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LV Cables & Wires: Ducab

PROJECT NAME
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al
Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.

(MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)

CLIENT
M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)

CONSULTANT
M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)

CONTRACTOR
M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO

SUPPLIER
M/S SCIENTECHNIC L.L.C
ABU DHABI, UAE
Tele: 02-2055121, Fax: 02-550764
1. Company profile with Trade license & Certificates

2. Authority & ISO Certificates

3. Specification

4. Compliance Statement

5. List of Materials

6. Technical Data Sheet

7. Product Certificates

8. Test Report

9. Application Method Statement

10. Previous Approvals

11. Draft Warranty Certificates

Company profile with Trade license & Certificates
Economic License ‫ﺭﺧﺼــﺔ ﺍﻗﺘﺼﺎﺩﻳﺔ‬
Commercial License ‫ﺭﺧـﺼــــــﺔ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﻳﺔ‬

License No : CN-1156110 : ‫ﺭﻗﻢ ﺍﻟﺮﺧﺼﺔ‬

ADCCI No : 255482 : ‫ﻋﻀﻮﻳﺔ ﺍﻟﻐﺮﻓﺔ‬
Establishment Card : 878566 : ‫ﻭﺯﺍﺭﺓ ﺍﻟﻤﻮﺍﺭﺩ ﺍﻟﺒﺸﺮﻳﺔ ﻭﺍﻟﺘﻮﻃﻴﻦ‬
MOHRE ‫ﺑﻄﺎﻗﺔ ﺍﻟﻤﻨﺸﺄﺓ‬
Establishment Card : : ‫ﺍﻟﻬﻴﺌﺔ ﺍﻻﺗﺤﺎﺩﻳﺔ ﻟﻠﻬﻮﻳﺔ‬
ICA ‫ ﺑﻄﺎﻗﺔ ﺍﻟﻤﻨﺸﺄﺓ‬-‫ﻭﺍﻟﺠﻨﺴﻴﺔ‬
Legal Form : UAE Branch - Dubai ‫ ﺩﺑﻲ‬- ‫ ﻓﺮﻉ ﺍﻣﺎﺭﺍﺗﻴﺔ‬: ‫ﺍﻟﺸﻜﻞ ﺍﻟﻘﺎﻧﻮﻧﻲ‬
1 ‫ ﻓﺮﻉ ﺃﺑﻮ ﻇﺒﻲ‬- ‫ﻡ‬.‫ﻡ‬.‫ﺫ‬.‫ ﺳﺎﻳﻦ ﺗﻜﻨﻴﻚ ﺵ‬: ‫ﺍﻹﺳﻢ ﺍﻟﺘﺠﺎﺭﻱ‬
Trade Name : SCIENTECHNIC L.L.C - BRANCH OF ABU DHABI 1
Establishment Date : 15/12/2008 : ‫ﺗﺎﺭﻳﺦ ﺗﺄﺳﻴﺲ ﺍﻟﻤﻨﺸﺄﺓ‬
Issue Date : 10/07/2023 : ‫ﺗﺎﺭﻳﺦ ﺍﻹﺻﺪﺍﺭ‬
Expiry Date : 07/08/2024 : ‫ﺗﺎﺭﻳﺦ ﺍﻹﻧﺘﻬﺎﺀ‬

‫ﺍﻟﺼﻠﺔ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﺠﻨﺴﻴﺔ‬ ‫ ﺍﻟﺸﺮﻛﺎﺀ‬/ ‫ﺍﻟﻤﻼﻙ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﺮﻣﺰ‬

Role Nationality Owners / Partners No.
‫ﺷﺮﻳﻚ‬ ‫ﺍﻹﻣﺎﺭﺍﺕ ﺍﻟﻌﺮﺑﻴﺔ ﺍﻟﻤﺘﺤﺪﺓ‬ ‫ﻡ‬.‫ﻡ‬.‫ﺫ‬.‫ﻋﻴﺴﻰ ﺻﺎﻟﺢ ﺍﻟﻘﺮﻕ ﻟﻼﺳﺘﺜﻤﺎﺭﺍﺕ ﺵ‬ 41290867
Partner United Arab Emirates EASA SALEH AL GURG INVESTMENTS L.L.C
‫ﺷﺮﻳﻚ‬ ‫ﺍﻹﻣﺎﺭﺍﺕ ﺍﻟﻌﺮﺑﻴﺔ ﺍﻟﻤﺘﺤﺪﺓ‬ ‫ﻡ‬.‫ﻡ‬.‫ﺫ‬.‫ﻣﺠﻤﻮﻋﺔ ﻋﻴﺴﻰ ﺻﺎﻟﺢ ﺍﻟﻘﺮﻕ ﺍﻟﺘﺠﺎﺭﻳﺔ ﻭﺍﻟﺼﻨﺎﻋﻴﺔ ﺵ‬ 41288157
Partner United Arab Emirates EASA SALEH ALGURG COMMERCIAL &INDUSTRIAL GROUP
L.L.C
‫ﻣﺪﻳﺮ‬ ‫ﺍﻹﻣﺎﺭﺍﺕ ﺍﻟﻌﺮﺑﻴﺔ ﺍﻟﻤﺘﺤﺪﺓ‬ ‫ﻋﻴﺴﻰ ﻓﺮﻳﺪ ﻋﺒﺪﺍﻟﻠﻪ ﺻﺎﻟﺢ ﺍﻟﻘﺮﻕ‬ 42101048
Manager United Arab Emirates EASA FARID ABDULLA SALEH ALGURG
Economic Activities : : ‫ﺍﻷﻧﺸﻄﺔ ﺍﻻﻗﺘﺼﺎﺩﻳﺔ‬
- Alarm Systems Installation, Fitting and Repair ‫ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺐ ﻭﺗﻤﺪﻳﺪ ﻭﺇﺻﻼﺡ ﻧﻈﻢ ﺍﻹﻧﺬﺍﺭ‬-
- Retail Sale of Safety and Fire Fighting Equipments and Devices ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺘﺠﺰﺋﺔ‬- ‫ ﺑﻴﻊ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﻭﺍﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﺍﻟﺴﻼﻣﺔ ﻭﺍﻃﻔﺎﺀ ﺍﻟﺤﺮﻳﻖ‬-
- Repair and Maintenance of Electric Lighting Equipment ‫ ﺇﺻﻼﺡ ﻭﺻﻴﺎﻧﺔ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻷﺿﺎﺀﺓ ﺍﻟﻜﻬﺮﺑﺎﺋﻴﺔ‬-
- Bridges And Tunnels Maintenance ‫ ﺻﻴﺎﻧﺔ ﺍﻟﺠﺴﻮﺭ ﻭ ﺍﻷﻧﻔﺎﻕ‬-
- Security & Surveillance Systems Installation & Maintenance ‫ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺐ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﻭﺃﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﺍﻷﻣﻦ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﺮﺍﻗﺒﺔ ﻭﺻﻴﺎﻧﺘﻬﺎ‬-
- Electronic Parking Management Systems Installation and Maintenance ‫ ﺃﻋﻤﺎﻝ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺐ ﺍﻷﻧﻈﻤﺔ ﺍﻹﻟﻜﺘﺮﻭﻧﻴﺔ ﻹﺩﺍﺭﺓ ﻣﻮﺍﻗﻒ ﺍﻟﺴﻴﺎﺭﺍﺕ ﻭﺻﻴﺎﻧﺘﻬﺎ‬-
- Wholesale of Pumps, Motors and Valves and Outfit Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﻟﻤﻀﺨﺎﺕ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﺤﺮﻛﺎﺕ ﻭﺍﻟﺼﻤﺎﻣﺎﺕ ﻭﻟﻮﺍﺯﻣﻬﺎ‬-
- Wholesale of Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution Equipment ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺗﻮﻟﻴﺪ ﺍﻟﻄﺎﻗﺔ ﺍﻟﻜﻬﺮﺑﺎﺋﻴﺔ ﻭﻧﻘﻠﻬﺎ ﻭﺗﻮﺯﻳﻌﻬﺎ‬-
Trading
- Installation and repair of safety equipment and fire extinguishing systems ‫ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺐ ﻭﺃﺻﻼﺡ ﻧﻈﻢ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻟﺴﻼﻣﺔ ﻭ ﺇﻃﻔﺎﺀ ﺍﻟﺤﺮﻳﻖ‬-

TAHAQAQ ‫ﺗﺤﻘﻖ‬

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- Wholesale Trading of Lighting Tools and Its Supplies ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﺩﻭﺍﺕ ﺍﻻﻧﺎﺭﺓ ﻭ ﻟﻮﺍﺯﻣﻬﺎ‬-
- Road Support Services ‫ ﺧﺪﻣﺎﺕ ﺍﻟﺪﻋﻢ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﺴﺎﻧﺪﻩ ﻋﻠﻰ ﺍﻟﻄﺮﻕ‬-
- Wholesale of Traffic and Guiding Boards and Outfit Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﻟﻠﻮﺣﺎﺕ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﺴﺘﻠﺰﻣﺎﺕ ﺍﻟﻤﺮﻭﺭﻳﺔ ﻭﺍﻹﺭﺷﺎﺩﻳﺔ‬-
- Wholesale of Safety and Fire Fighting Equipment and Devices Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﻭﺍﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﺍﻟﺴﻼﻣﺔ ﻭﺍﻃﻔﺎﺀ ﺍﻟﺤﺮﻳﻖ‬-
- Retails Sale of Lighting Tools and Accessories ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺘﺠﺰﺋﺔ‬- ‫ ﺑﻴﻊ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻻﻧﺎﺭﺓ ﻭ ﻟﻮﺍﺯﻣﻬﺎ‬-
- Wholesale Of Lighting Columns Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﻋﻤﺪﺓ ﺍﻻﻧﺎﺭﺓ‬-
- Wholesale Of Measurement And Control Equipment And Devices Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﻭﺍﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﺍﻟﻘﻴﺎﺱ ﻭ ﺍﻟﺘﺤﻜﻢ‬-
- autonomous vehicles Tradig ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﻟﻤﺮﻛﺒﺎﺕ ﺫﺍﺗﻴﺔ ﺍﻟﻘﻴﺎﺩﺓ‬-
- Roads and Bridges Management and Operation ‫ ﺍﺩﺍﺭﺓ ﻭﺗﺸﻐﻴﻞ ﺍﻟﻄﺮﻕ ﻭﺍﻟﺠﺴﻮﺭ‬-
- Wholesale Of Telecommunication Equipment Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻻﺗﺼﺎﻝ ﺍﻟﺴﻠﻜﻴﺔ‬-
- Wholesale of Electrical Distribution Boards Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﻟﻮﺣﺎﺕ ﺍﻟﺘﻮﺯﻳﻊ ﺍﻟﻜﻬﺮﺑﺎﺋﻴﺔ ﻭﻟﻮﺯﺍﻣﻬﺎ‬-
- Industrial Plant Equipment and Spare Parts Trading - Wholesale ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﻭﻣﻜﺎﺋﻦ ﺍﻟﻤﺼﺎﻧﻊ ﻭﻗﻄﻊ ﻏﻴﺎﺭﻫﺎ‬-
- Genral Installation Street Lighting and Electrical Signals ‫ ﺍﻟﺘﺮﻛﻴﺒﺎﺕ ﺍﻟﻌﺎﻣﺔ ﻻﺿﺎﺀﺓ ﺍﻟﺸﻮﺍﺭﻉ ﻭﺍﻷﺷﺎﺭﺍﺕ ﺍﻟﻤﺮﻭﺭﻳﺔ‬-
- Installation Airport Runway Lighting ‫ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺒﺎﺕ ﺇﺿﺎﺀﺓ ﺍﻟﻤﻄﺎﺭﺍﺕ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﻬﺎﺑﻂ‬-
- Installation And Maintenance Of Equipment And Instrumentation And Control ‫ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺐ ﻭﺻﻴﺎﻧﺔ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﻭﺃﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﺍﻟﻘﻴﺎﺱ ﻭﺍﻟﺘﺤﻜﻢ‬-
- Maintenance and repair of autonomous or semi-autonomous vehicles and their ‫ ﺻﻴﺎﻧﺔ ﻭﺇﺻﻼﺡ ﺍﻟﻤﺮﻛﺒﺎﺕ ﺫﺍﺗﻴﺔ ﺃﻭ ﺷﺒﻪ ﺫﺍﺗﻴﺔ ﺍﻟﻘﻴﺎﺩﺓ ﻭﺍﻟﻘﻄﻊ ﻭﺍﻷﻧﻈﻤﺔ ﺍﻟﺨﺎﺻﺔ ﺑﻬﺎ‬-
parts and systems
- Wholesale of Water Desalination Equipment and Machinery and Outfit Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﻭ ﺁﻻﺕ ﺗﺤﻠﻴﺔ ﺍﻟﻤﻴﺎﻩ ﻭ ﻟﻮﺍﺯﻣﻬﺎ‬-
- Trading of telecommunication equipment - Wholesale ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺃﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﻭﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻻﺗﺼﺎﻝ ﺍﻟﻼﺳﻠﻜﻴﺔ‬-
- Retail Sale Of Alarm And Surveillance Apparatuses And Equipments ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺘﺠﺰﺋﺔ‬- ‫ ﺑﻴﻊ ﺍﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﻭﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻻﻧﺬﺍﺭ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﺮﺍﻗﺒﺔ‬-
- Buildings Energy Efficiency Services ‫ ﺧﺪﻣﺎﺕ ﻛﻔﺎﺀﺓ ﺍﻟﻄﺎﻗﺔ ﻓﻲ ﺍﻟﻤﺒﺎﻧﻲ‬-
- Wholesale Of Mechanical Equipment Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﻟﻤﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻟﻤﻴﻜﺎﻧﻴﻜﻴﺔ‬-
- Retail Sale of Chandeliers and Lighting Items ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺘﺠﺰﺋﺔ‬- ‫ ﺑﻴﻊ ﺍﻟﺜﺮﻳﺎﺕ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﻌﻠﻘﺎﺕ‬-
- Retails Sale of Lighting Equipment and Accessories ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺘﺠﺰﺋﺔ‬- ‫ ﺑﻴﻊ ﺍﺩﻭﺍﺕ ﺍﻻﻧﺎﺭﺓ ﻭ ﻟﻮﺍﺯﻣﻬﺎ‬-
- Importing ‫ ﺍﺳﺘﻴﺮﺍﺩ‬-
- Wholesale Of Alarm And Monitor Devices And Equipment Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﺟﻬﺰﺓ ﻭﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ ﺍﻻﻧﺬﺍﺭ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﺮﺍﻗﺒﺔ‬-
- Wholesale of Chandeliers and Lighting Items Trading ‫ ﺑﺎﻟﺠﻤﻠﺔ‬- ‫ ﺗﺠﺎﺭﺓ ﺍﻟﺜﺮﻳﺎﺕ ﻭﺍﻟﻤﻌﻠﻘﺎﺕ‬-
- Fibre Optic Networks Installation and Maintenance ‫ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺐ ﻭﺻﻴﺎﻧﺔ ﺷﺒﻜﺎﺕ ﺍﻷﻟﻴﺎﻑ ﺍﻟﺒﺼﺮﻳﺔ‬-
Address : ‫ ﺳﻤﻮ ﺍﻟﺸﻴﺦ ﺳﻠﻄﺎﻥ ﺑﻦ ﺧﻠﻴﻔﻪ ﺑﻦ ﺯﺍﻳﺪ ﻭ ﺍﺧﺮﻳﻦ‬,‫ ﻣﺒﻨﻰ‬,~ : 0 ,44 ‫ ﻣﺼﻔﺢ‬,‫ﻣﺼﻔﺢ‬ : ‫ﺍﻟﻌﻨﻮﺍﻥ‬

Onwani Address : : ‫ﺍﻟﻌﻨﻮﺍﻥ ﺍﻟﻤﻮﺣﺪ‬

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Authority & ISO Certificates
 SCIENTECHNIC LLC

PLOT NUMBER 262-0, AL KHABAISI, AL ITTIHAD ROAD, P.O. BOX 25490, DUBAI,
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

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Bureau Veritas Certification Holding SAS – UK Branch certifies that the Management System of
the above organisation has been audited and found to be in accordance with the requirements
of the management system standards detailed below

ISO 9001:2015
Scope of certification
SUPPLY OF SIEMENS PLC’S, VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES, MOTORS, INDUSTRIAL CONTROL COMPONENTS, AND LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR
COMPONENTS. SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION OF LAMPS, CABLES AND ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF RETROFIT SOLUTIONS PROJECTS.
DESIGN, INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING, SUPPLY & MAINTENANCE OF FIRE DETECTION, FIRE PROTECTION, EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM,
EMERGENCY LIGHTING & EVACUATION SYSTEM. SUPPLY, TESTING, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF CCTV, ACCESS CONTROL, PA SYSTEM,
STRUCTURED CABLING (ELV SYSTEMS), ACTIVE & PASSIVE – DATA AND VOICE COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, UNIFIED COMMUNICATION AND
ACCESSORIES. SALES OF ANTICIPANT CHEMICAL FOR THERMAL DESALINATION PLANT. SUPPLY OF LIGHTING FIXTURES. SUPPLY AND
COMMISSIONING OF LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS. SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING OF MV SWITCHGEAR, MV TRANSFORMERS,
AC & DC UPS. MAINTENANCE OF LMV SWITCHGEARS, LMV TRANSFORMERS, LMV CAPACITOR BANKS, AC AND DC UPS AND RMU. CABLE JOINTING
AND CABLE TERMINATION SERVICES. SUPPLY OF ELECTRICAL, TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF ENGINEERING
SOLUTION, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION, MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING FOR INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM (ITS), TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM
AND TUNNEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.

Original Cycle Start Date: 04 December 2013

Expiry date of previous cycle: 03 December 2022

Certification / Recertification Audit date: 23 November 2022

Certification / Recertification cycle start date: 05 January 2023

Subject to the continued satisfactory operation of the

organization’s Management System, this certificate expires on: 03 December 2025

Certificate No.: DU005092 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.

Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management
system requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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ISO 9001:2015
Scope of certification

Site Name/Location Site Address Site Scope

SUPPLY OF SIEMENS PLC’S, VARIABLE

FREQUENCY DRIVES, MOTORS, INDUSTRIAL
CONTROL COMPONENTS, AND LOW VOLTAGE
SWITCHGEAR COMPONENTS. SUPPLY AND
DISTRIBUTION OF LAMPS, CABLES AND
ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF
RETROFIT SOLUTIONS PROJECTS. DESIGN,
INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING,
SUPPLY & MAINTENANCE OF FIRE DETECTION,
FIRE PROTECTION, EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM,
EMERGENCY LIGHTING & EVACUATION
SYSTEM. SUPPLY, TESTING, COMMISSIONING
AND MAINTENANCE OF CCTV, ACCESS
CONTROL, PA SYSTEM, STRUCTURED CABLING
(ELV SYSTEMS), ACTIVE & PASSIVE – DATA AND
VOICE COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, UNIFIED
SCIENTECHNIC LLC PLOT NUMBER 262-0, AL KHABAISI, AL COMMUNICATION AND ACCESSORIES. SALES
ITTIHAD ROAD, P.O. BOX 25490, DUBAI, OF ANTICIPANT CHEMICAL FOR THERMAL
DUBAI (HO) UNITED ARAB EMIRATES DESALINATION PLANT. SUPPLY OF LIGHTING
FIXTURES. SUPPLY AND COMMISSIONING OF
LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS. SUPPLY,
INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING OF
MV SWITCHGEAR, MV TRANSFORMERS, AC &
DC UPS. MAINTENANCE OF LMV
SWITCHGEARS, LMV TRANSFORMERS, LMV
CAPACITOR BANKS, AC AND DC UPS AND RMU.
CABLE JOINTING AND CABLE TERMINATION
SERVICES. SUPPLY OF ELECTRICAL,
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF ENGINEERING
SOLUTION, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION,
MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING FOR
INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM (ITS),
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM AND TUNNEL
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.

Certificate No.: DU005092 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.
Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management system
requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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ISO 9001:2015
Scope of certification

Site Name/Location Site Address Site Scope

RETAIL / WHOLESALE SALE OF SAFETY

SCIENTECHNIC LLC OFFICE 4 AND 5, QUEENEX BUILDING, AND FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT’S AND
MUSAFFAH SECTOR M16, ABU DHABI, DEVICES, INSTALLATION AND REPAIR OF
ABU DHABI UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND FIRE
EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS.

Certificate No.: DU005092 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.
Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management system
requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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PLOT NUMBER 262-0, AL KHABAISI, AL ITTIHAD ROAD, P.O. BOX 25490, DUBAI,
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

This is a multi-site certificate, additional site(s) are listed on the next page(s)

Bureau Veritas Certification Holding SAS – UK Branch certifies that the Management System of
the above organisation has been audited and found to be in accordance with the requirements
of the management system standards detailed below

ISO 14001:2015
Scope of certification
SUPPLY OF SIEMENS PLC’S, VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES, MOTORS, INDUSTRIAL CONTROL COMPONENTS, AND LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR
COMPONENTS. SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION OF LAMPS, CABLES AND ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF RETROFIT SOLUTIONS PROJECTS.
DESIGN, INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING, SUPPLY & MAINTENANCE OF FIRE DETECTION, FIRE PROTECTION, EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM,
EMERGENCY LIGHTING & EVACUATION SYSTEM. SUPPLY, TESTING, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF CCTV, ACCESS CONTROL, PA SYSTEM,
STRUCTURED CABLING (ELV SYSTEMS), ACTIVE & PASSIVE – DATA AND VOICE COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, UNIFIED COMMUNICATION AND
ACCESSORIES. SALES OF ANTICIPANT CHEMICAL FOR THERMAL DESALINATION PLANT. SUPPLY OF LIGHTING FIXTURES. SUPPLY AND
COMMISSIONING OF LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS. SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING OF MV SWITCHGEAR, MV TRANSFORMERS,
AC & DC UPS. MAINTENANCE OF LMV SWITCHGEARS, LMV TRANSFORMERS, LMV CAPACITOR BANKS, AC AND DC UPS AND RMU. CABLE JOINTING
AND CABLE TERMINATION SERVICES. SUPPLY OF ELECTRICAL, TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF ENGINEERING
SOLUTION, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION, MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING FOR INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM (ITS), TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM
AND TUNNEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.

Original Cycle Start Date: 04 December 2013

Expiry date of previous cycle: 03 December 2022

Certification / Recertification Audit date: 23 November 2022

Certification / Recertification cycle start date: 05 January 2023

Subject to the continued satisfactory operation of the

organization’s Management System, this certificate expires on: 03 December 2025

Certificate No.: DU005094 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.

Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management
system requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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 SCIENTECHNIC LLC

ISO 14001:2015
Scope of certification

Site Name/Location Site Address Site Scope

SUPPLY OF SIEMENS PLC’S, VARIABLE

FREQUENCY DRIVES, MOTORS, INDUSTRIAL
CONTROL COMPONENTS, AND LOW VOLTAGE
SWITCHGEAR COMPONENTS. SUPPLY AND
DISTRIBUTION OF LAMPS, CABLES AND
ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF
RETROFIT SOLUTIONS PROJECTS. DESIGN,
INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING,
SUPPLY & MAINTENANCE OF FIRE DETECTION,
FIRE PROTECTION, EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM,
EMERGENCY LIGHTING & EVACUATION
SYSTEM. SUPPLY, TESTING, COMMISSIONING
AND MAINTENANCE OF CCTV, ACCESS
CONTROL, PA SYSTEM, STRUCTURED CABLING
(ELV SYSTEMS), ACTIVE & PASSIVE – DATA AND
VOICE COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, UNIFIED
SCIENTECHNIC LLC PLOT NUMBER 262-0, AL KHABAISI, AL COMMUNICATION AND ACCESSORIES. SALES
ITTIHAD ROAD, P.O. BOX 25490, DUBAI, OF ANTICIPANT CHEMICAL FOR THERMAL
DUBAI (HO) UNITED ARAB EMIRATES DESALINATION PLANT. SUPPLY OF LIGHTING
FIXTURES. SUPPLY AND COMMISSIONING OF
LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS. SUPPLY,
INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING OF
MV SWITCHGEAR, MV TRANSFORMERS, AC &
DC UPS. MAINTENANCE OF LMV
SWITCHGEARS, LMV TRANSFORMERS, LMV
CAPACITOR BANKS, AC AND DC UPS AND RMU.
CABLE JOINTING AND CABLE TERMINATION
SERVICES. SUPPLY OF ELECTRICAL,
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF ENGINEERING
SOLUTION, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION,
MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING FOR
INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM (ITS),
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM AND TUNNEL
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.

Certificate No.: DU005094 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.
Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management system
requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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 SCIENTECHNIC LLC

ISO 14001:2015
Scope of certification

Site Name/Location Site Address Site Scope

RETAIL / WHOLESALE SALE OF SAFETY

SCIENTECHNIC LLC OFFICE 4 AND 5, QUEENEX BUILDING, AND FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT’S AND
MUSAFFAH SECTOR M16, ABU DHABI, DEVICES, INSTALLATION AND REPAIR OF
ABU DHABI UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND FIRE
EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS.

Certificate No.: DU005094 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.
Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management system
requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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 SCIENTECHNIC LLC

PLOT NUMBER 262-0, AL KHABAISI, AL ITTIHAD ROAD, P.O. BOX 25490, DUBAI,
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

This is a multi-site certificate, additional site(s) are listed on the next page(s)

Bureau Veritas Certification Holding SAS – UK Branch certifies that the Management System of
the above organisation has been audited and found to be in accordance with the requirements
of the management system standards detailed below

ISO 45001:2018
Scope of certification
SUPPLY OF SIEMENS PLC’S, VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES, MOTORS, INDUSTRIAL CONTROL COMPONENTS, AND LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR
COMPONENTS. SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION OF LAMPS, CABLES AND ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF RETROFIT SOLUTIONS PROJECTS.
DESIGN, INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING, SUPPLY & MAINTENANCE OF FIRE DETECTION, FIRE PROTECTION, EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM,
EMERGENCY LIGHTING & EVACUATION SYSTEM. SUPPLY, TESTING, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF CCTV, ACCESS CONTROL, PA SYSTEM,
STRUCTURED CABLING (ELV SYSTEMS), ACTIVE & PASSIVE – DATA AND VOICE COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, UNIFIED COMMUNICATION AND
ACCESSORIES. SALES OF ANTICIPANT CHEMICAL FOR THERMAL DESALINATION PLANT. SUPPLY OF LIGHTING FIXTURES. SUPPLY AND
COMMISSIONING OF LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS. SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING OF MV SWITCHGEAR, MV TRANSFORMERS,
AC & DC UPS. MAINTENANCE OF LMV SWITCHGEARS, LMV TRANSFORMERS, LMV CAPACITOR BANKS, AC AND DC UPS AND RMU. CABLE JOINTING
AND CABLE TERMINATION SERVICES. SUPPLY OF ELECTRICAL, TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF ENGINEERING
SOLUTION, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION, MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING FOR INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM (ITS), TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM
AND TUNNEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.

Original Cycle Start Date: 17 March 2021

Expiry date of previous cycle: 03 December 2022

Certification / Recertification Audit date: 23 November 2022

Certification / Recertification cycle start date: 05 January 2023

Subject to the continued satisfactory operation of the

organization’s Management System, this certificate expires on: 03 December 2025

Certificate No.: DU005093 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.

Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management
system requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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 SCIENTECHNIC LLC

ISO 45001:2018
Scope of certification

Site Name/Location Site Address Site Scope

SUPPLY OF SIEMENS PLC’S, VARIABLE

FREQUENCY DRIVES, MOTORS, INDUSTRIAL
CONTROL COMPONENTS, AND LOW VOLTAGE
SWITCHGEAR COMPONENTS. SUPPLY AND
DISTRIBUTION OF LAMPS, CABLES AND
ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF
RETROFIT SOLUTIONS PROJECTS. DESIGN,
INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING,
SUPPLY & MAINTENANCE OF FIRE DETECTION,
FIRE PROTECTION, EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM,
EMERGENCY LIGHTING & EVACUATION
SYSTEM. SUPPLY, TESTING, COMMISSIONING
AND MAINTENANCE OF CCTV, ACCESS
CONTROL, PA SYSTEM, STRUCTURED CABLING
(ELV SYSTEMS), ACTIVE & PASSIVE – DATA AND
VOICE COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS, UNIFIED
SCIENTECHNIC LLC PLOT NUMBER 262-0, AL KHABAISI, AL COMMUNICATION AND ACCESSORIES. SALES
ITTIHAD ROAD, P.O. BOX 25490, DUBAI, OF ANTICIPANT CHEMICAL FOR THERMAL
DUBAI (HO) UNITED ARAB EMIRATES DESALINATION PLANT. SUPPLY OF LIGHTING
FIXTURES. SUPPLY AND COMMISSIONING OF
LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS. SUPPLY,
INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING OF
MV SWITCHGEAR, MV TRANSFORMERS, AC &
DC UPS. MAINTENANCE OF LMV
SWITCHGEARS, LMV TRANSFORMERS, LMV
CAPACITOR BANKS, AC AND DC UPS AND RMU.
CABLE JOINTING AND CABLE TERMINATION
SERVICES. SUPPLY OF ELECTRICAL,
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
PRODUCTS. PROVISION OF ENGINEERING
SOLUTION, SUPPLY, IMPLEMENTATION,
MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING FOR
INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM (ITS),
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM AND TUNNEL
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.

Certificate No.: DU005093 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.
Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management system
requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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 SCIENTECHNIC LLC

ISO 45001:2018
Scope of certification

Site Name/Location Site Address Site Scope

RETAIL / WHOLESALE SALE OF SAFETY

SCIENTECHNIC LLC OFFICE 4 AND 5, QUEENEX BUILDING, AND FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT’S AND
MUSAFFAH SECTOR M16, ABU DHABI, DEVICES, INSTALLATION AND REPAIR OF
ABU DHABI UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND FIRE
EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS.

Certificate No.: DU005093 Rev: 1 Issue date: 05 January 2023

Certification Body Address: 5th Floor, 66 Prescot Street, London, E1 8HG, United Kingdom

Local Office: Bureau Veritas - Dubai Branch, 2nd Floor, Block C, Al Hudaiba Awards Building,
Jumeirah Road with 2nd December Interchange, Dubai, U.A.E.
Further clarifications regarding the scope and validity of this certificate, and the applicability of the management system
requirements, please call: +971 4 307 4400

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Specification
 MOI-20/2-AD/SEW PROJECT
ON PLOT NO. P2, AL RIYADH, AL SHAMKHA CITY
AT SWEIHAN, ABU DHABI, UAE

SECTION – 26 05 19

LOW VOLTAGE
ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

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INDEX

PART 1 – GENERAL Page No.

