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Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC)

Instrumentation Cables CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC are PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables. They are multi-conductor cables that carry and transport low-voltage electrical signals. These low-voltage signals are used to control and monitor electrical power systems. Instrumentation cables have many different industrial applications that include broadcasting, equipment control, such as drilling and pumping in the oil and gas industry, and data transfer, which includes analog and digital signals. They are manufactured according to the BS EN 50288-7 and BS EN 50288-1 standards to ensure quality. Depending on the application, instrumentation cables can be insulated with PVC or XLPE; the cables can be armoured or unarmoured. The sheathing materials can be of PVC, LSZH, or PE. The cables can have additional flame retardant or flame retardant properties, and they can be manufactured with special protections such as lead sheaths, or DRYLAM or AIRBAG technology.

Standard BS EN 50288-7, IEC 60502-1 (General)

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Construction

PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC)

Conductor

Instrumentation cable shall have an annealed plain copper conductor or a tinned copper conductor. Depending upon cable application, conductor can be solid (Class-1), Stranded (Class-2), or flexible (Class-5) type as defined in BS EN / IEC 60228

Insulation

Instrumentation cable shall have PVC, XLPE, or HR-PVC insulation. Insulation material shall be selected based on the maximum operating temperature. PVC insulation is suitable for a continuous operating temperature of 70°C, whereas XLPE or HR-PVC is suitable for a continuous operating temperature of 90°C. Fire-rated / fire resistance instrumentation cables shall have Glass Mica Tape layer below insulation & shall have XLPE insulation.

Individual and Overall Screen

The screen is made of aluminum, mylar tape, + ATC drain wire. Aluminum mylar tape is made of aluminum with a thin layer of polyester. It helps in minimizing the crosstalk and prevents shorting.

Armour

Steel wire armour is applied to cables to shield against mechanical stresses and ensure that the core of the cable remains protected.

Inner and Outer Sheath

The sheath can be made of PVC, Polyethylene, or LSZH

Technical Specifications

Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC)

Instrumentation Cables Main Specifications

Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC)

Conductor Size	Max. Conductor DC Resistance at 20°C for Plain Copper		Max. Conductor DC Resistance at 20°C for Tinned Copper
Conductor Size	Solid, Class - 1 & Stranded, Class - 2	Flexible, Class-5	Solid, Class - 1 & Stranded, Class - 2	Flexible, Class-5
[mm²]	[Ω/km]	[Ω/km]	[Ω/km]	[Ω/km]
0.50	36.72	39.78	37.434	40.902
0.75	24.99	26.52	25.296	27.234
1.00	18.462	19.89	18.564	20.4
1.50	12.342	13.566	12.444	13.974
2.50	7.5582	8.1396	7.7112	8.3742

Conductor Size	Insulation Thickness
Conductor Size	90V	300V	500V	1000V
[mm2]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]
0.50	0.20	0.26	0.44	0.70
0.75	0.20	0.26	0.44	0.70
1.00	0.26	0.26	0.44	0.70
1.50	0.30	0.35	0.44	0.70
2.50	-	-	0.53	0.70

Conductor Size	Mutual Capacitance		Max. Continuous Operating Temperature		Inductance to Resistance Ratio (L/R)
Conductor Size	XLPE	PVC	XLPE or HR - PVC	PVC	Inductance to Resistance Ratio (L/R)
[mm2]	[nF/km]	[nF/km]	[°C]	[°C]	[μH/Ω]
0.50	150	250	90	70	< 25
0.75	150	250	90	70	< 25
1.00	150	250	90	70	< 25
1.50	150	250	90	70	< 40
2.50	150	250	90	70	< 60

Number of Pair	Cable OD					Cable Weight					Drum Length
Number of Pair	0.5mm²	0.75mm²	1.0mm²	1.5mm²	2.5mm²	0.5mm²	0.75mm²	1.0mm²	1.5mm²	2.5mm²	Drum Length
[Nos]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[m]
1	6.5	7.0	7.5	8.0	9.0	50	60	70	80	110	1000
2	9.0	10.0	10.5	11.5	14.0	85	105	120	145	205	1000
5	11.5	13.0	13.5	15.0	17.5	155	195	230	285	415	1000
10	16.5	17.5	19.0	21.0	25.5	280	350	415	535	800	1000
20	21.0	23.0	24.5	27.5	33.0	495	635	765	990	1490	1000
30	24.5	27.0	29.0	32.5		705	910	1110	1445		500

