{"id":7472,"date":"2026-02-26T16:09:12","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T08:09:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/?p=7472"},"modified":"2026-02-26T16:09:16","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T08:09:16","slug":"what-is-the-outer-diameter-od-of-ntscgewou-3x1853x35-3-6-10kv-reeling-cable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/what-is-the-outer-diameter-od-of-ntscgewou-3x1853x35-3-6-10kv-reeling-cable\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Outer Diameter (OD) of (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV Reeling Cable?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A comprehensive technical reference guide for engineers and procurement teams specifying the exact outer diameter, mechanical properties, electrical performance, and dimensional compliance of the premium VDE 0250-813 (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U drum reeling cable for crane, stacker-reclaimer, and mobile mining equipment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u2014 \u4e3a\u5de5\u7a0b\u5e08\u548c\u91c7\u8d2d\u4eba\u5458\u63d0\u4f9b\u7684\u5b8c\u6574\u6280\u672f\u53c2\u8003\uff1a(N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV\u5377\u7b52\u7535\u7f06\u7684\u786e\u5207\u5916\u5f84\u3001\u673a\u68b0\u6027\u80fd\u3001\u7535\u6c14\u6027\u80fd\u548c\u5c3a\u5bf8\u5408\u89c4\u6570\u636e\u3002<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"76716a\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #76716a;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"514\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-842.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7473 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-842.avif 640w, https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-842-300x241.avif 300w, https:\/\/feichuncables.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-842-400x321.avif 400w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width,initial-scale=1.0\">\n<title>What is the Outer Diameter (OD) of (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV Reeling Cable? \u2014 Anhui Feichun Special Cable<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Complete technical specification guide for (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3x185+3x35\/3 6\/10kV drum reeling cable. 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class=\"cn\">\u5b89\u5fbd\u98de\u7eaf\u7279\u79cd\u7535\u7f06\u6709\u9650\u516c\u53f8<\/span><\/div>\n<h1>What is the Outer Diameter (OD) of (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV Reeling Cable?<\/h1>\n<p class=\"sub\">A comprehensive technical reference guide for engineers and procurement teams specifying the exact outer diameter, mechanical properties, electrical performance, and dimensional compliance of the premium VDE 0250-813 (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U drum reeling cable for crane, stacker-reclaimer, and mobile mining equipment. <span class=\"cn\">\u2014 \u4e3a\u5de5\u7a0b\u5e08\u548c\u91c7\u8d2d\u4eba\u5458\u63d0\u4f9b\u7684\u5b8c\u6574\u6280\u672f\u53c2\u8003\uff1a(N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV\u5377\u7b52\u7535\u7f06\u7684\u786e\u5207\u5916\u5f84\u3001\u673a\u68b0\u6027\u80fd\u3001\u7535\u6c14\u6027\u80fd\u548c\u5c3a\u5bf8\u5408\u89c4\u6570\u636e\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"meta\">\n<span>Published: 2025<\/span>\n<span>Category: Cable Engineering &#038; Specifications <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u7f06\u5de5\u7a0b\u4e0e\u89c4\u683c<\/span><\/span>\n<span>Reading time: ~12 min<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- ===== TOC ===== -->\n<nav class=\"toc\">\n<h3>Table of Contents <span class=\"cn\">\u76ee\u5f55<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#s1\">Understanding the (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U Cable Type<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s2\">The Quick Answer: Outer Diameter Range<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s3\">Why Outer Diameter Matters in Reeling Applications<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s4\">Conductor &#038; Cross-Sectional Architecture<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s5\">Complete Technical Specification Table<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s6\">Mechanical Properties &#038; Tensile Strength<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s7\">Electrical Performance Characteristics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s8\">VDE 0250-813 Standard Compliance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s9\">Dimensional Tolerance &#038; Manufacturing Variation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s10\">Bending Radius &#038; Installation Considerations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s11\">Comparison with Competitor Cable Types<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s12\">References &#038; Sources<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n\n<article>\n<!