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENT 2

1.2 SUMMARY 2
1.3 ACTION SUBMITTAL 2
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE 2
1.5 CODES AND STANDARDS 2
1.6 SUBMITTALS 3

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 SERVICE AND INSTALLATION CONDITIONS 3

2.2 CONDUCTORS AND CABLES 4
2.3 GENERAL 8
2.4 DATA TO BE FURNISHED BY THE MANUFACTURER 9
2.5 APPLICATION 9
2.6 CONNECTORS AND SPLICES 10
2.7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 10
2.8 TEMPORARY WIRING 10

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES 10

3.2 FIRE BARRIERS 12
3.3 CABLE INSTALLED UNDERGROUND 12
3.4 CABLE AND CABLE TRENCH MARKER 12
3.5 CONNECTION, JOINTING AND TERMINATION 13
3.6 IDENTIFICATION 13
3.7 SLEEVE AND SLEEVE-SEAL INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL PENETRATIONS 14
3.8 FIRE STOPPING 14
3.9 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL 14
3.10 CONTRACTOR’S EQUIPMENT 14
3.11 AS LAID/BUILT DRAWINGS 14

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GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

1.1.1 Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division
01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY
1.2.1 Section Includes:
 Building wires and cables rated 600 V and less.
 Connectors, splices, and terminations rated 600 V and less.
 Definitions
 LSF, LSZH: Low Smoke Zero Halogen.
 PVC: Polyvinyl Chloride.
 XLPE: Cross-Linked Polyethylene.
 CMT: Ceramic Mica Tape.
 SWA: Steel Wire Armored.
 AWA: Aluminum Wire Armored.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

1.3.1 Product Data: For each type of product.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Federal Electricity and Water Authority (ADDC) latest revision/amendment of the Electricity Wiring Regulation
issued by DOE Design, manufacture, testing and method of installation of all apparatus and materials furnished
under requirements of the\se specifications shall conform to latest publications or standard rules of the follow-
ing codes and standards to the extent specified herein. When an edit\ion date is not indicated for a Code or
Standard the latest edition enforces at the time of proposal submitted shall apply.
1.4.2 Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings (IEE), (BS) London.
1.4.3 Department of Civil Defense requirements
1.4.4 The Quality Control/Quality Assurance duties shall be performed by the Contractor. The system of quality con-
trol verification shall be in accordance with ISO 9000 standards of quality assurance.

1.5 CODES AND STANDARDS

1.5.1 The cables design, material and performance shall conform except where otherwise specified, with the latest
issues and amendments of the following codes and standards.
 IEC 60227 Power and Lighting PVC insulated cable.
 IEC 60228 Conductors of insulated cables
 IEC 60502 Extruded solid dielectric insulated power cables for rated voltages from 1 kV up to 30 kV.
 IEC 60332 Fire resisting characteristics of electrical cables (where specified)
 IEC 60331-1, IEC 60331-2, IEC 60331-3 Tests on electric cables under fire conditions.
 IEC 60811 Common test methods for insulating and sheathing of electrical cable.
 IEC 60287 Calculation of the continuous current rating of cables.
 BS 6346 PVC insulated cables for electricity supply.
 BS 6004 PVC insulated cables (non armoured) for electric power and lighting.
 EEMUA 133 Underground cable protected against solvent penetration and corrosive attack.
 BS 5467 XLPE insulated armoured cables for electrical supply

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 BS 6724 XLPE insulated armoured LSF sheathed cables

1.5.2 Cable terminations shall comply with the following specifications:

 BS 1858 Bitumen based compounds for electrical purposes
 BS EN 61238-1 Performance of mechanical and compression Joints in electric cable and wire connectors
 BS 6121 Mechanical cable glands for elastomer and plastic Insulated cables
 BS 6910 Cold pour resin compound and heat shrink cable joints in the voltage range up to 1000 V AC and
1500 V AC
1.5.3 Where conflicts exist between the requirements of this specification and other drawings, standards, codes and
specifications, the most stringent shall be applied.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

1.6.1 The Contractor shall submit the following drawings and documents related with each electrical system for Im-
plement Engineering Consultant approval:
 Submit full technical details including cable sizing calculations and catalogue including information of each
type of cable or wire proposed approval before ordering
 Submit copy of test certificates from the manufacturer or an independent testing authority confirming that
cables comply with the Specifications
 Submit certificate of origin of cables.
 Submit exact route of the cable runs and relevant items in the shop drawings, including fixing details and
termination details
 Original catalogues for various proposed components.
 Schedule of Accessories and Fittings.
 Related work shop drawings and schematic diagrams.
 The Cables sizes shown on the drawings have not yet been approved by ADDC, the contractor should com-
ply with all /any comments for cable sizes by the authority ADDC without any extra cost or any time impact
and the contractor shall allow for any possible changes in his bidding price.

PART 1 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SERVICE AND INSTALLATION CONDITIONS

2.1.1 The cable shall be suitable for continuous operation in desert locations under high ambient temperatures and
humidity. The atmosphere is to be considered saliferous, sulphurous, dusty and with high concentrations of
windburn sand as commonly encountered in petrochemical installations in the Middle East. The possibility of
condensation, as experienced during large temperature fluctuations in humid atmosphere, shall be taken into
account.
2.1.2 Cables shall be installed as stated below:
2.1.2.1 Directly buried in the ground or in formed concrete trenches with backfill.
2.1.2.2 Fastened to cable ladder rack or tray in the open air exposed to direct sunlight or within buildings.
2.1.2.3 In underground ducts.
2.1.2.4 Unless specified otherwise the following site conditions shall apply:
 Design temperature (Outdoor) : + 50o C
 Surface temperature due to solar radiation : + 85o C
 Maximum ambient air temperature- shade : + 55o C
 Minimum ambient air temperature : + 5o C
 Altitude not exceeding : 1000m AMSL
 Maximum relative humidity at 38o C : 95%
 Ground temperature : + 35o C
 Soil thermal resistively : 2.0o C m/w
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2.2 CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

Cables covered in this specification will be used on 400 V 3 phase, 4 wire 50 Hz neutral solidly earthed systems.
Cable Construction shall be as follows:

2.2.1 600/1000V Low voltage XLPE insulated, PVC inner sheath, SWA, PVC outer sheathed power and control
cables.
 Conductors: Stranded annealed high conductivity copper. Circular or shaped section
 Cable shall comprise of plain copper, stranded circular conductors insulated with an adequate
thickness of extruded cross linked polyethylene (XLPE)
 Conductors shall be laid up together and warmed circular with suitable performed fillers and
warnings, bound with polythene terephthalate (PTP) tape and covered with an the outer sheath of
cable which shall be an extruded layer of polyvinyl chloride colored black, intrinsically flame
retardant and anti termite protected and cables shall meet the requirements of IEC 60332-3-
22/23/24 .
 Armoured multicore cable shall have steel wire armouring and extruded sheath of black PVC
 Armoured single core cable shall have aluminum wire armouring and extruded sheath of black PVC.
 Outer sheath of single core cables shall be at least 2.5 mm thick
 Conductor screen: non-metallic comprising either semi-conducting tape or a layer of extruded
semi-conducting material
 Prevent void formation in insulation by careful control of its passage through temperature graded
water baths
 Cable shall be terminated with compression glands as specified below, giving adequate mechanical
support by locking on the armour and ensuring high earth continuity.
 Armoured single core cable from transformer to LV Panels shall have copper wire armouring as per
ADDC.
 Up to four cores colored (Red, Yellow, Blue, Black). All control cables shall be colored white with
black numbers along the length of cores at 150mm intervals.

2.2.2 PVC/SWA/PVC Cable

 Cables shall be 600/1000V grade complying with BS 6346, copper core, PVC insulated, extruded
PVC bedded, steel wire armoured and PVC sheathed.
 Conductors shall be high conductivity stranded copper conductors complying with BS 6360, each
conductor core shall be of the same cross-sectional area.
 The insulation of cores shall be PVC type TI1 complying with BS 6746.
 The bedding shall be an extruded layer of type TM1 compound complying with the requirements of
BS 6746.
 Each core of the cable shall be identified by the appropriate colour as specified in BS 6346
throughout the whole of the insulation.
 Wire armour shall consist of a single layer of galvanized steel wire of sizes as shown in the
appropriate table in BS 6346 and comply with BS 1442.
 The oversheath of the cables shall be an extruded layer of black PVC complying with the
requirements of BS 6746 type TM1 compound and shall comply with the requirements of IEC
60332 for flame retardance. The PVC material shall contain approved anti-termite additives.

2.2.3 450/750V PVC insulated single core cable (wire) for use in conduit
 Cable shall be to BS 7211, rated 450/750 V, with high conductivity copper conductors and extruded
polyvinyl chloride (color red, yellow, blue, black etc, as required) insulation.
 Colour coding shall be in accordance with table 51 A of BS 7671.

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 Wires shall be continuous from outlet to outlet and no splice shall be made except within outlet
and junction boxes. A separate neutral wire shall be provided for each circuit. Wires shall be left
sufficiently long enough (minimum 150 mm) to permit making final connections.

2.2.4 600/1000V PVC Insulated PVC Sheathed (PVC/PVC) Cable:

 To BS 6346, 600/1000V Grade, or to BS 6004, 300/500 V Grade
 Flat twin and three core cable shall be to BS 6004 and incorporate an earth conductor placed
between the red and black cores for two core cable and between the yellow and blue cores for
three core cable
 Conductor: annealed high conductivity copper, stranded, shaped and laid in an approved manner.
 PVC for sheath and insulation: to BS 6724

2.2.5 Mineral Insulated Cables:

 To BS 6207: Part 1, rated 600/1000 V
 Cable shall comprise of a pressure packed magnesium oxide insulation contained within a
continuous soft ductile copper sheath and copper conductors embedded in the dielectric in
standard formation.
 Cable termination kit shall comprise of conductor insulation of neoprene sleeving retained by cone
shaped beads beneath a fiber sealing disc. Each conductor shall be identified with regard to phase
etc, by means of sleeving placed over the neoprene insulation.
 Cable seals shall comprise of screw-in-pot type seals, with brass ring glands designed to
accommodate the pot seal.

2.2.6 Heat Resistant and High Temperature cable:

 To BS 6500, or BS 6004 300/500 V grade, designated EPR (ethylene polypropylene rubber)
insulated HOFR sheathedor EPR insulated OFR sheathed, at 105 °C (heat resistant and high
temperature cable shall be used for all lighting wiring).
 Conductor(s) shall be flexible class 5 tinned copper to BS EN 60228.
 Insulation shall be type GP.1 to BS 7655-2-2. Outer sheath shall be HOFR (heat, oil, fume resistant)
or OFR (oil and fume resistant) sheath type RS3 to BS 7655-2-2 and flame retardant to IEC 60332-1-
2, temperature rating 105 °C.
 High temperature cable shall be to BS 6500 or BS 6007, designated 300/500 V grade silicone
insulated glass braided, 180 °C.
 Conductors shall be flexible class tinned copper to BS EN 60228.. Insulation shall be silicone rubber
type EI 2 to BS 7655-2-2. Outer sheath shall be treated glass fibre braid, temperature rating 180 °C.

2.2.7 Fire Resistant Cables

 Cables for high temperature appliances (e.g. electric heaters, irons, pendent lighting, connections
within luminaires etc. ) must be heat resistant rubber or PVC insulated , with over sheath, stranded
copper conductor and comply with BSEN 50525Fire Resistant Cable – General
 Power supply cables feeding power to equipment such as lifts and other lift safety equipment shall
be fire rated cables.
 Fire resistant cables shall be used for all equipments related to life safety including but not limited
to the following:
 Emergency lighting circuits (Central Battery System).
 Elevators.
 Fire Pump
 Fire Alarm Control Panel.
 Complete Fire Alarm Cabling.

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 Fire Resistant Cables: (Single core up to 25mm²)

 Shall be LSZH rated for 450/750V to BS7629.
 The cable shall meet categories CWZ of BS6387 and shall pass the test requirements of
IEC60331. The cable shall comply with BS EN 50268-2 on smoke emissions and has acid
gas emissions <0.5% when tested to BS6425-1.
 Cable shall be flame retardant to IEC 60332-1-2 and reduced flame propagation to IEC
60332-3-24 category C.
o The cables shall have the approvals of British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC)
approved to BS7629 and Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) approved to
BS6387, category CWZ and BS7629.
 Shall have annealed copper conductors complying BS EN 60228
 Cable shall be suitable for wiring in conduit or in trunking. All cables shall be installed in
accordance with the appropriate regulations, including IEE or any other national
legislation.
 The cables shall not be used in hazardous areas, zones, 0, 1 and 2 as defined in BS EN
60079-1
 Shall be suitable for continuous operation at temperatures up to 90ºC.

 Fire Resistant Cables (Multi-Core Up to 400mm²)

 Fire resistant cable shall maintain circuit integrity during a fire.

 Shall be Fire Protection ,BS 6207: Part 1, rated 600/1000 V, conductor covered with MICA tape
and XLPE insulated and LSZH .
 Shall be available in multi-core designs from 1.0mm2 to 400mm2 in 2, 3, and 4 Core. Shall
be Fire resistant to IEC60331 and comply with BS6387 categories CWZ. Shall be approved
by Loss Prevention Certification to BS 6387, categories CWZ.
 Shall be suitable for use to satisfy the requirements of the BS 9999 for the operation of
equipment in the event of fire. Shall be a low smoke zero halogen (LSZH®) cable, which
produces very low quantities of smoke, and virtually no acidic gas, satisfying BS6724.
 Shall be to IEC 60332-1-2 with reduced flame propagation to IEC 60332-3-22/23/24.
 Armored cable that is highly resistant to third party damage. Easy handling and
installation so similar in design to familiar armored cable, no special installation skills are
required. Shall be rated for 600/1000V and shall be surge resistant.
 The cable shall meet the requirements of IEC60331 and BS6387 categories CWZ. When
the complete cable is tested in accordance with BS6724 or with BS EN 50268-2. It shall
meet the minimum light transmittance requirements as stated in BS6724 or BS EN 50268-
2. When tested in accordance with BS EN 50267-1, all non-metallic components shall give
a level of HCI not greater than 0.5%.
 Shall meet the requirements of IEC 60332-3-24 category C.
 Shall meet the approval of British Approval Service for Cables (BASEC) approved to
BS7846.
o LPCB approved to BS6387, categories CWZ for cables up to 20 mm overall diameter.
o Additional tests passed and witnessed by recognized third parties e.g. Lloyd’s
Register.
o Approved by Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority with current registration
certification.
 Shall be plain copper stranded circular conductor complying with BS EN 60228.
 Insulation – Mica/Glass Fire Resistant tape covered by an extruded cross-linked insulation
complying with BS7655 type GP8 or type GP6, operating temperature 90ºC.
 Cores identified as follows:
o 2 Core black, red
o 3 Core red, yellow, blue
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o 4 Core red, yellow, blue, black

 Cores are laid up with fillers and binder tape as appropriate.
 Bedding – Extruded layer of LSOH® bedding compound.
 Armour – Single layer of galvanized steel wires.
 Outer Sheath – extruded LSOH® sheath complying with BS7655 type LTS 1.
 All cables shall be installed in accordance with the appropriate regulations including IEE
Wiring Regulations or any other national regulations.

2.2.8 Flexible Cord

 Flexible cord shall comply with BS6007, PVC insulated with flame retardant white circular PVC
oversheath to BS 6500 at 450/750V grade.
 Flexible cord shall be multi-strand copper conductor insulated by vulcanized rubber, PVC, butyl
rubber, ethylene propylene rubber (epv), silicon rubber or glass fiber. Cord shall be twin or three
core with colour code brown for line, blue for neutral and green/yellow for earth complete with
PVC or CSP (chlorosulphorated polythene) shealth.
 Cord shall have cross-section area of not less than 0.75 sq. mm and shall be held firmly by cord
grips provided in plugs.
 Cords shall be used for pendant fixtures, portable lamps, portable appliances and stationary
equipment. Cord shall not be permanently fastened to building surfaces and shall not pass through
holes in wall, ceiling, floor, door-way and window.

2.2.9 Cable Glands

 Cable glands shall be used for terminating cables to switch gear, switch boards, motor control
centers, motors and other equipment
 They shall be brass compression glands and comply with the relevant part of BS 6121, except for
MICC cables, which shall comply with BS EN 60702-2.
 Glands for armoured or screened cables shall have suitable clamps.
 External compression glands shall have close fitting PVC shrouds, earthing for armouring and
metallic sheaths: suitable brass or copper clamps and copper strip conductor in accordance with
local power authority requirements, and not less than 2.5 sq. mm.

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2.2.10 Cable Sealing Compounds

 Shall: be tropical grade to BS 1858 or BS 6910 and approved by cable manufacturer, of an oil-
resisting compound where the difference in level between cable ends exceeds 6 m.

2.2.11 Cleats:
 Shall be approved claw type cast aluminum, gunmetal, plastic or brass of approved type, two bolts
fixing for cables greater than 50 mm diameter

2.2.12 Cable Markers:

 Shall be precast concrete, minimum size 300 x 300 mm x 100 mm deep.
 The markers shall be engraved “HV CABLE”, “ELECTRIC LV CABLE”, “ELV CABLE”, “EARTH PIT” or
“CABLE JOINT”, as applicable cable marker construction

2.3 General
2.3.1 Cables shall be drummed in maximum continuous lengths on non-returnable cable drums. Cables ends shall be
sealed and fixed to the drum. Cable drums shall be fitted with battens, fixed around the entire
periphery of the drum.
2.3.2 All cable drums shall have their identification reference clearly stenciled on the outside of both flanges.
2.3.3 Drum identification labels shall be attached on the outside and inside of the drum flange. Labels shall be robust
and non-fading and give the following information.
 Drum identification number
 Voltage grade
 Cable construction (i.e. XLPE, PVC, SWA, and PVC).
 Number of cores and cross sectional area.
 Cable quality
 Purchase order number and item number
 Manufacturer’s name
2.3.4 In addition to the information required by the specified standards, the following information shall be embossed
every one meter along the entire cable length on the external surface of the outer sheath.
 Number of Cores
 Size of Conductor
 Voltage rating
 Manufacturer’s name
 Remaining cable length - Example: 4 Core 25 Sq.mm 1 kV grade. (XYZ Company).
2.3.5 Cable specification and manufacture must be consistent throughout each wired system. All cable utilized must
be continuously run from source to termination, without any through jointing included.
2.3.6 Cable must be adequately stored and protected from damage pending installation and also during installation
until permanent protection is affected.
2.3.7 Cable reels must be supported on purpose formed support frames and under no circumstance shall cable be
drawn from reels laid on the ground. This shall be strictly enforced as the Consultant's condemnation of any ca-
ble that is considered to have been abused will involve total replacement at cost to the Contractor.
2.3.8 The cross sectional area of every cable shall be suitable for carrying the maximum sustained load current under
normal conditions and shall be selected in accordance with IEE Regulations. The cross sectional area of the neu-
tral conductor for 3-phase circuits shall be equal to the cross sectional area of the phase conductors. The cables
shall be selected such that the drop in voltage from the origin of the installation to any point in the installation
does not exceed 4% of the nominal voltage when the conductors are carrying the full load current, but disre-
garding starting conditions. Voltage drop calculation shall be submitted for approval and the cross sectional area
of the cable shall be increased accordingly if required to meet the above mentioned requirement without any
extra cost.
2.3.9 The cables connected in parallel shall be of the same type, cross sectional area, length and disposition and be
arranged so as to carry substantially equal load currents.

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2.3.10 Where cables are to be connected to bus bars, breakers etc. The insulation and/or sheath shall be removed for a
distance of 150mm from the connection and replaced by suitable heat-resisting insulation.
2.3.11 The wire armor of single core cables in the same circuit shall be bounded together at both ends.

2.4 DATA TO BE FURNISHED BY THE MANUFACTURER

The following data shall be furbished by the manufacturers
 Insulation thickness
 Diameter under armor
 Diameter over armor
 Overall diameter
 Current rating in air and ground for the ambient conditions specified.
 Resistance, reactance per KM.
 Maximum continuous drum length for each size of cable.
 Maximum pulling tension.

2.5 APPLICATION
2.5.1 Wire and cable installed in rigid conduits shall be single core PVC insulated.
2.5.2 Wire and cable installed in cable trays shall be copper, PVC or XLPE insulated for power circuits.
2.5.3 All indoor power cables shall be XLPE insulated, armored type, PVC sheathed, as required copper conductor ca-
bles of 600/1000V grade (for size of cable 4 mm2 and above sizes) as per BS 5467.
2.5.4 All lighting distribution wiring shall be PVC insulated wiring cables non-armored to BS6004 enclosing/conduit.
2.5.5 All control cables shall be XLPE insulated, armored, PVC sheathed, 2.5 mm2 copper conductor cables of
600/1000V grade as per BS 5467.
2.5.6 Fire resistant cables shall be used for emergency services.
2.5.7 No cables smaller than 1.5 mm2 shall be used and cables of 2.5 mm2 and above shall be multistring.
2.5.8 All earth cables shall be of similar size to the phase conductor up to size 16mm2. For larger cable sizes, earth
conductor shall be reduced to 50%.
2.5.9 Home runs exceeding 25m in length to distribution boards shall be minimum 6 mm2 unless otherwise stated.
2.5.10 Color code phase conductors as follows:
 3 phase - red, yellow, blue
 1 phase - red, yellow, blue
 Control wiring - White with black numbers along the length of cores at 150mm interval with cable
marker to match the diagrams at each point of connection and termination.
 Neutrals shall be color coded black.
 Earth wires shall be color-coded green/yellow striped.
 All conductors shall have the color impregnated into the insulation at the time of manufacture.
 Painting of conductor insulation will not be accepted.
2.1.1 Cables shall be as indicated in the power cable schedule (Electrical load schedule and schematic diagram).

2.6 CONNECTORS AND SPLICES

Description: Factory-fabricated connectors and splices of size, ampacity rating, material, type, and class for ap-
plication and service indicated.

2.7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

2.7.1 Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in BS 7671, by a qualified testing
agency, and marked for intended location and application.
2.7.2 Comply with BS 7671

2.8 TEMPORARY WIRING

2.8.1 No part of the new installations shall be connected temporarily to the Supply Authority's mains without the
approval of the Consultant and the Authority.

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2.8.2 All temporary lighting and electric wiring which the Contractor may require, must be provided by the Contractor
who will be responsible for all charges for electricity consumed as stated in the Contract conditions.
2.8.3 Temporary wiring and connections executed by the Contractor to the instructions of the Consultant shall be
arranged in accordance with the IEE Regulations. Where the ambient air temperature is in excess of 50ºC. Heat
resisting silicon rubber cables shall be used for temporary connection. Where such cables may be subject to me-
chanical damage they shall be protected by conduit.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

3.1.1 Construct temporary scaffolds to protect existing live cables from physical damage during the installation of
electric cables or steel structure/piping around the existing cable trays.
3.1.2 Exercise utmost care when handling and relocating old armored cables to avoid damaging or cracking the insula-
tion. Minimum bending radius for an old cable is double the allowable bending radius of a similar size new cable.
Allow enough space for long radius when installing cable trays and cable ladders.
3.1.3 Relocated cables to be tested for integrity of conductors and insulators immediately after relocation. Replace
damaged cables as soon as they fail the test or show weakness beyond acceptable limits per applicable stand-
ards.
3.1.4 Complete raceway installation between conductor and cable termination points according to Section 260533
"Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems" prior to pulling conductors and cables.
3.1.5 Use manufacturer-approved pulling compound or lubricant where necessary; compound used must not deterio-
rate conductor or insulation. Do not exceed manufacturer's recommended maximum pulling tensions and side-
wall pressure values.
3.1.6 Use pulling means, including fish tape, cable, rope, and basket-weave wire/cable grips that will not damage ca-
bles or raceway.
3.1.7 Install exposed cables parallel and perpendicular to surfaces of exposed structural members, and follow surface
contours where possible.
3.1.8 Support cables according to Section 260529 "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems."
3.1.9 Complete cable tray systems installation according to Section 260536 "Cable Trays for Electrical Systems" prior
to installing conductors and cables.
3.1.10 Pull cable into position by hand, where possible using an adequate number of operative roller guides suitably
positioned along cable length.
3.1.11 Obtain approval of pulling cables by winch or similar appliance when pulling by winch or the like, fit a suitable
tension gauge into the haulage line between winch and cable. Pulling tension shall not exceed the limit recom-
mended by the cable manufacturer.
3.1.12 Do not allow cable to twist or rotate about its longitudinal axis
3.1.13 Lay 3 phase groups of single core cables in trefoil formation. If this is not possible obtain instructions.
3.1.14 Install cables to allow any one cable to be subsequently removed without disturbing the remainder
3.1.15 Install cables to allow any one cable to be subsequently removed without disturbing the remainder
3.1.16 All wiring of multi-point circuits shall be carried out in a 'looping-in' system and joints and connections other
than those required for the connection of switches, fuses, socket outlets, motors, etc, shall not be allowed.
3.1.17 PVC cables shall not be in direct contact with any form of polystyrene used in the building.
3.1.18 PVC cables shall not enter any luminaire or heat-producing equipment. In the case of tungsten luminaries, heat-
resisting cables shall be installed from the luminaries to the lighting switches or equivalent. In the case of fluo-
rescent luminaries high temperature PVC cables shall be installed from the lighting switch or equivalent. In the
case of recessed tungsten and fluorescent luminaries and heat producing/emitting equipment having final con-
nections effected using flexible cables, final connections shall be made using heat-resistant flexible cables.
3.1.19 Where cables are permitted to traverse channel-ways or similar on continuously mounted fluorescent luminar-
ies, heat-resistant cables shall be used throughout.

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3.1.20 Soldered connections or lugs shall not be permitted. All conductors requiring bolted connection shall be termi-
nated with compression lugs using an automatic compression crimp tool which will only release after the correct
crimp depth has been obtained. All bolted connections shall have spring washers. Pinch screw terminals may not
be used for conductors greater than 6.0 MM2.
3.1.21 All single strand cables shall be doubled back on themselves when terminations are made.
3.1.22 PVC cables shall not be used for final connections to any appliances containing a heating element or any appli-
ance emitting heat. Where flexible conduit is used a final connection wiring medium, heat-resistant cables shall
be used and these shall commence at the solid conduit end of the flexible conduit provided it is not in a heated
area. If this is not possible, heat-resistant cables shall be run back to the first switch not in a hot area.
3.1.23 PVC cables shall not exceed the capacity of the conduit or trunking. The installations shall comply strictly with
the IEE Wiring Regulations regarding capacity of conduits and trunking for 450/750 V cables, but a space factor
of 40% shall not be exceeded for trunking.
3.1.24 Circuit protective conductors shall be used throughout the installation and these cables shall be the same grade
and temperature rating of the live conductors of the circuit. The conduit and/or the trunking system shall not
be used exclusively as a circuit protective medium. Circuit protective conductors shall be colored green and yel-
low.
3.1.25 The cross-sectional area of protective conductors shall be in strict accordance with the requirements of the IEE
Wiring Regulations.
3.1.26 Clip cables neatly to tray with cable separation and support spacing as recommended by the manufacturer.
3.1.27 Where more than two power cables are run together, provide a cable tray. Secure cables with cleats, saddles or
ties as appropriate for location and use spacers where more than one layer is required.
3.1.28 Terminate all single conductor cables entering steel cabinets in a non-ferrous plate.

3.2 FIRE BARRIERS

Where conduit, ducting and/or trunking pass through fire-resistant structural elements such as walls and floors
designated as fire barriers, the openings made shall be sealed according to the appropriate degree of fire re-
sistance. In addition to this external fire barrier, an internal fire-resistant barrier shall also be provided to pre-
vent the spread of fires.

3.3 CABLES INSTALLED UNDERGROUND

 LV and HV cables shall be laid at depths not less than 700 mm and 1000 mm, respectively,
measured from the final finished ground level after all earthworks have been completed
 A 100 mm layer of dune sand shall be provided on the bottom of the cable trench for the cables to
lie on. The cables shall be covered by a further 100 mm layer of sand before the trench is backfilled
 Cables inside PVC sleeves or direct buried (where applicable) shall be protected by precast
concrete tiles, as specified above, laid above the top layer of sand
 Protection for all cables inside PVC sleeves run in traffic way / road crossing and where shown on
drawings shall be through concrete encasement
 PVC warning tape shall be provided above the cables or concrete tiles, after partial backfilling and
approximately 300 mm below finished ground level. All backfilling shall be with dune sand free
from stones on other hard particles
 Concrete cable markers shall be provided at:
 Every 20 m for straight runs
 Road crossings
 Joints
 Deviations
 Entries to buildings
 Entries to draw pits
 Inspect the cable installation at each of the different stages above.
 Prefabricated concrete troughs or preformed trenches in which cables are laid shall be filled with
clean sand to provide the top layer of cables with a minimum of 75mm cover, or be completely
filled with sand if this should be required by circumstances.
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 Prefabricated cable troughs, partly or wholly filled with sand shall be closed using prefabricated
concrete covers. Such covers shall be provided, by the Contractor, to meet any particular load
bearing requirements but shall not be less than adequate for use as a footpath.
 Preformed trenches shall be sand filled and closed by floating over with concrete of adequate
strength and thickness.
 The use of chequer plating and other materials for closing cable troughs, trenches, etc. shall be
confined to those conditions where such special treatment is fully justified technically and
economically and shall be agreed by Implement Engineering Consultant.
 Power cables operating at voltages of 400 volts and above shall not be routed below ‘jacked-up’
typed unfixed flooring systems in any internal area unless unavoidable for the purpose of supplying
equipment installed on the flooring system. In such cases the power cables must be totally
enclosed within a steel trunking, conduit, etc., over their entire route length below the flooring
system irrespective of the type of cable used.
 Cable trench and prefabricated trough depths should not normally have less than 500mm. The
above shall be varied according to the requirements of actual site conditions and cable routes to
provide adequate safeguard against, for example, erosion, soft ground conditions and mechanical
damage, etc. The maximum thickness of any one group of cables shall not exceed 75mm unless
otherwise agreed with the Consultant.
 All cables installed underground in areas subject to vehicular traffic (street, driveway, road
crossing, parking slots …. Etc or any other areas as directed by the engineer) shall be run inside
uPVC sleeves and shall be protected by concrete encasement duct bank with details and dimension
to the Engineer approval, any duct bank should have at least 20 % spare uPVC sleeves or minimum
no’s of 2 whichever greater.

3.4 CABLE AND CABLE TRENCH MARKER

 All cables shall be fitted with indestructible identification bands of stainless steel at each end and
then over their entire length at 30 meter intervals, at all points where they enter and leave ducts,
and at changes in direction, etc.
 Concrete or slabs covering cable trenches shall be coloured for identification purposes. Similarly
where cables run under floors, markers shall be employed to clearly define the extent of the cable
way over the entire route.
 The route of underground electric cables shall be marked at 30 meter interval by permanent
markers posts. They shall be reinforced concrete units fitted with 150 mm x 150 mm x 2.5 mm
thick stainless steel square plate inserts bearing electrical cable trenches or HV electrical cable or
similar to the present marking at site in English and Arabic. The marker post shall extend above
ground level or shall be flush with the final ground level according to the site and THE Consultant’s
requirements. Two or more markers shall be visible from any point on the route and markers shall
be placed at any divergence from the straight.
 The location of all underground power cables shall be clearly identifiable throughout their route
length by means of a polyethylene board laid in the ground at 300mm below actual finish
ground/floor level and above each cable. The board shall be colored red and continuously marked,
with black indelible lettering of not less than 12mm high, to read the following message in both
Arabic & English:
- “CAUTION BURIED ELECTRIC CABLE 300mm BELOW”
 A sample of the polyethylene board with detailed technical data shall be submitted to THE
Consultant for approval prior to any cable laying works being carried out.

