AMES AAAC Conductor Cable
AMES AAAC (All Aluminum Alloy Twisted) cables comply with ASTM B399 standards and have excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance. With 250 mm² nominal area and 19-strand design, it uses heat-treated aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy (6201-T81) for enhanced strength (295 MPa min) and conductivity (53% IACS min). Meeting ASTM B398, B399, IEC 61089, and BS EN 50182 standards, this cable handles ampacity up to 600A at 75°C and voltages up to 33kV. The all-alloy construction avoids bimetallic corrosion, providing better resistance in harsh conditions than ACSR. Reduced weight minimizes sag and installation expenses, supporting longer spans. The Ames AAAC Conductor Cable delivers low electrical losses, high mechanical endurance, and excellent weather tolerance. Flame-retardant variants available. Perfect for urban grids, renewable projects, and coastal setups, it provides cost-effective, low-maintenance power delivery in overhead applications globally, excelling in reliability and lifespan over conventional conductors.
- Voltage Rating up to 35 kV (depending on design)
- Temperature Rating -10°C to +80°C (in service)
Construction
Technical Specifications
Quality Control
Application
Construction
AMES AAAC Conductor Cable Construction
Conductor
Stranded 1350-H19 Aluminum Alloy (AAAC)
Manufacturer Standard
ASTM B399, IEC 61089
Application
MCM AMES AAAC cables are suitable for overhead power transmission and distribution in urban, rural, and coastal areas, especially where corrosion resistance and lightweight construction are critical.
Technical Specifications
AMES AAAC Conductor Cable
AMES AAAC Conductor Cable
| Construction characteristics | |
| Conductor material | aluminum alloy |
| Type of conductor | Circular, stranded |
| Type of cable | Ames |
| Conductor flexibility | Class AA |
| Conductor shape | Circular non compacted |
| Dimensional characteristics | |
| Conductor cross-section | 77.5 kcmil |
| Conductor cross-section | 39.19 mm² |
| Wire diameter | 2.67 mm |
| Conductor diameter | 8.01 mm |
| Approximate weight | 107.5 kg/km |
| Average geometric radius | 0.00291 m |
| Diameter of aluminium alloy 6201 wires | 2.67 mm |
| Nominal diameter of wires | 2.67 mm |
| Nominal outer diameter | 8.01 mm |
| Number of aluminium alloy 6201 wires | 7 |
| Number of cores | 1 |
| Electrical characteristics | |
| Max. DC resistance of the conductor at 20°C | 0.8547 Ohm/km |
| Max. electric resistance AC 60Hz 75°C | 1.019 Ohm/km |
| Inductive reactance | 0.4404 Ohm/km |
| Capacitive reactance | 0.2635 MOhm.km |
| Ampacity | 190.0 A |
| Mechanical characteristics | |
| Hardness type | T81 |
| Rated breaking load | 1269.5 kgf |
| Usage characteristics | |
| Length | 2275 m |
| Reel net weight | 245 kg |
Quality Control
AMES AAAC Conductor Cable
Raw Material Test
For the Ames AAAC Conductor Cable, raw material testing follows ASTM B398. Aluminum alloy ingots (6201) are analyzed for Mg (0.6-0.9%), Si (0.5-0.9%), and impurities using optical emission spectrometry. Wires undergo conductivity (53% IACS min), tensile (295 MPa min), and elongation (3.5% min) tests with machines. Samples face heat treatment verification at 180°C and microstructure analysis via microscopy for grain uniformity. Corrosion resistance is assessed in humid chambers. The structured process: receipt inspection, random sampling, physical/mechanical testing (diameter tolerance), chemical verification, accelerated aging trials, and release decision. This ensures premium inputs, establishing the base for the Ames AAAC Conductor Cable's homogeneous properties, high strength, corrosion endurance, and consistent overhead performance.
Process inspection
Process inspection in Ames AAAC Conductor Cable production involves continuous checks per ASTM B399. Wire drawing monitors diameter and ovality with calipers. Solution heat treatment logs temperature (500-550°C) for hardening. Aging maintains 180°C for the T81 temper. Stranding verifies 19-wire lay (12-16 times diameter) and compression. Surface and marking are assessed online. Critical steps: pre-process homogenization confirmation, parameter stabilization (speed 20m/min), in-line tensile sampling, defect scanning, and rework. This multi-point assurance maintains the Ames AAAC Conductor Cable's uniform temper, tight stranding, mechanical balance, and standard compliance for optimal overhead installation.
Finished Product
Finished Ames AAAC Conductor Cable testing confirms ASTM B399 specs. Routine checks: diameter (17.5mm approx.), weight (690 kg/km approx.), resistance (0.136 Ω/km). Mechanical: tensile (20 kN min), elongation. Process steps: sample cutting, grip mounting, load to failure, data recording, and fracture examination. Corrosion: 1000-hour salt spray. Additional: sag-tension at 75°C, weather cycling. Passing confirms the Ames AAAC Conductor Cable's low expansion, high ampacity, corrosion resistance, and suitability for overhead lines.
Application
Ames AAAC Conductor Cable is ideal for overhead transmission and distribution lines in utility networks, rural electrification, and industrial power grids. Commonly used for spans up to 300m in corrosive or coastal areas, connecting substations to transformers for efficient medium voltage service.
Technical Advantages
● 30+ years of manufacturing experience
● ISO and UL certified production
● Customized cable and transformer solutions
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