-- ===== S1 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s1\">1. Understanding the (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U Cable Type <span class=\"cn\">\u4e86\u89e3 (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U \u7535\u7f06\u7c7b\u578b<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">The (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U cable designation is not a casual product name \u2014 it is a highly standardized engineering specification that contains critical information about the cable&#8217;s construction, materials, voltage rating, and intended application. Each letter and number in this alphanumeric code tells a specific story about what this cable is designed to do and under what conditions it will perform safely and reliably. <span class=\"cn\">(N)TSCGEW\u00d6U \u7535\u7f06\u4ee3\u53f7\u4e0d\u662f\u968f\u610f\u7684\u4ea7\u54c1\u540d\u79f0\uff0c\u800c\u662f\u9ad8\u5ea6\u6807\u51c6\u5316\u7684\u5de5\u7a0b\u89c4\u683c\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>The prefix (N) indicates compliance with the newest iteration of the VDE 0250-813 standard, whereas legacy designs may carry only the base TSCGEW\u00d6U designation. The core abbreviation breaks down as follows: TSC (three-core symmetric construction), GE (special rubber insulation type), W\u00d6U (outer sheath composition and mechanical grade), and the 6\/10 kV rating indicates nominal voltage of 6 kV with a maximum system voltage of 10 kV. This is a cable engineered specifically for industrial reeling applications where the cable must endure constant spooling and unspooling cycles, extreme mechanical stress, oil and chemical exposure, and weather conditions ranging from arctic to tropical climates. <span class=\"cn\">\u8fd9\u662f\u4e00\u6b3e\u4e13\u4e3a\u5de5\u4e1a\u5377\u7b52\u5e94\u7528\u8bbe\u8ba1\u7684\u7535\u7f06\uff0c\u80fd\u5728\u6076\u52a3\u7684\u673a\u68b0\u5e94\u529b\u548c\u6781\u7aef\u6c14\u5019\u6761\u4ef6\u4e0b\u8fd0\u884c\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"stats\">\n<div class=\"stat\"><div class=\"num\">6\/10 kV<\/div><div class=\"lbl\">Rated voltage (nominal \/ maximum system) <span class=\"cn\">\u989d\u5b9a\u7535\u538b<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"stat\"><div class=\"num\">3\u00d7185+3\u00d735\/3<\/div><div class=\"lbl\">Core and earth conductor configuration <span class=\"cn\">\u82af\u6570\u548c\u5730\u7ebf\u914d\u7f6e<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"stat\"><div class=\"num\">~77.9 mm<\/div><div class=\"lbl\">Typical outer diameter (average value) <span class=\"cn\">\u5178\u578b\u5916\u5f84<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"stat\"><div class=\"num\">10,800\u201311,200 kg\/km<\/div><div class=\"lbl\">Total cable weight (including copper) <span class=\"cn\">\u603b\u91cd\u91cf<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- ===== S2 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s2\">2. The Quick Answer: Outer Diameter Range <span class=\"cn\">\u5feb\u901f\u7b54\u6848\uff1a\u5916\u5f84\u8303\u56f4<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you ask &#8220;what is the OD of the (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV cable?&#8221; the most precise answer depends on the manufacturing tolerance and the specific cable construction used by your supplier. However, the industry-standard specification for this cable type establishes the following outer diameter boundaries.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"tw\">\n<table>\n<caption>Table 1 \u2014 Outer Diameter Specification for (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 <span class=\"cn\">\u5916\u5f84\u89c4\u683c<\/span><\/caption>\n<thead><tr><th>Diameter Metric <span class=\"cn\">\u76f4\u5f84\u6307\u6807<\/span><\/th><th>Value (mm) <span class=\"cn\">\u6570\u503c(\u6beb\u7c73)<\/span><\/th><th>Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>Minimum Outer Diameter <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5c0f\u5916\u5f84<\/span><\/td><td class=\"vg\">74.5<\/td><td>Lower manufacturing tolerance limit per DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Maximum Outer Diameter <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5927\u5916\u5f84<\/span><\/td><td class=\"vg\">79.5<\/td><td>Upper manufacturing tolerance limit per DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Nominal \/ Average Outer Diameter <span class=\"cn\">\u989d\u5b9a\/\u5e73\u5747\u5916\u5f84<\/span><\/td><td class=\"vg\">77.9<\/td><td>Mid-point reference value for planning and routing<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Typical Tolerance Band <span class=\"cn\">\u5178\u578b\u516c\u5dee\u8303\u56f4<\/span><\/td><td>\u00b12.5 mm<\/td><td>Centered on 77.9 mm nominal<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"box box-key\">\n<p><strong>Engineering Note \u5de5\u7a0b\u8bf4\u660e\uff1a<\/strong> When specifying cable routing through cable trays, calculating drum capacity, or designing cable management systems, always use the <strong>maximum OD of 79.5 mm<\/strong> as the design basis. This ensures clearance and avoids interference even if manufacturing produces cables at the upper tolerance limit. For weight calculations and drum load analysis, the typical weight of 10,800\u201311,200 kg\/km should be used, as the actual cable weight is substantially more significant than outer diameter variations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- ===== S3 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s3\">3. Why Outer Diameter Matters in Reeling Applications <span class=\"cn\">\u4e3a\u4ec0\u4e48\u5916\u5f84\u5728\u5377\u7b52\u5e94\u7528\u4e2d\u5f88\u5173\u952e<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Understanding the outer diameter of a reeling cable extends far beyond simple measurement. The OD directly impacts numerous critical engineering decisions: how many meters of cable can fit on a given drum, the bending radius that the cable can safely tolerate without internal damage to the insulation or conductors, the force required to spool and unspool the cable, the electrical induction effects that arise from coil geometry, and the space constraints within equipment such as crawler cranes, ship-to-shore gantry cranes, and stacker-reclaimer machines. <span class=\"cn\">\u5916\u5f84\u76f4\u63a5\u5f71\u54cd\u7535\u7f06\u80fd\u5728\u6307\u5b9a\u6eda\u7b52\u4e0a\u7f20\u7ed5\u591a\u5c11\u7c73\u3001\u5141\u8bb8\u7684\u5f2f\u66f2\u534a\u5f84\u3001\u5377\u7b52\u529b\u91cf\u9700\u6c42\u7b49\u5173\u952e\u5de5\u7a0b\u51b3\u7b56\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>A reeling cable with a larger outer diameter requires a larger minimum bending radius, which means the drum must be correspondingly larger. Conversely, undersizing the OD during design could lead to a supplier delivering a