3.5 CONNECTIONS, JOINTING AND TERMINATIONS

 Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturer's published torque-
tightening values. If manufacturer's torque values are not indicated, use those specified in UL
486A-486B.

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 All cable conductors shall be fitted with a correctly sized cable socket or thimble and a means of
identification. The cable sockets may be of the sweated or crimped compression types. If for the
former the solder should have a melting point of not less than 185 Deg. C. and if for the latter they
must be the appropriate tools as specified by the manufacturers of the joint connectors. The cable
terminations shall be made following the positive identification of the conductors in accordance
with the specified phase rotation sequence.
 Make splices, terminations, and taps that are compatible with conductor material.
 All conductors requiring bolted connections shall be terminated with compression lugs using an
automatic tool which will only release after correct crimp depth is obtained. Soldered connections
or lugs are not permissible.
 Wiring at Outlets: Install conductor at each outlet, with at least 150 mm of slack.
 Cable lugs shall be tinned copper compression type.
 Cable glands shall be brass double sealed compression type with earth clamping features to IP 55.
 Cable insulation/sheath shall be removed for a distance of 150mm from the connection and
replaced by suitable heat resisting insulation.
 Joints in XLPE cable shall not be carried out without the written approval of the Consultant. Low
tension cable joints shall incorporate compression type ferrules with polyethylene tape insulation
housed in a plastic joint box and sealed with cold pouring resin fitting.
 Joint in HV cables shall be carried out using heat shrinkable kit.
 All cable joints/terminations shall be strictly in accordance with cable manufacturer
recommendations.
 Termination kits shall be compatible to the cables used with and the same shall be confirmed by
cable manufacturer.

3.6 IDENTIFICATION
 In surface installations, the cables shall run in a manner which shall be as inconspicuous as
possible. The runs shall be truly vertical and truly horizontal and parallel with the features of the
building.
 Identify and color-code conductors and cables according to Section 260553 "Identification for
Electrical Systems."
 Identify each spare conductor at each end with identity number and location of other end of
conductor, and identify as spare conductor.

3.7 SLEEVE AND SLEEVE-SEAL INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL PENETRATIONS

 Install sleeves and sleeve seals at penetrations of exterior floor and wall assemblies.

3.8 FIRESTOPPING
 Apply firestopping to electrical penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies to restore
original fire-resistance rating of assembly according to Section 078413 "Penetration Firestopping."

3.9 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

 TESTING & COMMISSIONING
 Test and Inspection Reports: Prepare a written report to record the following:
 Procedures used.
 Results that comply with requirements.
 Results that do not comply with requirements and corrective action taken to achieve
compliance with requirements.
 Cables will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
 After 'marking off' all cables shall be tested with a 1000 V 'Megger' before erection. All cables shall
be tested not less than 24 hours after completion. Nothing less than an infinity reading will be
acceptable between conductors or between any conductor and the cable sheath, and conductors
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AT SWEIHAN, ABU DHABI, UAE

being disconnected from the apparatus. The Contractor shall provide evidence of these tests to
THE Consultant.
 All cable type shall have been subjected to Type Tests in accordance with the relevant IEC or British
Standards. Type test certificates shall be furnished.
 All cables shall be subjected to routine tests at the cable manufacturer’s works in accordance with
the relevant IEC or British standards tests shall be subject to THE Consultant witness if required.
 All the tests described in the 17th Edition of IEE wiring regulations shall be carried out for all final
circuits prior to commissioning.

3.10 CONTRACTOR’S EQUIPMENT

 All of Contractor’s equipment shall be in good operating condition and suitable for the safe and
efficient performance of the work. All such equipment shall be subject to inspection and approval
from time to time by the client / ADDC. Any such equipment which is rejected as not conforming to
the foregoing shall be promptly removed from the work by Contractor and replaced with
equipment acceptable to the client / ADDC without additional cost to the client and without delay
in completion of the work.
3.11 Uses of LSF cables
 As per the approved value engineering contractor proposal , all LSZH internal cables in the
buildings (Except fire proof cables for life safety equipment) can be replaced with alternative PVC
all to ADDC and ADCD approval.

3.12 AS LAID/BUILT DRAWINGS

 On completion of each job, the Contractor shall supply “As laid or As built drawings” for the work
carried out to a suitable scale.
 Layout of cable work with reference to fixed points.
 Length, size, type & grade of cables
 Location of each joint with respect to permanent landmarks available at site.
 Location and Details of Mini distribution Pillars and Ducts.
 Name of the circuit, contract, number, date of completion, name of Contractor
 Scale of drawing
 Three sets of the drawings and CDs shall be supplied in box files. These “As laid drawings” shall be
duly approved by the client’s engineer.

END OF SECTION

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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
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PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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SECTION LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS
26 05 19 AND CABLES
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Federal Electricity and Water Authority (ADDC) latest

revision/amendment of the Electricity Wiring Regulation issued by
DOE Design, manufacture, testing and method of installation of all
apparatus and materials furnished under requirements of the\se
1.4.1
specifications shall conform to latest publications or standard rules of
the following codes and standards to the extent specified herein.
When an edit\ion date is not indicated for a Code or Standard the MEP scope and comply as applicable
latest edition enforces at the time of proposal submitted shall apply.
Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings (IEE), (BS)
1.4.2
London
1.4.3 Department of Civil Defense requirements
The Quality Control/Quality Assurance duties shall be performed by
1.4.4 the Contractor. The system of quality control verification shall be in
accordance with ISO 9000 standards of quality assurance.
1.5 CODES AND STANDARDS Comply as applicable
The cables design, material and performance shall conform except
1.5.1 where otherwise specified, with the latest issues and amendments of
the following codes and standards

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PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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N/A for current work scope
 IEC 60227 Power and Lighting PVC insulated cable
Comply with Class 2 Copper conductor
 IEC 60228 Conductors of insulated cables Comply
 IEC 60502 Extruded solid dielectric insulated power cables for N/A for current work scope
rated voltages from 1 kV up to 30 kV
 IEC 60332 Fire resisting characteristics of electrical cables Comply with IEC 60332-1
Comply
(where specified)
 IEC 60331-1, IEC 60331-2, IEC 60331-3 Tests on electric cables Comply as applicable for fire rated cables
Comply
under fire conditions
 IEC 60811 Common test methods for insulating and sheathing Comply as applicable
Comply
of electrical cable
 IEC 60287 Calculation of the continuous current rating of Comply as applicable
Comply
cables
N/A for current work scope
 BS 6346 PVC insulated cables for electricity supply.
 BS 6004 PVC insulated cables (non armoured) for electric Comply with BS EN 50525-2-31. BS 6004
Comply is obsolete
power and lighting
 EEMUA 133 Underground cable protected against solvent
N/A for current work scope
penetration and corrosive attack
 BS 5467 XLPE insulated armoured cables for electrical supply Comply

 BS 6724 XLPE insulated armoured LSF sheathed cables Comply

1.5.2 Cable terminations shall comply with the following specifications:

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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
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PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
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 BS 1858 Bitumen based compounds for electrical purposes

 BS EN 61238-1 Performance of mechanical and compression
Joints in electric cable and wire connectors MEP scope
 BS 6121 Mechanical cable glands for elastomer and plastic
Insulated cables
 BS 6910 Cold pour resin compound and heat shrink cable
joints in the voltage range up to 1000 V AC and 1500 V AC
Where conflicts exist between the requirements of this specification
1.5.3 and other drawings, standards, codes and specifications, the most MEP scope
stringent shall be applied
1.6 SUBMITTALS
The Contractor shall submit the following drawings and documents
related with each electrical system for Implement Engineering
Consultant approval:
 Submit full technical details including cable sizing calculations
and catalogue including information of each type of cable or
wire proposed approval before ordering
MEP scope
 Submit copy of test certificates from the manufacturer or an
independent testing authority confirming that cables comply
with the Specifications
 Submit certificate of origin of cables.
 Submit exact route of the cable runs and relevant items in the
shop drawings, including fixing details and termination details
 Original catalogues for various proposed components.
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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 Schedule of Accessories and Fittings.
 Related work shop drawings and schematic diagrams.
 The Cables sizes shown on the drawings have not yet been
approved by ADDC, the contractor should comply with all
/any comments for cable sizes by the authority ADDC without
any extra cost or any time impact and the contractor shall
allow for any possible changes in his bidding price
Proposed cables are Ducab's Flambicc 4
cables, 0.6/1kV
Cu(Cl2)/MGT/XLPE/SWA/LSZH as per
BS 7846 and fire resistant to BS 6387
CWZ.

- Proposed Wires are Ducab's Flambicc 1

wires, 0.6/1kV Cu(Cl2)/MGT/XL-LSZH
as per BS 6387 CWZ and fire resistant to
BS 6387 CWZ for sizes up to 95mm² and
PART 1 PRODUCTS Comply
IEC 60331 for all other sizes.

-Proposed Cable is 0.6/1kV 1Cx630mm²

Cu(Cl2)/MGT/XLPE/AWA/LSZH
Generally to IEC 60502-1 and fire
resistant to IEC 60331. - Proposed cables
are 0.6/1kV Cu(Cl2)/XLPE/SWA/PVC as
per BS 5467 and flame retardant to IEC
60332-1

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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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-Proposed wires are 450/750 V
Cu(Cl2)/PVC as per BS EN 50525-2-31
and flame retardant to IEC 60332-1.

-Proposed cable is 0.6/1kV 1Cx630mm²

Cu(Cl2)/XLPE/AWA/LSZH as per BS
6724 and flame retardant to IEC 60332-1
2.1 SERVICE AND INSTALLATION CONDITIONS
The cable shall be suitable for continuous operation in desert
locations under high ambient temperatures and humidity. The
atmosphere is to be considered saliferous, sulphurous, dusty and with
2.1.1 high concentrations of windburn sand as commonly encountered in MEP scope
petrochemical installations in the Middle East. The possibility of
condensation, as experienced during large temperature fluctuations
in humid atmosphere, shall be taken into account.
2.1.2 Cables shall be installed as stated below:

2.1.2.1 Directly buried in the ground or in formed concrete trenches

with backfill.
2.1.2.2 Fastened to cable ladder rack or tray in the open air exposed
to direct sunlight or within buildings. MEP scope
2.1.2.3 In underground ducts.
2.1.2.4 Unless specified otherwise the following site conditions shall
apply:
 Design temperature (Outdoor) : + 50o C

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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 Surface temperature due to solar radiation : + 85o C
 Maximum ambient air temperature- shade : + 55o C
 Minimum ambient air temperature : + 5o C
 Altitude not exceeding : 1000m AMSL MEP scope
 Maximum relative humidity at 38o C : 95%
 Ground temperature : + 35o C
 Soil thermal resistively : 2.0o C m/w
2.2 CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
Cables covered in this specification will be used on 400 V 3 phase, 4
wire 50 Hz neutral solidly earthed systems. Cable Construction shall MEP scope
be as follows:

600/1000V Low voltage XLPE insulated, PVC inner sheath, SWA, PVC
outer sheathed power and control cables
 Conductors: Stranded annealed high conductivity copper.
Circular or shaped section
 Cable shall comprise of plain copper, stranded circular Comply with 0.6/1kV
2.2.1 conductors insulated with an adequate thickness of extruded Comply Cu(Cl2)/XLPE/SWA/PVC as per BS 5467
cross linked polyethylene (XLPE) and flame retardant to IEC 60332-1
 Conductors shall be laid up together and warmed circular
with suitable performed fillers and warnings, bound with
polythene terephthalate (PTP) tape and covered with an the
outer sheath of cable which shall be an extruded layer of
polyvinyl chloride colored black, intrinsically flame retardant

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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
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PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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and anti-termite protected and cables shall meet the
requirements of IEC 60332-3- 22/23/24 .
 Armoured multicore cable shall have steel wire armouring
and extruded sheath of black PVC
 Armoured single core cable shall have aluminum wire
armouring and extruded sheath of black PVC.
 Outer sheath of single core cables shall be at least 2.5 mm
thick
 Conductor screen: non-metallic comprising either semi- Comply with 0.6/1kV
conducting tape or a layer of extruded semi-conducting Comply Cu(Cl2)/XLPE/SWA/PVC as per BS 5467
material and flame retardant to IEC 60332-1
 Prevent void formation in insulation by careful control of its
passage through temperature graded water baths
 Cable shall be terminated with compression glands as
specified below, giving adequate mechanical support by
locking on the armour and ensuring high earth continuity.
 Armoured single core cable from transformer to LV Panels
shall have copper wire armouring as per ADDC.
 Up to four cores colored (Red, Yellow, Blue, Black). All control
cables shall be colored white with black numbers along the
length of cores at 150mm intervals.
PVC/SWA/PVC Cable N/A for current work scope
2.2.2
 Cables shall be 600/1000V grade complying with BS 6346,
copper core, PVC insulated, extruded PVC bedded, steel wire
armoured and PVC sheathed.
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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
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PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 Conductors shall be high conductivity stranded copper
conductors complying with BS 6360, each conductor core
shall be of the same cross-sectional area.
 The insulation of cores shall be PVC type TI1 complying with
BS 6746.
 The bedding shall be an extruded layer of type TM1
compound complying with the requirements of BS 6746.
N/A for current work scope
 Each core of the cable shall be identified by the appropriate
colour as specified in BS 6346 throughout the whole of the
insulation.
 Wire armour shall consist of a single layer of galvanized steel
wire of sizes as shown in the appropriate table in BS 6346 and
comply with BS 1442.
 The oversheath of the cables shall be an extruded layer of
black PVC complying with the requirements of BS 6746 type
TM1 compound and shall comply with the requirements of
IEC 60332 for flame retardance. The PVC material shall
contain approved anti-termite additives
Comply with 450/750 V Cu(Cl2)/PVC as
2.2.3 450/750V PVC insulated single core cable (wire) for use in conduit Comply per BS EN 50525-2-31 and flame
retardant to IEC 60332-1
 Cable shall be to BS 7211, rated 450/750 V, with high
conductivity copper conductors and extruded polyvinyl
chloride (color red, yellow, blue, black etc, as required)
insulation.
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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 Colour coding shall be in accordance with table 51 A of BS
7671
 Wires shall be continuous from outlet to outlet and no splice Comply with 450/750 V Cu(Cl2)/PVC as
shall be made except within outlet and junction boxes. A Comply per BS EN 50525-2-31 and flame
separate neutral wire shall be provided for each circuit. Wires retardant to IEC 60332-1
shall be left sufficiently long enough (minimum 150 mm) to
permit making final connections
2.2.4 600/1000V PVC Insulated PVC Sheathed (PVC/PVC) Cable:
 To BS 6346, 600/1000V Grade, or to BS 6004, 300/500 V
Grade
 Flat twin and three core cable shall be to BS 6004 and
incorporate an earth conductor placed between the red and
black cores for two core cable and between the yellow and N/A for current work scope
blue cores for three core cable
 Conductor: annealed high conductivity copper, stranded,
shaped and laid in an approved manner.
 PVC for sheath and insulation: to BS 672
2.2.5 Mineral Insulated Cables:

 To BS 6207: Part 1, rated 600/1000 V

 Cable shall comprise of a pressure packed magnesium oxide
N/A for current work scope
insulation contained within a continuous soft ductile copper
sheath and copper conductors embedded in the dielectric in
standard formation.

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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 Cable termination kit shall comprise of conductor insulation
of neoprene sleeving retained by cone shaped beads beneath
a fiber sealing disc. Each conductor shall be identified with
regard to phase etc, by means of sleeving placed over the N/A for current work scope
neoprene insulation.
 Cable seals shall comprise of screw-in-pot type seals, with
brass ring glands designed to accommodate the pot sea
2.2.6 Heat Resistant and High Temperature cable N/A for current work scope
 To BS 6500, or BS 6004 300/500 V grade, designated EPR
(ethylene polypropylene rubber) insulated HOFR sheathedor
EPR insulated OFR sheathed, at 105 °C (heat resistant and
high temperature cable shall be used for all lighting wiring).
 Conductor(s) shall be flexible class 5 tinned copper to BS EN
60228.
 Insulation shall be type GP.1 to BS 7655-2-2. Outer sheath
shall be HOFR (heat, oil, fume resistant) or OFR (oil and fume
resistant) sheath type RS3 to BS 7655-2-2 and flame retardant
to IEC 60332-1- 2, temperature rating 105 °C.
 High temperature cable shall be to BS 6500 or BS 6007,
designated 300/500 V grade silicone insulated glass braided,
180 °C.
 Conductors shall be flexible class tinned copper to BS EN
60228.. Insulation shall be silicone rubber type EI 2 to BS
7655-2-2. Outer sheath shall be treated glass fibre braid,
temperature rating 180 °C.
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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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2.2.7 Fire Resistant Cables

 Cables for high temperature appliances (e.g. electric heaters,
irons, pendent lighting, connections within luminaires etc. )
must be heat resistant rubber or PVC insulated , with over
sheath, stranded copper conductor and comply with BSEN
50525Fire Resistant Cable – General
 Power supply cables feeding power to equipment such as lifts
and other lift safety equipment shall be fire rated cables
-Proposed cables are Ducab's Flambicc 4
cables, 0.6/1kV
Cu(Cl2)/MGT/XLPE/SWA/LSZH as per
Fire resistant cables shall be used for all equipment’s related to life BS 7846 and fire resistant to BS 6387
safety including but not limited to the following: CWZ.

-Proposed Wires are Ducab's Flambicc 1

 Emergency lighting circuits (Central Battery System). wires, 0.6/1kV Cu(Cl2)/MGT/XL-LSZH
Comply
as per BS 6387 CWZ and fire resistant to
 Elevators.
BS 6387 CWZ for sizes up to 95mm² and
 Fire Pump IEC 60331 for all other sizes.
 Fire Alarm Control Panel.
 Complete Fire Alarm Cabling. -Proposed Cable is 0.6/1kV 1Cx630mm²
Cu(Cl2)/MGT/XLPE/AWA/LSZH
Generally to IEC 60502-1 and fire
resistant to IEC 60331
 Fire Resistant Cables: (Single core up to 25mm²)
 Shall be LSZH rated for 450/750V to BS7629.
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PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 The cable shall meet categories CWZ of BS6387 and shall pass
the test requirements of IEC60331. The cable shall comply
with BS EN 50268-2 on smoke emissions and has acid gas
emissions <0.5% of when tested to BS-56425-1
 Cable shall be flame retardant to IEC 60332-1-2 and reduced
flame propagation to IEC 60332-3-24 category C
The cables shall have the approvals of British Approvals
Service for Cables (BASEC) approved to BS7629 and Loss
Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) approved to BS6387,
category CWZ and BS7629
 Shall have annealed copper conductors complying BS EN
60228
 Cable shall be suitable for wiring in conduit or in trunking.
All cables shall be installed in accordance with the
appropriate regulations, including IEE or any other
national legislation.
 The cables shall not be used in hazardous areas, zones, 0,
1 and 2 as defined in BS EN 60079-1
 Shall be suitable for continuous operation at
temperatures up to 90ºC.
 Fire Resistant Cables (Multi-Core Up to 400mm²)
 Fire resistant cable shall maintain circuit integrity during a
fire.

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Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 Shall be Fire Protection ,BS 6207: Part 1, rated 600/1000 V,
conductor covered with MICA tape and XLPE insulated and
LSZH .
 Shall be available in multi-core designs from 1.0mm2 to
400mm2 in 2, 3, and 4 Core. Shall be Fire resistant to
IEC60331 and comply with BS6387 categories CWZ. Shall be
approved by Loss Prevention Certification to BS 6387,
categories CWZ.
 Shall be suitable for use to satisfy the requirements of the BS
9999 for the operation of equipment in the event of fire. Shall
be a low smoke zero halogen (LSZH®) cable, which produces
very low quantities of smoke, and virtually no acidic gas,
satisfying BS6724.
 Shall be to IEC 60332-1-2 with reduced flame propagation to
IEC 60332-3-22/23/24.
 Armored cable that is highly resistant to third party damage.
Easy handling and installation so similar in design to familiar
armored cable, no special installation skills are required. Shall
be rated for 600/1000V and shall be surge resistant.
 The cable shall meet the requirements of IEC60331 and
BS6387 categories CWZ. When the complete cable is tested in
accordance with BS6724 or with BS EN 50268-2. It shall meet
the minimum light transmittance requirements as stated in
BS6724 or BS EN 50268- 2. When tested in accordance with
BS EN 50267-1, all non-metallic components shall give a level
of HCI not greater than 0.5%.
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Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
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 Shall meet the requirements of IEC 60332-3-24 category C.
 Shall meet the approval of British Approval Service for Cables
(BASEC) approved to BS7846. o LPCB approved to BS6387,
categories CWZ for cables up to 20 mm overall diameter. o
Additional tests passed and witnessed by recognized third
parties e.g. Lloyd’s Register. o Approved by Abu Dhabi Civil
Defense Authority with current registration certification.
 Shall be plain copper stranded circular conductor complying
with BS EN 60228.
 Insulation – Mica/Glass Fire Resistant tape covered by an
extruded cross-linked insulation complying with BS7655 type
GP8 or type GP6, operating temperature 90ºC.
 Cores identified as follows: o 2 Core black, red o 3 Core red,
yellow, blue
4 Core red, yellow, blue, black
 Cores are laid up with fillers and binder tape as appropriate.
 Bedding – Extruded layer of LSOH® bedding compound.
 Armour – Single layer of galvanized steel wires.
 Outer Sheath – extruded LSOH® sheath complying with
BS7655 type LTS 1.
 All cables shall be installed in accordance with the
appropriate regulations including IEE Wiring Regulations or
any other national regulations
N/A for current work scope
2.2.8 Flexible Cord

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Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
MANUFACTURE & PRODUCT Wires & Cables - Ducab

CLAUSE # CONSULTANT SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE REMARKS

 Flexible cord shall comply with BS6007, PVC insulated with
flame retardant white circular PVC oversheath to BS 6500 at
450/750V grade.
 Flexible cord shall be multi-strand copper conductor insulated
by vulcanized rubber, PVC, butyl rubber, ethylene propylene
rubber (epv), silicon rubber or glass fiber. Cord shall be twin
or three core with colour code brown for line, blue for neutral
and green/yellow for earth complete with PVC or CSP
(chlorosulphorated polythene) shealth. N/A for current work scope
 Cord shall have cross-section area of not less than 0.75 sq.
mm and shall be held firmly by cord grips provided in plugs.
 Cords shall be used for pendant fixtures, portable lamps,
portable appliances and stationary equipment. Cord shall not
be permanently fastened to building surfaces and shall not
pass through holes in wall, ceiling, floor, door-way and
window
Cable Glands MEP scope
2.2.9
 Cable glands shall be used for terminating cables to switch
gear, switch boards, motor control centers, motors and other
equipment
 They shall be brass compression glands and comply with the
relevant part of BS 6121, except for MICC cables, which shall
comply with BS EN 60702-2.
 Glands for armoured or screened cables shall have suitable
clamps.
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Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
MANUFACTURE & PRODUCT Wires & Cables - Ducab

CLAUSE # CONSULTANT SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE REMARKS

 External compression glands shall have close fitting PVC
shrouds, earthing for armouring and metallic sheaths:
suitable brass or copper clamps and copper strip conductor in
accordance with local power authority requirements, and not
less than 2.5 sq. mm
Cable Sealing Compounds MEP scope
2.2.10
 Shall: be tropical grade to BS 1858 or BS 6910 and approved
by cable manufacturer, of an oilresisting compound where
the difference in level between cable ends exceeds 6 m.
Cleats MEP scope
2.2.11
 Shall be approved claw type cast aluminum, gunmetal, plastic
or brass of approved type, two bolts fixing for cables greater
than 50 mm diameter
Cable Markers: MEP scope
2.2.12
 Shall be precast concrete, minimum size 300 x 300 mm x 100
mm deep.
 The markers shall be engraved “HV CABLE”, “ELECTRIC LV
CABLE”, “ELV CABLE”, “EARTH PIT” or “CABLE JOINT”, as
applicable cable marker construction
2.3 General
Cables shall be drummed in maximum continuous lengths on non-
2.3.1
returnable cable drums. Cables ends shall be sealed and fixed to the
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Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
MANUFACTURE & PRODUCT Wires & Cables - Ducab

CLAUSE # CONSULTANT SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE REMARKS

drum. Cable drums shall be fitted with battens, fixed around the Comply Comply. Please refer to Ducab's drum
entire periphery of the drum handling, storage, and installation
catalogue
All cable drums shall have their identification reference clearly
2.3.2 Comply
stenciled on the outside of both flanges
Drum identification labels shall be attached on the outside and inside
of the drum flange. Labels shall be robust and non-fading and give the
following information.
 Drum identification number
Comply
 Voltage grade
2.3.3  Cable construction (i.e. XLPE, PVC, SWA, and PVC).
 Number of cores and cross sectional area.
 Cable quality Not applicable
 Purchase order number and item number Comply
 Manufacturer’s name
In addition to the information required by the specified standards,
the following information shall be embossed every one meter along
the entire cable length on the external surface of the outer sheath.
 Number of Cores
Comply
2.3.4  Size of Conductor
 Voltage rating
 Manufacturer’s name
 Remaining cable length - Example: 4 Core 25 Sq.mm 1 kV Comply Sequential meter marking by printing
grade. (XYZ Company).

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Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
MANUFACTURE & PRODUCT Wires & Cables - Ducab

CLAUSE # CONSULTANT SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE REMARKS

Cable specification and manufacture must be consistent throughout
2.3.5 each wired system. All cable utilized must be continuously run from MEP scope
source to termination, without any through jointing included
Cable must be adequately stored and protected from damage
2.3.6 pending installation and also during installation until permanent MEP scope
protection is affected
Cable reels must be supported on purpose formed support frames
and under no circumstance shall cable be drawn from reels laid on
2.3.7 the ground. This shall be strictly enforced as the Consultant's MEP scope
condemnation of any cable that is considered to have been abused
will involve total replacement at cost to the Contractor
The cross sectional area of every cable shall be suitable for carrying
the maximum sustained load current under normal conditions and
shall be selected in accordance with IEE Regulations. The cross
sectional area of the neutral conductor for 3-phase circuits shall be
equal to the cross sectional area of the phase conductors. The cables
shall be selected such that the drop in voltage from the origin of the
2.3.8 MEP scope
installation to any point in the installation does not exceed 4% of the
nominal voltage when the conductors are carrying the full load
current, but disregarding starting conditions. Voltage drop calculation
shall be submitted for approval and the cross sectional area of the
cable shall be increased accordingly if required to meet the above
mentioned requirement without any extra cost
The cables connected in parallel shall be of the same type, cross
2.3.9 sectional area, length and disposition and be arranged so as to carry MEP scope
substantially equal load currents.
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Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
MANUFACTURE & PRODUCT Wires & Cables - Ducab

CLAUSE # CONSULTANT SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE REMARKS

Where cables are to be connected to bus bars, breakers etc. The
insulation and/or sheath shall be removed for a distance of 150mm
2.3.10 MEP scope
from the connection and replaced by suitable heat-resisting
insulation.
The wire armor of single core cables in the same circuit shall be MEP scope
2.3.11
bounded together at both ends.
2.4 DATA TO BE FURNISHED BY THE MANUFACTURER
The following data shall be furbished by the manufacturers
 Insulation thickness
 Diameter under armor
 Diameter over armor
Shall be supplied upon request
 Overall diameter
 Current rating in air and ground for the ambient conditions
specified.
 Resistance, reactance per KM.
 Maximum continuous drum length for each size of cable.
 Maximum pulling tension
APPLICATION MEP scope
2.5

CONNECTORS AND SPLICES MEP scope

2.6
MEP scope
2.7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

TEMPORARY WIRING MEP scope

2.8

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 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Construction of Complex Stores Project Development, Plot No. P2, Al Riyadh, Al Shamka City, Abu
PROJECT NAME Dhabi, U.A.E (MOI-20/2-AD/SEW)
CLIENT M/s. Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC)
CONSULTANT M/s. Al Amara Al Sharqiya LLC (AAAS)
ELECT. CONTRACTOR M/s. Al Sweidi & Shams Contracting Company LLC (SASCCO
SUPPLIER Scientechnic L.L.C
MANUFACTURE & PRODUCT Wires & Cables - Ducab

CLAUSE # CONSULTANT SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE REMARKS

MEP scope
Part 2 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES MEP scope

3.2 FIRE BARRIERS MEP scope

3.3 CABLES INSTALLED UNDERGROUND MEP scope

3.4 CABLE AND CABLE TRENCH MARKER MEP scope

3.5 CONNECTIONS, JOINTING AND TERMINATIONS MEP scope

3.6 IDENTIFICATION MEP scope

SLEEVE AND SLEEVE-SEAL INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL MEP scope

3.7
PENETRATIONS
3.8 FIRESTOPPING MEP scope

3.9 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL MEP scope

3.10 CONTRACTOR’S EQUIPMENT MEP scope

3.11 Uses of LSF cables MEP scope

3.2 AS LAID/BUILT DRAWINGS MEP scope

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List of Materials
 LOM
MULTI-CORE CABLES
Cable size
Sr.No Main Cable Type
Main Cable Y/G ECC
1 1Cx630 Cu/XLPE/AWA/LSF
1 1Cx630 Cu/XLPE/AWA/LSF (F/R)
2 4Cx300 1Cx150 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
3 4Cx300 1Cx150 Cu/LSZH/SWA (F/R)
4 4Cx240 1Cx120 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
5 4Cx185 1Cx95 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
6 4Cx150 1Cx95 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
7 4Cx120 1Cx70 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
8 4Cx120 1Cx70 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
9 4Cx95 1Cx50 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
10 4Cx70 1Cx35 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
11 4Cx70 1Cx35 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
12 4Cx50 1Cx25 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
13 4Cx50 1Cx25 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
14 4Cx35 1Cx25 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
15 4Cx35 1Cx25 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
16 4Cx25 1Cx16 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
17 4Cx25 1Cx16 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
18 4Cx16 1Cx16 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
19 4Cx16 1Cx16 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
20 4Cx10 1Cx10 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
21 4Cx10 1Cx10 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC (F/R)
22 4Cx6 1Cx6 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC
23 4Cx6 1Cx6 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC(F/R)
24 2Cx6 1Cx6 Cu/XLPE/SWA/PVC(F/R)
Y/G ECC CABLES- CUMMULATIVE QUANTITY
Sr.No CABLE SIZE
1 1Cx150
2 1Cx120
3 1Cx95
4 1Cx70
5 1Cx50
6 1Cx35
7 1Cx25
8 1Cx16
9 1Cx10
10 1Cx6
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INTRODUCTION
Established in 1979, Ducab is the leading cable manufacturing company in the region and is equally owned by the
Governments of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Ducab has three major manufacturing facilities that support it's continuous
growth, one in Jebel Ali and two in Abu Dhabi Industrial City. Ducab-HV, inaugurated in November 2011, is a joint venture
between Ducab, ADWEA and DEWA offering High Voltage cable systems up to 400 kV. Ducab-HV will sell cable systems
in the voltage range 66kV (66,000 Volts) to 400kV (400,000 Volts) covering the highest voltage currently used in the
GCC.

To meet the growing demand of customers around the region and the world, Ducab continues to expand its world-class
facilities across the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and India. Ducab prides itself on setting and maintaining the
highest quality standards of power cables. Experienced and highly skilled employees operate state-of-the-art equipment,
and conduct extensive testing at every phase of production.

