energy production, either internally or externally, in fixed or mobile positions and also in tubes and ducts.
This particular Renewable Energy MV HV Cable meets a number of standards and compliances, including UL 4703, TÜV 2 pfg 1169, RoHS, UL 2556 VW-1 & EN 60332-1-2, as well as the onerous IMQ CPT 065 standards, with an impressive thermal endurance duration of 20,000 hours at 120°C.
Tratos Dedalus Construction
- Conductor: Tinned CopperCl.5 – IEC 60228 (DIN VDE 0295) (CEI EN 60228)
- Insulation: Insulation HEPR type G21 (mix type EI80-CEI EN 50363)
- Outer sheath: EVA type M21 (mix type EM4 CEI EN 50363) Insulation and sheath are completely bonded and compatible (two layers of insulation)
- Standard colour: black, red, blue
- Marking: TRATOS DEDALUS FG21M21 PV20 1xSEC IMQ
Tratos Dedalus General Specifications
- Resistant to corrosion from chemical agents and abrasion
- Direct burial
- Wide temperature range: -40°C to +120°C
- Optimal behaviour in case of a fire. Flame propagation and emission of toxic/corrosive gas
- Long term test: PV20 (20.000 h)
- Resistant to UV rays, ozone and moisture
- Cold impact
- Ease of assembly
- Environmental compatibility
The MV Tratos Dedalus Renewable Energy Cable includes various applications, including roof or field installations, usable with systems connected to the electricity supply, as well as isolated systems.
Photovoltaic Solar Systems Connected to the Electricity Supply
Installation on roof ➡
- Private: 2kW – 50kW electrical systems
- Business: 10kW – 1mW electrical systems
Installation in field ➡
- Industrial & Financial: 100kW – 10mW electrical Systems
Isolated Photovoltaic Solar Systems
Installation on fields or roof ➡
- 1kW – 100kW electrical systems
The following tables provide the complete technical specifications on the Tratos Dedalus 0.9kV to 1.8kV range of Renewable Energy MV HV Cables, including an extensive list of part numbers with varied measurements to further aid selection:
| Tratos Dedalus 0.9kW – 1.8kW Measurements |
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| Tratos Dedalus Part Number [TT] | Nominal Cross Sectional Area [mm²] | Nominal Conductor Diameter [mm] | Nominal Overall Diameter [mm] | Nominal Weight [kg/km] | Minimum Bending Radius [mm] | Maximum Pulling Tension [mm] | Current Capacity at 60°C [A] |
| Tratos 100545 | 4 | 2.5 | 5.9 | 75 | 23.6 | 60 | 55 |
| Tratos 100548 | 6 | 3 | 6.4 | 125 | 25.6 | 90 | 70 |
| Tratos 100554 | 10 | 4 | 7.6 | 160 | 30.4 | 150 | 98 |
| Tratos 100557 | 16 | 5 | 9.4 | 217 | 37.6 | 240 | 132 |
| Tratos 100560 | 25 | 6 | 10.8 | 346 | 43.2 | 375 | 176 |
| Tratos 100563 | 35 | 7.5 | 12.4 | 427 | 49.6 | 525 | 218 |
| Tratos 100566 | 50 | 9 | 14.4 | 602 | 57.6 | 750 | 276 |
| Tratos 100569 | 70 | 11 | 16.3 | 805 | 65.2 | 1,050 | 347 |
| Tratos Dedalus Renewable Energy MV HV Cables Technical Information | |
| PV20 | 20,000 h |
| Temperature | 120°C |
| % < 50 elongation | |
| Nominal voltage | 0.6kV/1kV (AC) |
| Maximum working voltage in photovoltaic system | DC up to 2.0kV |
| Max. AC working voltage | 0.7kV/1.2kV |
| Max. DC working voltage | 0.9kV/1.8kV |
| Voltage test | 6kV AC/10kV DC (15 minutes) |
| Current capacity | According to DIN VDE 0298 Part 4 – IEC 60287 |
| Test | According to HD 22.2 – conductor resistance; voltage test in C.A e D.C.; dielectric strength; surface resistance; spark test on the insulation; insulation resistance at 20°C; at 90°C in water and at 120°C in air. CEI EN 50305 Part 6 – D.C. stability (10 days, 85°C, salt water, 1.5kV D.C.) |
| Normal pulling tension | 15 N/mm^2 in use during installation |
| Minimum bending radius | 4 x D (D=cable diameter) see table |
| Abrasion | According to DIN EN 53516 (on sand-paper) |
| Hardness (Shore A) | 85 according to CEI EN 53505 |
| Rodent resistance | Complete certainty can be obtained by using tubes for the protection of the cable and using special cable types with a metallic covering of either spiralled wires or a metallic braid |