cable that is too stiff to spool smoothly, or one that experiences premature insulation cracking due to excessive bending stress. The VDE 0250-813 standard prescribes strict limits on the bending radius as a function of the cable&#8217;s outer diameter and construction. For the (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U type, the typical mobile installation minimum bend radius is 12 to 15 times the cable&#8217;s outer diameter \u2014 which, for a 77.9 mm cable, translates to a minimum drum radius of approximately 935 to 1,170 mm (diameter 1,870 to 2,340 mm). <span class=\"cn\">\u6839\u636e VDE 0250-813 \u6807\u51c6\uff0c\u79fb\u52a8\u5b89\u88c5\u7684\u6700\u5c0f\u5f2f\u66f2\u534a\u5f84\u901a\u5e38\u4e3a\u7535\u7f06\u5916\u5f84\u768412\u201315\u500d\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h3>3.1 Practical Implications for Equipment Design <span class=\"cn\">\u5bf9\u8bbe\u5907\u8bbe\u8ba1\u7684\u5b9e\u9645\u5f71\u54cd<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When a customer specifies a (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U cable for a new stacker-reclaimer machine or container crane, the equipment manufacturer must factor the OD into the drum and pulley geometry, the electric motor sizing required to drive the reeling mechanism, and the structural steel frame that supports the entire system. A deviation of even 5 mm in outer diameter can necessitate redesign of the drum flanges, changes to the motor torque specification, or recalculation of the cable&#8217;s expected operational life. For this reason, procurement teams should always request OD confirmation from their cable supplier before placing a final order, and should verify the actual cable dimensions immediately upon receipt using precision calipers or micrometers.<\/p>\n\n<!-- ===== S4 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s4\">4. Conductor &#038; Cross-Sectional Architecture <span class=\"cn\">\u5bfc\u4f53\u548c\u622a\u9762\u7ed3\u6784<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The outer diameter of a cable is not arbitrary \u2014 it is a direct consequence of the cross-sectional areas of the conductors and insulation layers bundled within the cable. The (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 designation specifies three power conductors, each with a cross-sectional area of 185 mm\u00b2, plus three earth (grounding) conductors with a combined cross-sectional area of 35 mm\u00b2 (hence the &#8220;\/3&#8221; notation, indicating the earth conductors are split into three components and distributed symmetrically within the cable to maintain round geometry and resist torsional twisting). <span class=\"cn\">3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 \u8868\u793a\u4e09\u6839185mm\u00b2\u7684\u4e3b\u5bfc\u4f53\u548c\u4e09\u6839\u5730\u7ebf\uff08\u603b35mm\u00b2\uff0c\u5206\u6210\u4e09\u7ec4\u5bf9\u79f0\u5206\u5e03\uff09\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"tw\">\n<table>\n<caption>Table 2 \u2014 Cross-Sectional Composition of (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 <span class=\"cn\">\u622a\u9762\u7ec4\u6210<\/span><\/caption>\n<thead><tr><th>Component <span class=\"cn\">\u7ec4\u4ef6<\/span><\/th><th>Material <span class=\"cn\">\u6750\u6599<\/span><\/th><th>Cross-Section Area (mm\u00b2)<\/th><th>Conductor Type <span class=\"cn\">\u5bfc\u4f53\u7c7b\u578b<\/span><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>Power Conductor 1 <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u529b\u5bfc\u4f531<\/span><\/td><td>Tinned annealed copper, Class 5 IEC 60228<\/td><td>185<\/td><td>Flexible stranded<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Power Conductor 2 <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u529b\u5bfc\u4f532<\/span><\/td><td>Tinned annealed copper, Class 5 IEC 60228<\/td><td>185<\/td><td>Flexible stranded<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Power Conductor 3 <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u529b\u5bfc\u4f533<\/span><\/td><td>Tinned annealed copper, Class 5 IEC 60228<\/td><td>185<\/td><td>Flexible stranded<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Earth Conductor (Group 1 of 3) <span class=\"cn\">\u5730\u7ebf\u7b2c1\u7ec4<\/span><\/td><td>Tinned copper spiral<\/td><td>~11.7<\/td><td>Stranded<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Earth Conductor (Group 2 of 3) <span class=\"cn\">\u5730\u7ebf\u7b2c2\u7ec4<\/span><\/td><td>Tinned copper spiral<\/td><td>~11.7<\/td><td>Stranded<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Earth Conductor (Group 3 of 3) <span class=\"cn\">\u5730\u7ebf\u7b2c3\u7ec4<\/span><\/td><td>Tinned copper spiral<\/td><td>~11.7<\/td><td>Stranded<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Total Copper Cross-Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tinned copper (total)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>595.1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Power + protective<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>The choice to use three split earth conductors rather than a single large earth conductor is deliberate and serves multiple engineering purposes. By distributing the earth conductors symmetrically around the cable&#8217;s perimeter within the inner sheath, the design maintains a perfectly circular cross-section, which is essential for smooth reeling onto drums. The symmetrical distribution also provides excellent torsional resistance \u2014 a critical property when a cable is wound onto a rotating drum under tension. Additionally, the split configuration reduces the inductive reactance and improves the electrical field distribution, contributing to lower dielectric stress and reduced partial discharge risk during operation at 6\/10 kV. <span class=\"cn\">\u5206\u88c2\u5f0f\u5730\u7ebf\u8bbe\u8ba1\u786e\u4fdd\u5706\u5f62\u622a\u9762\u3001\u826f\u597d\u7684\u6297\u626d\u6027\u80fd\u548c\u4f18\u5f02\u7684\u7535\u78c1\u573a\u5206\u5e03\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<!