When it comes to advanced cable solutions, Ducab continues its status as the superbrand across the world in 40
countries. Ducab product range covers High Voltage cables up to 400kV, Ducab Powerplus Medium Voltage cables up
to 33kV, Low Voltage power cables, Control & Auxiliary, Lead-Sheathed cables, Ducab Smokemaster - Low Smoke Zero
Halogen Cables, and Ducab Flam BICC (Fire Resistance cables), DuFlex Cables, Instrumentation and Pilot cables, Cable
components and cable accessories, Installation of cables, as well as Copper rod manufactured in Ducab’s own Copper
rod plant.

This catalogue provides working information on 39&,QVXODWHG:LULQJ cables. Separate catalogues are available for
the remaining range of Ducab Cables.

ORDERING ADVICE
Due to the wide range of cables in the catalogue, it is advisable, when ordering, to provide as much information as

possible. Please use the following table as a guide:

1. Cable standard / specification number.

2. Voltage designation.

3. Number of cores.

4. Conductor size.

5. Colour of outer sheath.

6. Length of cables required and individual drum lengths.*

7. Any other special requirement, e.g. special PVC sheath material, drum weight limitation, etc.

* Cables are normally supplied in lengths of 100 metres, 500 metres and 1000 metres depending on conductor size.
Other lengths can be supplied if required.

TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICE

For any specialist advice and assistance on the entire Ducab product range contact the Technical Department,

Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited, P. O. Box 11529, Dubai, U. A. E., Tel: 971 4 815 8888, Fax: 971 4 815 8111.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
Ducab is the premier cable manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates and, since 1979, has been meeting the
requirements of customers throughout the GCC, Middle East and Asian markets. Ducab cables are preferred for the
following reasons:

PRODUCT QUALITY
Ducab is committed to supplying its customers with the highest quality of product and of service. Ducab’s cables have
been type approved by recognized certifying bodies such as BASEC UK (British Approval Service for Cables), Lloyd’s
Register of the UK, KEMA Netherland, LPCB UK ( Loss Prevention Certification Board), ESMA
(Emirates Authority for standardization and Metrology). They fully conform to BS, IEC other
international and national specifications.

In addition, Ducab was presented with the Dubai Quality Award 1994, for the best local industrial
company of the year. Ducab won Dubai Quality Gold Category award twice, in 1998 and in 2004.
The Gold Award rewards the most distinguished companies which are judged to be world class
and Ducab is the only manufacturing company in the region to win such acclaim.

Ducab has won the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Excellence Award in manufacturing
category in 2009. Recognizing quality products and services, Ducab has also won the Superbrand award for 4 years
consecutively from 2009.

RELIABILITY
Specifying the right cable for a particular application is the first step. The key to reliability however, is in the manufacturing
process. The cable must be free from material and manufacturing defects, and weaknesses that will be revealed in
service.

Ducab constantly monitors its manufacturing processes and operates stringent quality assurance procedures to give
long term reliability. This is of vital significance where cables are to be installed in locations where future access would
be difficult and this is where Ducab’s reputation and resources give peace of mind.

PERFORMANCE
Optimum cable performance can be provided only by a company such as Ducab, with access to the latest developments
in materials technology. In addition, Ducab’s knowledge of application requirements throughout the Middle and Far East
is an assurance of high performance.

Our experienced Technical Staff can provide guidance on cable selection and installation and can ensure that you get
the right cable for the job.

HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFIED TO OHSAS 18001

Ducab is able to maintain a close watch on world developments in cable technology
and regulations and therefore ensure that its products are designed and constructed
to be hazard-free under the prescribed conditions of use.

Ducab uses only tried and tested materials and processes in full compliance with all
relevant British and International Standards. Our cables are therefore manufactured
for safe use without risk to health on the understanding that users will exercise the same degree
of care in their selection and application.

Safety is an important issue for Ducab, and the strictest standards are adhered to throughout the company. Ducab is
proud of its safety record and has been awarded RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) Gold Awards
for safety from 1991 to 1999. From 2000 onward, Ducab was awarded the prestigious President’s Award for Health and

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Safety which is a recognition of Ducab winning 10 consecutive annual Gold awards and acknowledges Ducab’s total
commitment to health and safety. In 2002, Ducab was declared the joint winner of the Manufacturing Industry Sector
Award from RoSPA.

Ducab is the first organisation in the Middle East to receive accreditation to OHSAS 18001 by BASEC (British Approvals
Service for Cables). Certification to OHSAS 18001 provides a recognisable Occupational Health and Safety Management
standard against which an organisation’s management systems can be assessed and certified. Based on the structure
of OHSAS 18001, the standard requires continual improvement in health and safety related activities.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFIED TO ISO 9001

Ducab’s Quality Management System conforms to the ISO 9001 International Quality
System Standard and is certified by BASEC (British Approvals Service for Cables), a
specialist certifying body for cables who are an internationally recognised quality authority
accredited in the UK and throughout the world.

Certification to the ISO 9001 International standard demonstrates that Ducab has drawn up
written procedures to ensure full compliance with all requirements of the standard and that
these procedures are followed by every department in the company, thus ensuring that goods leaving Ducab’s factory
are of the highest quality and meet each customer’s requirements in every respect.

Ducab is particularly proud to have achieved certification to the stringent ISO 9001 standard as it is an independent
conformation that the company designs, manufactures and tests cables consistently to accepted standards. ISO 9001
is widely used throughout Europe, and is therefore a reassurance to Ducab’s customers that the products and service
supplied by the company are equal to the best in the world.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFIED TO ISO 14001

Ducab’s Environmental Management System conforms to the ISO 14001 International

Environmental Management Standard and is certified by BASEC who are an internationally
recognised certifying authority accredited in the UK and throughout Europe.

Certification to the ISO 14001 International standard shows that Ducab has a well defined
structure and established working practices aimed at limiting its impact on the environment.
Measurement and monitoring of effects, issuing work instructions, training of personnel and
taking corrective actions are all essential elements to limiting the impact on the environment. Ducab has set improvement
targets to reduce the significant environmental impacts associated with its activities.

Ducab is proud to be the first cable manufacturer in the region to achieve certification to ISO 14001 and this certification
along with its quality, business success and safety record demonstrates that Ducab is a world class organisation and
can hold its head up to any business community throughout the world.

BASEC CERTIFICATION
Ducab is also proud to hold a Process capability certification issued by BASEC (British Approvals Service for Cables)
for several cables in its product range.

DUCAB SHAREEK
Ducab’s customer satisfaction programme is designed to ensure that customers receive a
consistently high level of service from Ducab’s dedicated staff.

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Ducab - Jebel Ali Factory Ducab Mussafah 1 Factory
P.O. Box 11529, Jebel Ali, Dubai P.O. Box 9171, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tel: +971 4 815 8888, Fax: +971 4 815 8111 Tel: +971 2 502 7777, Fax: +971 2 502 7755
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Ducab Mussafah 2 Factory Ducab Abu Dhabi Sales Of ce (ADSO)

P.O. Box 9171, Abu Dhabi, UAE P.O. Box 9171, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tel: +971 2 550 0774, Fax: +971 2 550 0979 Tel: +971 2 502 7777, Fax: +971 2 502 7890
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Ducab - Oman DUCAB - UK

P.O. Box 3542, Suite 17, Leatherline House Business Centre
112 RUWI, Muscat, Oman 71 Narrow Lane, Aylestone,
Tel: +968 245 651 78, Leicester.LE2 8NA, United Kingdom
Fax: +968 245 643 02 Tel: +44 07919 095500, Fax: +44 07901 651202
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Dubai Cable Co (P) Ltd. (DUCAB) - KSA Ducab Joint Venture – Bahrain
403, Al-Za’abi Tower, BICC MET W.L.L,
Prince Mohammad Bin Fahad Road, 1st Street P.O. Box 11413, Manama,
P.O. Box: 60662, Dammam-31555, KSA Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel: +966 3 835 5305, Fax: +966 3 835 5307 Tel: +973 177 497 61,
Mobile: +966 50 825 5581 Fax: +973 177 280 27
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Ducab - Qatar Ducab Joint Venture - Qatar

P.O. Box 23209, Doha, Qatar JBK DUCAB W.L.L (JV)
Tel: +974 4016 4070, P.O. Box 14039, Doha, Qatar
Fax: +974 4016 4072 Tel: +974 4442 1924
Mobile: +974 3351 6218 Fax: +974 4441 9003
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
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CONTENTS
Page

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................ 1

Customer Service .................................................................................................................................................. 2-3

Product Range ....................................................................................................................................................... 4

Specification and Construction ........................................................................................................................... 4-5

Salient Features of Ducab Cables Design ......................................................................................................... 6

Installation and Electrical Data ............................................................................................................................ 6-17

XLPE Insulated Cables to BS 5467: Technical Data Tables ............................................................................ 18-32

600/1000V rated, Copper and Aluminium Conductors ................................................................................... 18-28

Single Core Cables .................................................................................................................................... 18-19

Two Core Cables........................................................................................................................................ 20-21

Three Core Cables..................................................................................................................................... 22-23

Four Core Cables ....................................................................................................................................... 24-25

Four Core Cables with Reduced Neutral Conductors ............................................................................... 26-27

Three and Four Core Armoured Cables .................................................................................................... 28

1900/3300V rated, Armoured Copper Conductors ......................................................................................... 29

XLPE insulated Lead Sheathed Armoured Cables to BS 5467 ..................................................................... 30-32

Advantages of XLPE Insulated Cables ............................................................................................................... 33

LSZH Cables ........................................................................................................................................................... 33-34

XLPE Cable Voltage Drop Data for partial loads ............................................................................................... 34-35

Components Reference Chart ............................................................................................................................. 36

Ducab is listed in the following publication issued by the Department of Trade and Industry ofthe United Kingdom.

“THE DTI QA REGISTER - PRODUCTS AND SERVICES LIST”

Only those companies whose quality system is assessed and certified by U.K. accredited certification bodies appear in
the above publication.

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INTRODUCTION
Established in 1979, Ducab is the leading cable manufacturing company in the region and is equally owned by the
Governments of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Ducab has three major manufacturing facilities that support it's continuous
growth, one in Jebel Ali and two in Abu Dhabi Industrial City. Ducab-HV, inaugurated in November 2011, is a joint venture
between Ducab, ADWEA and DEWA offering High Voltage cable systems up to 400 kV. Ducab-HV will sell cable systems
in the voltage range 66kV (66,000 Volts) to 400kV (400,000 Volts) covering the highest voltage currently used in the
GCC.

To meet the growing demand of customers around the region and the world, Ducab continues to expand its world-class
facilities across the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and India. Ducab prides itself on setting and maintaining the
highest quality standards of power cables. Experienced and highly skilled employees operate state-of-the-art equipment,
and conduct extensive testing at every phase of production.

When it comes to advanced cable solutions, Ducab continues its status as the superbrand across the world in 40
countries. Ducab product range covers High Voltage cables up to 400kV, Ducab Powerplus Medium Voltage cables up
to 33kV, Control & Auxiliary, Wiring and Lead-Sheathed cables, Ducab Smokemaster-Low Smoke Zero Halogen Cables,
and Ducab Flam BICC (Fire Resistance cables), Ducab’s Flexible cables, Instrumentation and Pilot cables, Cable
components and cable accessories, Installation of cables, as well as Copper rod manufactured in Ducab’s own Copper
rod plant.

This catalogue provides working information on Low Voltage power cables. Separate catalogues are available for the
remaining range of Ducab Cables.

ORDERING ADVICE
Due to the wide range of cables in the catalogue, it is advisable, when ordering, to provide as much information as

possible. Please use the following table as a guide:

1. Cable standard / specification number.

2. Voltage designation.

3. Number of cores.

4. Conductor size.

5. Colour of outer sheath.

6. Length of cables required and individual drum lengths.*

7. Any other special requirement, e.g. special PVC sheath material, drum weight limitation, etc.

* Cables are normally supplied in lengths of 100 metres, 500 metres and 1000 metres depending on conductor size.
Other lengths can be supplied if required.

TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICE

For any specialist advice and assistance on the entire Ducab product range contact the Technical Department,

Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited, P. O. Box 11529, Dubai, U. A. E., Tel: 971 4 815 8888, Fax: 971 4 815 8111.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
Ducab is the premier cable manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates and, since 1979, has been meeting the
requirements of customers throughout the GCC, Middle East and Asian markets. Ducab cables are preferred for the
following reasons:

PRODUCT QUALITY
Ducab is committed to supplying its customers with the highest quality of product and of service. Ducab’s cables have
been type approved by recognized certifying bodies such as BASEC UK (British Approval Service for Cables), Lloyd’s
Register of the UK, KEMA Netherland, LPCB UK ( Loss Prevention Certification Board), ESMA
(Emirates Authority for standardization and Metrology). They fully conform to BS, IEC other
international and national specifications.

In addition, Ducab was presented with the Dubai Quality Award 1994, for the best local industrial
company of the year. Ducab won Dubai Quality Gold Category award twice, in 1998 and in 2004.
The Gold Award rewards the most distinguished companies which are judged to be world class
and Ducab is the only manufacturing company in the region to win such acclaim.

Ducab has won the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Excellence Award in manufacturing
category in 2009. Recognizing quality products and services, Ducab has also won the Superbrand award for 4 years
consecutively from 2009.

RELIABILITY
Specifying the right cable for a particular application is the first step. The key to reliability however, is in the manufacturing
process. The cable must be free from material and manufacturing defects, and weaknesses that will be revealed in
service.

Ducab constantly monitors its manufacturing processes and operates stringent quality assurance procedures to give
long term reliability. This is of vital significance where cables are to be installed in locations where future access would
be difficult and this is where Ducab’s reputation and resources give peace of mind.

PERFORMANCE
Optimum cable performance can be provided only by a company such as Ducab, with access to the latest developments
in materials technology. In addition, Ducab’s knowledge of application requirements throughout the Middle and Far East
is an assurance of high performance.

Our experienced Technical Staff can provide guidance on cable selection and installation and can ensure that you get
the right cable for the job.

HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFIED TO OHSAS 18001

Ducab is able to maintain a close watch on world developments in cable technology
and regulations and therefore ensure that its products are designed and constructed
to be hazard-free under the prescribed conditions of use.

Ducab uses only tried and tested materials and processes in full compliance with all
relevant British and International Standards. Our cables are therefore manufactured
for safe use without risk to health on the understanding that users will exercise the same degree
of care in their selection and application.

Safety is an important issue for Ducab, and the strictest standards are adhered to throughout the company. Ducab is
proud of its safety record and has been awarded RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) Gold Awards
for safety from 1991 to 1999. From 2000 onward, Ducab was awarded the prestigious President’s Award for Health and

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Safety which is a recognition of Ducab winning 10 consecutive annual Gold awards and acknowledges Ducab’s total
commitment to health and safety. In 2002, Ducab was declared the joint winner of the Manufacturing Industry Sector
Award from RoSPA.

Ducab is the first organisation in the Middle East to receive accreditation to OHSAS 18001 by BASEC (British Approvals
Service for Cables). Certification to OHSAS 18001 provides a recognisable Occupational Health and Safety Management
standard against which an organisation’s management systems can be assessed and certified. Based on the structure
of OHSAS 18001, the standard requires continual improvement in health and safety related activities.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFIED TO ISO 9001

Ducab’s Quality Management System conforms to the ISO 9001 International Quality
System Standard and is certified by BASEC (British Approvals Service for Cables), a
specialist certifying body for cables who are an internationally recognised quality authority
accredited in the UK and throughout the world.

Certification to the ISO 9001 International standard demonstrates that Ducab has drawn up
written procedures to ensure full compliance with all requirements of the standard and that
these procedures are followed by every department in the company, thus ensuring that goods leaving Ducab’s factory
are of the highest quality and meet each customer’s requirements in every respect.

Ducab is particularly proud to have achieved certification to the stringent ISO 9001 standard as it is an independent
conformation that the company designs, manufactures and tests cables consistently to accepted standards. ISO 9001
is widely used throughout Europe, and is therefore a reassurance to Ducab’s customers that the products and service
supplied by the company are equal to the best in the world.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CERTIFIED TO ISO 14001

Ducab’s Environmental Management System conforms to the ISO 14001 International

Environmental Management Standard and is certified by BASEC who are an internationally
recognised certifying authority accredited in the UK and throughout Europe.

Certification to the ISO 14001 International standard shows that Ducab has a well defined
structure and established working practices aimed at limiting its impact on the environment.
Measurement and monitoring of effects, issuing work instructions, training of personnel and
taking corrective actions are all essential elements to limiting the impact on the environment. Ducab has set improvement
targets to reduce the significant environmental impacts associated with its activities.

Ducab is proud to be the first cable manufacturer in the region to achieve certification to ISO 14001 and this certification
along with its quality, business success and safety record demonstrates that Ducab is a world class organisation and
can hold its head up to any business community throughout the world.

BASEC CERTIFICATION
Ducab is also proud to hold a Process capability certification issued by BASEC (British Approvals Service for Cables)
for several cables in its product range.

DUCAB SHAREEK
Ducab’s customer satisfaction programme is designed to ensure that customers receive a
consistently high level of service from Ducab’s dedicated staff.

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PRODUCT RANGE
Voltage range: 0.6/1kV and 1.9/3.3 kV

CABLE TYPES
1) Armoured/unarmoured XLPE insulated cables
2) Lead sheathed cables
3) Copper or Aluminium PE tape (with drain wire) shielded

CABLE SIZES
2
Single core up to and including 1000 mm
2
2 core up to and including 300 mm
2
3 core up to and including 400 mm
2
4 core up to and including 500 mm
2
5 core up to and including 95 mm

SPECIFICATION
BS 5467............................for XLPE insulated armoured cables
BS 7889............................for XLPE insulated single core unarmoured cables
IEC 60502 (Part 1)..........for XLPE insulated single/multicore armoured/unarmoured cables
Any other International Specification as per VDE/DIN, GOST and as per customer's specifications.

S P E C I F I C AT I O N A N D C O N S T R U C T I O N
CONDUCTORS
It is the current carrying component of the cable.
Material
Plain, stranded, compacted copper as per BS 6360/IEC: 60228
Aluminium, stranded, compacted conductors

INSULATION
The rated voltage level of the cable depends on the dielectric strength and thickness of the insulation.
Material
Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) Type GP8 as per BS 7655:Section 1.3.
Colour Masterbatch
Ultra-violet (UV) resistant polyethylene masterbatch is used for colouring of insulation. This protects the insulation from
deterioration when exposed to continuous sunlight.

CORE IDENTIFICATION
Core identification is by colour as follows (unless otherwise agreed):
No. of cores Core Colours
1 Red or Black
2 Red and Black
3 Red, Yellow and Blue
4 Red, Yellow, Blue and Black
5 Red, Yellow, Blue, Black and Green/Yellow
* Cables to new colour scheme of BS ٥٤٦٧ eg. Blue, Brown, Black, Grey could also be supplied on special
request

FILLERS
For providing circular shape to the cable, non-hygroscopic compatible fillers (wherever necessary) are included between
laid up cores.

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M E TA L L I C S C R E E N
If required by the customer screening may be provided for electrical shielding.
Material
Copper tape / Copper laminate / Aluminium laminate
Aluminium PE tape along with tinned copper drain wire (for providing screen continuity).
Note: Special constructions other than stated above may be provided on request.

B A R R I E R TA P E
Material
Polypropylene/PETP tape is used as a barrier tape over the laid up cores.

Functions
Holds the cores together and prevents them from opening out.
Works as a separator between different polymers used in a cable.

BEDDING
Extruded bedding serves as a bedding for the armour and as a protection for the laid-up cores.
Material
Extruded PVC Type 9 Compound as per BS 7655.
Reduced propagation flame retardant (RPLHCL)/RP PVC Compound for reduced flame propagation characteristics.
Smokemaster Low Smoke & Zero Halogen and fume for installations where fire hazards exist.

ARMOUR
Armour provides mechanical protection to the cable. It also serves as an Earth Continuity Conductor (ECC).
One layer of round wire is applied helically over the bedding.
Material
Galvanised round steel wire (GSW).
Galvanised round steel wire (GSW) along with tinned copper wires (TCW) for maintaining specified conductivity
of armour (if required by the customer).
Aluminium round wire armour (AWA) is generally used for single core ac circuits as aluminium is a non-magnetic
material and this will reduce losses due to armour.
Note: Aluminium glands should be used in conjunction with cables having aluminium wire armour.

O V E R S H E AT H - F I N I S H
Following types of materials may be specified for oversheathing.

• General Purpose: Extruded PVC Type 9 Compound as per BS 7655.

• Medium Density Polythylene (MDPE): Offers higher protection from water ingress and mechanical abrasion.

• Anti Termite: Termite resistance can be built in both types described above by compounding with proper
additives.

• Reduced Propagation (RP): Retards propagation of flame in fire situation. (Oxygen Index ≈ 30)

• Reduced Propagation and Low Acid Fumes (RPLHCL): Retards propagation of flames and gives low
emission of hydrochloric acid fumes. (OI ≈ 30 & acid gas emission is less than 18%)

• Smokemaster Low Smoke & Fume (LSZH): Smokemaster cables are ideal for installations where the dense
black smoke generated by PVC cables in a fire are a danger to people. Smokemaster is characterised by the
features as Oxygen Index greater than 35, acid-gas liberation almost nil (<0.5%) and smoke density within
controllable limit of 40% smoke density. Smokemaster cables are offered to BS 6724.

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S A L I E N T F E AT U R E S O F D U C A B C A B L E D E S I G N
(1) XLPE insulation Ultra-violet (UV) colour masterbatch
Ultra-violet (UV) resistant polyethylene masterbatch is used for colouring of insulation. This protects the
insulation from deterioration when exposed to continuous sunlight.

(2) Polypropylene/PETP tape over the laid up cores

Acts as a separator between different polymers used in a cable.

(3) Fillers
For ensuring proper circular shape to the cable, non-hygroscopic compatible fillers (wherever necessary) are
included between laid up cores.

(4) Special requirements

Ducab cables can be custom designed to incorporate special requirements of the client as follows:

(a) Screening: Copper tape or Aluminium PE tape (along with tinned copper drain wire) can be used for
shielding purposes.

(b) Tinned copper wire can be used along with galvanised round steel wires to maintain specified armour
conductivity requirements.

(c) Reduced propagating flame retardant bedding (RPLHCL/RP) and outersheath material can be offered to
meet reduced flame propagation characteristics and low hydrogen acid gas emission.

(d) Cable with bedding and outersheath material of special LSZH (low Smoke and Zero Halogen) compound can be
offered for installations where fire and its associated problems - the emission of smoke and toxic fumes -
offer a serious potential threat. (For details on LSZH cables refer page 33-34)

(e) In water logged areas or where the cables are required to be abrasion resistant, cable with medium density
polyethylene (MDPE) can be offered.

(f) For protection from insects, anti-termite protection can be added to the outersheath.

(5) Fire test requirement

Cables sheathed with general purpose PVC Type 9 meet fire test requirement of IEC 60332-1. Cables with
varying fire performance requirements are manufactured by Ducab. The details on this are provided on request.

I N S TA L L AT I O N
Whichever form of conductor is used, XLPE insulated cables are simple to handle, install and joint. All the cables
described in this publication can be used indoors or outdoors, but some reservations are necessary concerning
cables for direct burial in the ground or for use in sustained wet conditions as follows:
(i) Unarmoured cables are not generally recommended for laying directly in the ground.

(ii) Cables laid directly in the ground, particularly in sustained wet conditions, should have extruded
bedding and preferably MDPE - Medium Density Polyethylene - as the outersheath material.

Other important factors to be taken into account are:

SHEATH DAMAGE
Care should be taken to ensure that the oversheath is not damaged during installation. This is especially important where
aluminium wire armour is used, as ingress of moisture could lead to corrosion or ultimate loss of earth continuity.

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MINIMUM INSTALLATION RADIUS

Cable should not be bent during installation to a radius smaller than that recommended below. Wherever possible larger
installation radii should be used.
Table 1
Type of Cable Overall Diameter (D) Minimum internal
radius of bend

Circular copper conductors armoured or

Any 6D
unarmoured

Shaped copper or aluminium conductors,

armoured or unarmoured Any 8D

For lead sheathed cables Any 12D

CONNECTORS
The use of compression type connectors is recommended for XLPE insulated cables since the use of soldered
connectors would limit the maximum short circuit temperature of the cable to 160˚C (and consequently reduce the final
short circuit current by approximately 30%).

OVERHEAD TERMINATIONS
Ultra violet resistant sleeving or taping should be provided on XLPE insulated cores to avoid degradation due to exposure
to solar rays.

ARMOURED SINGLE CORE CABLES FOR AC OPERATION

The current rating provided for single core cables is based on armour bonded / earthed at both ends. Armour bonding
at both ends results in circulating current in the armour.
Higher current rating may be achieved in case the armour is bonded / earthed at single end. However single end
bonding results in an induced voltage at the unearthed end of the armour. The magnitude of induced voltage is directly
proportional to the current through the conductor and length of the cable. At times the magitude of induced voltage
could pose potential risk if no limiting device is connected at the open end. For this purpose sheath voltage limiters are
in use.
Ducab strongly recommends use of an insulated adopter in the cable gland, while terminating single core cables for AC
operation.
Single core cables for AC operation should not pass through steel conduit or steel gland plate, as it produces a heating
effect.

CABLE SU P P O RT S PACING
As per IEE Wiring Regulations where the cable is not continuously supported it shall be supported by suitable means at
appropriate intervals in such a manner that the cable does not suffer damage by its own weight.

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C U R R E N T R AT I N G S
Current ratings for XLPE insulated cables for ‘ground’ and ‘duct’ installation are derived from the latest issue of ERA
Report 69-30 Part 5 which is based upon IEC Publication 60287. The ratings for ‘In Air’ installation are taken from IEE
Wiring Regulations.

All the ratings given are for single circuits installed thermally independent of other circuits or any other heat source and
on the basis of the standard conditions of installation given in relevant Tables between 17 to 33. For other ambient or
ground temperatures, depth of laying, soil thermal resistivity, the rating must be multiplied by relevant rating factors in
Tables 2 to 6 and 8 to 12.

It should be noted that if XLPE insulated cables, are subjected to operating temperatures appreciably higher than the
90˚C permissible for continuous operation, the insulation will undergo premature ageing thus affecting the normal life
of the cable. However, limiting maximum conductor temperature to 105˚C during overloads with duration not exceeding
4 hours on any one occasion, or a maximum of 100 hours in any 12 consecutive months, or a total of 500 hours in the
cable’s lifetime, would be tenable.

IEE WIRING REGULATIONS - REQUIREMENT FOR CABLES

The IEE Wiring Regulations for installation and selection of cables cannot be approached in isolation from the other
equipment in the installation. In particular the devices providing protection against overload, short circuit, shock by
indirect contact and over-heating of protective conductors during an earth fault, affect the selection of cables.

CROSS SECTIONAL AREAS OF PROTECTIVE CONDUCTORS

(Clause 543 of the 16th Edition of IEE Wiring Regulations)
Regulation 543 explains how the cross sectional area of the circuit protective conductor should be calculated to avoid
it over-heating during a fault to earth. Again the area required depends on the characteristics of the device providing
protection against short circuit.

The steel wire armour of standard cables to BS 5467 (XLPE) and BS 6346 (PVC) provides the required area, or more,
when the protective device is one of the standard fuses or MCB’s with a rating not higher than the current rating of the
cable (assuming disconnection within 5 seconds).

For the most of the cables the armour is still adequate when the fuse rating is one or two steps, or even more, above
the current rating of the cable, the margins being greater for the small sizes and 4 core cables than for the larger sizes
and two core cables.

V O LTA G E D R O P
Voltage drop is normally only of importance for cables of voltage rating 600/1000V or below. If the installation is to be
incompliance with Regulation 525 of the 16th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations, it is stipulated that “the voltage
drop within the installation does not exceed a value appropriate to the safe functioning of the associated equipment in
normal service. The requirement is deemed to be satisfied if the drop in voltage from the origin of the installation (usually
supply terminals) and the fixed current using equipment does not exceed 4 per cent of the nominal voltage of the supply,
disregarding starting conditions.”

(Note: Diversity can be taken into account when calculating voltage drop).

Since the actual power factor of the load is often not known, the most practical approach to the question of voltage drop
is to assume the worst conditions i.e. where the phase angle of the load is equal to that of the cable. The voltage drop
2
values in the tables have been based on this assumption. For conductor sizes up to and including 120 mm the figures
provided apply with sufficient accuracy where the power factor lies between 0.6 lagging and 1.0, and for large cables

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where the power factor of the load does not exceed 0.8 lagging. Where the phase angles of the loads fall outside this
range, the voltage drop deduced from the tables may be unduly conservative and more exact methods of calculation
should be employed.

The values of voltage drop for 600/1000 V rated cables are given in the current rating tables.

In those cases where the actual current differs greatly from the tabulated current rating, the results obtained from the
tables are only approximate; for a more accurate assessment, allowance should be made for the change in conductor
resistance with operating temperature. Refer to page 35 and Table 31 for details. It should also be ensured that the cable
size ultimately selected is capable of carrying the required current under the site conditions of installation.

Values of voltage drop are tabulated for a current of one ampere for a 1 metre run, i.e. for a distance of 1 metre along
the route taken by the cables, and represent the effect of the voltage drop in all the circuit conductors. For balanced three
phase ac circuits, the values relate to the line voltage. For any given run the values need to be multiplied by the length
of the run (in metres) and by the current (in amperes) that the cables are to carry.

Examples: Consider a route of 200 metres of 4 Core armoured cable to be installed in air and to carry 100 amperes
load per phase, with the supply voltage being 415 volts, three phase 50 Hz and the cable to be Copper XLPE/SWA/
PVC.

Using the Tables:

Let Vd be the voltage drop in volts.

Vd = mV x I x L or mV = Vd x 1000
1000 IxL

where I = Current in amperes L = Route length in metres mV = Approximate volt drop/ampere/metre

Assume maximum permissible volt drop = 4 per cent of 415 volts = 16.6 volts

Substitute for current, route length and maximum permissible volt drop

then mV = 16.6 x 1000 = 0.83

200 x 100

Select a cable from the relevant Current Rating Table 26 such that the “mV value” from the voltage drop column is equal
to or less than the 0.83 mV calculated, ensuring that it will carry the current. It will be seen that this value is 0.6 giving a
2 2
cable size of 70mm . However, 100 Amp load could be less than 80% current carrying capacity of 50mm cable, in which
2
case of 50 mm cable will suffice.
Note: Please refer to pages 28 and 35 for additional information on voltage drop.

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R AT I N G FA C T O R S
Where the conditions of installation differ from those defined in the current rating tables, the following rating factors may
be used for cables size selection. (Reference ERA report)

C A B L E S L A I D D I R E C T LY I N G R O U N D
Ratings for cables installed directly in the ground are based on values of soil temperature and soil thermal resistivity
which are generally representative of conditions in the United Kingdom. Rating factors to take account of variation
in ground temperatures are given in Table 2. Where conditions of operation can be fairly accurately estimated and
knowledge of the soil along the route is available, it is possible to determine the ratings more precisely by the use of the
soil thermal resistivity factors, grouping factors, and factors for the depths of laying given in Tables 3 to 6.