Number of Triad	Cable OD					Cable Weight					Drum Length
Number of Triad	0.5mm²	0.75mm²	1.0mm²	1.5mm²	2.5mm²	0.5mm²	0.75mm²	1.0mm²	1.5mm²	2.5mm²	Drum Length
[Nos]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[m]
1	7	7.5	7.5	8.5	10	60	75	85	100	145	1000
2	10	11	11.5	13	15	110	135	155	195	275	1000
5	13	14	15	16.5	20	210	260	310	400	590	1000
10	18	20	21	23.5	28.5	375	485	585	750	1135	1000
20	23.5	26	27.5	31		690	895	1085	1405		500
30	28	30.5	33			990	1290	1585			500

Number of Quad	Cable OD					Cable Weight					Drum Length
Number of Quad	0.5mm²	0.75mm²	1.0mm²	1.5mm²	2.5mm²	0.5mm²	0.75mm²	1.0mm²	1.5mm²	2.5mm²	Drum Length
[Nos]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[mm]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[kg/km]	[m]
1	7.5	8	8.5	9	10.5	75	85	100	125	180	1000
2	12.5	13.5	14.5	16	19.5	140	175	205	260	375	1000
5	16	17.5	19	21	25	275	345	410	530	795	1000
10	23	25	27	30	36	510	645	785	1015	1525	1000
20	29.5	32.5	35			930	1205	1455			500
30	35.5					1345					500

Note: Cable OD and Cable weight are subject to change based on the latest manufacturing practice.

Quality Control

Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC)

Raw Material Test

For the Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC), raw material testing ensures compliance with BS EN 50288-7. Step 1: Verify copper conductor purity using spectrometry to confirm 99.99% conductivity per IEC 60228. Step 2: Test PVC insulation for tensile strength (≥12.5 N/mm²) and elongation (≥150%) via universal testing machines. Step 3: Evaluate screening tape (aluminum/polyester) for thickness and adhesion through micrometer measurements and peel tests. Step 4: Assess PVC sheath flame retardancy with oxygen index analysis (>27%). Step 5: Conduct chemical resistance immersion on PVC in oils, acids, and water for 168 hours. Batch sampling (10%) and traceability documentation reject substandard materials, guaranteeing EMI protection and durability in the final product.

Process inspection

During the manufacturing of the Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC), process inspection maintains BS EN 50288-1 standards. Step 1: Monitor conductor stranding for uniform twists using automated gauges every 100 meters. Step 2: Scan insulation extrusion thickness (nominal 0.7mm) with lasers, flagging deviations over 5%. Step 3: Inspect pair twisting and core assembly visually and mechanically. Step 4: Apply the overall screen and verify coverage uniformity via ultrasonic probes. Step 5: Conduct in-line capacitance and continuity tests to ensure low interference. Step 6: Check sheath application adhesion through peel strength evaluations (≥10 N/cm). Step 7: Sample every shift for dimensional accuracy and screen integrity. Step 8: Log data digitally for ISO 9001 audits. This multi-step oversight minimizes defects, ensuring reliable signal transmission and compliance.

Finished Product

The finished Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC) undergo comprehensive testing per BS EN 50288-7. Step 1: Perform voltage withstand at 1.5 kV for 1 minute to verify insulation. Step 2: Measure insulation resistance (>100 MΩ/km) using megohmmeters. Step 3: Test conductor resistance per IEC 60228 standards. Step 4: Evaluate screening effectiveness via transfer impedance tests (<1 Ω/m at 1 MHz). Step 5: Conduct flame retardancy (IEC 60332-1) and bending (10x diameter). Step 6: Assess capacitance unbalance and crosstalk attenuation. Step 7: Cycle temperatures (-15°C to 70°C) for 48 hours. Step 8: Final visual and electrical inspections ensure no defects. Calibrated tools and 100% critical testing confirm performance for industrial use.