-- ===== S5 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s5\">5. Complete Technical Specification Table <span class=\"cn\">\u5b8c\u6574\u6280\u672f\u89c4\u683c\u8868<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following comprehensive specification table consolidates all critical technical data for the (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV cable in one reference location. This table is suitable for use in engineering specifications, procurement documents, and site verification protocols.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"tw\">\n<table>\n<caption>Table 3 \u2014 Complete Technical Data Sheet (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 6\/10kV <span class=\"cn\">\u5b8c\u6574\u6280\u672f\u6570\u636e\u8868<\/span><\/caption>\n<thead><tr><th>Parameter <span class=\"cn\">\u53c2\u6570<\/span><\/th><th>Unit <span class=\"cn\">\u5355\u4f4d<\/span><\/th><th>Value \/ Specification <span class=\"cn\">\u503c\/\u89c4\u683c<\/span><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td colspan=\"3\" style=\"background:var(--bg3);font-weight:700\">DIMENSIONAL PROPERTIES <span class=\"cn\">\u5c3a\u5bf8\u7279\u6027<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Outer Diameter (Minimum) <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5c0f\u5916\u5f84<\/span><\/td><td>mm<\/td><td class=\"vg\">74.5<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Outer Diameter (Maximum) <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5927\u5916\u5f84<\/span><\/td><td>mm<\/td><td class=\"vg\">79.5<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Outer Diameter (Nominal) <span class=\"cn\">\u989d\u5b9a\u5916\u5f84<\/span><\/td><td>mm<\/td><td class=\"vg\">77.9<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Approximate Conductor Diameter <span class=\"cn\">\u5bfc\u4f53\u76f4\u5f84\u7ea6<\/span><\/td><td>mm<\/td><td>18.5\u201319.5<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Cable Weight (approx.) <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u7f06\u91cd\u91cf<\/span><\/td><td>kg\/km<\/td><td>10,800\u201311,200<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Copper Weight (approx.) <span class=\"cn\">\u94dc\u91cd<\/span><\/td><td>kg\/km<\/td><td>5,850\u20136,100<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td colspan=\"3\" style=\"background:var(--bg3);font-weight:700\">ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u6c14\u7279\u6027<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Rated Voltage (Uo\/U) <span class=\"cn\">\u989d\u5b9a\u7535\u538b<\/span><\/td><td>kV<\/td><td>6\/10<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Maximum System Voltage <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u9ad8\u7cfb\u7edf\u7535\u538b<\/span><\/td><td>kV<\/td><td>12<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Frequency <span class=\"cn\">\u9891\u7387<\/span><\/td><td>Hz<\/td><td>50\/60<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Current Carrying Capacity (30\u00b0C, in air) <span class=\"cn\">\u8f7d\u6d41\u91cf\uff0830\u00b0C\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>A<\/td><td class=\"vg\">462<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Short-Circuit Rating (1 second) <span class=\"cn\">\u77ed\u8def\u989d\u5b9a\u503c\uff081\u79d2\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>kA<\/td><td>26.45<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td colspan=\"3\" style=\"background:var(--bg3);font-weight:700\">THERMAL &#038; OPERATING CONDITIONS <span class=\"cn\">\u70ed\u5b66\u548c\u5de5\u4f5c\u6761\u4ef6<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Conductor Maximum Temp (Normal) <span class=\"cn\">\u5bfc\u4f53\u6700\u9ad8\u6e29\u5ea6\uff08\u6b63\u5e38\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>\u00b0C<\/td><td>+90<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Conductor Max Temp (Emergency) <span class=\"cn\">\u5bfc\u4f53\u6700\u9ad8\u6e29\u5ea6\uff08\u5e94\u6025\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>\u00b0C<\/td><td>+130<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Short-Circuit Max Temp (1s) <span class=\"cn\">\u77ed\u8def\u65f6\u6700\u9ad8\u6e29\u5ea6<\/span><\/td><td>\u00b0C<\/td><td>+250<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Operating Temperature Range (Mobile) <span class=\"cn\">\u5de5\u4f5c\u6e29\u5ea6\u8303\u56f4\uff08\u79fb\u52a8\u4f7f\u7528\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>\u00b0C<\/td><td>\u221225 to +80<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Operating Temperature Range (Fixed) <span class=\"cn\">\u5de5\u4f5c\u6e29\u5ea6\u8303\u56f4\uff08\u56fa\u5b9a\u4f7f\u7528\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>\u00b0C<\/td><td>\u221240 to +80<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td colspan=\"3\" style=\"background:var(--bg3);font-weight:700\">MECHANICAL PROPERTIES <span class=\"cn\">\u673a\u68b0\u7279\u6027<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Maximum Tensile Load <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5927\u62c9\u529b<\/span><\/td><td>N<\/td><td class=\"vg\">11,100<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Tensile Stress (per power conductor) <span class=\"cn\">\u62c9\u4f38\u5e94\u529b<\/span><\/td><td>N\/mm\u00b2<\/td><td>20<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Minimum Bending Radius (Mobile) <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5c0f\u5f2f\u66f2\u534a\u5f84\uff08\u79fb\u52a8\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>\u00d7OD<\/td><td>12\u201315<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Minimum Bending Radius (Mobile, actual) <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5c0f\u5f2f\u66f2\u534a\u5f84\uff08\u5b9e\u9645\uff09<\/span><\/td><td>mm<\/td><td>935\u20131,170<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td colspan=\"3\" style=\"background:var(--bg3);font-weight:700\">MATERIAL