RATING FACTORS FOR GROUND TEMPERATURE Table 2

Ground temperature 15˚C 20˚C 25˚C 30˚C 35˚C 40˚C 45˚C

Cable Type Rating factor

XLPE Insulated 1.0 0.97 0.93 0.89 0.86 0.82 0.76

RATING FACTORS FOR VARIATION IN THERMAL RESISTIVITY OF SOIL

(AVERAGE VALUES) Table 3
Size of cables Soil thermal resistivity in ˚C m/W
2
mm 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0

Single core cables

Up to 150 1.16 1.12 1.07 0.91 0.81 0.73 0.66

From 185 to 300 1.17 1.12 1.07 0.91 0.80 0.73 0.66
From 400 to 1000 1.17 1.12 1.07 0.91 0.80 0.73 0.66

Multicore cables

Up to 16 1.12 1.08 1.05 0.93 0.84 0.77 0.72

From 25 to 150 1.14 1.10 1.06 0.92 0.82 0.75 0.69
From 185 to 500 1.15 1.10 1.07 0.92 0.81 0.74 0.67

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RATING FACTORS FOR DEPTH OF LAYING

(TO CENTRE OF CABLE OR TREFOIL GROUP OF CABLES)
Table 4
Depth of laying 600/1000 Volt 1900/3300 Volt
2
2 70mm 2 2 2
Up to 50mm 2 Above 300mm Up to 300mm Above 300mm
m to 300mm

0.50 1.00 1.00 1.00 - -

0.60 0.99 0.98 0.97 - -
0.80 0.97 0.96 0.94 1.00 1.00
1.00 0.95 0.93 0.92 0.98 0.97
1.25 0.94 0.92 0.89 0.96 0.95
1.50 0.93 0.90 0.87 0.95 0.93
1.75 0.92 0.89 0.86 0.94 0.91
2.00 0.91 0.88 0.85 0.92 0.89
2.50 0.90 0.87 0.84 0.91 0.88
3.00 or more 0.89 0.85 0.82 0.90 0.86

GROUP RATING FACTORS FOR CIRCUITS OF THREE SINGLE CORE CABLES IN

TREFOIL OR LAID FLAT TOUCHING, IN HORIZONTAL FORMATION
Table 5

SPACING
SPACING

Number of Circuits
Spacing of Circuits

Touching**

Trefoil Laid flat 0.15 m* 0.30 m 0.45 m 0.60 m

2 0.78 0.81 0.83 0.88 0.91 0.93

3 0.66 0.70 0.73 0.79 0.84 0.87
600/1000
Volt cables 4 0.61 0.64 0.68 0.73 0.81 0.85
5 0.56 0.60 0.64 0.73 0.79 0.85
6 0.53 0.57 0.61 0.71 0.78 0.82

2 0.78 0.80 0.82 0.86 0.89 0.91

3 0.66 0.68 0.71 0.77 0.80 0.83
1900/3300
Volt cables 4 0.59 0.62 0.65 0.72 0.77 0.80
5 0.55 0.58 0.61 0.68 0.74 0.78
6 0.52 0.55 0.58 0.66 0.72 0.76

* This spacing will not be possible for some of the larger diameter cables.
** For high current carrying cables (i.e. large size) it is advisable to allow spacing between circuits. Alternatively
the most appropriate group rating factor must be applied when determining the cable size and required number of
cables in parallel.

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GROUP RATING FACTORS FOR MULTICORE

CABLES IN HORIZONTAL FORMATION
Table 6

SPACING

Number of Cables in Group

Spacing

Touching* 0.15 m 0.30 m 0.45 m 0.60 m

2 0.81 0.87 0.91 0.93 0.95

600/1000 3 0.70 0.78 0.84 0.88 0.90
volt cables
4 0.63 0.74 0.81 0.86 0.89
5 0.59 0.70 0.78 0.84 0.87
6 0.55 0.68 0.77 0.83 0.87
2 0.80 0.85 0.89 0.91 0.93
3 0.68 0.76 0.81 0.84 0.87
1900/3000
4 0.62 0.71 0.77 0.81 0.84
volt cables
5 0.57 0.66 0.73 0.78 0.82
6 0.54 0.64 0.71 0.77 0.81

* For high current carrying cables (i.e. large size) it is advisable to allow spacing between circuits. Alternatively the
most appropriate group rating factor must be applied when determining the cable size and required number of cables
in parallel.

C A B L E S I N S TA L L E D I N D U C T S
The term ducts applies to single way earthenware, fibre or ferrous pipes.

RECOMMENDED DUCT DIMENSIONS AND CABLE SIZES

Table 7
Overall cable diameter Duct
Inside diameter Outside diameter
mm mm mm
Up to and including 65 100 130

Above 65 up to and including 90 125 160

Ratings for cables installed in single way ducts, underground, have been based on values of soil temperature and
soil thermal resistivity which are generally representative of conditions in the United Kingdom. Rating factors to take
account of variations in ground temperatures are given in Table 2. Where conditions of operation can be fairly accurately
estimated, and knowledge of the soil along the route is available, it is possible to determine the ratings more precisely
by the use of estimated maximum ground temperature, the soil thermal resistivity factors, grouping factors, and factors
for the depths of laying given in Tables 8 to 11.

RATING FACTORS FOR GROUND TEMPERATURE

Note: Same as for direct in ground, refer to Table 2.

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RATING FACTORS OF VARIATION IN THERMAL RESISTIVITY OF

SOIL (AVERAGE VALUES)
Table 8
Size of cable Soil thermal resistivity in ˚C m/W
2
mm 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
Single Core Cable
Up to 150 1.10 1.07 1.04 0.94 0.86 0.80 0.76
From 185 to 300 1.11 1.08 1.05 0.93 0.85 0.79 0.75
From 400 to 1000 1.12 1.08 1.05 0.93 0.84 0.78 0.74
Multicore Cables
Up to 16 1.04 1.03 1.02 0.97 0.92 0.88 0.86
From 25 to 150 1.06 1.04 1.03 0.95 0.90 0.85 0.81
From 185 to 500 1.07 1.05 1.03 0.95 0.88 0.83 0.78

RATING FACTORS OF DEPTH OF LAYING (TO CENTRE OF DUCT OR

TREFOIL GROUP OF DUCTS)
Table 9
Depth in laying 600/1000 Volt 1900/3300 Volt

m Single Core Multicore Single Core Multicore

0.50 1.00 1.00 - -
0.60 0.98 0.99 - -
0.80 0.95 0.98 1.00 1.00
1.00 0.93 0.96 0.98 0.99
1.25 0.91 0.95 0.95 0.97
1.50 0.89 0.94 0.93 0.96
1.75 0.88 0.94 0.92 0.95
2.00 0.87 0.93 0.90 0.94
2.50 0.86 0.92 0.89 0.93
3.00 or more 0.85 0.91 0.88 0.92

GROUP RATING FACTORS FOR SINGLE CORE CABLES IN TREFOIL SINGLE

WAY DUCTS, HORIZONTAL FORMATION (AVERAGE VALUES)
Table 10

Number of Circuits SPACING

Spacing
Touching* 0.45 m 0.60 m
2 0.87 0.91 0.93
600/1000 3 0.78 0.84 0.87
Volt Cables 4 0.74 0.81 0.85
5 0.70 0.79 0.83
6 0.69 0.78 0.82
2 0.85 0.88 0.90
1900/3300 3 0.75 0.80 0.83
Volt Cables 4 0.70 0.77 0.80
5 0.67 0.74 0.78
6 0.64 0.72 0.76
* For high current carrying cables (i.e. large size) it is advisable to allow spacing between circuits. Alternatively the most appropriate
group rating factor must be applied when determining the cable size and required number of cables in parallel.

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GROUP RATING FACTORS FOR MULTICORE CABLES IN SINGLE WAY DUCTS,

HORIZONTAL FORMATION (AVERAGE VALUES)
Table 11

Number of Ducts SPACING

in Ground
Spacing

Touching* 0.30 m 0.45 m 0.60 m

2 0.90 0.93 0.95 0.96

600/1000 3 0.83 0.88 0.91 0.93
volt cables 4 0.79 0.85 0.89 0.92
5 0.75 0.83 0.88 0.91
6 0.73 0.82 0.87 0.90
2 0.88 0.91 0.93 0.94
3 0.80 0.85 0.88 0.90
1900/3000
volt cables 4 0.76 0.81 0.85 0.88
5 0.72 0.78 0.83 0.86
6 0.69 0.76 0.81 0.85

* For high current carrying cables (i.e. large size) it is advisable to allow spacing between circuits. Alternatively the most appropriate
group rating factor must be applied when determining the cable size and required number of cables in parallel.

C A B L E S I N S TA L L E D I N A I R
It is anticipated that many of the “in air” installations will be in buildings, and the ratings are therefore given in accordance
with IEE Wiring Regulations for Electrical Installations, 16th Edition.

It should be noted that all ratings for cables run in free air have been based on the assumption
that they are shielded from the direct rays of the sun without restriction of ventilation. The rating
for cables subjected to direct sunlight should be reduced to take account of this factor and further
guidance on this subject is available on request.

RATING FACTORS FOR OTHER AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES

Table 12
Air Temperature 25˚C 30˚C 35˚C 40˚C 45˚C 50˚C 55˚C
XLPE Insulated 1.02 1.0 0.96 0.91 0.87 0.82 0.76

DEFINED CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION

The ‘in-air’ current ratings given in relevant Tables between 18 to 34 are based on the installation conditions in air
as follows:

(a) Single core cables

(1) Two single core cables are installed one above the other, fixed to the vertical surface of a wall or open cable
trench, the distance between the wall and the surface of the cable being not less than 20mm.

Cables are installed at a distance between centres of twice the overall diameter of the cable, i.e. 2D, where
D = overall diameter of cable.

(2) Three single core cables are installed in trefoil formation, fixed to the vertical surface of a wall or open cable
trench, the cables touching throughout and the distance between the wall and the surface of the nearest cable
being not less than 20mm. The cables are assumed to be remote from iron, steel or ferro-concrete, other than the
cable supports. Single core armoured cables to be electrically bonded at each end of the run.

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(b) Multicore Cables

Cables of all types other than single core cables are installed singly, fixed to the vertical surface of a wall or
open cable trench, the distance between the surface of the cable and the wall being not less than 20 mm in every
instance.
If it is necessary for cables to be installed at distances less than those described above, then the values
tabulated under the heading “Clipped direct to a surface...” in the IEE Wiring Regulations should be employed.

S H O R T C I R C U I T R AT I N G S – C O N D U C T O R S

Table 13
Copper Conductors
Conductor size Short circuit ratings for 1 second in KA
Aluminium Copper mm2
Conductor Conductor
0.14 0.21 1.5
0.24 0.36 2.5
0.38 0.57 4
CURRENT
0.56 0.86 6
0.94 1.43 10
1.50 2.29 16
2.35 3.58 25
KILOAMPERES

3.29 5.00 35
4.70 7.15 50
6.58 10.01 70
FAULT

8.93 13.59 95
11.28 17.16 120
14.10 21.45 150
17.39 26.46 185
22.56 34.32 240
28.20 42.90 300
37.60 57.20 400
59.22 90.09 630 DURATION OF SHORT CIRCUT IN
75.20 114.40 800 SECONDS
94.00 143.00 1000 Aluminium Conductors
Note: For any other duration ‘t’ seconds divide the given value 100
90
80
by √t 70
60
CURRENT

50
40

30
The values of fault current given in the graph are
based on the cable being fully loaded at the start of the 20

short circuit (conductor temperature 90˚C) and a final mm2 300

mm2 240
conductor temperature of 250 ˚C. It should be ensured 10
KILOAMPERES

mm2 185
9
that the accessories associated with the cables are also 8
7
mm2 150

6 mm2 120
capable of operation at these values of fault current and 5 mm2 95
temperature.
FAULT

4
mm2 70
3

mm2 50
Note: With XLPE cables the use of soldered type 2
mm2 35
connectors (instead of the compression type) is not
mm2 25
recommended since their use in the system would limit the 1 mm2 16
0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 1.0 2.0 3.0
final conductor temperature to 160 ˚C (and consequently DURATION OF SHORT CIRCUT IN
reduce the fault current rating by approximately 30 per SECONDS
cent).

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S H O R T C I R C U I T R AT I N G S – A R M O U R

XLPE INSULATED CABLES

ARMOUR FAULT CURRENTS TO EARTH

(FOR A FAULT DURATION OF 1 SECOND)
Table 14
Nominal Aluminium Wire Armour Steel Wire Armour
Area of
Conductor 600/1000 V 1900/3300 V 600/1000 V 1900/3300 V
Four Core
Single Core Single Core Two Core Three Core Four Core Three Core
(reduced
neutral)
amp amp amp amp amp amp
amp
2
mm XLPE XLPE XLPE XLPE XLPE XLPE XLPE

16 - - 1800 2000 2200 - 3700

25 - - 1900 2800 3200 3200 4200
35 - - 2800 3200 3600 3400 4700
50 4000* 4700* 3100 3500 4100 3900 5600
70 4700* 5200* 3600 4100 6000 5900 6200
95 5200* 5700* 5100 5800 6700 6600 6900
120 5700* 6100 - 6400 9400 7500 9400
150 6400 6400 - 9200 10500 10000 10100
185 7100 7100 - 10100 11700 11500 10800
240 7900 7800 - 11500 13200 12800 11900
300 8800 8500 - 12300 14600 13900 13000
400 12400 12000 - - 20700 20700 -
500 13800 13300 - - 22500 22500 -
630 15400 14900 - - - - -
800 21300 - - - - - -
1000 23400 - - - - - -

* Based on wire diameters larger than those specified in BS 5467. Refer to Table 16, 32 and 34 for single core cable
armour wire diameter

Notes: 1. The ratings given in the Table above are based on a fault duration of one second and an armour
temperature rise from 80˚C at commencement of the fault to a final temperature of 200˚C.

2. The asymmetrical fault rating of the smaller sizes may be decided by the short circuit capability of the
conductor rather than the armour rating. It is therefore necessary to compare the two ratings.

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Maximum resistance of Cable - Armour in ohms/km at 20˚C
Four Core** Four Core
Single Core Two core Three Core (equal (reduced Inductive reactance (approx) per core of
Nominal Area neutral) 3 phase circuite in ohm/km @ 50 Hz
neutral)
of Conductor Aluminium wire armour With stranded copper conductor & Galvanised Steel Wire Armour
Aluminium
With stranded
Conductor With stranded
copper aluminium 600/ 600/ 1900/ 600/ 600/ Single Two Three & Four
conductor conductor 1000 V 1000 V 3300 V 1000 V 1000 V core cable core cable core cable
2
mm

Copper Conductor *
600/1000 V 600/1000 V
16 1.15 1.910 - - 3.70 3.50 1.90 3.10 - - 0.081 0.081
25 0.727 1.200 - - 3.70 2.50 1.70 2.30 2.30 - 0.079 0.079
35 0.524 0.868 - - 2.60 2.30 1.80 2.00 2.10 - 0.077 0.077

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50 0.387 0.641 1.30 0.75 2.30 2.00 1.30 1.80 1.90 0.106 0.076 0.076
70 0.268 0.443 0.75 0.67 2.00 1.80 1.20 1.20 1.30 0.103 0.075 0.075
95 0.193 0.320 0.67 0.61 1.40 1.30 1.10 1.10 1.10 0.098 0.073 0.073
120 0.153 0.253 0.61 0.42 1.30 1.20 0.76 0.76 0.96 0.096 0.072 0.072
150 0.124 0.206 0.42 0.39 1.20 0.78 0.71 0.68 0.71 0.097 0.073 0.073

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185 0.0991 0.164 0.38 0.37 0.82 0.71 0.65 0.61 0.63 0.096 0.073 0.073
240 0.0754 0.125 0.34 0.34 0.73 0.63 0.59 0.54 0.56 0.092 0.072 0.072
300 0.0601 0.100 0.31 0.31 0.67 0.58 0.55 0.49 0.52 0.09 0.072 0.072
400 0.0470 0.0778 0.22 0.22 0.59 0.52 0.50 0.35 0.46 0.09 0.072 0.07
500 0.0366 0.0605 0.20 0.20 - - - - - 0.089 - -
630 0.0283 0.0469 0.18 0.18 - - - - - 0.086 - -
800 0.0221 0.0367 0.13 0.13 - - - - - 0.083 - -
1000 0.0176 0.0291 0.12 0.12 - - - - - 0.08 - -

* The values given are for plain annealed copper conductors. For tinned conductors reference should be made to BS 6360.
** Multicore cables with stranded Aluminium conductor have same Armour resistances as those with Copper conductors.

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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

STRANDED COPPER & ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORS – SINGLE CORE

CABLES

*UNARMOURED AND ARMOURED, PVC SHEATHED CABLES

600/1000 V Table 16
Unarmoured Cables
Armoured Cables (approximate values)
Nominal Thickness (approximate values)
area of of Cable Cable Cable Diameter Armour** Cable Cable Cable
conductor insulation diameter weight weight under wire diameter weight weight
overall Aluminium Copper armour diameter overall Aluminium Copper
mm2 mm mm kg/km kg/km mm mm mm kg/km kg/km

50 1.0 14.2 250 540 12.6 1.6*** 18.4 460 800

70 1.1 16.2 330 760 14.5 1.6*** 20.2 560 990
95 1.1 18.3 430 1020 16.4 1.6*** 22.3 690 1280
120 1.2 20.2 510 1270 18.0 1.6*** 24.2 800 1550
150 1.4 22.4 630 1560 19.8 1.6 27.4 970 1900
185 1.6 24.7 760 1930 22.0 1.6 30.0 1150 2320
240 1.7 27.7 970 2510 24.6 1.6 32.8 1380 2930
300 1.8 30.6 1190 3120 27.3 1.6 35.6 1640 3580
400 2.0 34.2 1500 3970 31.2 2.0 40.5 2130 4600
500 2.2 38.0 1900 4980 36.0 2.0 44.2 2610 5680
630 2.4 42.9 2420 6400 40.0 2.0 48.8 3180 7160
800 2.6 47.8 3120 8210 45.8 2.5 55.4 4230 9315
1000 2.8 53.0 3780 10275 50.8 2.5 60.6 5000 11490

* Single core unarmoured cables are as per BS 7889.

** Aluminium wire armour for AC system.
*** Wire diameters are larger than those specified in BS 5467.

Note: Cables with Stranded Aluminium Conductors conform to IEC 60502 - 1

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CABLES

600/1000 V ARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 17

Stranded Copper Conductors Stranded Aluminium Conductors
Nominal
Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop per
area of Current Ratings Current Ratings
per ampere per metre ampere per metre
conductor
In single In single
Direct in way
3D
Ground Duct Air Direct in way
3D
Ground Duct Air
Installed Installed
mm 2 ground ducts ground ducts
in air in air
amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
50 235 235 222 0.87 0.93 0.87 175 180 162 1.40 1.60 1.40
70 290 280 285 0.62 0.70 0.62 220 220 207 0.98 1.00 0.98
95 345 330 346 0.47 0.56 0.47 260 260 252 0.72 0.79 0.74
120 390 370 402 0.39 0.48 0.39 295 295 292 0.58 0.66 0.60
150 435 405 463 0.33 0.43 0.33 330 330 337 0.48 0.57 0.49
185 490 440 529 0.28 0.39 0.28 375 365 391 0.39 0.49 0.41
240 560 500 625 0.24 0.35 0.24 435 410 465 0.31 0.42 0.34
300 630 550 720 0.21 0.32 0.21 490 455 540 0.27 0.38 0.29
400 700 580 815 0.20 0.30 0.20 540 480 625 0.35 0.38 0.25
500 770 620 918 0.18 0.28 0.18 580 510 714 0.31 0.35 0.22
630 840 670 1027 0.17 0.26 0.17 630 540 801 0.28 0.32 0.20
800 888 692 1119 0.17 0.25 0.17 - - - - - -
1000 942 735 1214 0.16 0.24 0.16 - - - - - -

600/1000 V UNARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 18

Stranded Copper Conductors Aluminium Conductors
Nominal Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
Current Ratings per ampere per metre Current Ratings
area of per ampere per metre
conductor In single In single
Direct in way 3D Ground Duct Air Direct in way 3D Ground Duct Air
ground Installed Installed
mm
2 ducts ground ducts
in air in air
amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
50 230 240 209 0.85 0.93 0.87 175 180 159 1.40 1.50 1.45
70 285 295 270 0.61 0.70 0.61 215 220 206 0.98 1.10 0.98
95 335 345 330 0.45 0.56 0.45 255 260 253 0.71 0.79 0.73
120 385 395 385 0.36 0.48 0.37 295 300 296 0.57 0.66 0.59
150 435 445 445 0.31 0.43 0.31 325 335 343 0.47 0.57 0.47
185 490 500 511 0.26 0.39 0.26 370 375 395 0.39 0.49 0.39
240 570 580 606 0.22 0.35 0.22 430 440 471 0.31 0.42 0.32
300 650 650 701 0.19 0.32 0.20 490 510 544 0.26 0.38 0.27
400 740 750 820 0.17 0.30 0.18 550 570 638 0.36 0.38 0.23
500 840 850 936 0.16 0.28 0.16 620 640 743 0.33 0.35 0.20
630 960 960 1069 0.15 0.26 0.15 690 730 849 0.28 0.32 0.19
800 1120 1130 1214 0.15 0.25 0.15 - - - - - -
1000 1300 1320 1349 0.14 0.24 0.14 - - - - - -

Direct in ground - Trefoil touching

Installation conditions for above ratings:
Ambient air temperature:30˚C
Single way ducts - ducts touching Ground temperature: 15˚C
Spacing in air - As shown above (D = Cable diameter) Depth of laying:0.5 m, Soil thermal resistivity: 1.2˚C m/W
Non magnetic wire armour bonded at both ends Maximum conductor operating temperature at rated
current is 90˚C, For rating factors see Tables 2 to 6 and 8 to 12

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TWO CORE CABLES

600/1000 VUNARMOURED AND ARMOURED, PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 19

Unarmoured Cables Armoured Cables (approximate values)
Nominal Thickness (approximate values)
area of of
conductor insulation Cable Cable Cable Diameter Armour Cable Cable Cable
diameter weight weight under wire diameter weight weight
mm2 mm overall Aluminium Copper armour diameter overall Aluminium Copper

mm kg/km kg/km mm mm mm kg/km kg/km

16* 0.7 17.0 - 475 15.2 1.25 20.4 - 900

25* 0.9 20.2 415 740 18.5 1.25 24.1 915 1240
35* 0.9 22.5 480 955 21.5 1.60 27.7 1255 1710
50 1.0 20.4 497 1100 18.7 1.60 25.8 1430 1800
70 1.1 23.1 690 1520 21.5 1.60 29.0 1780 2320
95 1.1 26.5 850 2050 24.6 2.00 33.1 1950 3150
120 1.2 28.4 1170 2610 26.8 2.00 36.1 2440 3880
150 1.4 31.7 1450 3220 29.7 2.00 39.3 3050 4820
185 1.6 35.1 1810 4030 33.3 2.50 44.7 3690 5920
240 1.7 40.3 2280 5200 38.1 2.50 49.0 4380 7300
300 1.8 44.3 2760 6430 42.3 2.50 53.5 5100 8770

* Circular conductor, all others are sector shaped.

Note: Unarmoured cables & cables with Stranded Aluminium Conductors conform to IEC 60502 - 1

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STRANDED COPPER & ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORS – TWO CORE CABLES

ARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES

600/1000 V Table 20
Stranded Copper Conductors Aluminium Conductors
Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
Current Ratings Current Ratings
per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
Nominal In single In single
area of Direct in way Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in way Installed Ground Duct Air
conductor ground ducts in air ground ducts in air
2
mm amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
16* 140 115 115 2.9 2.9 2.9 - - - - - -
25* 180 145 152 1.9 1.9 1.9 135 110 112 3.1 3.1 3.1
35* 215 175 188 1.3 1.3 1.3 165 130 138 2.2 2.2 2.2
50 255 210 228 1.0 1.0 1.0 195 155 166 1.7 1.7 1.7
70 315 260 291 0.7 0.7 0.7 240 195 211 1.1 1.1 1.1
95 381 313 354 0.5 0.5 0.5 288 237 254 0.8 0.8 0.8
120 410 344 430 0.4 0.4 0.4 - - - - - -
150 472 384 480 0.4 0.4 0.4 - - - - - -
185 539 432 540 0.3 0.3 0.3 - - - - - -
240 632 504 636 0.2 0.2 0.2 - - - - - -
300 708 560 732 0.2 0.2 0.2 - - - - - -

* Circular conductor, all others are sector shaped

UNARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES

600/1000 V Table 21
Stranded Copper Conductors Aluminium Conductors
Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
Current Ratings Current Ratings
per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
Nominal
In single In single
area of Direct in Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in Installed Ground Duct Air
way way
conductor ground ducts in air ground ducts in air
mm2 amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
16* 140 115 115 2.9 2.9 2.9 - - - - - -
25* 180 140 149 1.9 1.9 1.9 135 105 108 3.1 3.1 3.1
35* 215 170 185 1.3 1.3 1.3 165 130 135 2.2 2.2 2.2
50 255 205 225 1.0 1.0 1.0 195 150 164 1.7 1.7 1.7
70 315 255 289 0.7 0.7 0.7 240 195 211 1.2 1.2 1.2
95 380 311 352 0.5 0.5 0.5 285 235 257 0.8 0.8 0.8
120 410 344 430 0.4 0.4 0.4 - - - - - -
150 473 384 480 0.4 0.4 0.4 - - - - - -
185 542 432 540 0.3 0.3 0.3 - - - - - -
240 641 504 650 0.2 0.2 0.2 - - - - - -
300 741 560 750 0.2 0.2 0.2 - - - - - -

Installation conditions for above ratings:

Direct in ground - Cables touching Ambient air temperature:30˚C
Single way ducts - ducts touching Ground temperature: 15˚C
* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped Depth of laying: 0.5 m
Note: (1) 50mm2 and above are with D-shaped conductor Soil thermal resistivity: 1.2˚C m/W
(2) Unarmoured cables are as per IEC 60502 - 1 Maximum conductor operating temperature at rated current is 90˚C
For rating factors see Tables 2 to 6 and 8 to 12

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THREE CORE CABLES
UNARMOURED AND ARMOURED, PVC SHEATHED CABLES
600/1000 V Table 22
Unarmoured Cables
(approximate values) Armoured Cables (approximate values)
Nominal Thickness
area of of Cable Cable Cable Diameter Armour Cable Cable Cable
conductor insulation diameter weight weight under wire diameter weight weight
overall Aluminium Copper armour diameter overall Aluminium Copper
mm2 mm mm kg/km kg/km mm mm mm kg/km kg/km
16* 0.7 18.0 - 675 16.0 1.25 21.6 - 1130
25* 0.9 21.5 500 990 20.0 1.6 26.7 1220 1710
35* 0.9 24.0 610 1295 22.7 1.6 29.4 1415 2100
25 0.9 19.9 440 900 18.1 1.6 23.8 1040 1530
35 0.9 21.6 540 1190 19.8 1.6 25.7 1210 1870
50 1.0 24.6 740 1640 23.0 1.6 28.5 1550 2450
70 1.1 28.0 1050 2220 26.0 1.6 32.2 1810 3120
95 1.1 31.0 1170 2980 30.0 2.0 37.0 2500 4310
120 1.2 34.8 1440 3730 32.8 2.0 40.4 2870 5160
150 1.4 38.5 2300 5195 36.8 2.5 45.5 3660 7160
185 1.6 44.0 2750 6470 41.5 2.5 49.8 4320 8600
240 1.7 49.5 3020 8380 46.0 2.5 55.1 5170 10755
300 1.8 53.5 3660 10420 51.5 2.5 60.2 6100 13080
400 2.0 59.2 3730 11575 56.4 2.5 66.6 7050 15810

* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped.

Note: Unarmoured cables & cables with Stranded Aluminium Conductors conform to IEC 60502 - 1

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THREE CORE CABLES

600/1000 V ARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 23

Stranded Copper Conductors Stranded Aluminium Conductors
Nominal
Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
area of Current Ratings Current Ratings
per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
conductor

Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air
mm2 ground way ducts in air ground way ducts in air
amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
16 115 94 99 2.5 2.5 2.5 89 72 74 4.2 4.2 4.2
25 150 125 131 1.7 1.7 1.7 115 94 98 2.7 2.7 2.7
35 180 150 162 1.2 1.2 1.2 135 110 120 1.9 1.9 1.9
50 215 175 197 0.9 0.9 0.9 165 135 145 1.4 1.4 1.4
70 265 215 251 0.6 0.6 0.6 200 165 185 1.0 1.0 1.0
95 315 260 304 0.5 0.5 0.5 240 200 224 0.7 0.7 0.7
120 360 300 353 0.4 0.4 0.4 275 230 264 0.6 0.6 0.6
150 405 335 406 0.3 0.3 0.3 310 255 305 0.5 0.5 0.5
185 460 380 463 0.3 0.3 0.3 350 295 350 0.4 0.4 0.4
240 530 440 546 0.2 0.2 0.2 410 340 418 0.3 0.3 0.3
300 590 495 628 0.2 0.2 0.2 460 385 488 0.3 0.3 0.3
400 667 570 728 0.2 0.2 0.2 520 443 562 0.2 0.2 0.2

600/1000 V UNARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 24

Stranded Copper Conductors Stranded Aluminium Conductors
Nominal Current Ratings Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
Current Ratings
area of per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
conductor
2 Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air
mm
ground way ducts in air ground way ducts in air
amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
16 120 93 100 2.5 2.5 2.5 - - - - - -
25 145 125 127 1.7 1.7 1.7 115 92 97 2.7 2.7 2.7
35 180 145 158 1.2 1.2 1.2 135 110 120 1.9 1.9 1.9
50 215 175 192 0.9 0.9 0.9 165 135 146 1.4 1.4 1.4
70 265 215 246 0.6 0.6 0.6 200 165 187 1.0 1.0 1.0
95 315 255 298 0.5 0.5 0.5 240 195 227 0.7 0.7 0.7
120 365 300 346 0.4 0.4 0.4 275 225 263 0.6 0.6 0.6
150 405 330 399 0.3 0.3 0.3 310 255 304 0.5 0.5 0.5
185 465 380 456 0.3 0.3 0.3 350 290 347 0.4 0.4 0.4
240 540 440 538 0.2 0.2 0.2 415 340 409 0.3 0.3 0.3
300 600 500 621 0.2 0.2 0.2 465 385 471 0.3 0.3 0.3
400 675 575 741 0.2 0.2 0.2 523 443 570 0.2 0.2 0.2

Installation conditions for above ratings:

Direct in ground - Cables touching Ambient air temperature:30˚C
Single way ducts - ducts touching Ground temperature: 15˚C, Depth of laying:0.5 m
Note: Unarmoured cables are as per IEC 60502 - 1 Soil thermal resistivity: 1.2˚C m/W
Maximum conductor operating temperature at rated current is 90˚C
For rating factors see Tables 2 to 6 and 8 to 12

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FOUR CORE CABLES

UNARMOURED AND ARMOURED, PVC SHEATHED CABLES

600/1000 V Table 25
Unarmoured Cables
(approximate values) Armoured Cables (approximate values)
Nominal Thickness
area of of Cable Cable Cable Diameter Armour Cable Cable Cable
conductor insulation diameter weight weight under wire diameter weight weight
overall Aluminium Copper armour diameter overall Aluminium Copper
mm2 mm mm kg/km kg/km mm mm mm kg/km kg/km
16* 0.7 20.0 - 780 18.0 1.25 23.4 - 1320
25 0.9 21.0 520 1160 20.0 1.6 26.1 1200 1840
35 0.9 24.5 650 1540 22.8 1.6 28.6 1420 2310
50 1.0 26.5 900 2100 25.5 1.6 32.0 1770 2970
70 1.1 31.0 1210 2950 29.5 2.0 37.7 2500 4240
95 1.1 35.2 1550 3970 33.5 2.0 41.7 2980 5400
120 1.2 39.0 1910 4960 37.5 2.5 47.1 3950 7000
150 1.4 43.5 2410 6160 41.5 2.5 51.4 4600 8350
185 1.6 49.0 2990 7690 46.0 2.5 56.6 5430 10130
240 1.7 54.5 3890 10070 52.5 2.5 63.0 6660 12840
300 1.8 61.0 4730 12490 57.5 2.5 68.8 7770 15530
400 2.0 67.5 5780 15620 65.0 3.15 78.1 10380 19950
500** 2.2 74.2 7500 19900 72.6 3.15 82.0 12200 24360

* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped.

