Nexans Euromold Separable Connectors | MV HV Elbows Tees Plugs – Interface C Compact

Interface C Compact – Nexans Euromold Connectors, Plugs, Elbows, Bushings & Surge Arresters

Nexans Euromold Interface C Compact separable connectors for terminating MV-HV cables (including XLPE EPR 11kV 17.5kV, 24kV, 33kV) – a complete range of elbow connectors for termination of medium/high voltage cables into switchgear, transformers, motors and substations up to 42kV.

Full supporting range of Euromold 33kV tee connectors, coupling connectors, straight connectors, surger arresters, test rods and installation tools suitable for Interface C Compact bushings according to CENELEC EN 50180 and 50181.

Euromold Interface C Compact connectors are suitable for termination of polymeric (XLPE EPR) insulated cables with copper wire or tape screen, wire armoured (SWA/AWA), wire braided or unarmoured cables into MV-HV Electrical Equipment with Interface C bushings.

6/10kV (12kV)
6.35/11kV (12kV)
8.7/15kV (17.5kV)
12/20kV (24kV)
12.7/22 (24kV)
18/30 (36kV)
19/33 (36kV)
20.8/36 (42kV)
Up to 42kV 630 Amps – 1250 Amps

➡ Blog: Euromold 600 Series Connectors Compact | Interface C Bushings

Interface C Compact Connectors

MV HV Euromold Products

Euromold 480TB Tee Connector
Euromold 484TB Tee Connector
Euromold 489TB Tee Connector
Euromold 800PB Coupling Connector
Euromold 804PB Coupling Connector
Euromold 809PB Coupling Connector
Euromold 450SR Straight Connector
Euromold 800SA Surge Arrester
Euromold 430TB Tee Connector
Euromold 300PBM Coupling Connector
Euromold 300SA Surge Arrester
Euromold 400TR & 800TR Test Rod
Euromold 400TK & 400SW Installation Tools

33kV Connectors Interface C

Short Circuit Ratings

Contact Type – Bolted
Connector Current Rating – 630A
RMS Symm
1 Sec – 28.0kA
2 Sec – 19.7kA
3 Sec – 16.1kA
Peak Asymm – 70kA
Cable Connector Voltage Um – 36kV

Contact Type – Bolted
Connector Current Rating – 1250A
RMS Symm
1 Sec – 75.0kA
2 Sec – 53.0kA
3 Sec – 16.1kA
Peak Asymm – >150kA
Cable Connector Voltage Um – 36kV

HV Connectors manufactured by Nexans Euromold to suit Interface C Compact bushings, 11kV-33kV. Call us to discuss your requirements for cable connectors, terminations and joints for 11kV-33kV high voltage power networks.

Nexans Euromold Connectors Bushings - Interface C Compact

Interface C Compact Bushings

Euromold 480TB Tee Connectors Up to 42kV 1250A

Euromold Separable Connector Type	Voltage Um (kV)	Current Ir (A)	Current lr (A)	Conductor Sizes (sqmm)
Euromold Separable Connector Type	Voltage Um (kV)	Current Ir (A)	When using a copper (CU-2) or a bolted (UN-5) conductor contact	min	max
480TB/G	11kV 12kV	630 Amps	1250 Amps	35	300
K480TB/G	11kV 24kV	630 Amps	1250 Amps	35	300
M480TB/G	11kV 24kV 36kV	630 Amps	1250 Amps	50	300
P480TB/G	11kV 24kV 36kV 42kV	630 Amps	1250 Amps	50	240

➡ For further information on Euromold Connectors for all other Interface Bushings please see the following information:

Nexans Euromold Separable Connectors MV HV Elbows Tees Plugs - Interface A

Nexans Euromold Separable Connectors MV HV Elbows Tees Plugs – Interface B

Nexans Euromold Separable Connectors MV HV Elbows Tees Plugs – Interface C Symmetrical

Nexans Euromold Separable Connectors MV HV Elbows Tees Plugs – Interface D

Nexans Euromold Separable Connectors MV HV Elbows Tees Plugs – Interface E

Euromold 480TB Ordering Instructions

Select the Nexans Euromold connector part number from the below table which provides the best centring to the cable core insulation diameter and substitute X according to your conductor size and type. For 24kV connectors as a “K”, add “M” for 33kV/36kV and add “P” for 42kV.