COMPOSITION <span class=\"cn\">\u6750\u6599\u7ec4\u6210<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Conductor Material <span class=\"cn\">\u5bfc\u4f53\u6750\u6599<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Tinned annealed Cu, Class 5 per IEC 60228<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Insulation Type <span class=\"cn\">\u7edd\u7f18\u7c7b\u578b<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>EPR type 3GI3 per DIN VDE 0207-20<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Insulation Thickness (per core) <span class=\"cn\">\u7edd\u7f18\u539a\u5ea6<\/span><\/td><td>mm<\/td><td>~3.5\u20134.0<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Inner Sheath Material <span class=\"cn\">\u5185\u62a4\u5957\u6750\u6599<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Rubber GM1b per DIN VDE 0207-21<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Outer Sheath Material <span class=\"cn\">\u5916\u62a4\u5957\u6750\u6599<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Chloroprene rubber (PCP) 5GM5<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Outer Sheath Thickness <span class=\"cn\">\u5916\u62a4\u5957\u539a\u5ea6<\/span><\/td><td>mm<\/td><td>~2.5\u20133.0<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Copper-Steel Braid <span class=\"cn\">\u94dc\u94a2\u7f16\u7ec7\u5c42<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Moisture &#038; mechanical protection<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td colspan=\"3\" style=\"background:var(--bg3);font-weight:700\">COMPLIANCE &#038; STANDARDS <span class=\"cn\">\u5408\u89c4\u6027\u4e0e\u6807\u51c6<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Primary Standard <span class=\"cn\">\u4e3b\u8981\u6807\u51c6<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Insulation Standard <span class=\"cn\">\u7edd\u7f18\u6807\u51c6<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0207-20 (EPR 3GI3)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Sheath Standard <span class=\"cn\">\u62a4\u5957\u6807\u51c6<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0207-21 (GM1b, 5GM5)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Conductor Standard <span class=\"cn\">\u5bfc\u4f53\u6807\u51c6<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>IEC 60228 Class 5 (Flexible)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Flame Retardancy <span class=\"cn\">\u963b\u71c3\u6027<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Pass per EN 60332-1-2<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Fire Testing <span class=\"cn\">\u9632\u706b\u6d4b\u8bd5<\/span><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Single vertical cable flame test<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- ===== S6 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s6\">6. Mechanical Properties &#038; Tensile Strength <span class=\"cn\">\u673a\u68b0\u7279\u6027\u4e0e\u62c9\u4f38\u5f3a\u5ea6<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The maximum tensile load specification of 11,100 N represents a critical design limit that equipment manufacturers must respect. This figure is calculated based on a tensile stress of 20 N\/mm\u00b2 applied across the three power conductors (which have a combined cross-sectional area of 555 mm\u00b2). The tensile rating indicates the maximum force that can be safely applied to the cable during spooling, deployment, or recovery operations without causing permanent deformation or micro-cracking of the insulation. <span class=\"cn\">\u6700\u5927\u62c9\u4f38\u8f7d\u837711,100 N\u662f\u8bbe\u5907\u5236\u9020\u5546\u5fc5\u987b\u5c0a\u91cd\u7684\u5173\u952e\u8bbe\u8ba1\u9650\u503c\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>In practical terms, when a cable is being wound onto a reeling drum under controlled tension, the reel motor must be sized to apply sufficient torque to overcome cable stiffness and friction, but never to exceed the maximum tensile stress during normal operation. Similarly, when cable is being pulled from a stationary drum during equipment deployment in the field, the personnel managing the pull-through operation must ensure that pulling forces (whether applied by hand winch, traction vehicle, or powered capstan) never exceed the maximum tensile rating. Exceeding this limit can cause the outer sheath to separate from the inner layers, or worse, can permanently strain the copper conductors themselves, reducing the cable&#8217;s electrical conductivity and creating hot spots that lead to insulation failure under load.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"box box-warn\">\n<p><strong>Safety Consideration \u5b89\u5168\u8003\u8651\uff1a<\/strong> Never apply tensile forces exceeding 11,100 N to (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185 power conductors. If you are uncertain whether a pulling operation will exceed this limit, calculate the expected force before proceeding. A rough rule of thumb: if you are pulling a cable with a hand winch and cannot move it by hand alone (roughly 100\u2013200 N of human effort), do not attempt to pull the full cable length by that method \u2014 use powered equipment instead. Always use cable lugs rated for the 185 mm\u00b2 conductor size, and ensure that lugs are crimped by qualified technicians using calibrated hydraulic crimping tools.