** Cable as per IEC 60502 - 1
Note: Unarmoured cables & cables with Stranded Aluminium Conductors conform to IEC 60502 - 1

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STRANDED COPPER & ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORS

FOUR CORE CABLES

600/1000 V ARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 26

Stranded Copper Conductors Stranded Aluminium Conductors

Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop

Current Ratings Current Ratings
per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
Nominal

area of Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air
conductor ground way ducts in air ground way ducts in air
2
mm amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
16 115 94 99 2.5 2.5 2.5 89 72 74 4.2 4.2 4.2
25 150 125 131 1.7 1.7 1.7 115 94 98 2.7 2.7 2.7
35 180 150 162 1.2 1.2 1.2 135 110 120 1.9 1.9 1.9
50 215 175 197 0.9 0.9 0.9 165 135 145 1.4 1.4 1.4
70 265 215 251 0.6 0.6 0.6 200 165 185 1.0 1.0 1.0
95 315 260 304 0.5 0.5 0.5 240 200 224 0.7 0.7 0.7
120 360 300 353 0.4 0.4 0.4 275 230 264 0.6 0.6 0.6
150 405 335 406 0.3 0.3 0.3 310 255 305 0.5 0.5 0.5
185 460 380 463 0.3 0.3 0.3 350 295 350 0.4 0.4 0.4
240 530 440 546 0.2 0.2 0.2 410 340 418 0.3 0.3 0.3
300 590 495 628 0.2 0.2 0.2 460 385 488 0.3 0.3 0.3
400 667 570 728 0.2 0.2 0.2 520 443 562 0.2 0.2 0.2
500 720 605 800 0.2 0.2 0.2 561 470 618 0.2 0.2 0.2

600/1000 V UNARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 27

Stranded Copper Conductors Aluminium Conductors
Nominal Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
Current Ratings Current Ratings
area of per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
conductor
2 Direct in Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air
mm In single
ground way ducts in air ground way ducts in air
amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
16 120 93 100 2.5 2.5 2.5 89 72 74 4.2 4.2 4.2
25 145 125 127 1.7 1.7 1.7 115 92 97 2.7 2.7 2.7
35 180 145 158 1.2 1.2 1.2 135 110 120 1.9 1.9 1.9
50 215 175 192 0.9 0.9 0.9 165 135 146 1.4 1.4 1.4
70 265 215 246 0.6 0.6 0.6 200 165 187 1.0 1.0 1.0
95 315 255 298 0.5 0.5 0.5 240 195 227 0.7 0.7 0.7
120 365 300 346 0.4 0.4 0.4 275 225 263 0.6 0.6 0.6
150 405 330 399 0.3 0.3 0.3 310 255 304 0.5 0.5 0.5
185 465 380 456 0.3 0.3 0.3 350 290 347 0.4 0.4 0.4
240 540 440 538 0.2 0.2 0.2 415 340 409 0.3 0.3 0.3
300 600 500 621 0.2 0.2 0.2 465 385 471 0.3 0.3 0.3
400 675 575 741 0.2 0.2 0.2 523 443 570 0.2 0.2 0.2
500 730 610 814 0.2 0.2 0.2 565 470 626 0.2 0.2 0.2

Installation conditions for above ratings:

Ambient air temperature: 30˚C, Ground temperature: 15˚C,
Direct in ground - Cables touching
Depth of laying: 0.5 m, Soil thermal resistivity: 1.2˚C m/W
Single way ducts - ducts touching
Maximum conductor operating temperature at rated current is 90˚C
Note: Unarmoured cables are as per IEC 60502 - 1
For rating factors see Tables 2 to 6 and 8 to 12

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X L P E I N S U L AT E D C A B L E S T O B S 5 4 6 7 &
IEC-60502 - 1

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

STRANDED COPPER & ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORS

FOUR CORE CABLES WITH REDUCED NEUTRAL CONDUCTOR

600/1000 V UNARMOURED AND ARMOURED, PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 28

Unarmoured Cables
(approximate values) Armoured Cables (approximate values)
Nominal Nominal Thickness
area of area of of Cable Cable Cable Diameter Armour Cable Cable Cable
conductor neutral insulation diameter weight weight under wire diameter weight weight
conductor (phase) overall Aluminium Copper armour diameter overall Aluminium Copper
mm2 mm2 mm mm kg/km kg/km mm mm mm kg/km kg/km
25 16* 0.9 21.4 - 1070 19.1 1.6 26.1 - 1750
35 16* 0.9 23.2 - 1360 22.0 1.6 27.9 - 2130
50 25* 1.0 26.1 860 1920 24.5 1.6 31.2 1710 2770
70 35* 1.1 30.4 1080 2610 28.5 2.0 36.6 2340 3870
95 50 1.1 34.8 1390 3500 32.0 2.0 41.0 2800 4910
120 70 1.2 39.4 1820 4540 35.5 2.0 45.3 3340 6060
150 70* 1.4 42.5 2190 5440 39.5 2.5 50.0 4360 7610
185 95 1.6 47.7 2630 6760 43.5 2.5 55.3 5020 9150
240 120* 1.7 53.4 3500 8900 50.2 2.5 61.1 6220 11620
300 150* 1.8 59.0 4240 11000 55.0 2.5 66.7 7220 13980
400 185* 2.0 67.0 5560 13900 62.5 3.15 73.8 9950 18250
500** 240* 2.2 74.0 6700 17560 68.8 3.15 83.9 11200 22000

* Circular stranded conductors, all others are sector shaped.

** Cable as per IEC 60502 - 1

Note: Unarmoured cables & cables with Stranded Aluminium Conductors conform to IEC 60502 - 1

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STRANDED COPPER & ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORS

FOUR CORE CABLES WITH REDUCED NEUTRAL CONDUCTOR

600/1000 V ARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 29

Stranded Copper Conductors Stranded Aluminium Conductors
Nominal Nominal
Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
area of area of Current Ratings Current Ratings
conductor neutral per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
conductor In single
Direct in Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air
way
2 2
mm mm ground ducts in air ground way ducts in air
amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
25 16* 150 125 131 1.7 1.7 1.7 115 94 98 2.7 2.7 2.7
35 16* 180 150 162 1.2 1.2 1.2 135 110 120 1.9 1.9 1.9
50 25* 215 175 197 0.9 0.9 0.9 165 135 145 1.4 1.4 1.4
70 35* 265 215 251 0.6 0.6 0.6 200 165 185 1.0 1.0 1.0
95 50 315 260 304 0.5 0.5 0.5 240 200 224 0.7 0.7 0.7
120 70 360 300 353 0.4 0.4 0.4 275 230 264 0.6 0.6 0.6
150 70* 405 335 406 0.3 0.3 0.3 310 255 305 0.5 0.5 0.5
185 95 460 380 463 0.3 0.3 0.3 350 295 350 0.4 0.4 0.4
240 120* 530 440 546 0.2 0.2 0.2 410 340 418 0.3 0.3 0.3
300 150* 590 495 628 0.2 0.2 0.2 460 385 488 0.3 0.3 0.3
400 185* 667 570 728 0.2 0.2 0.2 520 443 562 0.2 0.2 0.2
500 240* 720 605 800 0.2 0.2 0.2 561 470 618 0.2 0.2 0.2
* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped.

600/1000 V UNARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 30

Stranded Copper Conductors Stranded Aluminium Conductors
Nominal Nominal
Approximate voltage drop Approximate voltage drop
area of area of Current Ratings Current Ratings
per ampere per metre per ampere per metre
Conductor neutral
In single
conductor Direct in
way Installed Ground Duct Air Direct in In single Installed Ground Duct Air
ground ducts in air ground way ducts in air
2 2
mm mm amps amps amps mV mV mV amps amps amps mV mV mV
25 16* 145 125 127 1.7 1.7 1.7 115 92 97 2.7 2.7 2.7
35 16* 180 145 158 1.2 1.2 1.2 135 110 120 1.9 1.9 1.9
50 25* 215 175 192 0.9 0.9 0.9 165 135 146 1.4 1.4 1.4
70 35* 265 215 246 0.6 0.6 0.6 200 165 187 1.0 1.0 1.0
95 50 315 255 298 0.5 0.5 0.5 240 195 227 0.7 0.7 0.7
120 70 365 300 346 0.4 0.4 0.4 275 225 263 0.6 0.6 0.6
150 70* 405 330 399 0.3 0.3 0.3 310 255 304 0.5 0.5 0.5
185 95 465 380 456 0.3 0.3 0.3 350 290 347 0.4 0.4 0.4
240 120* 540 440 538 0.2 0.2 0.2 415 340 409 0.3 0.3 0.3
300 150* 600 500 621 0.2 0.2 0.2 465 385 471 0.3 0.3 0.3
400 185* 675 575 741 0.2 0.2 0.2 523 443 570 0.2 0.2 0.2
500 240* 730 610 814 0.2 0.2 0.2 565 470 626 0.2 0.2 0.2

Installation conditions for above ratings:

Direct in ground - Cables touching Ambient air temperature: 30˚C
Single way ducts - ducts touching Ground temperature: 15˚C
* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped Depth of laying: 0.5 m
Note: Unarmoured cables are as per IEC 60502 - 1 Soil thermal resistivity: 1.2˚C m/W
Maximum conductor operating temperature at rated current is 90˚C
For rating factors see Tables 2 to 6 and 8 to 12

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CURRENT RATINGS (AC) AND VOLT DROPS

STRANDED COPPER CONDUCTORS

600/1000 V THREE AND FOUR CORE ARMOURED, PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 31
Conductor Current Voltage Current Conductor Current Voltage Current Conductor Current Voltage Current
size in air drop in ground size in air drop in ground size in air drop in ground
mm2 A mV/A/m A mm2 A mV/A/m A mm2 A mV/A/m A
99 2.50 115 251 0.607 265 463 0.255 460
97 2.50 112 240 0.599 260 450 0.252 450
93 2.47 110 230 0.589 250 430 0.249 435
89 2.43 105 220 0.580 245 415 0.246 420
16 84 2.39 100 70 210 0.572 235 185 395 0.243 405
80 2.35 97 195 0.562 225 370 0.240 390
74 2.31 94 185 0.554 215 345 0.237 375
68 2.27 89 170 0.545 205 320 0.235 355
62 2.23 84 150 0.536 195 290 0.232 335

131 1.65 150 304 0.446 315 546 0.211 530

130 1.59 145 295 0.439 305 530 0.208 515
125 1.56 140 290 0.433 300 510 0.206 500
120 1.54 135 270 0.427 290 490 0.204 485
25 110 1.51 130 95 255 0.421 280 240 465 0.203 470
105 1.49 125 240 0.415 270 440 0.200 450
99 1.46 120 225 0.408 255 410 0.199 430
91 1.44 115 210 0.402 245 375 0.197 410
82 1.41 110 190 0.396 230 340 0.195 385

162 1.15 180 353 0.366 360 628 0.185 590

155 1.15 175 340 0.357 350 605 0.183 575
150 1.13 170 325 0.352 340 580 0.181 560
145 1.11 165 310 0.347 330 555 0.180 540
35 135 1.09 160 120 300 0.342 320 300 530 0.179 520
130 1.08 150 280 0.337 305 500 0.177 500
120 1.06 145 260 0.333 295 465 0.176 480
110 1.04 140 240 0.328 280 430 0.174 455
100 1.02 130 215 0.323 260 390 0.174 430
197 0.865 215 406 0.303 405 728 0.166 667
190 0.852 210 395 0.299 395 715 0.163 640
180 0.839 200 375 0.295 385 685 0.162 620
175 0.826 195 365 0.292 370 655 0.161 600
50 165 0.813 190 150 345 0.288 360 400 620 0.160 580
155 0.800 185 325 0.284 345 585 0.159 560
145 0.787 175 305 0.280 330 545 0.158 535
135 0.774 165 280 0.277 315 500 0.157 505
120 0.761 155 250 0.273 295 450 0.156 475

Installation conditions for above ratings:

Ambient temperature: 30˚C Soil Thermal resistivity: 1.2˚Cm/W
Ground Temperature: 15˚C Depth of laying: 0.5 m

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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

1900/3300 V ARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 32

Stranded Copper Conductors - Single core cables Stranded Copper Conductors - Three core cables
Approximate Values Approximate Values

Nominal Thickness Diameter Armour** Cable Cable Nominal Thickness Diameter Armour Cable Cable
area of of under wire diameter weight area of of under wire diameter weight
conductor insulation armour diameter overall copper conductor insulation armour diameter overall copper
mm2 mm mm mm mm kg/km mm2 mm mm mm mm kg/km
50 2.0 15.0 1.6* 20.6 810 16* 2.0 21.5 1.6 29.3 1600
70 2.0 16.6 1.6* 22.4 1040 25* 2.0 24.5 1.6 32.2 2060
95 2.0 18.4 1.6* 24.3 1330 35* 2.0 26.5 1.6 34.8 2400
120 2.0 19.8 1.6 27.2 1680 50 2.0 25.2 2.0 34.7 3200
150 2.0 21.2 1.6 28.8 1970 70 2.0 28.4 2.0 38.0 3800
185 2.0 23.0 1.6 30.8 2370 95 2.0 31.0 2.0 41.4 4730
240 2.0 25.5 1.6 33.5 2960 120 2.0 36.6 2.5 45.7 6070
300 2.0 27.7 1.6 36.1 3610 150 2.0 38.5 2.5 48.5 7010
400 2.0 31.0 2.0 40.5 4600 185 2.0 42.5 2.5 51.9 8270
500 2.2 36.0 2.0 44.2 5680 240 2.0 47.8 2.5 56.9 10310
630 2.4 40.0 2.0 48.8 7160 300 2.0 51.4 2.5 61.2 12300
800 2.6 45.8 2.5 55.4 9150 - - - - - -
1000 2.8 50.8 2.5 60.6 11270 - - - - - -
* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped

CURRENT RATINGS
1900/3300 V ARMOURED PVC SHEATHED CABLES Table 33
Stranded Copper Conductors - Single core cables Stranded Copper Conductors - Three core cables
Nominal Nominal
area of Direct in In single Installed in area of Direct in In single Installed in
conductor ground way ducts air conductor ground way ducts air
mm2 amps amps amps mm2 amps amps amps
50 222 219 228 16 114 96 106
70 271 264 285 25 147 124 142
95 324 310 350 35 175 147 168
120 366 342 407 50 207 174 202
150 409 376 463 70 254 214 255
185 460 414 528 95 304 257 312
240 528 464 623 120 345 293 361
300 589 506 710 150 387 328 410
400 651 535 808 185 436 371 471
500 720 579 915 240 502 428 554
630 789 624 1030 300 563 480 634
800 831 650 1119 - - - -
1000 880 689 1214 - - - -

Installation conditions for above ratings:

Direct in ground - Trefoil touching Ambient air temperature: 30˚C
Single way ducts - ducts touching Ground temperature: 15˚C
Spacing in air - As shown above (D=Cable diameter) Depth of laying: 0.5 m
Soil thermal resistivity: 1.2˚C m/W
*Wire diameters are larger than those specified in BS 5467 Maximum conductor operating temperature at rated current is 90˚C
**Aluminium wire armour for AC system For rating factors see Tables 2 to 6 and 8 to 12

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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Lead Sheathed Armoured Power Cables to BS 5467 and EEMUA 133

600/1000 V Table 34
Nominal Approximate diameter
area of
Approx.
conductor Nominal Over Armour Overall
weight
lead sheath lead Wire cable
kg/km
mm2 thickness mm mm mm mm
50* 1.1 13.0 1.6 20.8 1300
70* 1.1 15.0 1.6 22.6 1620
95* 1.1 16.8 1.6 24.5 2040
120* 1.2 18.5 1.6 26.2 2380
Single core

150 1.2 20.5 1.6 28.5 2840

185 1.3 22.8 1.6 30.8 3365
240 1.4 25.5 1.6 33.5 4180
300 1.4 28.1 1.6 36.4 5060
400 1.6 32.3 2.0 41.8 6400
500 1.7 37.0 2..0 46.6 8000
630 1.8 40.8 2.0 50.8 9720
800 2.0 47.5 2.5 59.2 12700
1000 2.1 52.5 2.5 64.2 15400

16 1.1 15.5 1.25 21.8 1540

25 1.2 18.9 1.25 25.5 2060
35* 1.3 21.3 1.6 29.4 2670
50 1.2 19.0 1.6 27.2 2640
Two core

70 1.3 22.2 1.6 30.5 3400

95 1.4 24.8 2.0 34.5 4530
120 1.4 27.2 2.0 37.8 5170
150 1.5 30.3 2.0 41.1 6120
185 1.6 33.7 2.5 46.3 7710
240 1.8 38.9 2.5 51.7 9650
300 1.9 42.9 2.5 56.3 11510

16 1.1 16.5 1.25 23.0 1750

25 1.2 20.5 1.6 28.6 2650
35 1.3 23.0 1.6 31.2 3220
50* 1.3 24.0 1.6 32.0 3630
Three core

70 1.4 26.5 1.6 35.0 4560

95 1.5 30.5 2.0 40.5 6110
120 1.6 33.5 2.0 43.5 7300
150 1.7 37.8 2.5 49.4 8980
185 1.9 42.8 2.5 54.5 10870
240 2.0 48.2 2.5 60.2 13500
300 2.2 52.2 2.5 65.2 16150
400 2.3 57.8 2.5 71.8 19550

16 1.2 18.8 1.25 25.5 2120

25* 1.2 20.5 1.6 28.5 2800
35 1.3 23.2 1.6 31.3 3430
50 1.4 26.2 1.6 34.6 4260
Four core

70 1.5 30.5 2.0 40.5 5850

95 1.6 34.8 2.0 44.8 7340
120 1.7 37.8 2.5 49.8 9400
150 1.9 43.2 2.5 55.0 11280
185 2.0 47.8 2.5 60.0 13600
240 2.2 53.8 2.5 66.5 17000
300 2.3 58.5 2.5 72.5 20150
400 2.5 65.9 3.15 82.6 26100

* Cable with 1.6mm wire armour, a deviation from BS 5467. Lead sheath thicknesses are nominal values based on EEMUA 133.
Tolerance on the above dimensions are -0.3mm and +0.5mm. For 2 core cables, 50 mm2 and above have D-shaped conductors.
Cable sizes marked + and higher have sector shaped conductors.

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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

LEAD SHEATHED ARMOURED POWER CABLES TO BS 5467 AND EEMUA 133
1900/3300 V Table 35
Nominal Approximate diameter
area of
conductor Nominal Over Armour Overall Approx.
lead sheath lead Wire cable weight
mm2 thickness mm mm mm mm kg/km

16 1.3 22.9 1.6 31.8 2750

25 1.4 26.1 1.6 34.9 3412

35 1.5 28.6 1.6 37.6 4045

50* 1.5 29.8 2.0 40.2 4822

Three core

70 1.5 31.1 2.0 41.7 5560

95 1.6 32.7 2.0 43.5 6582

120 1.7 38.0 2.5 50.4 8440

150 1.8 39.8 2.5 52.7 9540

185 1.9 43.8 2.5 56.6 11272

240 2.0 48.9 2.5 62.3 13819

300 2.2 53.3 2.5 66.9 16456

* Cable sizes 50 mm2 and higher have sector shaped conductors.

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RESISTANCE OF LEAD SHEATH AND ARMOUR

LEAD SHEATHED ARMOURED POWER CABLES TO BS 5467 AND EEMUA 133
1900/3300 V Table 36
Maximum Resistance (ohms) per 1000 metres of cable at 20˚C

Nominal area of 600/1000 V 1900/3300 V

conductor Single core Two core Three core Four core Three core
mm2 Armour Lead Lead Armour Lead Armour Armour Lead Armour Lead
1.5 - - 8.98 6.21 8.54 5.96 7.72 5.59 - -

2.5 - - 7.56 5.51 7.09 5.26 6.29 4.84 - -

4 - - 6.37 4.88 6.27 4.81 5.41 4.31 - -

6 - - 5.85 4.59 5.40 4.31 4.91 3.02 - -

10 - - 4.91 4.01 4.71 2.93 4.10 2.63 - -

16 8.14 0.62 4.29 3.10 4.11 2.64 3.31 2.36 2.42 1.37

25 6.63 0.54 3.21 2.64 2.96 1.58 2.93 1.57 1.97 1.22

35 6.01 0.50 2.60 1.69 2.41 1.42 2.38 1.41 1.68 1.13

50 5.24 0.47 3.19 1.88 2.37 1.40 1.96 1.27 1.61 0.84

70 4.56 0.42 2.52 1.64 1.95 1.27 1.59 0.87 1.54 0.81

95 4.07 0.39 2.10 1.14 1.60 0.87 1.30 0.77 1.37 0.77

120 3.30 0.35 1.89 1.04 1.32 0.78 1.11 0.57 1.10 0.54

150 3.03 0.32 1.58 0.95 1.13 0.58 0.88 0.51 1.00 0.52

185 2.48 0.29 1.33 0.69 0.89 0.52 0.75 0.47 0.86 0.48

240 2.03 0.26 1.02 0.61 0.76 0.47 0.61 0.42 0.73 0.43

300 1.86 0.24 0.87 0.55 0.62 0.42 0.53 0.38 0.61 0.40

400 1.41 0.17 - - 0.53 0.39 0.43 0.26 0.53 0.37

500 1.16 0.15 - - - - - - - -

630 0.98 0.13 - - - - - - - -

800 0.76 0.09 - - - - - - - -

1000 0.65 0.08 - - - - - - - -

Note: Single core cables with Aluminium Wire Armour and Multicore cables with Steel Wire Armour

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A D VA N TA G E S O F X L P E I N S U L AT E D C A B L E S
1. Does not soften beyond the normal range of conductor operating temperatures and is called THERMOSETTING
insulation.
2. Due to greater capacity to withstand heat, the permissible maximum continuous conductor operating temperature
is 90˚C and for momentary short circuits the permissible temperature is 250˚C.
3. Higher insulation strength and superior mechanical properties allow lower insulation thickness. The insulation
resistance value of the cable does not appreciably change with conductor operating temperature.
4. XLPE insulation dissipates heat from conductors much faster as its thermal resistivity is 3.5˚C m/W.
5. Heat generation in the insulation itself is low due to very low “loss angle”.
6. Due to the foregoing reasons, an XLPE cable can carry 15% to 30% higher current than a PVC cable with the
same conductor size.
7. Density of XLPE is 0.92 to 0.94 gm/ml and due to lower insulation thickness, XLPE insulated cables are lighter
and easier to install.
8. Jointing and terminating of XLPE insulated cables does not require any special techniques.

LSZH CABLES
Ducab can manufacture a dedicated cable called LSZH (Low Smoke & Zero Halogen) for installations where fire and its
associated problems - the emission of smoke and toxic fumes - offer a serious potential threat. LSZH compound is free
from halogens (fluorine, chlorine and bromine) and when tested to BS 6425 Part 1 and IEC 754 Part 1 the acidic gas
evolved during combustion is less than 0.5% by weight of material. Furthermore, when tested in accordance with BS
2782 Method 141D, the oxygen index of both bedding and sheath will not be less than 30. These cables comply with BS
6724 and also meet the requirements of IEC 332 Part 3.

LSZH Cable:
• is slow to ignite,burns slowly and gives off reduced smoke and fumes which can kill people
• does not produce corrosive halogen acid gases which destroy sensitive electronic equipment
• helps people to escape from a fire - helps them to see and to breathe for longer
• wins time for people to escape and for emergency services to help
• is essential in public buildings, transport or confined areas where larger numbers of people - many of them
strangers to the surroundings or infirm - regularly congregate
Some of the key benefits of LSZH cables are as follows:
... to the Public
• much improved safety margins to help them survive a fire situation in enclosed areas or high population, high-
tech commercial offices in which they might work or visit

... to the Specifier

• enhanced fire damage protection for both structure and sensitive electronic equipment
• demonstrates proper concern for public and environmental safety

... to the Contractor

• no loss of versatility
• can be installed wherever conventional cables would be used and are compatible with standard accessories

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W H I C H S I T U AT I O N S D E M A N D L S Z H C A B L E ?
LSZH cables should be used in any location where the outbreak of fire would constitute an immediate threat to life and
to the performance of sensitive electronic equipment.
LSZH cables with their slow burning and no-smoke qualities are most essential in ‘high population’ public or commercial
buildings, enclosed areas such as tunnels or public transport, or places where large numbers of people, perhaps
unfamiliar with their surroundings or with limited mobility, congregate - for example:
• places which are densely occupied on a regular basis - multi storey dwellings, office blocks, hotels,
educational establishments, factories.
• places where large number of people congregate without being familiar with the layout - cinemas,
theatres, shopping complexes, tunnels, underground and surface passenger terminals and concourses.
• for housing people with limited mobility - hospitals, retirement homes.
• places involving high security - defence installations, prisons, research establishments, computer centres
• where operating critical processes - power stations, nuclear reprocessing petro-chemical installations.
Note: For technical data for LSZH cables, please refer to Technical Department.

X L P E C A B L E D ATA F O R PA R T I A L L O A D S

For installations where XLPE insulated cables are not fully loaded and
conductor operating temperatures are below 90˚C.
The current ratings given in relevant tables of this publication assume that cables are fully loaded i.e.
conductor operating temperature is 90˚C and conductor resistances at this temperature have been used in
the tabulated figures of volt drop per ampere per metre for various sizes of cables.
In many situations the conductor size which is ultimately chosen may not be carrying its maximum permissible
current (i.e. its full rated current) and consequently it will not be operating at its maximum designed temperature.
Table 31 shows the reduced voltage drop / ampere/metre/ data corresponding to reduced operating temperature due
to reduced load currents. The first line is applicable to 90˚C conductor temperature. Examples are given below to
illustrate situations where over-designing can be avoided. “Standard conditions” in the following refer to those obtained
in the United Kingdom on which the current rating /voltage drop tables are based. For situations other than “standard
conditions” such as those in the Middle East, suitable rating factors can be applied for utilising data in Table 31 as
shown in example (3) in the following:
It should also be ensured that the cable size ultimately selected is capable of carrying the required current under site
conditions of installation.

Formula Vd = mV x I x L or mV = Vd x 1000
1000 IxL

where Vd = maximum acceptable volt drop (in volts)

I = current per phase (in amps)
mV = appropriate volt drop (in mV/amp/metre)
L = route length (in metres)
Examples: At standard defined conditions:

1) Consider a route of 120 metres of four core copper XLPE/SWA/PVC to be installed in air (at standard conditions) and
to carry 300 amps per phase at 415 volts. Maximum voltage drop to be 2.5 per cent.
2.5 per cent of 415 V = 10.4 V
Substitute for current, route length and maximum volt drop

mV = 10.4 x 1000 = 0.289 mV/A/m

300 x 120

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From Table 31, the first line of figures per conductor size (corresponding to IEE Wiring Regulations) and giving a voltage
drop value less than 0.289 is 185 mm2. By studying the table to find a voltage drop value equal to, or less than the
0.289 calculated, but at the same time representing the 300 A load required, it will be seen that a voltage drop of 0.280
corresponds to a current of 305 A and a reduced conductor size of 150 mm2. Therefore it is possible to select a 150 mm2
cable rather than the 185 mm2 cable first indicated.
The actual volt drop of this installation is

Vd = 300 X 120 X 0.280 = 10.1V

1000

2) Consider a route of 130 metres of four core copper XLPE /SWA/PVC cable to be installed partly in air, partly
underground, and to carry 260 amps per phase at 380 V. Maximum voltage drop to be 3%. 3% of 380 V = 11.4 V
Substitute for current, route length and maximum volt drop

mV = 11.4 X 1000 = 0.337 mV/A/m

260 X 130

Selecting a voltage drop corresponding to the maximum rating the size would be 150 mm2 but selecting from Table 31
such that mV/A/m is equal to, or less than the 0.337 calculated and is capable of carrying 260 A (in ground and in air), it
will be seen that this value is 0.333 for a 120 mm2 cable (instead of 150 mm2).

and the actual voltage drop = 260 x 130 x 0.333 = 11.3 V

1000
(See Tables 2 to 12 for site conditions other than standard defined conditions)
Examples: At site conditions other than standard defined conditions

3) Consider example (1) but at an ambient temperature of 45˚C. Derating factor for this temp. = 0.87 (see Table 12). Using
this factor, calculate the ‘equivalent current’ at standard conditions by dividing the actual current by the derating factor.

