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SIWO-KUL B20 1x16 13,8/15 kV BK
SIWO-KUL B20 1x16 13,8/15 kV BK
The SIWO-KUL® B20 13.8/15 kV cable family is designed to provide maximum reliability in environments subject to high thermal, electrical, and mechanical stresses. Thanks to their high flexibility and resistance to thermal shock, oils, and other solvents, these cables ensure long-lasting performance in railway, marine, and energy-related industrial applications.
Read more- Nexans ref. : 10503824
- EAN : 7611755008574
Description
Description
Standards
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ProductCSA C22.2 N° 210-05; IEC 60228; UL 758
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InstallationIEC 60092
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TestIEC 60331; IEC 60332-1; IEC 60332-3-22; IEC 60332-3-24; IEC 60754-1; IEC 60754-2; IEC 61034
Applications
The SIWO-KUL® B20 13.8/15 kV cable range is specifically developed for:
- Connection of windings in rotating machines and medium voltage transformers
- Thermal insulation class F and H
- Wiring of power cabinets, converters, and motor controls
- Industrial installations exposed to high thermal stress
- Wind, marine, and railway OEM applications
Key Benefits
- High flexibility ideal for compact installations
- Excellent thermal resistance (-55°C to +180°C continuous operation)
- Patented technology ensuring minimal partial discharges (PD), even under high stress conditions
- Compatible with major impregnation resins
- Mechanical protection
- Good resistance to oils, UV radiation, and chemical agents
- High durability for long service life
- International approvals and certifications
- Fire performance
By choosing the SIWO-KUL® range, you opt for a flexible, robust, and durable cable designed to ensure high performance in the most demanding environments.
Characteristics
Characteristics
Construction characteristics
Construction characteristics
Conductor material
Tinned copper
Conductor flexibility
Flexible class 5
Insulation
Special Silicone
Halogen free
Yes
Outer sheath
Synthetic yarn braiding
Construction type
119 x 0.40
Dimensional characteristics
Dimensional characteristics
Conductor cross-section
16 mm²
Nominal outer diameter
14.2 mm
Approximate weight
290 kg/km
Conductor diameter
5.55 mm
Electrical characteristics
Electrical characteristics
Operating voltage
13.8 kV
Test voltage
31 kV
Max. DC resistance of the conductor at 20°C
1.24 Ohm/km
Breakdown voltage
50 kV
Breakdown field strength (kV/mm)
> 20
Loss factor tan d
< 10-2
Mechanical characteristics
Mechanical characteristics
Elongation at break of insulation (%)
> 250
Usage characteristics
Usage characteristics
Minimum static operating bending radius
84 mm
Operating temperature, range
-55 ... 180 °C
Chemical resistance
Good
Maximum operating temperature
180 °C
Minimum operating temperature
-55 °C
Oil resistance
Yes
Flame retardant
IEC 60332-1
Fire retardant
IEC 60332-3
Fire resistant
IEC 60331
Gases corrosivity
IEC 60754-1; IEC 60754-2
Smoke density
IEC 61034
Packaging
Cut to length
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