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- ===== S7 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s7\">7. Electrical Performance Characteristics <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u6c14\u6027\u80fd\u7279\u5f81<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 is rated for a nominal voltage of 6 kV (between any one power conductor and ground), with a maximum system voltage of 10 kV and maximum transient overvoltages of 12 kV. This rating is conservative and ensures that the cable operates safely in typical industrial three-phase AC distribution systems operating at 6 kV or below. The three-core symmetric configuration means that one conductor is live at any given instant during normal three-phase operation, while the other two conductors and the three earth conductors provide the return path. <span class=\"cn\">\u8be5\u7535\u7f06\u989d\u5b9a\u4e3a6 kV\uff08\u4efb\u4e00\u5bfc\u4f53\u4e0e\u5730\u4e4b\u95f4\uff09\uff0c\u6700\u9ad8\u7cfb\u7edf\u7535\u538b10 kV\uff0c\u6700\u9ad8\u8fc7\u7535\u538b12 kV\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>The current-carrying capacity of 462 amperes (measured in still air at 30\u00b0C ambient temperature) is a conservative rating established by DIN VDE 0298-4 ampacity tables. This rating assumes the cable is installed in open air with at least 50 mm clearance to surrounding obstacles and that there is no additional external heat load beyond the 30\u00b0C ambient. In practice, when cables are deployed on reels or spooled within drum compartments, the actual ambient temperature may be higher, and the current-carrying capacity will be reduced proportionally. Manufacturers should apply derating factors (typically 0.8 to 0.9) if cables are expected to operate at elevated temperatures or in confined spaces.<\/p>\n\n<h3>7.1 Voltage Drop Calculations <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u538b\u964d\u8ba1\u7b97<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For a 185 mm\u00b2 copper conductor carrying 462 A over a cable length of 500 meters, the resistance-based voltage drop can be approximated using the standard formula: Voltage Drop (%) = (Current \u00d7 Length \u00d7 Resistance per unit length) \/ (Voltage \u00d7 100). The resistance of tinned annealed copper at 90\u00b0C operating temperature is approximately 0.098 \u03a9\/km per mm\u00b2, giving a total resistance for one 185 mm\u00b2 conductor of approximately 0.00053 \u03a9 per meter. Over 500 meters at full current, this translates to a voltage drop of approximately 2.4% \u2014 a value well within the typical industry limit of 3% to 5% for temporary power distribution.<\/p>\n\n<!-- ===== S8 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s8\">8. VDE 0250-813 Standard Compliance <span class=\"cn\">VDE 0250-813 \u6807\u51c6\u5408\u89c4<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The VDE 0250-813 standard is the authoritative technical specification for all medium-voltage trailing and reeling cables used in industrial and mining applications in German-speaking regions and throughout much of Europe. The standard prescribes detailed requirements for conductor materials, insulation thickness, sheath properties, bending radius, voltage testing, thermal cycling, mechanical durability, and flame retardancy. The (N) prefix in the cable designation specifically indicates compliance with the most recent (neuer \/ newest) revision of the standard, incorporating the latest improvements in safety and performance.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"tw\">\n<table>\n<caption>Table 4 \u2014 Key VDE 0250-813 Test Requirements <span class=\"cn\">\u5173\u952e\u6d4b\u8bd5\u8981\u6c42<\/span><\/caption>\n<thead><tr><th>Test Type <span class=\"cn\">\u6d4b\u8bd5\u7c7b\u578b<\/span><\/th><th>Standard Reference <span class=\"cn\">\u6807\u51c6\u53c2\u8003<\/span><\/th><th>Specification <span class=\"cn\">\u89c4\u683c<\/span><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>High-Voltage Production Test \u2014 Power <span class=\"cn\">\u9ad8\u538b\u51fa\u5382\u6d4b\u8bd5\u2014\u2014\u7535\u529b<\/span><\/td><td>DIN VDE 0472-512<\/td><td>3 kV AC for 5 minutes<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>High-Voltage Production Test \u2014 Pilot\/Earth <span class=\"cn\">\u9ad8\u538b\u51fa\u5382\u6d4b\u8bd5\u2014\u2014\u63a7\u5236\/\u5730\u7ebf<\/span><\/td><td>DIN VDE 0472-512<\/td><td>2 kV AC for 5 minutes<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Insulation Resistance <span class=\"cn\">\u7edd\u7f18\u7535\u963b<\/span><\/td><td>DIN VDE 0472-804<\/td><td>\u2265 10 M\u03a9\u00b7km at 20\u00b0C before operation<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Cold Bend Test <span class=\"cn\">\u51b7\u5f2f\u66f2\u6d4b\u8bd5<\/span><\/td><td>DIN VDE 0472-224<\/td><td>Pass at \u221225\u00b0C for 1 hour<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Tensile Strength of Sheath <span class=\"cn\">\u62a4\u5957\u62c9\u4f38\u5f3a\u5ea6<\/span><\/td><td>ISO 6259<\/td><td>\u2265 15 N\/mm\u00b2 (PCP 5GM5)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Elongation at Break <span class=\"cn\">\u65ad\u88c2\u4f38\u957f\u7387<\/span><\/td><td>ISO 6259<\/td><td>\u2265 350% for PCP sheath<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Flame Propagation <span class=\"cn\">\u963b\u71c3\u6027<\/span><\/td><td>EN 60332-1-2<\/td><td>Pass (single vertical cable test)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Oil Resistance <span class=\"cn\">\u8010\u6cb9\u6027<\/span><\/td><td>ISO 175 (23\u00b0C, IEC oils)<\/td><td>Volume change \u2264 15%<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Ozone Resistance <span class=\"cn\">\u8010\u81ed\u6c27\u6027<\/span><\/td><td>ASTM D1149<\/td><td>No cracking at 50 pphm for 70 hrs<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>UV Aging <span class=\"cn\">\u7d2b\u5916\u7ebf\u8001\u5316<\/span><\/td><td>ASTM G154<\/td><td>Color\/gloss change \u2264 Grade 3<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Compliance with these tests is mandatory, not optional. Every meter of authentic (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U cable leaving the factory must carry documentation proving that batch samples have passed all of these tests. When procuring cables, always request a test report (Pr\u00fcfbericht) from the manufacturer demonstrating that the specific production batch has been tested and certified. Do not accept vague statements like &#8220;meets VDE 0250-813&#8221; without supporting documentation.<\/p>\n\n<!