Application

The Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC) excel in process plants, petrochemical facilities, power stations, and automation systems. They provide EMI-protected signal transmission in ducts, trays, and indoor/outdoor setups, ideal for control circuits and monitoring equipment.

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Instrumentation Cables—XLPE Insulated,Individual & Overall Screened, DRYLAM Layered,Wire Armoured PVC Sheathed Cables(CU/XLPE/IOSCR/DRYLAM/SWA/PVC)

Instrumentation Cables with XLPE Insulated, Individual & Overall Screened, DRYLAM Layered, Wire Armoured and PVC Sheathed construction (CU/XLPE/IOSCR/DRYLAM/SWA/PVC) are engineered for high-accuracy signal transmission in harsh and moisture-prone environments. XLPE insulated copper conductors deliver excellent dielectric strength, thermal stability, and long-term electrical reliability. Individual and overall screening effectively suppress electromagnetic interference and cross-talk, ensuring stable and precise signal performance in complex control systems. The integrated DRYLAM water-blocking layer prevents longitudinal and radial water penetration, protecting the cable core without increasing overall diameter. Steel wire armour provides strong mechanical protection against impact and external stress, while the PVC outer sheath offers resistance to abrasion, oils, and chemicals. This robust cable design ensures dependable operation, extended service life, and consistent performance in demanding industrial applications.

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FAQ From Customers

What are the advantages of power cables and overhead lines?

(1) Reliable operation, because it is installed in a hidden place such as underground, it is less damaged by external forces, has less chance of failure, and the power supply is safe, and it will not cause harm to people;
(2) The maintenance workload is small and frequent inspections are not required;
(3) No need to erect towers;
(4) Help improve power factor.

Which aspects should be considered when choosing the cross section of a power cable?

(1) The long-term allowable working current of the cable;
(2) Thermal stability once short circuited;
(3) The voltage drop on the line cannot exceed the allowable working range.

What are the measures for cable fire prevention?

(1) Use flame-retardant cables;
(2) Use fireproof cable tray;
(3) Use fireproof paint;
(4) Fire partition walls and fire baffles are installed at cable tunnels, mezzanine exits, etc.;
(5) Overhead cables should avoid oil pipelines and explosion-proof doors, otherwise local pipes or heat insulation and fire prevention measures should be taken.

What should be paid attention to during the transportation and handling of cables?

(1) During transportation, loading and unloading, cables and cable reels should not be damaged. It is strictly forbidden to push the cable reels directly from the vehicle. Generally, cables should not be transported and stored flat.
(2) Before transporting or rolling the cable reel, ensure that the cable reel is firm, the cable is wound tightly, the oil pipe between the oil-filled cable and the pressure oil tank should be fixed without damage, the pressure oil tank should be firm, and the pressure indication should meet the requirements.

What inspections should be carried out for the acceptance of cable lines?

(1) The cable specifications should meet the regulations, the arrangement should be neat, no damage, and the signs should be complete, correct and clear;
(2) The fixed bending radius of the cable, the related distance and the wiring of the metal sheath of the single-core power cable should meet the requirements;
(3) The cable terminal and the middle head should not leak oil, and the installation should be firm. The oil pressure of the oil-filled cable and the meter setting should meet the requirements;
(4) Good grounding;
(5) The color of the cable terminal is correct, and the metal parts such as the bracket are completely painted;
(6) There should be no debris in the cable trench, tunnel, and bridge, and the cover should be complete.

How many projects can cable engineering be divided into?