Euromold Connector Order Example – the MV-HV cable to be terminated is XLPE insulation 24kV with 150sqmm stranded copper conductor with a core insulation diameter over the medium/high voltage power cable of 27.5mm. Order Code: Nexans Euromold 3 x K480TB/G-18-95.240-UN-5.

Euromold 480TB Part Number	Dia. over core insulation (mm)
Euromold 480TB Part Number	min	max
3 x 480TB/G-11-X	12.0	17.5
3 x 480TB/G-16-X	17.0	23.5
3 x 480TB/G-18-X	19.0	28.0
3 x 480TB/G-22-X	23.5	32.0
3 x 480TB/G-27-X	28.5	37.5
3 x 480TB/G-30-X*	36.0	40.5

*Will include an adapted installation instruction.

Connectors Suitable For Copper & Aluminium Cables

Conductor Sizes (sqmm)	Aluminium Cable		Aluminium & Copper Conductor	Copper Cable
Conductor Sizes (sqmm)	DIN Hexagonal Crimp	Deep Indent Crimp	Bolted	DIN Hexagonal Crimp
35sqmm	35AL2	35AL1	16.95UN5	35CU2
50sqmm	50AL2	50AL1	16.95UN5, 50.150UN5	50CU2
70sqmm	70AL2	70AL1	16.95UN5, 50.150UN5	70CU2
95sqmm	95AL2	95AL1	16.95UN5, 50.150UN5, 95.240UN5	95CU2
120sqmm	120AL2	120AL1	50.150UN5, 95.240UN5, 120.300UN5	120CU2
150sqmm	150AL2	150AL1	50.150UN5, 95.240UN5, 120.300UN5	150CU2
185sqmm	185AL2	185AL1	95.240UN5, 120.300UN5	185CU2
240sqmm	240AL2	240AL1	95.240UN5, 120.300UN5	240CU2
300sqmm	300AL2	N/A	120.300UN5	300CU2

Interface C Bushing Connectors

Full supporting range of Euromold medium voltage accessories for use with Interface C connectors are available.

Nexans Dead-End Receptacles (12kV 400DR-B/G, 24kV K400DR-B/G, 36kV M400DR-B/G)

Receptable used to fit over a bushing with a type C Interface to provide “dead-end” function. Receptacle available with integral earth lead.

400DR-B/G Euromold

Nexans Euromold 400SOP-B Stand-Off Plugs (12kV 400SOP-B, K400SOP-B 24kV, M400SOP-B 36kV, P400SOP-B 42kV)

Stand-off plugs used to support and “dead-end” connectors with a type C Interface when removed from medium/high voltage electrical equipment.

400SOP-B Euromold

Nexans Euromold 400GP-B Earthing Plug (12kV, 24kV, 36kV, 42kV 800GP-B)

Earthing plug is designed to support and earth connectors with type C interface when removed from the equipment. Order 400GP-SBT for a version with a straight ball terminal bolt.

400GP-B Euromold

Nexans Euromold 800GP-B Earthing Plug (12kV, 24kV, 36kV, 42kV 800GP-B)

Earthing plug is designed to earth the Euromold 484TB and 804PB connectors when it is fixed mounted to the equipment (maintenance earthing). Order Euromold 800GP-SBT for a version with a straight ball terminal bolt.

800GP-B Euromold

Nexans Euromold 400BIPA Insulating Plugs (12kV 400BIPA, 24kV K400BIPA, 36kV M400BIPA, 42kV P400BIPA)

Acts as a tightening nut for the Euromold 400TE tee connector and Euromold 440TB connectors – the 400BIPA plug contains a voltage detection point.The conductive rubber protection cap is included.