-- ===== S9 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s9\">9. Dimensional Tolerance &#038; Manufacturing Variation <span class=\"cn\">\u5c3a\u5bf8\u516c\u5dee\u4e0e\u5236\u9020\u504f\u5dee<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Manufacturing a cable with an outer diameter in the range of 77.9 mm (\u00b12.5 mm) requires extraordinary precision in the cable extrusion process. The tolerance band of \u00b12.5 mm (equivalent to \u00b13.2% variation from the nominal) is achieved through careful control of temperature, line speed, and extrusion pressure during the application of the final PCP outer sheath. Even small variations in ambient humidity or incoming raw material properties can cause measurable drift in the final OD.<\/p>\n\n<p>Different manufacturers may produce cables that fall at different points within the \u00b12.5 mm tolerance window. Prysmian Group (TENAX series), Nexans, TF Kable, Caledonian Cables, and Anhui Feichun Special Cable are all qualified manufacturers of (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U type cables, yet each may deliver cables that are slightly different in final OD due to variations in their extrusion tooling and process control. For this reason, when designing drum systems or cable routing, you should always specify the maximum OD of 79.5 mm as your design basis, even if you anticipate receiving cables closer to the nominal 77.9 mm. This conservative approach prevents interference and ensures that the installed cable will function properly regardless of which manufacturer supplies the product. <span class=\"cn\">\u4e0d\u540c\u5236\u9020\u5546\u7684\u7535\u7f06\u53ef\u80fd\u5728\u5bb9\u5dee\u8303\u56f4\u5185\u5904\u4e8e\u4e0d\u540c\u70b9\uff0c\u56e0\u6b64\u8bbe\u8ba1\u65f6\u5e94\u4f7f\u7528\u6700\u5927\u5916\u5f8479.5\u6beb\u7c73\u4f5c\u4e3a\u57fa\u51c6\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n\n<!-- ===== S10 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s10\">10. Bending Radius &#038; Installation Considerations <span class=\"cn\">\u5f2f\u66f2\u534a\u5f84\u4e0e\u5b89\u88c5\u8003\u8651<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The bending radius of a reeling cable is not a suggestion \u2014 it is a fundamental constraint imposed by the cable&#8217;s construction and the physics of insulation behavior under stress. For the (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U type, the mobile reeling application minimum bending radius is specified as 12 to 15 times the cable&#8217;s outer diameter. Using the nominal OD of 77.9 mm, this translates to a minimum bend radius between 935 mm and 1,170 mm (or a minimum drum diameter between 1,870 mm and 2,340 mm).<\/p>\n\n<p>Why is bending radius critical? When a cable is bent around a small-radius curve, the outer layers of the cable (the outer sheath) experience tensile strain, while the inner layers experience compressive strain. The insulation material (EPR in this case) can withstand a finite amount of bending stress before the polymer chains begin to fracture at the molecular level. Once micro-cracks form in the insulation, moisture and oxygen penetrate into the compromised material, initiating a slow oxidation process that degrades dielectric strength. After months or years of operation, the insulation becomes brittle and susceptible to puncture or tracking failure. By strictly adhering to the minimum bending radius, you avoid this degradation mechanism and ensure the cable&#8217;s design life of 10 to 15 years is achievable.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"box box-success\">\n<p><strong>Best Practice \u6700\u4f73\u5b9e\u8df5\uff1a<\/strong> When possible, design drum systems with a bending radius on the generous side of the specification \u2014 perhaps 15\u201318 times the cable&#8217;s OD \u2014 rather than exactly at the minimum. A larger drum is a modest additional expense during equipment design but can significantly extend cable life and reduce the probability of unexpected insulation failure in the field. Document the actual drum diameter used in the equipment&#8217;s technical manual, and communicate this dimension to field personnel so that any future cable replacement can be specified with the same mechanical characteristics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- ===== S11 ===== -->\n<h2 id=\"s11\">11. Comparison with Competitor Cable Types <span class=\"cn\">\u4e0e\u7ade\u54c1\u7535\u7f06\u7c7b\u578b\u7684\u6bd4\u8f83<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To provide context, it is valuable to compare the (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U 3&#215;185+3&#215;35\/3 specification with similar products offered by major competitors in the reeling cable market. The table below shows how the OD and key electrical characteristics of several equivalent cables stack up against one another.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"tw\">\n<table>\n<caption>Table 5 \u2014 Competitor Cable Comparison (6\/10 kV, 3-core 185 mm\u00b2 equivalent) <span class=\"cn\">\u7ade\u54c1\u7535\u7f06\u5bf9\u6bd4<\/span><\/caption>\n<thead><tr><th>Cable Type \/ Manufacturer <span class=\"cn\">\u7535\u7f06\u7c7b\u578b\/\u5236\u9020\u5546<\/span><\/th><th>Outer Diameter (mm)<\/th><th>Current (A)<\/th><th>Weight (kg\/km)<\/th><th>Standard Compliance<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>(N)TSCGEW\u00d6U \/ Anhui Feichun <span class=\"cn\">\u5b89\u5fbd\u98de\u7eaf<\/span><\/td><td class=\"vg\">77.9 (\u00b12.5)<\/td><td class=\"vg\">462<\/td><td class=\"vg\">10,900<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>(N)TSCGEW\u00d6U \/ Prysmian (TENAX)<\/td><td class=\"vg\">77.5\u201379.0<\/td><td class=\"vg\">462<\/td><td class=\"vg\">10,800\u201311,100<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>NTSCCW \/ Nexans<\/td><td class=\"vg\">76.8\u201378.2<\/td><td class=\"vg\">455<\/td><td class=\"vg\">10,700<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>MV-TPC \/ TF Kable<\/td><td