Thus ‘equivalent current’ = 300 = 345 A

0.87

and from previous example (1) the mV/A/m figure needs to be 0.289 or less.
Selecting a cable from Max Rating figures as previously - the cable would be 185 mm2.
However selecting from Table 31 with a current of 345A and a volt drop of 0.289 (or less), gives a cable size of 150 mm2
with a voltage drop value of 0.288 mV/A/m at 345A. (instead of the 185 mm2).

and the actual voltage drop = 300 x 120 x 0.288 = 10.4 V

1000

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COMPONENTS REFERENCE CHART

600/1000V

BW CW E1W E1WF EXCEL PLUS BARR-W Ranger Aluminium

Nominal No. Thread Telcleat Copper
Indoor Outdoor Outdoor E.Exd Deluge-proof Explosion Cleat Claw & 2 Bolt Easypac
Con. Area of Size Ref. Connectors
Gland Kit Gland Kit Gland Kit Gland Kit Gland Proof Gland Ref. Cleat Resin Joint
mm2 cores mm 385AA Lugs
Reference Reference Reference Reference Reference Reference 382AA Ref. 370BA
2 20 BW20SK CW20SSK KA413-71 KA472-71 493AB-71 424AA-52 01 - 01 PUJ2CC
BT2C-
3 20 BW20SK CW20SSK KA413-71 KA472-71 493AB-71 424AA-52 01 - 01 PUJ2CC
BT2C-
4 20 BW20SK CW20SK KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-52 424AA-52 01 01 02 PUJ2CC
BT2C-
7 20 BW20K CW20K KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-52 424AA-53 02 01 02 PUJ2CC
BT2C-
1.5 12 20/25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-53 424AA-55 03 02 04 PUJ6CC
BT2C-
19 25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-55 04 03 05 PUJ6CC
BT2C-
27 25/32 BW32K CW32K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-56 424AA-56 05 03 06 PUJ6CC
BT2C-
37 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 06 PUJ16CC
BT2C-

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48 40 BW40K CW40K KA413-57 KA472-57 493AB-57 424AA-57 07 05 07 PUJ25CC
BT2C-
2 20 BW20SK CW20SK KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-52 424AA-52 01 01 02 PUJ2CC BT2C-
3 20 BW20SK CW20SK KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-52 424AA-52 01 01 02 PUJ2CC BT2C-
4 20 BW20SK CW20SK KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-52 424AA-52 02 01 02 PUJ2CC BT2C-
7 20 BW20K CW20K KA413-53 KA472-53 493AB-53 424AA-53 03 01 03 PUJ6CC BT2C-
2.5
12 25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-55 04 03 05 PUJ6CC BT2C-
19 25/32 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-56 05 03 06 PUJ25CC BT2C-

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27 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 06 PUJ25CC BT2C-
37 40 BW40K CW40K KA413-57 KA472-57 493AB-57 424AA-57 06 04 07 PUJ25CC BT2C-

2 20 BW20SK CW20SK KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-52 424AA-52 02 01 02 BT6C-

4 3 20 BW20SK CW20SK KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-52 424AA-52 02 01 02 PUJ6CC BT6C-
4 20 BW20K CW20K KA413-53 KA472-53 493AB-53 424AA-53 03 01 03 BT6C-
STRANDED COPPER CONDUCTORS

2 20 BW20K CW20K KA413-52 KA472-52 493AB-53 424AA-53 03 01 03 BT6C-

6 3 20 BW20K CW20K KA413-53 KA472-53 493AB-53 424AA-53 03 01 03 PUJ6CC BT6C-
4 20 BW20K CW20K KA413-53 KA472-53 493AB-53 424AA-53 04 02 04 BT6C-

2 20 BW20K CW20K KA413-53 KA472-53 493AB-53 424AA-53 04 02 04 BT10C-

10 3 20/25 BW20K CW20K KA413-53 KA472-53 493AB-53 424AA-55 04 02 04 PUJ10CC BT10C-
4 25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-55 04 03 05 BT10C-

2 25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-55 04 03 04 BT16C-

16 3 25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-55 04 03 05 PUJ16CC BT16C-
X L P E I N S U L AT E D C A B L E T O B S 5 4 6 7

Table 37

4 25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-55 05 03 06 BT16C-

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 BW CW E1W E1WF EXCEL PLUS BARR-W Ranger Aluminium
Nominal No. Thread Telcleat Copper
Indoor Outdoor Outdoor E.Exd Deluge-proof Explosion Cleat Claw & 2 Bolt Easypac
Con. Area of Size Ref. Connectors
Gland Kit Gland Kit Gland Kit Gland Kit Gland Gland Ref. Cleat Resin Joint

BICC
mm2 cores mm 385AA Lugs
Reference Reference Reference Reference Reference Reference 382AA Ref. 370BA
2 25 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-55 05 03 05 BT25C-
25 3 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 05 03 06 PUJ25CC BT25C-
4 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 06 BT25C-

2 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 05 04 06 BT35C-

35 3 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 06 PUJ35CC BT35C-
4 32/40 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-57 06 04 07 BT35C-

2 25/32 BW25K CW25K KA413-55 KA472-55 493AB-55 424AA-56 05 03 06 BT50C-

50 3 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 06 PUJ50CC BT50C-
4 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 06 BT50C-

2 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 05 04 06 BT70C-

70 3 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 07 PUJ70CC BT70C-
4 40 BW40K CW40K KA413-57 KA472-57 493AB-57 424AA-57 07 04 07 BT70C-

2 32 BW32K CW32K KA413-56 KA472-56 493AB-56 424AA-56 06 04 06 BT95C-

95 3 40 BW40K CW40K KA413-57 KA472-57 493AB-57 424AA-57 07 04 07 PUJ95CC BT95C-
4 50 BW50K CW50K KA413-58 KA472-58 493AB-57 424AA-59 08 05 08 BT95C-

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2 40 BW40K CW40K KA413-57 KA472-57 493AB-57 424AA-57 07 04 07 BT120C-
120 3 40/50 BW50K CW50K KA413-57 KA472-57 493AB-57 424AA-59 07 05 08 PUJ120CC BT120C-
4 50 BW50K CW50K KA413-58 KA472-58 493AB-59 424AA-59 08 05 09 BT120C-

2 40 BW40K CW40K KA413-57 KA472-57 493AB-57 424AA-57 07 05 08 BT150C-

150 3 50 BW50K CW50K KA413-58 KA472-58 493AB-59 424AA-59 08 05 09 PUJ150CC BT150C-
4 50 BW50K CW50K KA413-59 KA472-59 493AB-59 424AA-59 08 05 09 BT150C-

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2 50 BW50K CW50K KA413-58 KA472-58 493AB-59 424AA-59 08 05 08 BT185C-
185 3 50 BW50K CW50K KA413-59 KA472-59 493AB-59 424AA-59 08 05 09 PUJ185CC BT185C-
4 63 BW63K CW63K KA413-60 KA472-60 493AB-61 424AA-61 - 06 10 BT185C-

2 50 BW50K CW50K KA413-59 KA472-59 493AB-59 424AA-59 08 05 09 BT240C-

240 3 63 BW63K CW63K KA413-60 KA472-60 493AB-61 424AA-61 - 06 10 PUJ240CC BT240C-
4 63 BW63K CW63K KA413-61 KA472-61 493AB-61 424AA-61 - 06 11 BT240C-

2 50/63 BW50K CW50K KA413-59 KA472-59 493AB-59 424AA-61 - 06 10 BT300C-

300 3 63 BW63K CW63K KA413-61 KA472-61 493AB-61 424AA-61 - 06 11 PUJ300CC BT300C-
4 75 BW75SK CW75K KA413-62 KA472-62 493AB-63 424AA-63 - 06 12 BT300C-

2 63 BW63K CW63K KA413-60 KA472-60 493AB-61 424AA-61 - 06 11 BT400C-

400 3 63/75 BW75SK CW75K KA413-61 KA472-62 493AB-63 424AA-63 - 06 12 - BT400C-
4 75/85 BW85K CW85K KA413-63 KA472-63 493AB-63 424AA-64 - 06 13 BT400C-

Note: Resin Joint PUJ2CC only has four (4) connectors. For multipair cables additional connectors are required.
When ordering connectors specify stud hole size required. eg. BT10C8 is a 10mm2 connector with a 8mm stud hole.

Important Note: The dimensions of cables vary with manufacturing tolerances. We advice the cable diameter is measured where possible before purchasing components.
The recommendations here are given in good faith but Ducab cannot be held liable for mistakes in selection however caused.
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Ducab – Jebel Ali Factory Dubai Cable Co (P) Ltd.( Ducab) - KSA
PO Box: 11529, Jebel Ali, Dubai, UAE. 403, Al-Za’abi Tower, Prince Mohammad Bin
Tel: +971 4 815 8888, Fax: +971 4 815 8111 Fahad Road,1st Street
Email: [email protected] PO Box: 60662, Dammam-31555, KSA
Tel: +966 3 835 5305, Fax: +966 3 835 5307
Ducab Mussafah 1 Factory Mob: +966 50 825 5581
PO Box: 9171, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Email: [email protected]
Tel: +971 2 502 7777, Fax: +971 2 502 7755
Email: [email protected] Ducab - Australia
Level 3, Suite 4, 695 Burke Road,
Ducab Mussafah 2 Factory Camberwell, 3124, Victoria, Australia
PO Box: 9171, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Tel: +61 413 658 856
Tel: +971 2 550 0774, Fax: +971 2 550 0979 Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Ducab Joint Venture – Bahrain
Ducab - HV BICC MET W.L.L.
PO Box: 683, Dubai, UAE. PO Box: 11413, Manama
Tel: +971 4 815 8600, Fax: +971 4 815 8666 Tel: +973 177 497 61, Fax: +973 177 425 88
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Ducab - Oman Ducab Joint Venture – Qatar

PO Box: 3542,112 RUWI,Muscat JBK DUCAB W.L.L (JV)
Tel: +968 245 651 78 PO Box: 14039, Office No. C103,
Fax: +968 245 643 02 Block 18, SAFWA Building, Doha
Email: [email protected] Tel: +974 4005 3000, Fax: +974 4006 1201
Email: [email protected]
DUCAB - UK Ltd
LE2 8NA, Suite 22, Leatherline House,
Business Centre,
71 Narrow Lane, Leicester. LE2 8NA UK.
Tel: +44 7919 095500, Fax: +44 116 2442588
Email: [email protected]
COMPLETE FIRE SOLUTION CABLES
 CONTENTS

Page

Introduction...........................................................................................................................................3

Customer Service................................................................................................................................ 4

Complete Fire Solution Cables Introduction..........................................................................................5

Approval Certificates.............................................................................................................................6

Code of Practice for Cable Selection ...................................................................................................6

Fire Performance Cable Selection Guide .............................................................................................7

Ducab FlamBICC 1...............................................................................................................................8

Ducab FlamBICC 2a........................................................................................................................... 11

Ducab FlamBICC 2a Enhanced.......................................................................................................... 13

Ducab FlamBICC 3............................................................................................................................. 15

Ducab FlamBICC 3 Multicore.............................................................................................................. 17

Ducab FlamBICC 4............................................................................................................................. 19

Ducab MINERAL INSULATED............................................................................................................. 24

Ducab FlamBICC 6............................................................................................................................. 25

Installation Guide Lines....................................................................................................................... 28

Accessories........................................................................................................................................ 29

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 INTRODUCTION
Ducab is a technologically advanced cable manufacturing company, jointly owned by the Investment Corporation
of Dubai and Senaat (General Holding Corporation, Abu Dhabi). Established in 1979, since then the company
has become a global leader in the development, design, manufacturing, marketing and distribution of copper and
aluminum wire and cable products for a variety of industry verticals. It is the first choice for many prestigious clients
and contractors due to its record of quality and customer service. Ducab has 5 manufacturing sites across Abu
Dhabi, Dubai and the,UK that includes 7 independent manufacturing facilities that support its continuous growth.

The manufacturing capability of Ducab is over 115,000 metal tonnes of high, medium and low voltage cables and
110,000 tonnes of copper rod and wire per annum. The products adhere to strict global standards and address the
cabling needs for the energy, general construction, industrial, defence, transport and specialty industry verticals.
Ducab cables are approved by the Loss Prevention Certificate Board (LPCB), BASEC, DNV, ABS, UL, and Lloyd’s
Register amongst many others.

The product range includes copper rods and wires, (EC) grade aluminum alloy rods, wires, and bare overhead
conductors. High Voltage cables up to 400kV, Medium Voltage cables up to 33kV, Low Voltage power cables,
control & auxiliary, wiring and lead-sheathed cables, Low Smoke Zero Halogen cables, Fire-Performance cables
and cable components and cable accessories.

Through expanding its world-class facilities across the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, Australia and India, the
innovative journey meets the growing demand of customers. Ducab prides itself on setting and maintaining the
highest quality standards of power cables. Experienced and highly skilled employees operate state-of-the-art
equipment, and conduct extensive testing at every phase of production.

When it comes to advanced cable solutions, Ducab continues its status as the superbrand across the world in 40
countries. Ducab product range covers strong rate of development in specialised products by introducing product
lines that are designed for particular sectors, such as PetroBICC, designed for the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical
sector, RuBICC, with flexible rubber cables, MarineBICC for ship wiring cables, FlamBICC the Fire-Performance
cable series, and NuBICC, which is our 60-year certified cable range for nuclear power plants.

This catalogue provides general information about the FlamBICC product range for fire performance cables.

ORDERING ADVICE
Due to the wide range of cables in the catalogue, it is advisable, when ordering, to provide as much information
as possible. Please use the following table as a guide:
1. Cable standard / specification number.
2. Voltage designation.
3. Number of cores.
4. Conductor size and type / class.
5. Colour of outer sheath.
6. Fire performance / FlamBICC type requirement.
7. Length of cables required and individual drum lengths.*
8. Any other special requirement, e.g. drum weight limitation, etc.

*Cables are normally supplied in lengths of 100 metres, 500 metres and 1000 metres depending on
conductor size. Other lengths can be supplied if required.

TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICE

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 TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICE

For any specialist advice and assistance on the entire Ducab product range contact the Technical Department,
Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited, P. O. Box 11529, Dubai, U. A. E., Tel: 971-4-815 8888,
Fax: 971-4-815 8111.
CUSTOMER SERVICE

QUALITY, HEALTH, SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Ducab is committed to providing the customer with total quality excellence products and services that fully meet
the expectations and is superior in value to that which can be obtained elsewhere. All manufacturing plants
and business operations of Ducab are certified to ISO 9001, Quality Management System. Ducab strongly
promotes sustainability and fully committed to protecting the Health, Safety and Welfare of its employees, as
well as minimizing the Environmental impact of its business, products and services. Ducab’s Health, Safety
and Environmental Management systems are certified to OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 standards respectively.
All management system certifications are issued and maintained through British Approval Services for Cables
(BASEC) UK, a specialist certification body for electric cables.

PRODUCT QUALITY
Reputed certification authorities have approved Ducab products, including BASEC (The British Approvals Service
for Cables), Lloyds UK, KEMA (Holland), CPRI (India), ABS, DNV-GL, UL, SGS, LPCB UK (Loss Prevention
Certification Board), ESMA (Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology) and Dubai/Abu Dhabi Civil
Defense. Ducab’s business processes and manufacturing process capability are being regularly audited and
certified by these certification bodies as part of these product approvals.

As a “learning organization”, Ducab has adopted best practices and continually improved Ducab Management
systems. Lean Manufacturing Systems, Six Sigma, 5S, TPM, Suggestion Schemes are some of the improvement
tools that are being used in Ducab.

PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY

In recognition to the achievements in the areas of Quality, Health, Safety, Environmental, Business Excellence
and Sustainability, Ducab has received several awards. The following are just some of the many examples which
reinforce Ducab’s continuous pursuit of excellence:

• Dubai Chamber CSR Label annually since 2012

• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Excellence Award in Manufacturing Category - 2009
• Superbrand for the year 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012
• Emirates Quality Mark from Emirates Authority for Standardization and Meteorology (ESMA) - 2008
• Dubai Quality Award - 1994, 1998, 2004 including two God category awards
• GCC Award for Environmental Excellence - 2002
• RoSPA UK Safety Award - 25 consecutive years, and Order of Distinction Award from 2005
• Safety at Work Award from Dubai Municipality - 2008
• ICD Chairman’s Award for Best Economic Value Creation Award - 2008
• Gulf Excellence Award

LPCB Certi cates 781,782 & 949

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FLAMBICC - COMPLETE FIRE SOLUTION CABLES
Ducab FlamBICC cables are special Fire Performance Cables designed to survive and operate during fire
conditions. To suit different application requirements Ducab offers a complete range of FlamBICC Fire
Performance cables.

The selection of FlamBICC cables need to be in accordance with BS 5266 Part 1, BS 5839 Part 1 and BS 8519
Code of Practice for the selection and installation of fire performance cables.

For detailed product description and characteristics, reference can be made to the respective FlamBICC
product catalogues. As a responsible organisation, all the FlamBICC range products from Ducab are designed
with Low Smoke and Zero Halogen (LSZH). In the event of fire, the FlamBICC cables shall not emit heavy smoke
or toxic halogen gases. Low smoke provides better visibility in a fire situation aiding the rescue operation and
enabling the EXIT path to be seen clearly for escape. As there is no halogen or acidic gas emission during
burning of the cable, the sensitive equipment in the surrounding areas are not affected adversely.

Ducab range of FlamBICC cables are highly sophisticated and used where Property and Life systems must be
maintained in the event of a REAL FIRE. The typical applications are:

Areas where large number of people will remain in occupation for a period of time, and safe evacuation of mass
public is critical in the event of fire, i.e schools, shopping malls, mass transit systems metro stations etc..

Services where circuit integrity is vital under fire conditions eg. special equipment in hospitals, airports, etc..

Essential critical safety circuit, fire detection, fire alarm, voice alarm and emergency lighting.

Power supply to equipment used in fire-fighting sprinkler pumps and fire dampers.

In large and complex buildings where fire strategy involves evacuation of occupants in a controlled phased
manner.

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LPCB Certificates 781,782 & 949

CODE OF PRACTICE FOR CABLE SELECTION

British Standard Codes of Practice are published to encourage best practice in their area of relevance.
Compliance with the code of practice will assure performance of the system.

In order to meet different specification requirements and codes of practices, Ducab offers various fire
performance cables under FlamBICC series as per the data provided in this catalogue. Clients can make a
choices to suit their performance requirements

For information, various codes of practice as per British Standard are as mentioned below with their title::

BS 9999: Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings.

BS 8519: Selection and installation of fire-resistant power and control cable systems for life
safety and fire-fighting applications. Code of practice.

BS 5839: Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings, Code of practice for design,
installation, commissioning and maintenance of systems in non-domestic premises.

BS 5266: Emergency lighting. Code of practice for the emergency escape lighting of
premises.

The cable selection guide provides information on appropriate FlamBICC grade meeting these requirements in
the form of table.

Important Note: For complete details on code of practice it is advised to refer to relevant specifications.

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FlamBICC 2a

FlamBICC 2a
FlamBICC 1

FlamBICC 3

FlamBICC 4

FlamBICC 6
Enhanced
Codes of Practice
BS 5266 Emergency Lighting √ √ √ √
cable
BS5266 Enhanced √ √ √
Emergency Lighting cable
Emergency Lighting
BS 5266 Emergency Lighting √ √ √ √ √ √
cable system
BS 5266 Enhanced √ √ √ √ √ √
Emergency Lighting cable system
BS 5839 Standard Grade √ √ √ √
Fire Alarm, Fire detection
BS 5839 Enhanced Grade √ √ √
Smoke, Heat & Exhaust √
BS 8519
Ventilation System (SHEVS)
BS 8519 Category 1 Control √ √ √ √
BS 8519 Category 2 Control √ √ √
BS 8519 Category 3 Control √ √ √
BS 8519 Category 1 Power √
Power and Control for
BS 8519 Category 2 Power √
Cables
BS 8519 Category 3 Power √
BS 7629 √ √
BS 7846 (F2) Power & Control √ √
BS 7846 (F120) Power & Control √
General BS 9999 √ √ √ √ √ √
Fire Resistance Tests
BS 6387 C W & Z √ √ √ √ √ √
BS EN 50200 PH30 √ √ √ √
BS EN 50200 PH60 √ √ √ √
BS EN 50200 PH120 √ √ √ √
BS 8434-2 √ √ √
BS 7846 F2 √ √
BS 7846 F30, F60, F120 √
BS 8491 √
IEC 60331 √ √ √ √ √ √
Fire Reaction Tests
Low Smoke Zero Halogen BS EN 50267, (IEC 60754)
√ √ √ √ √ √
(LSZH) BS EN 50268, (IEC 61034)

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LPCB Certificates 781,782 & 949

DUCAB FlamBICC 1
Single core fire resistant cables with approval from Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB), UK for use in
emergency safety circuits to maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions.

CONSTRUCTION
Copper conductor: Plain annealed stranded class 2 conductor to

BS EN 60228

Primary Insulation: Mica Glass tape

Secondary Insulation: Extruded XL-LSZH compound

CHARACTERISTICS
General: Ducab FlamBICC 1 cables are designed for laying in conduit
or in cable trunking where fire resistance is of paramount
importance.
Size Range: 1C 1.5 mm² up to 1000 mm²
Approvals: LPCB approved
Voltage grade: 600 / 1000 V
BS 8434-2
BSEN 50200 PH120
BS 6387 C-W-Z
Fire resistance:
IEC 60331-21
Cables comply at increased tempreature of 950°C which is
higher than that specified by the standard.
IEC / BSEN 60332-3-24
Flame Propagation:
IEC 60332-1-2
Acid gas emission: Less than 0.5% when tested to IEC/BSEN 60754

Low smoke emission: As per IEC/BSEN 61034

Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C

Short circuit temperature Maximum 250°C

Bending radius: 6 x Cable diameter

CORE IDENTIFICATIONS

Green/Yellow Blue Black Grey

Red Brown White

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PERFORMANCE DETAILS
Nominal
Conductor Area BSEN 50200 IEC / BSEN IEC/BSEN IEC/BSEN
BS 8434-2 BS 6387 IEC 60331-21
(mm²) PH120 60332-3-24 61034 60754

1.5 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply - Comply Comply

2.5 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply - Comply Comply

4 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply - Comply Comply

6 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply - Comply Comply

10 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply Comply Comply Comply

16 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply Comply Comply Comply

25 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply Comply Comply Comply

35 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply Comply Comply Comply

50 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply Comply Comply Comply

70 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply Comply Comply Comply

95 Comply Comply C,W,Z Comply Comply Comply Comply

120 - - C Comply Comply Comply Comply

150 - - C Comply Comply Comply Comply

185 - - C Comply Comply Comply Comply

240 - - C Comply Comply Comply Comply

300 - - C Comply Comply Comply Comply

400 - - C Comply Comply Comply Comply

500 - - - Comply Comply Comply Comply

630 - - - Comply Comply Comply Comply

800 - - - Comply Comply Comply Comply

1000 - - - Comply Comply Comply Comply

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TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data for Ducab Fire Resistant Single Core Cables with stranded copper conductors 600 / 1000 V
Maximum
Nominal Approximate Approximate conductor Current rating Current rating Voltage drop Voltage drop
conductor area overall diameter cable weight resistance at (1ø AC) (3ø AC) (1ø AC) (3ø AC)
20°C
mm2 mm kg/km Ohm/km Amp Amp mV/A/m mV/A/m

1.5 3.5 40 12.1 23 20 31 27

2.5 4.1 55 7.41 31 28 19 16
4 4.7 75 4.61 42 37 12 10
6 5.2 100 3.08 54 48 7.9 6.8
10 6.5 150 1.83 75 66 4.7 4
16 7.4 200 1.15 100 88 2.9 2.5
25 9.4 300 0.727 133 117 1.85 1.60
35 10.5 400 0.524 164 144 1.35 1.15
50 11.9 520 0.387 198 175 1.00 0.87
70 13.6 720 0.268 253 222 0.71 0.61
95 15.5 980 0.193 306 269 0.52 0.45
120 17 1200 0.153 354 312 0.43 0.37
150 18.9 1470 0.124 393 342 0.36 0.31
185 21 1850 0.0991 449 384 0.30 0.26
240 23.6 2400 0.0754 528 450 0.25 0.22
300 26.5 3000 0.0601 603 514 0.22 0.195
400 29.3 3770 0.0470 683 584 0.20 0.175
500 32.7 4830 0.0366 783 666 0.185 0.160
630 36.7 6150 0.0283 900 764 0.175 0.150
800 41.5 7969 0.0221 1288* 1179* 0.170 0.145
1000 46.2 9851 0.0176 1443* 1323* 0.165 0.140

Current rating based on installation “enclosed in conduit on a wall or in trunking” in line with BS 7671 (IEE Wiring
Regulations). *For larger sizes 800 & 1000mm² current rating based on clipped direct.
Laying condition: 30°C ambient temperature & 90°C operating temperature. For other ambient temperatures appropriate
rating factors should be applied.

TEMPERATURE RATING FACTORS

Ambient Temperature in °C 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60

Rating factor 1.02 1 0.96 0.91 0.87 0.82 0.76 0.71

CORRECTION FACTORS FOR GROUPING

No of Cables in a group 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Rating factor 0.8 0.7 0.65 0.6 0.57 0.54 0.52 0.5

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DUCAB FLAMBICC 2a
These are pliable Fire Performance screened cables having low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected
by fire which are designed to meet fire resistance test of STANDARD 60 as per BS 7629-1.

Cables are certified with LPCB and BASEC approvals.

CONSTRUCTION
Conductor: Plain annealed copper conductor complying with BS EN 60228, class 1 or 2

Insulation: Special insulation to meet fire resistance characteristics

Screen: Laminated aluminium tape screen in contact with full size tinned annealed
copper circuit protective conductor

Sheath: Robust LSZH (LSHF / LSOH) sheath

CHARACTERISTICS
General: Ducab FlamBICC 2a are screened cables designed as per BS
7629 for applications requiring ‘standard’ fire resistance (BS
5839-1, 26.2-d)
Size Range: 2C,3C & 4C from 1.5 mm² up to 4 mm²
Approvals: LPCB & BASEC Approved

Voltage grade: 300 / 500 V

BS 7629-1 STANDARD 60
Fire resistance: BSEN 50200 PH120 + Annex E
BS 6387 C-W-Z
Flame Propagation test: IEC 60332-1-2

Acid gas emission: Less than 0.5% when tested to IEC/BSEN 60754

Low smoke emission: As per IEC/BSEN 61034

Cable Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C

Short circuit temperature Maximum 250°C

White or Red sheath are standard, other colours available on

Sheath Colours
request.

100 or 500 meter reels: Other packaging and lengths

Packaging
available on request.

The use of cables with ‘standard’ fire resistance is

Key Applications recommended for general use for fire detection, voice alarm,
addressable system and emergency lighting.

Salient features Highly durable, easy to terminate

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TECHNICAL DATA 300 / 500 V

Max Current
Nominal Nominal Minimum Approx
Nominal Conductor rating* Voltage
conductor Class of insulation bending cable
No. of Cores OD Resistance (Clipped drop*
area conductor thickness radius weight
(mm) at 20° C Direct) (mV/A/m)
(mm²) (mm) (mm) (kg/km)
(ohm/km) (Amps)

2 1.5 1 0.7 8.8 53 107 12.1 19.5 29

2 2.5 1 0.8 9.6 58 143 7.41 27 18

2 4 2 0.8 10.8 65 193 4.61 36 11

3 1.5 1 0.7 9.4 56 137 12.1 17.5 25

3 2.5 1 0.8 10.2 61 180 7.41 24 15

3 4 2 0.8 11.5 69 244 4.61 32 9.5

4 1.5 1 0.7 10.2 61 166 12.1 17.5 25

4 2.5 1 0.8 11.2 67 222 7.41 24 15

4 4 2 0.8 12.6 76 302 4.61 32 9.5

* - 1Ø for 2 core cables and 3Ø for others

CORE IDENTIFICATIONS
2 CORE
Brown Blue

3 CORE
Brown Black Grey

4 CORE
Blue Brown Black Grey

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DUCAB FLAMBICC 2a ENHANCED

These are 'ENHANCED' Fire Resistant screened cables having low emission of smoke and corrrosive gases when
affected by fire. These cables are designed to meet fire resistance test of ENHANCED 120 as per BS 7629-1.

Cables are certified with LPCB and BASEC approvals

CONSTRUCTION
Conductor: Plain annealed copper conductor complying with
BS EN 60228, class 1 or 2

Insulation: Mica Glass tape followed by Special insulation to meet fire

performance characteristics

Screen: Laminated aluminium tape screen in contact with full size tinned
annealed copper circuit protective conductor

Sheath: Robust LSZH (LSHF / LSOH) sheath

Optional: Longitudinal GREEN STRIPE Identification on outer sheath.

CHARACTERISTICS
General: Ducab FlamBICC 2a ENHANCED are screened cables
designed as per BS 7629 for applications requiring
‘Enhanced’ fire resistance (BS 5839-1, 26.2-e)
Size Range: 2C,3C & 4C from 1.5 mm² up to 4 mm²
Approvals: LPCB & BASEC Approved
Voltage grade: 300/500 V
BS 7629-1 ENHANCED 120
BSEN 50200 PH120 + Annex E
Fire resistance: BS 6387 C-W-Z
BS 8434-2
BS 8519 cat 3
Flame Propagation test: IEC 60332 -1-2
Acid gas emission: Less than 0.5% when tested to IEC/BSEN 60754
Low smoke emission: As per IEC/BSEN 61034

Cable Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C

Short circuit temperature Maximum 250°C
White or Red sheath are standard, other colours available
Sheath Colours
on request
100 or 500 meter reels: Other packaging and lengths
Packaging
available on request
‘ENHANCED’ fire resistant cables are recommended for
special usage in fire detection, voice alarm, addressable
Key Applications
system and emergency lighting in critical signal paths.
Essential Critical Control Circuits & Signal paths.
Salient features Highly durable, easy to terminate. Optional: Longitudinal
GRREN STRIPE Identification on outer sheath.

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TECHNICAL DATA 300 / 500 V

Max Current
Nominal Nominal Minimum Approx
Nominal Conductor rating* Voltage
conductor Class of insulation bending cable
No. of Cores OD Resistance (Clipped drop*
area conductor thickness radius weight
(mm) at 20° C Direct) (mV/A/m)
(mm²) (mm) (mm) (kg/km)
(ohm/km) (Amps)

2 1.5 1 0.7 9 54 97 12.1 19.5 29

2 2.5 1 0.8 10.2 61 150 7.41 27 18

2 4 2 0.8 11.4 68 199 4.61 36 11

3 1.5 1 0.7 9.6 58 137 12.1 17.5 25

3 2.5 1 0.8 11 66 192 7.41 24 15

3 4 2 0.8 12.2 73 255 4.61 32 9.5

4 1.5 1 0.7 10.4 62 164 12.1 17.5 25

4 2.5 1 0.8 12 72 234 7.41 24 15

4 4 2 0.8 13.4 80 322 4.61 32 9.5

* - 1Ø for 2 core cables and 3Ø for others

CORE IDENTIFICATIONS
2 CORE
Brown Blue

3 CORE
Brown Black Grey

4 CORE
Blue Brown Black Grey

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DUCAB FLAMBICC 3
Ducab FlamBICC 3 cables are single and multicore Fire Performance power & control cables with insulation and
sheath to meet C-W-Z test as per BS 6387 for small sizes and IEC 60331 for large sizes.

Cables are approved by Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB), UK and are suitable for use in emergency
safety circuits to maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions.

CONSTRUCTION
Copper Conductor: Plain annealed stranded class 2 conductor to BS EN 60228

Primary Insulation: Mica tape

Secondary Insulation: Extruded XLPE/XL-LSZH compound

Outer Sheath: LSOH / LSZH / LSHF compound

CHARACTERISTICS
General: Ducab FlamBICC 3 cables are designed for laying
in conduit or on trays where fire resistance is of
paramount importance.
Approvals: LPCB approved.
Voltage grade: 600 / 1000 V

Fire resistance: C-W-Z test as per BS 6387 for small sizes and IEC
60331-21 for large sizes which cannot fit in a conduit.
Cables comply IEC 60331-21 fire test at increased
temperature of 950°C which is higher than that
specified by the standard.