(1) Construction site transportation: including the loading and unloading, transportation and empty vehicle return journey of engineering materials from the warehouse to the construction site.
(2) Local engineering: including road excavation, tunnel, trench construction, etc.
(3) Laying engineering: including laying, intermediate head production, lift cover plate, buried pipe, school tide, tractor head production, etc.
(4) Two-end engineering: including the production and installation of support, suspension bridge and its foundation, the production of terminal heads, the installation of oil pressure and signal devices, and the electrical performance testing of various types.
(5) Stopping works: including the production of oil-filled cable stop heads, the installation of fuel supply tanks, automatic drainage and signal devices, etc.
(6) Grounding engineering: including installation of insulation joints, transposition boxes, protectors, and grounding boxes.

What tests and inspections should be carried out on power cables before laying?

Before laying, check whether the type, specification and length of the cable meet the requirements and whether there is external force damage. Low-voltage cables use a 1000V megohmmeter to remotely measure the insulation resistance, and the resistance is generally not less than 10MΩ. High-voltage cables use a 2500V megger to measure the resistance. Generally not less than 400MΩ.

What are the factors that determine the long-term allowable current carrying capacity of the cable?

(1) The long-term allowable working temperature of the cable;
(2) The heat dissipation performance of the cable itself;
(3) The condition of the cable installation and the heat dissipation conditions of the surrounding environment.

According to the difference of insulation and protective layer, what are the main types of commonly used low-voltage power cables?

(1) Oil-impregnated paper insulated lead-clad (or aluminum-clad) power cable;
(2) Non-drip oil-impregnated paper insulated power cable;
(3) PVC insulated and sheathed power cable;
(4) Cross-linked PVC insulated and PE sheathed power cable;
(5) Cross-linked PVC insulated and sheathed power cable;
(6) Rubber insulated power cables.

What are the requirements for the fire blocking of cable holes?

For larger cable penetration holes, such as the cable penetration floor, etc., when using fireproof blocking materials to block, according to the actual situation, first coat four to six layers of fireproof paint on the cable surface, the length is about 1.5m below the hole, and then use fire-resistant The material is processed into a board-supporting fire-proof blocking material with a certain strength to ensure that it is firm after being blocked and is easy to disassemble and assemble when the cable is replaced. The plugging is dense and non-porous to effectively block smoke and fire.

What are the main properties of the insulation material of the power cable?

(1) High breakdown strength;
(2) Low dielectric loss;
(3) Very high insulation resistance;
(4) Excellent discharge resistance;
(5) It has certain flexibility and mechanical strength;
(6) Long-term insulation performance is stable.

What are the regulations for cable protection tubes?

(1) When the cable needs to be laid through a protective pipe, the inner diameter of the pipe should not be less than 1.5 times the outer diameter of the cable, and the inner diameter of the concrete pipe, clay pipe, asbestos, and cement pipe should not be less than 100mm;
(2) The bending radius of the cable tube should meet the requirements of the bending radius of the cable inserted;
(3) Each pipe should not exceed three elbows at most, and there should be no more than two right-angle bends.

How to measure the outer diameter of the cable sheath?

At five evenly distributed points on the circumference of the sheath, measure the outer diameter of the sheath and its average value. The average outer diameter is the outer diameter of the sheath.

How to connect copper core cables with different cross-sections?

Copper core cables with different cross-sections can be connected by open-back weak copper pipes and connected by soldering, or pure copper rods can be connected into copper pipes according to different cross-sectional requirements and connected by crimping.

What are the insulating materials used to make cable terminal heads or intermediate joints?

There are insulating glue, insulating tape, insulating tube, insulating gloves, insulating resin, etc.

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Instrumentation Cables—PVC Insulated, Overall Screened, Unarmoured PVC Sheathed Cables (CU/PVC/OSCR/PVC)

Construction

Conductor

Insulation

Individual and Overall Screen

Armour

Inner and Outer Sheath

Technical Specifications

Quality Control

Raw Material Test

Process inspection

Finished Product

Application

Technical Advantages

Conductor Stranded Work Shop

CCV Production Line

CCV production 01

Partical Voltage Test Labtoary

Auto-Winding Machine

Oil Chromatography Test Machine

Auto-core cutting machine

Basic Insulation Level Test Labtoary

Auto Laser Cutting Machine

Automatic Desanding Machine

Automatic Dryer Machine

Product Packaging

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