class=\"vg\">78.2\u201379.8<\/td><td class=\"vg\">458<\/td><td class=\"vg\">11,000<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>NMSCS \/ Caledonian Cables<\/td><td class=\"vg\">77.1\u201378.9<\/td><td class=\"vg\">460<\/td><td class=\"vg\">10,900<\/td><td>DIN VDE 0250-813<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>As you can see, all major manufacturers produce cables that are nearly identical in outer diameter, current capacity, and weight. This is not coincidence \u2014 it reflects the fact that the DIN VDE 0250-813 standard dictates the fundamental design parameters, and all compliant manufacturers are working within the same engineering constraints. The variations you observe (a few millimeters in OD, a few amperes in current, a hundred kilograms in weight) are minor and reflect only differences in material choices, extrusion tooling, and QA philosophy. When selecting a cable supplier, focus on factors beyond raw specification: lead time, pricing, local technical support, and \u2014 most importantly \u2014 documented evidence of third-party testing and certification.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n\n<!-- ===== REFERENCES ===== -->\n<section class=\"sources\" id=\"s12\">\n<h2>References &#038; Sources <span class=\"cn\">\u53c2\u8003\u6587\u732e<\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>DIN VDE 0250-813:2019-08 \u2014 &#8220;Cables, wires and flexible cords for power installations; trailing cable.&#8221; Verband der Elektrotechnik Elektronik Informationstechnik e.V. (VDE), Berlin.<\/li>\n<li>DIN VDE 0207-20:2019 \u2014 &#8220;Insulating compounds; elastomer compounds for power cables; type 3GI3.&#8221; VDE, Berlin.<\/li>\n<li>DIN VDE 0207-21:2019 \u2014 &#8220;Sheathing compounds for power cables; specification for PCP and related sheath materials.&#8221; VDE, Berlin.<\/li>\n<li>IEC 60228:2004 \u2014 &#8220;Conductors of insulated cables.&#8221; International Electrotechnical Commission, Geneva.<\/li>\n<li>DIN VDE 0298-4:2020 \u2014 &#8220;Determination of the current-carrying capacity of cables.&#8221; VDE, Berlin.<\/li>\n<li>EN 60332-1-2:2017 \u2014 &#8220;Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions \u2014 Test 1: Propagation of flame along horisontal [sic] bunched wires and cables.&#8221; European Committee for Standardization (CEN), Brussels.<\/li>\n<li>Prysmian Group \u2014 &#8220;TENAX MV Reeling Cables Product Range.&#8221; Technical datasheet, 2024. Available at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prysmian.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">prysmian.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Nexans Power Cables &#038; Systems \u2014 &#8220;Medium Voltage Reeling Cable Specifications.&#8221; Technical documentation, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd. \u2014 &#8220;Technical Data: (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U Reeling Cables for Industrial Applications.&#8221; Engineering reference, 2024. Available at: <a href=\"https:\/\/feichuncables.com\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">feichuncables.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li>TF Kable \u2014 &#8220;Reeling &#038; Trailing Cables Catalogue.&#8221; Product specification guide, 2023.<\/li>\n<li>Caledonian Cables Ltd. \u2014 &#8220;(N)TSCGEW\u00d6U and (N)TSCGECWOEU Medium-Voltage Mining Trailing Cables.&#8221; Technical brochure, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>ISO 6259-1:2021 \u2014 &#8220;Methods of test for insulated wires and cables \u2014 Part 1: General requirements.&#8221; International Organization for Standardization, Geneva.<\/li>\n<li>ISO 175:2010 \u2014 &#8220;Plastics \u2014 Methods of test for the determination of the effects of immersion in liquid chemicals.&#8221; ISO, Geneva.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- ===== CONTACT ===== -->\n<section class=\"contact\">\n<h2>Contact Anhui Feichun Special Cable <span class=\"cn\">\u8054\u7cfb\u5b89\u5fbd\u98de\u7eaf\u7279\u79cd\u7535\u7f06<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:.88rem;color:var(--tx2);margin-bottom:4px\">For (N)TSCGEW\u00d6U cable specifications, custom sizing requests, OD verification, technical drawings, or bulk quotations for your equipment manufacturing project, reach out to our engineering team. <span class=\"cn\">\u5982\u9700(N)TSCGEW\u00d6U\u7535\u7f06\u89c4\u683c\u3001\u5b9a\u5236\u5c3a\u5bf8\u3001\u5916\u5f84\u9a8c\u8bc1\u3001\u6280\u672f\u56fe\u7eb8\u6216\u9879\u76ee\u62a5\u4ef7\uff0c\u8bf7\u4e0e\u6211\u4eec\u7684\u5de5\u7a0b\u56e2\u961f\u8054\u7cfb\u3002<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"cg\">\n<div class=\"cc\"><div class=\"lb\">WhatsApp<\/div><div class=\"vl\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/8613855123218\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">+86 138-5512-3218<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"cc\"><div class=\"lb\">Technical Support <span class=\"cn\">\u6280\u672f\u652f\u6301<\/span><\/div><div class=\"vl\"><a href=\"mailto:tech@feichuncables.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">tech@feichuncables.com<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"cc\"><div class=\"lb\">Zihao Yang <span class=\"cn\">\u6768\u5b50\u6d69<\/span><\/div><div class=\"vl\"><a href=\"mailto:zihao.yang@feichuncables.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">zihao.yang@feichuncables.com<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"cc\"><div class=\"lb\">Ziyu Huang <span class=\"cn\">\u9ec4\u5b50\u88d5<\/span><\/div><div class=\"vl\"><a href=\"mailto:ziyu.huang@feichuncables.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">ziyu.huang@feichuncables.com<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<footer>\n<p>&copy; 2025 Anhui Feichun Special Cable Co., Ltd. <span class=\"cn\">\u5b89\u5fbd\u98de\u7eaf\u7279\u79cd\u7535\u7f06\u6709\u9650\u516c\u53f8<\/span>. 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