| Max. ambient temperature | +120°C (fixed and mobile installation) |
| Min. working temperature | -40°C (fixed and mobile installation) |
| Max. conductor temperature | +120°C |
| Max. short-circuit temperature | +250°C (on conductor, maximum 5 seconds) |
| Low temperature resistance | Bending test at a low temperature: according to CEI EN 60811-1-4. Impact resistance: conforming to CEI EIN 50305 |
| Resistance to mineral oil | 24h, 100°C according to DIN VDE 0473-811-2-1, CEI EN 60811-2-1 |
| Resistance to atmospheric agents | Ozone resistance: according to CEI EIN 50396 test typo B. HD 22.2.Resistance to UV: according to UL 1581 (Xeno-test), ISO 4892-2 (Method A). Water absorption (gravimetric): according DIN VDE 0473-811-1-3, CEI EN 60811-1-3. |
| Behaviour in fire | Flame propagation: single cable according to CEI VDE 0482 Part 332-1-2, CEI EN 60332-1-2; bundle of cables according to DIN VDE 0482 Part 266–2-5, DIN EN 50305-9. low smoke emissions: according to DIN VDE 0482 Part 268-2, CEI EN 61034-2 (transmission of light > 70%). Corrosivity: according to CEI EN 50267-2-2. Toxicity: according to CEI EN 50305, index (ITC) < 3. |
| Environmental compatibility | In accordance with the standards for the recyclability and the disposal in addition to saving energy during production absence of polluting substances and halogens. |
♦ UL 4703 Standards
The UL 4703 standards for photovoltaic (PV) wire that covers the requirements for sunlight resistance, insulated wires and cables. This standard applies to grounded and underground PV power systems. UL 4703 requirements include, temperature rated for 90°C wet or dry, and 105°C, 125°C, or 150°C dry, rated voltages for 600V, 1kV or 2kV and, conductor types of stranded copper, copper-clad aluminium, or aluminium.
♦ TÜV 2 pfg 1169 Standards
This standard is for photovoltaic (PV) solar cables that includes requirements for temperature, fire performance, and more. TÜV 2 pfg 1169 standards cover a wide range of requirements, including a cable temperature rating of -40°C to +125°C, a maximum short circuit temperature is 280°C, meets IEC 60332-1, IEC 61034, EN 50268-2 & DIN 51900 for fire-resistance performance, smoke emission & low fire load, and a nominal voltage of 600V/1000V AC & 1000V/1800V DC.
♦ RoHS Compliant
RoHS compliance restricts use of certain hazardous substances that can be used in electrical and electronic equipment, providing manufacturers do not exceed the maximum levels of those substances, as set by RoHS standards.
♦ UL 2556 VW-1 Test
The UL 2556 VW-1 standards is a test that measure how well insulating materials resist fire spread when mountain vertically. It’s part of a broader standard that outlines how to test electrical cables and wires. UL 2556 VW-1 tests help ensure that electrical cables and wires meet safety standards and regulations, in order to reduce the risk of fires, short circuits and equipment failure.
♦ EN 60332-1-2 Standards
This international standard specifies how to test the flame spread of electrical and optical fibre cables, which is ultimately used to determine how well cables can resist fire damage. EN 60332-1-2 allows identification of cable fire classes, including B1ca, B2ca, Cca, Dca, and Eca.
TRATOS WIND (N)TSCGEHXOEU MV HV Cable
Wind Power | Renewable Energy
The Tratos Wind (N)TSCGEHXOEU Single Core Renewable Energy MV HV Cables operates with a rated voltage from 18kV/30kV to 20kV/35kV. Tratos Wind (N)TSCGEHXOEU is specifically designed for use in wind turbines with high mechanical effort in a temperature range from 40°C to +90°C, effectively generating and transmitting energy through wind power to the main power grid. This Renewable Energy MV HV Cable can be installed free moveable, fixed or free hanging (with twistable cables). Tratos Wind is used for economical transmission of large renewable energy rates with medium voltage and high voltage capabilities, compliant with IEC 60228 standards.
