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Weather-Resistant Cable (Plateau Region)
Engineered for high-altitude plateau regions worldwide, this weather-resistant DC cable serves photovoltaic power systems as the connection cable between generation equipment leads and module string combiners, rated up to DC 1.8kV. Built for intense UV exposure, extreme temperature swings, and multi-decade outdoor service, it delivers a service life of 25 years or more.
Key Features
Engineered for High-Altitude Solar Power Applications
Purpose-built for the intense UV exposure and extreme temperature swings of high-altitude plateau regions worldwide, this cable delivers long-term reliability in photovoltaic power systems.
Built for High-Altitude Plateau Regions
Designed to withstand the extreme UV, temperature, and weather conditions of plateau regions worldwide.
Rated up to DC 1.8kV
Suited for photovoltaic system generation leads and module string combiner connections.
125°C Cross-Linked Polyolefin Construction
Irradiation cross-linked polyolefin insulation and jacket provide strong thermal and electrical performance.
UV, Ozone & Thermal Cycling Resistant
Withstands intense UV exposure, ozone, and rapid temperature swings typical of high-altitude sites.
25+ Year Service Life
Engineered for long-term outdoor deployment with a rated service life of 25 years or more.
Optional Chemical Resistance
Additional acid/alkali resistance available for installations in chemically aggressive high-altitude sites.
OEM & ODM Capabilities
Custom-Engineered Plateau Cable Solutions
This cable can be configured in core count and cross-section to match specific photovoltaic system layouts across a range of high-altitude installation sites.
Custom Core Count (1-60 Cores)
Core count configured within a 1 to 60 core range to match photovoltaic system layout requirements.
Custom Conductor Cross-Section
Conductor cross-section configured to match current-carrying and voltage drop requirements.
Optional Ground Core
A yellow/green ground protection core can be added to the cable configuration on request.
Custom Voltage Configuration
Voltage rating configured up to DC 1.8kV to match photovoltaic system requirements.
Test Report Documentation Support
GB/T test report documentation available to support customer qualification needs.
Project-Specific Engineering Support
Small-batch prototyping and volume production supported for high-altitude solar power projects.
Technical Specifications
Electrical & Environmental Specifications
Electrical ratings are fixed by conductor size and insulation type, while core count is configurable within a 1 to 60 core range.
| Product Type | Weather-Resistant Cable (Plateau Region) |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Fine oxygen-free bare/tinned copper wire, multi-strand regular short-lay stranding, per IEC 60228 Cl.6 / VDE 0295 Cl.6 |
| Core Insulation | 125°C irradiation cross-linked polyolefin |
| Core Count | 1 to 60 cores |
| Outer Jacket | 125°C irradiation cross-linked polyolefin, black |
| Rated Voltage | Up to DC 1.8kV (photovoltaic systems) |
| Service Life | 25+ years |
| Application | Generation equipment leads and module string combiner connections |
| Attribute | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| UV & Ozone Resistance | Dedicated test protocols passed | High-altitude/high-UV rated |
| Flame Retardance | GB/T 18380.12-2008 | Vertical burning test |
| Acid/Alkali Resistance | GB/T 2951.21-2008 tested | Optional for chemically aggressive sites |
| Service Life | 25+ years | — |
| Layer | Material | Standard | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conductor | Fine oxygen-free bare/tinned copper wire | IEC 60228 Cl.6 / VDE 0295 Cl.6 | Carries electrical current | Multi-strand, regular short-lay stranding |
| Core Insulation | 125°C irradiation cross-linked polyolefin | — | Electrical & thermal insulation | — |
| Core Count | 1 to 60 cores | — | Configurable circuit count | Per project layout |
| Outer Jacket | 125°C irradiation cross-linked polyolefin | — | UV, ozone & weather resistance | Black, per product imagery |
Construction & Configuration
Cross-Linked Polyolefin Cable Structure
The plateau region cable pairs a fine oxygen-free copper conductor with 125°C cross-linked polyolefin insulation and jacket, configurable from 1 to 60 cores.
Fine Oxygen-Free Copper Conductor
Fine oxygen-free bare or tinned copper wire, multi-strand with regular short-lay stranding, per IEC 60228 / VDE 0295 Class 6.
125°C Cross-Linked Polyolefin Insulation
Irradiation cross-linked polyolefin insulation provides strong thermal and electrical performance.
Configurable 1-60 Core Count
Core count can be configured from 1 to 60 to match photovoltaic system connection requirements.
125°C Cross-Linked Polyolefin Outer Jacket
The same cross-linked polyolefin compound forms the outer jacket, providing UV and weather resistance.
UV & Ozone Resistant Construction
Materials and construction are verified against dedicated UV and ozone exposure test protocols.
25+ Year Rated Service Life
Materials and construction are engineered to support a service life of 25 years or more in outdoor deployment.
Standards & Test Documentation
Standards, Testing & Durability
This cable’s conductor complies with IEC 60228 / VDE 0295 Class 6, and its materials are verified through GB/T environmental test protocols for long-term high-altitude service.
IEC 60228 & VDE 0295 Class 6 Compliance
Conductor construction complies with IEC 60228 Class 6 and VDE 0295 Class 6 for fine stranded copper wire.
GB/T Environmental & Chemical Testing
Tested per GB/T 2951 series (thermal, humidity, low-temperature impact & bending, acid-alkali) and GB/T 18380.12-2008 vertical flame testing.
25+ Year High-Altitude Service Life
Engineered to withstand intense UV exposure, ozone, and extreme temperature cycling typical of high-altitude plateau regions worldwide.
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