Flame Propagation test: IEC 60332-1-2

Less than 0.5% when tested to IEC 60754 & BS EN
Acid gas emission:
50267
Low smoke emission: As per IEC 61034 & BS EN 50268

Cable Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C

Short circuit temperature Maximum 250°C

Bending radius: 6 x Cable diameter

CORE IDENTIFICATIONS
STANDARD: SHEATH COLOUR:

Black Black
(Other colours as per request) (Other colours as per request)

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TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data for Ducab Fire Resistant Single Core Sheathed Cables with stranded copper conductors 600 / 1000 V
Maximum
Current rating
Nominal Approximate Approximate conductor Current rating Voltage drop Voltage drop
(1ø AC) Clipped
conductor area overall diameter cable weight resistance at (3ø AC) in air (1ø AC) (3ø AC) In trefoil
direct
20°C
mm2 mm kg/km Ohm/km Amp Amp mV/A/m mV/A/m

1.5 5.5 45 12.1 25 -- 31 27

2.5 5.9 60 7.41 34 -- 19 16
4 6.4 75 4.61 46 -- 12 10
6 7.0 95 3.08 59 -- 7.9 6.8
10 7.9 140 1.83 81 -- 4.7 4
16 8.8 200 1.15 109 -- 2.9 2.5
25 10.7 300 0.727 143 135 1.85 1.6
35 11.8 395 0.524 176 169 1.35 1.15
50 13.1 520 0.387 228 207 1 0.87
70 15.0 725 0.268 293 268 0.71 0.61
95 16.7 975 0.193 355 328 0.52 0.45
120 18.4 1210 0.153 413 383 0.43 0.37
150 20.5 1485 0.124 476 444 0.36 0.31
185 22.6 1850 0.0991 545 510 0.3 0.26
240 25.2 2400 0.0754 644 607 0.25 0.22

300 28.1 2990 0.0601 743 703 0.22 0.195

400 31.0 3765 0.047 868 823 0.2 0.175

500 34.6 4900 0.0366 990 946 0.185 0.16

630 39.4 6180 0.0283 1130 1088 0.175 0.15
800 44.3 8100 0.0221 1288 1214 0.170 0.145
1000 50.0 10050 0.0176 1443 1349 0.165 0.140

Current rating based on installation "enclosed in conduit on a wall or in trunking" in line with BS 7671 (IEE Wiring
Regulations)

Laying condition:
30°C ambient temperature & 90°C operating temperature.
For other ambient temperatures appropriate rating factors should be applied.

TEMPERATURE RATING FACTORS

Ambient Temperature in °C 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60

Rating factor 1.02 1.00 0.96 0.91 0.87 0.82 0.76 0.71

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DUCAB FLAMBICC 3 MULTICORE

Ducab FlamBICC 3 Multicore cables are un-armoured Fire Performance power and control cables designed
to meet C-W-Z test as per BS 6387 and IEC 60331 test at increased temperature of 950°C. These cables exhibit
low emission of smoke and corrosive gases under fire conditions and are suitable for power & control application.

CONSTRUCTION
Conductor: Plain annealed copper conductor complying with BS EN 60228, class 2

Primary Insulation: Mica glass tape

Secondary Insulation: Extruded XLPE.

Laying up of cores with suitable binder tape

Sheath: Robust LSZH (LSHF / LSOH) sheath

CHARACTERISTICS
General: Ducab FlamBICC 3 Multicore cables are designed
as per IEC 60502-1 for applications where fire
resistance as per C-W-Z of BS 6387 is required
with un-armoured cable construction.
Approvals: LPCB approved.
Voltage grade: 600 / 1000 V

Fire resistance: C-W-Z tests as per BS 6387 and IEC 60331-21

fire resistance test at increased temperature of
950°C
Flame Propagation test: IEC 60332-1-2
Acid gas emission: Less than 0.5% when tested to IEC 60754 &
BS EN 50267

Low smoke emission: As per IEC 61034 & BS EN 50268

Cable Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C

Short circuit temperature Maximum 250°C
Bending radius: 6 x Cable diameter
Colours: Core identification for 2, 3 and 4 cores as mentioned
and Black sheath are standard, other colours
available on request.
Key Applications: Essential safety circuits, fire detection, fire alarm
and evacuation. Emergency lighting.

CORE IDENTIFICATIONS
CORES STANDARD ALTERNATIVE*

2 cores
Red Black Brown Blue

3 cores
Red Yellow Blue Brown Black Grey

4 cores
Red Yellow Blue Black Blue Brown Black Grey

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TECHNICAL DATA 600/1000 V

Maximum Current rating
No. of Nominal conductor Approximate Approximate conductor on perforated Voltage drop*
Cores area overall diameter cable weight resistance at cable tray / free (mV/A/m)
20˚C air
mm2 mm kg/km Ω/km Amp mV/A/m
1 9.8 95 18.1 21 46
1.5 10.2 110 12.1 26 31
2.5 11 135 7.41 36 19
2 CORE

4 12.2 170 4.61 49 12

6 13.2 215 3.08 63 7.9
10 15 305 1.83 86 4.7
16 16.8 460 1.15 115 2.9

1 10.3 115 18.1 18 40

1.5 10.8 135 12.1 23 27
2.5 11.6 170 7.41 32 16
3 CORE

4 12.9 225 4.61 42 10

6 14 290 3.08 54 6.8
10 15.9 415 1.83 75 4.0
16 17.9 620 1.15 100 2.5

1 11.2 140 18.1 18 40

1.5 11.7 160 12.1 23 27
2.5 12.6 205 7.41 32 16
4 CORE

4 14.1 280 4.61 42 10

6 15.3 365 3.08 54 6.8
10 17.5 530 1.83 75 4.0
16 19.7 800 1.15 100 2.5

Laying conditions:
• 30°C ambient temperature & 90°C operating temperature.
• For other ambient temperatures appropriate rating factors should be applied.

TEMPERATURE RATING FACTORS

Ambient
25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Temperature in °C
Rating factor 1.02 1.00 0.96 0.91 0.87 0.82 0.76 0.71

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DUCAB FLAMBICC 4
Ducab FlamBICC 4 cables are multi-core armoured power & control cables designed as per BS 7846 with steel
wire armour construction to meet category F2 fire test (C-W-Z test as per BS 6387).

CONSTRUCTION
Conductor: Plain annealed Copper, stranded class 2
conductor to BS EN 60228

Dual Insulation: Special grade of Mica Glass tape + XLPE

Bedding: LSZH

Armour: Galvanised steel wire armoured

Outer Sheath: Robust LSZH sheath with Black colour

as standard, other colours upon request

CHARACTERISTICS
General: Ducab FlamBICC 4 are armoured cables
designed as per BS 7846 to meet C-W-Z fire
test as per BS 6387.
Approvals: LPCB and BASEC approved for 2, 3 and 4 core
cable designs
Voltage grade: 600 / 1000 V
Fire resistance: C-W-Z test as per BS 6387
Flame propagation: BS EN / IEC 60332-1 and BS EN / IEC 60332-3
Categories A, B & C
Acid gas emission: Less than 0.5% when tested to IEC 60754 & BS
EN 50267
Low smoke emission: As per IEC 61034 & BS EN 50268
Cable operating temperature: Maximum 90°C
Short circuit temperature Maximum 250°C
Bending radius: 6 x Cable diameter for circular and 8 x Cable
diameter for sector shaped cables

CORE IDENTIFICATIONS
CORES STANDARD ALTERNATIVE*

2 cores
Red Black Brown Blue

3 cores
Red Yellow Blue Brown Black Grey

4 cores
Red Yellow Blue Black Blue Brown Black Grey

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TECHNICAL DATA OF 2 CORE CABLES

Fire resistant cables. Two Core Armoured Cables 600/1000 V Grade with stranded copper conductors (BS 7846)
Approximate Diameter
Current
Maximum Maximum
Nominal rating on
Approximate conductor armour Voltage drop
conductor Under Overall perforated
Over armour cable weight resistance resistance (1φ ΑC)
area armour diameter cable trays
at 20˚C at 20˚C
/ free air

mm2 mm mm mm kg/km Ohm/km Ohm/km Amp mV/A/m

1.5* 8.7 10.5 12.4 315 12.1 10.2 29 31

2.5* 9.9 11.7 13.8 385 7.41 8.8 39 19

4* 11.1 12.9 15.0 460 4.61 7.9 52 12

6* 12.1 13.9 16.0 535 3.08 7.0 66 7.9

10* 13.9 15.7 18.0 690 1.83 6.0 90 4.7

16* 15.7 18.2 20.5 920 1.15 3.7 115 2.9

25* 19.7 22.2 24.7 1270 0.727 3.7 152 1.9

35* 21.9 25.1 27.8 1720 0.524 2.6 188 1.35

50 19.5 22.6 25.4 1810 0.387 2.3 228 1

70 22.1 25.2 28.2 2305 0.268 2.0 291 0.69

95 24.5 28.4 31.6 3105 0.193 1.4 354 0.52

120 29.1 33.0 36.4 3820 0.153 1.3 410 0.42

150 31.1 35.0 38.6 4475 0.124 1.2 472 0.35

185 33.4 38.3 42.2 5675 0.0991 0.82 539 0.29

240 38.0 42.9 47.0 7090 0.0754 0.73 636 0.24

300 43.0 47.8 52.2 8570 0.0601 0.67 732 0.21

* Multi circuit means all conductors are loaded equally and operating in close vicinity
Installation conditions for above rating:
• Ambient Air Temperature 30˚C
• Conductor operating temperature 90˚C

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TECHNICAL DATA OF 3 CORE CABLES

Fire resistant cables. Three Core Armoured Cables 600/1000 V Grade with stranded copper conductors (BS 7846)
Approximate Diameter Current
Maximum Maximum rating on
Nominal
Approximate conductor armour perforated Voltage drop
conductor Under Overall
Over armour cable weight resistance resistance cable (3φ ΑC)
area armour diameter at 20˚C at 20˚C trays / free
air
mm2 mm mm mm kg/km Ohm/km Ohm/km Amp mV/A/m

1.5* 9.2 11.0 12.9 345 12.1 9.5 25 27

2.5* 10.5 12.3 14.4 425 7.41 8.2 33 16

4* 11.8 13.6 15.7 515 4.61 7.5 44 10

6* 12.9 14.7 16.8 610 3.08 6.7 56 6.8

10* 14.8 17.3 19.6 910 1.83 4.0 78 4.0

16* 16.8 19.3 21.8 1110 1.15 3.5 99 2.5

25* 21.1 24.3 27.0 1720 0.727 2.5 131 1.65

35* 23.5 26.7 29.6 2105 0.524 2.3 162 1.15

50 24.9 28.0 30.8 2480 0.387 2.0 197 0.87

70 26.9 30.0 33.0 3145 0.268 1.8 251 0.60

95 30.6 34.5 37.9 4310 0.193 1.3 304 0.45

120 33.9 37.8 41.4 5170 0.153 1.2 353 0.37

150 37.8 42.7 46.5 6555 0.124 0.78 406 0.30

185 42.2 47.1 51.0 7915 0.0991 0.71 463 0.26

240 46.4 51.3 55.6 9815 0.0754 0.63 546 0.21

300 52.8 57.6 62.1 12030 0.0601 0.58 628 0.185

400 58.0 62.8 67.7 14740 0.0470 0.52 728 0.165

* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped

Installation conditions for above rating:
• Ambient Air Temperature 30˚C
• Conductor operating temperature 90˚C

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TECHNICAL DATA OF 4 CORE CABLES

Fire resistant cables. Four Core Armoured Cables 600/1000 V Grade with stranded copper conductors (BS 7846)
Approximate Diameter Current
Maximum Maximum rating on
Nominal
Approximate conductor armour perforated Voltage drop
conductor Under Overall
Over armour cable weight resistance resistance cable (3φ ΑC)
area armour diameter at 20˚C at 20˚C trays / free
air
mm2 mm mm mm kg/km Ohm/km Ohm/km Amp mV/A/m

1.5* 10.1 11.9 13.8 390 12.1 8.8 25 27

2.5* 11.5 13.3 15.4 480 7.41 7.7 33 16

4* 13.0 14.8 16.9 590 4.61 6.8 44 10

6* 14.2 16.7 19.0 825 3.08 4.3 56 6.8

10* 16.4 18.9 21.2 1065 1.83 3.7 78 4.0

16* 18.6 21.1 23.6 1335 1.15 3.1 99 2.5

25* 23.4 26.6 29.3 2070 0.727 2.3 131 1.65

35* 26.1 29.3 32.2 2550 0.524 2.0 162 1.15

50 26.5 29.6 32.6 3015 0.387 1.8 197 0.87

70 30.7 34.6 38.0 4240 0.268 1.2 251 0.60

95 34.5 38.4 42.0 5420 0.193 1.1 304 0.45

120 38.1 43.0 46.8 6935 0.153 0.76 353 0.37

150 42.8 47.7 51.6 8270 0.124 0.68 406 0.30

185 47.2 52.1 56.4 10000 0.0991 0.61 463 0.26

240 52.5 57.3 61.8 12485 0.0754 0.54 546 0.21

300 58.2 63.0 67.9 15175 0.0601 0.49 628 0.185

400 66.5 72.6 78.0 19800 0.0470 0.35 728 0.165

* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped

Installation conditions for above rating:
• Ambient Air Temperature 30˚C
• Conductor operating temperature 90˚C

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TECHNICAL DATA OF MULTICORE CABLES

Fire resistant cables. Armoured Auxiliary Cables 600/1000 V Grade with stranded copper conductors (BS 7846)
Approximate Diameter Current
Current
rating on
rating on
Approxi- Maximum Maximum perforated
Nominal perforated Voltage
Number Overall mate conductor armour cable trays
conductor Under Over cable trays drop
of cores diam- cable resistance resistance / free air
area armour armour / free air (3φ ΑC)
eter weight at 20˚C at 20˚C (Single
(Multi circuit
circuit
operation)
operation)
mm2 mm mm mm kg/km Ohm/km Ohm/km Amp Amp mV/A/m

7 1.5 12.0 13.7 15.9 485 12.1 7.5 19 29 27

12 1.5 15.8 18.3 20.6 820 12.1 4.0 16 29 27

19 1.5 18.6 21.1 23.6 1060 12.1 3.5 14 29 27

27 1.5 22.4 25.6 28.3 1525 12.1 2.3 12 29 27

37 1.5 25.2 28.4 31.1 1840 12.1 2.0 11 29 27

48 1.5 29.0 32.2 35.1 2240 12.1 1.8 10 29 27

7 2.5 13.8 15.5 17.7 610 7.41 6.3 25 39 16

12 2.5 18.3 20.8 23.3 1040 7.41 3.5 21 39 16

19 2.5 21.6 24.8 27.5 1525 7.41 2.3 18 39 16

27 2.5 26.1 29.3 32.2 1980 7.41 1.9 17 39 16

37 2.5 29.4 32.6 35.5 2425 7.41 1.7 15 39 16

48 2.5 33.9 37.9 41.1 3260 7.41 1.2 14 39 16

7 4 15.6 18.0 20.3 885 4.61 4.0 33 52 10

12 4 20.8 24.0 26.5 1450 4.61 2.3 28 52 10

19 4 24.6 27.8 30.5 1940 4.61 2.0 24 52 10

27 4 29.8 33.0 36.0 2560 4.61 1.7 22 52 10

37 4 33.6 37.6 40.8 3445 4.61 1.2 19 52 10

48 4 38.8 42.8 46.2 4240 4.61 1.0 17 52 10

* Multi circuit means all conductors are loaded equally and operating in close vicinity
Installation conditions for above rating:
• Ambient Air Temperature 30˚C
• Conductor operating temperature 90˚C

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MICC - Providing data transmission and security of power and control circuits by exceeding the requirements of
BS 8519-1 providing circuit integrity to 950ºC.

CHARACTERISTICS
Voltage Rating: 500 volts Light Duty. 750 volts Heavy Duty
Description: Mineral Insulated cable delivers ultimate fire
performance. It guarantees data transmission
and security of power and control circuits
by exceeding the requirements of BS 8519
-1 providing circuit integrity to 950ºC. It also
exceeds enhanced grade requirements defined
by BS 5839-1 26.2e – the universal cable that
satisfies all Cat. 1, 2 & 3 Power, and all Cat 1, 2
& 3 Control requirements defined by BS 8519.
Construction: Solid copper conductor. Compressed mag-
nesium oxide powder insulation. Solid copper
sheath and optional thermoplastic LSZH sheath.
Operating Temperature: -10ºC to +250ºC
Minimum Bending Radius: 6 x overall diameter
Core Identification: Coloured sleeving available

LD - 100/500 mtrs. Svpecial lengths available on request

Lengths:
HD - Cables available in nominal lengths

Sheath Colour: Red, White or Orange. Other colours available

Manufacturing Standard: BS EN 60702-1 and BS EN 60702-2
Accessories (BS EN 60079)
Code of Practice: BS 5839-1 Clause BS 8519 Category 1& 2
26.2e Enhanced Control For Category 3
BS 5266 Enhanced and Power applications
Emergency Lighting cable see Special Notes
Fire Tests: BS 8434-2
BS EN 50200 PH30, PH60, PH120
BS 6387 C W & Z
BS 8491
Emissions and Flame BS EN 50267 (IEC 60754) Acid Gas Emission
Propagation: BS EN 50268 (IEC 61034) Smoke Emission
BS EN 50265, 50266 (IEC 60332) Flame Propa-
gation
(In its bare copper form there are no emissions)

Special Notes:
1. Testing confirms compliance wth BS 8519 Cat.3 Control and Cat.1, 2 & 3. Power (Clause II,
note 2. For cables <20 mmOD).
2. Methods of cable support should withstand a similar temperature and duration to that of the cable.
3. MICC shall be supplied as AEI group product with all relevant Approvals & Certifications.

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LPCB Certificates 781,782 & 949

DUCAB FLAMBICC 6
Ducab FlamBICC 6 (BS8519 Category 3 Power Cables) are special fire performance cables designed to operate
during highly onerous fire conditions. Designed as per BS 7846 standard and LPCB approved for F120 fire test as per
BS 8491. These are also approved to BASEC compliance.

As described in BS 8519, fire resistant cables are classified for Life Safety and Fire Fighting system with varying fire
survival time of 30 minutes, 60 minutes or 120 minutes. The FlamBICC 6 cables fully comply with 120 minutes fire
survival test. During the F120 fire survival test as per BS 8491 the same cable sample is subjected to fire + mechanical
shock with direct impact on the cable water jet hitting the cable.

All Fire Fighting cable systems are required to function for 120 minutes.

CONSTRUCTION
Conductor: Plain annealed Copper, stranded class 2 conductor to BS EN
60228

Dual Insulation: Special grade of Mica Glass tape + extruded XLPE

Bedding: LSZH along with glass fiber tape/s at appropriate layers

Armour: Galvanised steel wire armoured

Outer sheath: Robust LSZH sheath with Black colour as standard, other
colours upon request

Optional: Longitudinal ORANGE STRIPE Identification on outer sheath.

CHARACTERISTICS
General: Ducab FlamBICC 6 are armoured cables
designed as per BS 7846 to meet F120 fire test
as per BS 8491.
Approvals: LPCB and BASEC approved for 3 and 4 core
cable designs
Voltage grade: 600 / 1000 V
Fire resistance: F120 as per BS 8491
Flame propagation: BS EN / IEC 60332-1 and BS EN / IEC 60332-3
Categories A, B & C
Acid gas emission: Less than 0.5% when tested to IEC 60754 & BS
EN 50267
Low smoke emission: As per IEC 61034 & BS EN 50268
Cable Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C
Short circuit temperature: Maximum 250°C
Bending radius: 6 x Cable diameter for circular and 8 x Cable
diameter for sector shaped cables

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LPCB Certificates 781,782 & 949

TECHNICAL DATA OF 3 CORE CABLES

Fire Performance cables. Three Core Armoured Cable 600/1000 V Grade with stranded copper conductors (BS 7846)

Approximate Diameter Maximum Maximum Current rating

Nominal
Over Overall Approximate conductor armour on perforated Voltage drop
conductor Under
ar- diam- cable weight resistance at resistance at cable (3ɸ AC)
area armour
mour eter 20˚ C 20˚ C trays/free air

mm2 mm mm mm Kg/Km Ohm/Km Ohm/Km Amp mV/A/m

6* 16 17.8 21.8 940 3.08 6.7 56 6.8

10* 16 18.5 21.5 1100 1.83 4 78 4

16* 18.6 21.5 23.6 1300 1.15 3.5 99 2.6

25* 22 25.2 27.9 1850 0.727 2.5 131 1.6

35* 24.4 27.6 30.5 2260 0.524 2.3 162 1.2

50 25.9 29 31.8 2680 0.387 2 197 0.87

70 27.8 30.9 33.9 3385 0.268 1.8 251 0.61

95 31.6 35.5 38.9 4560 0.193 1.3 304 0.45

120 34.8 38.7 42.3 5450 0.153 1.2 353 0.36

150 38.8 43.7 47.4 6910 0.124 0.78 406 0.3

185 43.1 48 51.9 8285 0.0991 0.71 463 0.25

240 47.4 52.3 56.6 10210 0.0754 0.63 546 0.21

300 53.9 58.8 63.3 12390 0.0601 0.58 628 0.19

400 59.2 64.1 68.9 15155 0.047 0.52 728 0.17

* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped

Installation condition for above rating:
• Ambient Air Temperature 30˚C
• Conductor operating temperature 90˚C

CORE IDENTIFICATIONS
CORES STANDARD ALTERNATIVE*

3 Cores
Red Yellow Blue Brown Black Grey

4 Cores
Red Yellow Blue Black Blue Brown Black Grey

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LPCB Certificates 781,782 & 949

TECHNICAL DATA OF 4 CORE CABLES

Fire performance cables. Four Core Armoured Cable 600/1000 V Grade with stranded copper conductors (BS 7846)

Approximate Diameter Maximum Maximum Current rating

Nominal
Over Overall Approximate conductor armour on perforated Voltage drop
conductor Under
ar- diam- cable weight resistance at resistance at cable (3ɸ AC)
area armour
mour eter 20˚ C 20˚ C trays/free air

mm2 mm mm mm Kg/Km Ohm/Km Ohm/Km Amp mV/A/m

6* 15.4 17.9 21.9 1000 3.08 7.7 56 6.8

10* 17.6 20.1 22.4 1230 1.83 6.8 78 3.7

16* 19.8 22.3 24.8 1580 1.15 4.3 99 2.6

25* 24.4 27.6 30.3 2385 0.727 3.7 131 1.6

35* 27 30.2 33.1 2930 0.524 3.1 162 1.2

50 27.5 30.6 33.6 3230 0.387 2.3 197 0.87

70 31.7 35.6 39 4520 0.268 2 251 0.61

95 35.4 39.3 42.9 5700 0.193 1.8 304 0.45

120 39 43.9 47.6 7260 0.153 1.2 353 0.36

150 43.7 48.6 52.5 8610 0.124 1.1 406 0.3

185 48.2 53.1 57.4 10370 0.0991 0.76 463 0.25

240 53.5 58.4 62.9 12960 0.0754 0.68 546 0.21

300 59.4 64.3 69.1 15690 0.0601 0.61 628 0.19

400 67.8 73.9 79.3 20300 0.047 0.54 728 0.17

* Circular conductors, all others are sector shaped

Installation condition for above rating:
• Ambient Air Temperature 30˚C
• Conductor operating temperature 90˚C

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INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
FlamBICC 4 & FlamBICC 6 CABLES

Cables Installed in Air

It is anticipated that many of the “in air” installations will be in buildings, and the ratings are therefore given in
accordance with IEE Wiring Regulations for Electrical Installations, BS 7671.

It should be noted that all ratings for cables run in free air have been based on the assumption that they are
shielded from the direct rays of the sun without restriction of ventilation. The rating for cables subjected to direct
sunlight should be reduced to take account of this factor and further guidance on this subject is available on
request.

In order to maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions, it should be ensured that accessories used with
FlamBICC cables are also fire rated.

Rating factor for ambient air temperatures

Air Temperature 25˚C 30˚C 35˚C 40˚C 45˚C 50˚C 55˚C

Rating Factors 1.02 1.0 0.96 0.91 0.87 0.82 0.76

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ACCESSORIES

FlamBICC Cable Gland LSZH Shroud

Ref: FG Ref: RXG

available in red, white available in red, orange, white, black

Covered One Hole Clip Covered Two Way Saddle

Ref: RCHL Ref: RSFL

available in red, orange, white, black available in red, orange, white, black

Subject to Ducab-AEI Group Terms & Conditions, available upon request. All of the information contained in this publication,
including Illustrations, is correct at time of going to press. Users however, should Independently evaluate the suitability of each
product for their application. Ducab Group makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the information fur-
thermore disclaims any liability regarding use. Ducab Group obligations are strictly limited to Standard Terms and Conditions of
Sale a copy of which is available on request. Ducab/AEI Group specifications are subject to change without notice, we also re-
serve the right to make changes/alterations as applicable which do not affect compliance and without notification to the buyer.

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NOTE
DUCAB - JEBEL ALI FACTORY BICC MET W.L.L
P.O. Box 11529, Jebel Ali, Dubai P.O. Box 11413, Manama, Bahrain
Tel: +971 4 815 8888 Tel. +973 177 497 61
Fax: +971 4 815 8111 Fax: +973 177 425 88
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

DUCAB MUSSAFAH 1 FACTORY AEI CABLES LTD.

P.O. Box 9171, Abu Dhabi, UAE Pinetree Centre
Tel: +971 2 502 0774 Durham Road, Birtley, Co. Durham,
Fax: +971 2 502 7755 England DH3 2TD
Email: [email protected] T: +44 (0) 191 4352116
Email: [email protected]

DUCAB MUSSAFAH 2 FACTORY DUCAB COPPER SALES

P.O. Box 9171, Abu Dhabi, UAE PO Box 11529
Tel: +971 2 550 0774 Tel: +971 4 815 8888
Fax: +971 2 550 0979 Fax: +971 4 808 2628
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

DUCAB ALUMINIUM COMPANY LLC (DAC).

DUCAB HV PO Box 8171
P. O. Box 683, Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 2 502 7878
Tel: +971 4 815 8600 Fax: +971 2 502 7888
Fax: +971 4 815 8666 Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]

DUCAB - OMAN
P.O. Box 3542,
112 RUWI, Muscat, Oman
Tel. +968 245 651 78
Fax: +968 245 643 02
Email: [email protected]

Ref No: Ducab FlamBICC 11/18

Product Certificates
Test Report
 Certificate No:

083/002/082
Issue No: 4

Certificate of Product Approval

Licensee:
Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited
P.O. Box 11529, Old Abu Dhabi Road, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Factory:
Ducab-M1, P.O. Box 9171, Industrial City of Abu Dhabi - 1, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates

Standard:
BS EN 50525-2-31:2011

Description:
Single core non-sheathed cables with thermoplastic PVC insulation

Details:
N/A

Materials:
Insulation TI 1, Sheath NA

Brand Name:
N/A

Origin Mark:
DUCAB B BICC or AEI B

Permissible Approval Marks:

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 31/10/2013 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 1 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/002/082
Issue No: 4

Type(s) and Range(s) of Approval

Table / Code Conductor Range of Min Nominal Max Nominal

Clause Designation Class Cores Size -sqmm Size - sqmm
4.1 H07V-U Class 1 1 1.5 10

4.1 H07V-R Class 2 1 1.5 1000

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 31/10/2013 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 2 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/002/083
Issue No: 4

Certificate of Product Approval

Licensee:
Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited
P.O. Box 11529, Old Abu Dhabi Road, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Factory:
Ducab-M1, P.O. Box 9171, Industrial City of Abu Dhabi - 1, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates

Standard:
BS EN 50525-3-41:2011

Description:
Single core non-sheathed cables with LSHF crosslinked insulation

Details:
N/A

Materials:
Insulation EI 5, Sheath NA

Brand Name:
N/A

Origin Mark:
DUCAB B BICC or AEI B

Permissible Approval Marks:

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 13/10/2013 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 1 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/002/083
Issue No: 4

Type(s) and Range(s) of Approval

Table / Code Conductor Range of Min Nominal Max Nominal

Clause Designation Class Cores Size -sqmm Size - sqmm
4.1 H07Z-U Class 1 1 1.5 10

4.1 H07Z-R Class 2 1 1.5 630

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 13/10/2013 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 2 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/002/093
Issue No: 4

Certificate of Product Approval

Licensee:
Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited
P.O. Box 11529, Old Abu Dhabi Road, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Factory:
Ducab-M1, P.O. Box 9171, Industrial City of Abu Dhabi - 1, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates

Standard:
BS 6724:2016 Incorporating Corrigenda Nos. 1 and 2

Description:
Armoured power cables with LSHF sheathing

Details:
N/A

Materials:
Insulation GP 8, Sheath LTS 1

Brand Name:
N/A

Origin Mark:
DUCAB B BICC or AEI B

Permissible Approval Marks:

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 06/12/2005 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 1 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/002/093
Issue No: 4

Type(s) and Range(s) of Approval

Table / Code Conductor Range of Min Nominal Max Nominal

Clause Designation Class Cores Size -sqmm Size - sqmm
4 6941B Class 2 1 150 1000

5 6242B Class 2 2 16 400

6 6943B Class 2 3 16 400

7 6944B Class 2 4 16 400

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 06/12/2005 0004

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Page 2 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/003/098
Issue No: 5

Certificate of Product Approval

Licensee:
Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited
P.O. Box 11529, Old Abu Dhabi Road, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Factory:
Ducab-M2, P.O. Box 9171, Industrial City of Abu Dhabi - 1, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates

Standard:
IEC 60502-1 Edition 2.1:2009

Description:
Low voltage power cables up to 1kV

Details:
RV-K Low voltage power cables up to 1 kV

Materials:
Insulation XLPE, Sheath ST 2

Brand Name:
N/A

Origin Mark:
DUCAB C BICC or AEI C

Permissible Approval Marks:

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 06/10/2021

Date of original issue: 03/08/2012 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 1 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/003/098
Issue No: 5

Type(s) and Range(s) of Approval

Table / Code Conductor Range of Min Nominal Max Nominal

Clause Designation Class Cores Size -sqmm Size - sqmm
N/A N/A Class 5 2 1.5 16

N/A N/A Class 5 3 1.5 16

N/A N/A Class 5 4 1.5 16

N/A N/A Class 5 5 1.5 16

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 06/10/2021

Date of original issue: 03/08/2012 0004

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Page 2 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/003/099
Issue No: 5

Certificate of Product Approval

Licensee:
Dubai Cable Company (Private) Limited
P.O. Box 11529, Old Abu Dhabi Road, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Factory:
Ducab-M2, P.O. Box 9171, Industrial City of Abu Dhabi - 1, Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates

Standard:
BS 5467:2016 Incorporating Corrigendum No. 1

Description:
Armoured power cables with PVC sheathing

Details:
N/A

Materials:
Insulation GP 8, Sheath Type 9

Brand Name:
N/A

Origin Mark:
DUCAB C BICC or AEI C

Permissible Approval Marks:

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 27/07/2010 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 1 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
 Certificate No:

083/003/099
Issue No: 5

Type(s) and Range(s) of Approval

Table / Code Conductor Range of Min Nominal Max Nominal

Clause Designation Class Cores Size -sqmm Size - sqmm
5 6942X Class 2 2 1.5 400

6 6943X Class 2 3 1.5 400

7 6944X Class 2 4 1.5 400

Signed for and on behalf of the British Approvals

Service for Cables

Date: 21/12/2020

Date of original issue: 27/07/2010 0004

Check BASEC website to verify validity.

Page 2 of 2
BASEC, Presley House, Presley Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES,
Expiry date:
Registered in England No. 1150237, Tel: +44(0)1908267300
Email: [email protected], Web: www.basec.org.uk 18/06/2023
Application Method Statement
N/A
Previous Approvals
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