Tratos Wind (N)TSCGEHXOEU Construction
- Conductor: Electrolytic copper, tinned, finely stranded, Class 5 according to DIN VDE 0295 / IEC 60228
- Insulation: Halogen free, heat resistant insulation based on EPR
- Electrical field control: Inner and out layer of semi conductive, halogen free rubber
- Screen: Tinned copper wire serving, design acc. to DIN VDE 0250 part 1
- Outer sheath: Halogen free special rubber compound. Resistant to heat, cold, UV Ozone and mineral oil
- Standard colour: Black
- Core identification: Natural colouring with black semi conductive rubber
- Marking: TRATOS WIND (N)TSCGEHXOEU (number of cores) x (cross section) (voltage) + VDE
The following tables provide the complete technical specifications on the Tratos Wind 18kV/30kV to 20kV/35kV range of Renewable Energy MV HV Cables:
| Tratos Wind 18kV/30kV to 20kV/35kV Measurements | ||||
| Nominal Cross Section [mm²] | Rated Voltage [Uo/U (Um)] | Screen Section [mm²] | Minimum Outer Diameter [mm] | Maximum Outer Diameter [mm] |
| 50 | 18kV/30kV (36kV) | 16 | 30.0 | 33.0 |
| 70 | 18kV/30kV (36kV) | 16 | 32.0 | 35.0 |
| 95 | 18kV/30kV (36kV) | 16 | 33.0 | 36.0 |
| 150 | 18kV/30kV (36kV) | 25 | 36.0 | 39.0 |
| 240 | 18kV/30kV (36kV) | 25 | 40.0 | 43.0 |
| 50 | 20kV/35kV | 25 | 32.0 | 35.0 |
| 70 | 20kV/35kV | 16 | 33.0 | 36.0 |
| 95 | 20kV/35kV | 16 | 34.0 | 37.0 |
| 150 | 20kV/35kV | 25 | 39.0 | 42.0 |
| 240 | 20kV/35kV | 25 | 42.0 | 45.0 |
| Tratos Wind (N)TSCGEHXOEU Renewable Energy MV HV Cables Technical Information | |
| Rated voltage | Uo/U = 18kV/30kV to 20kV/35kV |
| Max. permissible operating voltage in AC systems | Uo/U = 20.3kV/36kV to 24.3kV/42kV |
| Max. permissible operating voltage in DC systems | Uo/U = 27kV/45kV to 31.5kV/63kV |
| AC test voltage | 17kV to 50kV over 5 min, according to DIN VDE 0250, Part 813 |
| Current carrying capacity | The values are valid for permanent operation with DC or AC with 50 up to 50 Hz at 30°C ambient temperature. (In other respects DIN VDE 0295, Part 4 applies) |
| Maximum permissible operating temperature of the conductor | Permanent 90°C |
| Ambient temperature | When in motion: 40°C When stationary 40°C |
| Short circuit temperature of the conductor | 200°C |
| Tensile load | Up to 20 N/mm² copper cross-section |
| Torsional stresses | +/100°/m |
| Minimum bending radius | See \”Selection data\” |
| Resistance to mineral oil | acc. to DIN EN 6081121 VDE 0473 Part 81121 |
| Resistance to Ozone | acc. to DIN VDE 0282 Part 2, HD 22.2 Test type B |
| UV resistance | acc. to ISO 49822 Method A |
| Behaviour in case of fire | |
| Flame propagation, single cable | acc. to DIN EN 6033221 |
| Smoke emission, light transmittance | acc. to DIN EN 502582 |
| Test for corrosive and acid gas emission | acc. to DIN EN 5026723 |
♦ IEC 60228 Standards
IEC 60228 is an international standards that specifies the cross-sectional areas, wire sized, and resistance values for electrical cable conductors. It applies to a wide range of conductors, including solid, stranded, and flexible copper, aluminium, and aluminium alloy. The standard covers both conductors for fixed installations and flexible copper conductors.
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TRATOS | Electrical & Telecommunications Cables
Cable Specialists Founded in 1966
Innovative cable manufacturer Tratos, is a leader in Electrical, Electronic and Fibre Optic cable technology. Serving worldwide markets, creating bespoke solutions where necessary and manufacturing to an exceptionally high standard.
As well as the Tratos Dedalus & Tratos Wind (N)TSCGEHXOEU Renewable Energy MV HV Cables, Tratos proudly manufacture an extensive product variety, including single and multi conductor High Temperature, Fire Resistant, Low Smoke & Fume, Rubber, Energy Cables from Low Voltages & High Voltages up to 360kV, Railway, Motorway, Data, Fibre Optic, Oil & Gas, Plants & Petrochemical industry, Mining Cables & Tunnelling Cables, Shipwiring, Drum Reeling and Telecommunications. Tratos also produce Cathodic Protection, Airfield Lighting, Composite and bespoke cables, Cranes & Mobile Equipment, Trains, Transportation Infrastructure, Submarine, Military and Defence cables, special cables (Composite cables, Inverter cables, etc.), cables for special solution (Hazardous environment, Mud Resistant Cables, etc).
Thorne & Derrick are stockists and distributors for the Tratos Dedalus & Tratos Wind (N)TSCGEHXOEU Renewable Energy MV HV Cables ranges, as well as a selection of Tratos electrical products. We offer competitive pricing, exceptional customer service and fast worldwide delivery.
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